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Find out what events are on in Hawke's Bay, Wairoa, Hastings, Central Hawke's Bay and Napier. If you need to know what's on this is the place to look.
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The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Napier! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
...
Date: Wednesday 21 May
Where: Giant Brewing Co., Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Aqua Tots is an opportunity for young ones to dip their toes into the world of swimming! Our relaxed drop-in sessions are designed to nurture water confidence and fundamental swimming skills. With a combination of entertaining games, music, bubbles, floating mats, and occasional instructor guidance...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Wednesday 25 June
Where: Clive War Memorial Swimming Pool, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kōrero with Kurī is a partnership between Canine Friends Pet Therapy and Hastings District Libraries.
This afterschool reading-to-dogs programme runs during the school term and encourages tamariki (ages 5-12) to register for a 10-minute session where they bring along a book (or select one from...
Date: Thursday 15 May to Friday 27 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Thursday 22 May • Wallingford Community Hall
Friday 23 May • Tutira Community Hall
Saturday 24 May • Clive Community Hall
Sunday 25th May • King George Hall, Bayview
Chris Priestley is one of the legends of the New Zealand music industry. A passionate folk musician and song...
Date: Thursday 22 May
Where: Wallingford Community Hall, Porangahau, Central Hawke's Bay
Join acclaimed New Zealand film maker Dame Gaylene Preston for a very special screening of Ruby and Rata to support a vital cause—raising funds for an overnight shelter for Napier's homeless.
This heartwarming film captures the beauty of community, love, and resilience, just as we come...
Date: Thursday 22 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Paddy Gower needs no introduction. In a major coup for CHB, Paddy will sit down with award-winning journalist Alexa Cook for an unfiltered, entertaining, and insightful discussion. Expect sharp wit and candid storytelling from one of New Zealand’s most fearless media personalities. This is an...
Date: Thursday 22 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Free Entry & Bar Tabs for Prizes
Put your knowledge to the test at our weekly Quiz Night hosted by the always-entertaining Sebastian Kiriona!
Whether you're a trivia master or just in it for the laughs, there's fun to be had and bar tabs to be won.
Come solo or bring a team — it's free to...
Date: Thursday 22 May to Thursday 31 July
Where: Three Wise Birds Pavilion, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Zealand music's Elder Statesmen, the NZ Highwaymen, are embarking on their 'Tour 25.' After two sold-out tours in 2023 and 2024, these legendary musicians are ready to once again captivate audiences with their timeless music." Brendan Dugan, Gray Bartlett, Dennis Marsh, and Frankie Stevens,...
Date: Thursday 22 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Treat yourself to an afternoon of literature and lively conservation over a glass of wine in the stunning surrounds of a beautifully restored Ormondville homestead. Bestselling author Olivia Spooner will share the inspirations behind her work - including her latest novel, The Songbirds of Florence....
Date: Friday 23 May
Where: Ormondville Homestead, Takapau, Central Hawke's Bay
Whether you're just starting out on a board and want to learn the basics or are trying to upskill, we've got the thing for you! Here at Bay Skate, we provide skateboarding lessons for all ages and skill levels.
At beginner lessons you will learn how to push, turn and balance; as well as get...
Date: Friday 23 May to Friday 30 May
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Thursday 22 May • Wallingford Community Hall
Friday 23 May • Tutira Community Hall
Saturday 24 May • Clive Community Hall
Sunday 25th May • King George Hall, Bayview
Chris Priestley is one of the legends of the New Zealand music industry. A passionate folk musician and song...
Date: Friday 23 May
Where: Tutira Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Four DJs. One night. One unforgettable lane party.
As part of Heretaunga Music Month, The Little Lane Party is taking over Opera Lane. Step into Hastings’ hottest little dance floor for one night only — this is your invitation to dance in the lane — a pop-up open-air club night featuring...
Date: Friday 23 May
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
**Soul Vibes: Auckland’s Premier Soul Funk Band – Unleashing the Groove**
Join us for an unforgettable night at Paraoa Brewing Co. on Friday, May 23rd, as Soul Vibes takes the stage!
Auckland, NZ – Get ready to move, groove, and lose yourself in the rhythm! Soul Vibes is set to...
