For a long time Gore has been considered the Country Music Capital of New Zealand and here's why...
- Every year Gore hosts the infamous New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards in fact it has for over 40 years now.
- The event itself attracts artist from all over the world and continues to grow in popularity.
- There is a gold guitar sculpture in Gore to celebrate country music.
- The Gore community are fierce country music advocates - don't get them started!
You can find out more about the New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards held in Gore at the Gold Guitars Website