Date: Friday 23 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Walk down Emerson Street and end up in a perfect little market offering a true Hawke's Bay experience. This is where the locals shop. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee, divine treats and all the produce you need to create your own locally sourced meals at home. Enjoy some of the best produce from around...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 28 June
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Food lovers, this one’s for you! Join That Green Olive author Olivia Moore for a delectable afternoon at the charming Ongaonga Hall. In conversation with bestselling author Catherine Robertson, Olivia will share her journey through food photography, recipe creation, and bringing her cookbook to...
Date: Saturday 24 May
Where: Ongaonga Community Hall, Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay
Thursday 22 May • Wallingford Community Hall
Friday 23 May • Tutira Community Hall
Saturday 24 May • Clive Community Hall
Sunday 25th May • King George Hall, Bayview
Chris Priestley is one of the legends of the New Zealand music industry. A passionate folk musician and song...
Date: Saturday 24 May
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join renowned New Zealand historian and bestselling author Dr. Monty Soutar ONZM for an unforgettable evening at Te Aute College. In conversation with local legend Peter Burne, Monty will draw from his extensive research and acclaimed Kāwai series to offer fascinating insights into the rich...
Date: Saturday 24 May
Where: Te Aute College, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
After a sold-out Night at the Summer ART DECO festival, Jay & The Cruisers are back.
Jay & The Cruisers will take you back in time with their four-piece band based loosely on the American act ‘Post Modern Jukebox’, playing everything from Nina Simone to Amy Winehouse.
Fronted by the amazing...
Date: Saturday 24 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay's favourite reggae band The Rude Boyz bring the reggae party back to the Bay's coolest bar.
Always drawing a diverse and eclectic crowd ready to dance and party the night away.
It going to be another awesome night of reggae jams.
Don't miss out...
Date: Saturday 24 May
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale Sunday Market, held every Sunday from 9am-1pm. At the Girl Guide Hall on the corner of Auckland Road and York Ave, Greenmeadows, Napier. A family friendly market, with food carts and stalls inside and out. Proud to be a part of the local community. For more details come along, or check out...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 25 May
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora!
Register now and represent your marae at the Ngāti Kahungunu IronMāori Marae Wero!
We welcome Tangata Tiriti to take part in this event that encompasses whanaungatanga and kotahitanga.
This short distance event provides the perfect opportunity for anyone who wants to...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: Mitre 10 Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a celebration of local talent, featuring authors Shelley Burne-Field, Nafanua Purcell Kersel, Simon Burt, and Between The Lines Patron Charity Norman. This free annual event is the perfect way to close the festival, offering a delightful opportunity to hear from some of our most...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: CHB Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
We’re excited to invite you to the Havelock North Community Emergency Hub Open Day!
What to expect:
- Kai and information stalls
- Kids' activities and entertainment
- Guided Tours of the Emergency Hub
- Meet local emergency responders and volunteers
- Check out our resources on emergency...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join in on the fun! Check out the records, share a yarn and a drink with a great bunch of people! Vinyl Day at The Urban Winery with Rockstuff Records is happening again on Sunday 25 May. Dig the crates, quench your thirst, soak up the sounds! Entry is Free!
The greatest & latest records, the...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Books and spot prizes! Join us for a Sunday afternoon book club with a focus on sci-fi, fantasy and speculative fiction. No set text; just let us know what you've been reading lately, hear what others have loved or hated, and connect with like-minded book geeks.
It's three weeks after Nerdvana...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Linden Singers’ concert on Sunday, May 25, will be a choral feast of contemporary and traditional songs about love – all kinds of love: romantic, parental, spiritual and more. The song which gives us the concert title tune will be familiar to many – it was one of the most popular songs of...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: Saint Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Thursday 22 May • Wallingford Community Hall
Friday 23 May • Tutira Community Hall
Saturday 24 May • Clive Community Hall
Sunday 25th May • King George Hall, Bayview
Chris Priestley is one of the legends of the New Zealand music industry. A passionate folk musician and song...
Date: Sunday 25 May
Where: King George Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Blues musician Bullfrog Rata, has been making a splash in many a muddy pond up and down New Zealand for some time now. His brand of earthy, primal blues has been a work in progress, from standing on street corners, busking in the big cities and small rural towns of Aotearoa to jaunts on jet planes...
Date: Monday 26 May
Where: Toitoi - Assembly Ballroom, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Tahatū Careers Expo NZ presents a wide range of exhibitors, showcasing employers, tertiary providers, training institutions, industry representatives, government departments and corporates. The expo is your opportunity to connect directly with the people most qualified to help you explore your...
Date: Tuesday 27 May
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for an intimate evening at the ‘Listening Bar’ as Hastings Distillers’ tasting room transforms into a Japanese-style ongaku kissaten — a space where music is experienced with quiet focus and deep appreciation.
Our first evening’s selection is from the collection of Adrian...
Date: Tuesday 27 May
Where: Hastings Distillery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
That's right! Clear some space, my book-hoarding cohorts! It's book sale time again!
The book sale will be in the Lantern Gallery at Havelock North Function Centre, so bring your bags and get ready to fill them up.
This is a Friends of Hastings District Libraries fundraising event. Come along...
Date: Thursday 29 May to Saturday 31 May
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This year MTG Century Theatre is proud to host the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival, 29 May - 11 June 2025.
Enjoy multiple screenings over 13 days, with tickets available online from the MTG website, from the MTG Hawke's Bay museum front desk during opening hours (9.30am - 5pm) and...
Date: Thursday 29 May to Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This year MTG Century Theatre is proud to host the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival in Hawke’s Bay, 29 May – 11 June 2025.
Enjoy multiple screenings over TWO WEEKS, with tickets available over the counter at the MTG Century Theatre or online.
Check out the digital schedule...
Date: Thursday 29 May to Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A documentary about the design and building of a unique private holiday home in New Zealand.
Darryl Church, founder of DCA Architects of Transformation, leads the narrative on the designing and building of a unique award-winning home on the picturesque banks of Lake Whakamaru. The film captures...
Date: Thursday 29 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get inside the mind of distinguished artist, scholar, author, and one of the most renowned and significant landscape architects practicing in the world today, Laurie Olin, whose concerns have defined his life’s work: urbanisation, a lost connection to nature, economic marginalisation, and the...
Date: Friday 30 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Explore the remarkable life and legacy of the late feminist author Ursula K. Le Guin.
Heralded as a ‘world builder’ and an ‘architect of language’, Le Guin is best known for her groundbreaking science fiction and fantasy works, such as A Wizard of Earthsea, The Left Hand of Darkness, and...
Date: Friday 30 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Freemasons seek your assistance to raise vital funds to support the Cancer Society of Hawke’s Bay (CSHB) in providing comprehensive support to cancer patients and their families.
One of the most significant challenges faced by cancer patients in Hawke’s Bay, particularly those...
Date: Friday 30 May
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
HAUS of YOLO: Party cabaret. Live sewing. World class circus.
From sell out seasons in Auckland, Hamilton and Taranaki, you are invited into the inner sanctum of renowned fashion label HAUS of YOLO. For one night only, head designer (and part-time conman) Welt Couture will create their...
Date: Friday 30 May
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mary Heilmann: Waves, Roads & Hallucinations
Influenced by 1960s counterculture, the Beatniks, and the free speech movement, Mary Heilmann ranks amongst the most influential abstract painters of her generation.
Offering a visually immersive journey, using rare archival material and in-studio...
Date: Friday 30 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sigurd Lewerentz (1885-1975) is internationally renowned as one of Sweden’s greatest architects, but due to his aversion to being interviewed and recorded, he has long been shrouded in mystery.
Recently, however, a treasure trove of film and sound recordings of Lewerentz was found in a cellar...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Known for his visionary designs and groundbreaking architectural philosophy, Erickson’s work profoundly shaped the modernist landscape as one of the 20th century’s most captivating architects.
Through intimate interviews, archival footage and a look at his most famous creations, the film...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A documentary about the design and building of a unique private holiday home in New Zealand.
Darryl Church, founder of DCA Architects of Transformation, leads the narrative on the designing and building of a unique award-winning home on the picturesque banks of Lake Whakamaru. The film captures...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea (89 mins) PRECEDED BY Her Blueprint, Aotearoa (16 mins).
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea - Eileen Gray’s villa, E.1027, on the Côte d’Azur is considered a milestone in architectural history.
Enjoy a cinematic journey into the...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of music to dance away the night or just enjoy listening to and tap your feet , enjoy a wide range of music from two DJ's who have a very extensive range of great dance music . Jive , Swing , Rock n Roll ,Line Dancing & Ballroom ,so come along and danceall those great...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: 39 Marine Parade, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get Your Stones Fix
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Since the 1970s, English photographer Martin Parr has held up a sometimes tender, sometimes critical and always mischievous mirror to our times, forcing us to take a hard look at how consumer society has shaped our lives.
Discover the maverick behind some of the most iconic images of the past...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Rude Boyz bringing home the roots reggae to Meeanee Hotel.
The Rude Boyz haven't played The Meeanee Hotel for a number of years.
If you're true to your roots and you love reggae music and love live music, well grab a friend, round up your whanau, pick up you're girl and represent - Nui...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: Meeanee Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Landslide is a live 5-piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 11 years, covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits!
Expect to hear Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, The Chain, Go Your Own Way, Seven Wonders, Don't...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This year MTG Century Theatre is proud to host the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival in Hawke’s Bay, 29 May – 11 June 2025.
Enjoy multiple screenings over TWO WEEKS, with tickets available over the counter at the MTG Century Theatre or online.
Check out the digital schedule...
Date: Thursday 29 May to Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bling a Bra for Breastcancer Pink Ribbon Breakfast
Book in for the breakfast and be one of the first to know who the winners of Bling a Bra are.
This year we have gone with a grazing table and coffee, tea or juice.
We have 2 guest speakers, both survivors, sharing their amazing stories of...
Date: Sunday 1 June
Where: Blank Canvas, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This year MTG Century Theatre is proud to host the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival, 29 May - 11 June 2025.
Enjoy multiple screenings over 13 days, with tickets available online from the MTG website, from the MTG Hawke's Bay museum front desk during opening hours (9.30am - 5pm) and...
Date: Thursday 29 May to Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mary Heilmann: Waves, Roads & Hallucinations
Influenced by 1960s counterculture, the Beatniks, and the free speech movement, Mary Heilmann ranks amongst the most influential abstract painters of her generation.
Offering a visually immersive journey, using rare archival material and in-studio...
Date: Sunday 1 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Viva Niki - The Spirit of Niki de Saint Phalle
Investigating the monumental Tarot Garden and the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris, Japanese director Michiko Matsumoto guides us on a joyous retrospective of her friend and French American artist Niki de Saint Phalle, by combining photographs from her...
Date: Sunday 1 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DOUBLE FEATURE The House: 6 Points of Departure (48 mins) screens with This Is Not a House (30 mins).
The House: 6 Points of Departure - Inspired by ‘land art’ sculptors such as Michael Heizer and Robert Smithson, Thom Mayne was guided by the notion of house-to-natural-topography connection...
Date: Sunday 1 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The fabulous Kings Birthday Bash is back on again Sunday 1 June!
Always a fixture in the Paisley Stage calendar, this night is full of fun, great people and top music. Monday's a holiday so what have you got to lose!
Paisley will provide the vibe and these groups will bring the sound. Don't...
Date: Sunday 1 June
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Through the material of concrete and its ancestor: stone, comes an epic and poetic meditation on architecture around the globe.
Looking at how the design and construction of buildings from the ancient past reveal our destruction, it raises a fundamental question: ‘How do we build, and how can...
Date: Sunday 1 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea (89 mins) PRECEDED BY Her Blueprint, Aotearoa (16 mins).
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea - Eileen Gray’s villa, E.1027, on the Côte d’Azur is considered a milestone in architectural history.
Enjoy a cinematic journey into the...
Date: Monday 2 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A charming portrait of Dale Frank, Australia’s foremost contemporary and conceptual artist, eight weeks out from his 40th exhibition at Sydney’s Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery.
Throughout this candid biography, we learn what it means to be a professional artist. The stakes are high in the art world,...
Date: Monday 2 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We the Others (55 mins) PRECEDED BY Fruitvale: A Community for Regeneration (12 mins).
We the Others - Brazilian design duo Fernando and Humberto Campan are renowned as ground-breaking figures in today’s creative landscape. Over the past 40 years, the brothers have not only left an indelible...
Date: Monday 2 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sigurd Lewerentz (1885-1975) is internationally renowned as one of Sweden’s greatest architects, but due to his aversion to being interviewed and recorded, he has long been shrouded in mystery.
Recently, however, a treasure trove of film and sound recordings of Lewerentz was found in a cellar...
Date: Monday 2 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Architect Bijoy Jain, of Studio Mumbai, welcomes us into his house and sheds light on the surprising human systems behind the chaos of Mumbai, and highlights the tendency to work with local materials, such as clay bricks.
Along the way, he explains how spaces influence our emotional and physical...
Date: Monday 2 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Aqua Tots is an opportunity for young ones to dip their toes into the world of swimming! Our relaxed drop-in sessions are designed to nurture water confidence and fundamental swimming skills. With a combination of entertaining games, music, bubbles, floating mats, and occasional instructor guidance...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Wednesday 25 June
Where: Clive War Memorial Swimming Pool, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Since the 1970s, English photographer Martin Parr has held up a sometimes tender, sometimes critical and always mischievous mirror to our times, forcing us to take a hard look at how consumer society has shaped our lives.
Discover the maverick behind some of the most iconic images of the past...
Date: Tuesday 3 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Jacquemus: The Prince of Today's Fashion (52 mins) PRECEDED BY Richard Serra: You are the Subject (22 mins). Jacquemus:
The Prince of Today's Fashion - The film retraces the story of fashion designer, Simon Porte Jacquemus, founder and artistic director of his brand Jacquemus. Told through 10...
Date: Tuesday 3 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Known for his visionary designs and groundbreaking architectural philosophy, Erickson’s work profoundly shaped the modernist landscape as one of the 20th century’s most captivating architects.
Through intimate interviews, archival footage and a look at his most famous creations, the film...
Date: Tuesday 3 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A true original, Austrian-born and educated R.M. Schindler laid the foundation for what is now known as the Californian style of indoor-outdoor living.
This documentary explores the bohemian genius of the highly acclaimed Schindler House in Los Angeles, investigating Schindler’s philosophy of...
Date: Tuesday 3 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An elegant concert of famous ballads, opera, classical and music theatre songs passionately presented by this supremely talented quartet.
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Ben Makisi
Derek Hill
Amanda Atlas
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 12 May - 16 June 2025
Concerts start 11am...
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Viva Niki - The Spirit of Niki de Saint Phalle
Investigating the monumental Tarot Garden and the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris, Japanese director Michiko Matsumoto guides us on a joyous retrospective of her friend and French American artist Niki de Saint Phalle, by combining photographs from her...
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kōrero with Kurī is a partnership between Canine Friends Pet Therapy and Hastings District Libraries.
This afterschool reading-to-dogs programme runs during the school term and encourages tamariki (ages 5-12) to register for a 10-minute session where they bring along a book (or select one from...
Date: Thursday 15 May to Friday 27 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Documerica Project (52 mins) PRECEDED BY Tāwharau Lane: A Sustainability Exemplar (14 mins).
The Documerica Project - In the 70s, 100 photographers roamed America to document the environmental movement after 30 years of unbridled consumerism.Nearly 80,000 images encompassed the immensity of...
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Explore the remarkable life and legacy of the late feminist author Ursula K. Le Guin.
Heralded as a ‘world builder’ and an ‘architect of language’, Le Guin is best known for her groundbreaking science fiction and fantasy works, such as A Wizard of Earthsea, The Left Hand of Darkness, and...
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An elegant concert of famous ballads, opera, classical and music theatre songs passionately presented by this supremely talented quartet.
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Ben Makisi
Derek Hill
Amanda Atlas
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 12 May - 16 June 2025
Concerts start 11am...
Date: Thursday 5 June
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sigurd Lewerentz (1885-1975) is internationally renowned as one of Sweden’s greatest architects, but due to his aversion to being interviewed and recorded, he has long been shrouded in mystery.
Recently, however, a treasure trove of film and sound recordings of Lewerentz was found in a cellar...
Date: Thursday 5 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get inside the mind of distinguished artist, scholar, author, and one of the most renowned and significant landscape architects practicing in the world today, Laurie Olin, whose concerns have defined his life’s work: urbanisation, a lost connection to nature, economic marginalisation, and the...
Date: Thursday 5 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Architect Bijoy Jain, of Studio Mumbai, welcomes us into his house and sheds light on the surprising human systems behind the chaos of Mumbai, and highlights the tendency to work with local materials, such as clay bricks.
Along the way, he explains how spaces influence our emotional and physical...
Date: Thursday 5 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Free Entry & Bar Tabs for Prizes
Put your knowledge to the test at our weekly Quiz Night hosted by the always-entertaining Sebastian Kiriona!
Whether you're a trivia master or just in it for the laughs, there's fun to be had and bar tabs to be won.
Come solo or bring a team — it's free to...
Date: Thursday 22 May to Thursday 31 July
Where: Three Wise Birds Pavilion, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We the Others (55 mins) PRECEDED BY Fruitvale: A Community for Regeneration (12 mins).
We the Others - Brazilian design duo Fernando and Humberto Campan are renowned as ground-breaking figures in today’s creative landscape. Over the past 40 years, the brothers have not only left an indelible...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DOUBLE FEATURE The House: 6 Points of Departure (48 mins) screens with This Is Not a House (30 mins).
The House: 6 Points of Departure - Inspired by ‘land art’ sculptors such as Michael Heizer and Robert Smithson, Thom Mayne was guided by the notion of house-to-natural-topography connection...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready to GLOW at our Neon/Fluro Roller Disco! It’s time to break out the brightest gear you own – think glowing green, hot pink, and electric blue. The disco lights will be on, the music pumping, and the vibe turned all the way up. Come light up the rink and dance the night away in full...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Celebrate the Future of Fruit Growing – Get Your Tickets Now!
Be part of an unforgettable evening as we shine a spotlight on the future leaders of our industry at the Young Fruit Grower of the Year Competition.
Come and experience the energy, talent, and innovation that’s driving fruit...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A documentary about the design and building of a unique private holiday home in New Zealand.
Darryl Church, founder of DCA Architects of Transformation, leads the narrative on the designing and building of a unique award-winning home on the picturesque banks of Lake Whakamaru. The film captures...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.
The 2025 events are running through April, May and June with the National Finals on June 27 & 28th in Wellington.
Enter your band now, see registration link on the website section above.
(If your band is already registered from previous years, just send...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea (89 mins) PRECEDED BY Her Blueprint, Aotearoa (16 mins).
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea - Eileen Gray’s villa, E.1027, on the Côte d’Azur is considered a milestone in architectural history.
Enjoy a cinematic journey into the...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
"Ten years after its cinematic release, we revisit the powerful story of Ngāi Tūhoe as they undertake the design and construction of a building that will enhance the connection between their people and their land.
The result is an architectural gem of a community centre that utilises radically...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come join us at Paisley Stage for a night of thick beats and good vibes as we celebrate the release of Cashek's new EP titled 'Butternut Bass'! The EP can be found on all streaming platforms from May 26th.
Opening the celebrations is Fera Flow, spinnin' bass-heavy tracks from 8.30pm - 9.15pm,...
Date: Friday 6 June
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Heaps of things to look.at, buy and eat! Come check it out, support local community.
Book a site for $15- money goes back into community things.
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: Hastings Elim Church carpark, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Walk down Emerson Street and end up in a perfect little market offering a true Hawke's Bay experience. This is where the locals shop. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee, divine treats and all the produce you need to create your own locally sourced meals at home. Enjoy some of the best produce from around...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 28 June
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NZ's biggest preloved clothing markets - Welcome to My Walk in Wardrobe!
Preloved, vintage, upcycled and handmade clothes, shoes, jewellery and more. All sizes, kids to adult.
Buy directly from closet clearouts to professional thrifters and talented makers.
Doors are open 10-2 pm.
To...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: Hastings Sports Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Through the material of concrete and its ancestor: stone, comes an epic and poetic meditation on architecture around the globe.
Looking at how the design and construction of buildings from the ancient past reveal our destruction, it raises a fundamental question: ‘How do we build, and how can...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It is the beginning of winter, so we like the smell of the warming speculaas spices!
Join in a 3 hour, hands-on workshop as you discover a traditional baking delicacy consumed widely in the Netherlands during the festive winter months.
We will make 3 typical dutch winter treats; A Spice...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Architect Bijoy Jain, of Studio Mumbai, welcomes us into his house and sheds light on the surprising human systems behind the chaos of Mumbai, and highlights the tendency to work with local materials, such as clay bricks.
Along the way, he explains how spaces influence our emotional and physical...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A true original, Austrian-born and educated R.M. Schindler laid the foundation for what is now known as the Californian style of indoor-outdoor living.
This documentary explores the bohemian genius of the highly acclaimed Schindler House in Los Angeles, investigating Schindler’s philosophy of...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mary Heilmann: Waves, Roads & Hallucinations
Influenced by 1960s counterculture, the Beatniks, and the free speech movement, Mary Heilmann ranks amongst the most influential abstract painters of her generation.
Offering a visually immersive journey, using rare archival material and in-studio...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke’s Bay’s liveliest choir, the Hawke’s Bay Soul Choir, comes to Napier’s Paisley Stage on Saturday 7th June, and tickets are now on sale!
Special guests: Anton Wuts and Campbell Burns
Bring your dancing shoes for an evening of the very best soul, disco and Motown, with a few...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Viva Niki - The Spirit of Niki de Saint Phalle
Investigating the monumental Tarot Garden and the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris, Japanese director Michiko Matsumoto guides us on a joyous retrospective of her friend and French American artist Niki de Saint Phalle, by combining photographs from her...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A documentary about the design and building of a unique private holiday home in New Zealand.
Darryl Church, founder of DCA Architects of Transformation, leads the narrative on the designing and building of a unique award-winning home on the picturesque banks of Lake Whakamaru. The film captures...
Date: Sunday 8 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea (89 mins) PRECEDED BY Her Blueprint, Aotearoa (16 mins).
E. 1027 - Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea - Eileen Gray’s villa, E.1027, on the Côte d’Azur is considered a milestone in architectural history.
Enjoy a cinematic journey into the...
Date: Sunday 8 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Performers at the Hastings Music Society Sunday 11th May 2pm in the historic St Matthews Anglican church are the
Hawkes Bay Youth Orchestra
Come and enjoy an afternoon of stunning orchestral works performed by talented Hawkes Bay Youth. The concert prepared is also a special way to celebrate...
Date: Sunday 8 June to Sunday 9 November
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Since the 1970s, English photographer Martin Parr has held up a sometimes tender, sometimes critical and always mischievous mirror to our times, forcing us to take a hard look at how consumer society has shaped our lives.
Discover the maverick behind some of the most iconic images of the past...
Date: Sunday 8 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We the Others (55 mins) PRECEDED BY Fruitvale: A Community for Regeneration (12 mins).
We the Others - Brazilian design duo Fernando and Humberto Campan are renowned as ground-breaking figures in today’s creative landscape. Over the past 40 years, the brothers have not only left an indelible...
Date: Sunday 8 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we farewell one of Aotearoa’s brightest young opera stars, Emmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono, before he takes the world stage.
Born and bred in Flaxmere and Hawke’s Bay, Emmanuel has been accepted into not one but two of the most prestigious international opera...
Date: Sunday 8 June
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A charming portrait of Dale Frank, Australia’s foremost contemporary and conceptual artist, eight weeks out from his 40th exhibition at Sydney’s Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery.
Throughout this candid biography, we learn what it means to be a professional artist. The stakes are high in the art world,...
Date: Sunday 8 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Through the material of concrete and its ancestor: stone, comes an epic and poetic meditation on architecture around the globe.
Looking at how the design and construction of buildings from the ancient past reveal our destruction, it raises a fundamental question: ‘How do we build, and how can...
Date: Monday 9 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join Sam and Te Rerehua as they prepare a Matariki feast in the Kai Stars of Matariki: Tupuānuku and Tupuārangi, by Miriamo Kamo and Zak Waipara.
Navigate your way through Cornwall Park, starting at the playground, to read the story and follow along.
Experience the Storywalk and scan the QR...
Date: Monday 9 June to Friday 27 June
Where: Cornwall Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Put your navigation skills to the test and seek out the missing stars of Matariki at one of our libraries.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 9 June to Sunday 29 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Put your navigation skills to the test and seek out the missing stars of Matariki at one of our libraries.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 9 June to Saturday 28 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Put your navigation skills to the test and seek out the missing stars of Matariki at one of our libraries.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 9 June to Saturday 28 June
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Visit one of our libraries to doodle, colour-in, or put your brain to the test with some Matariki crosswords and wordfinds.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Monday 9 June to Sunday 29 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Visit one of our libraries to doodle, colour-in, or put your brain to the test with some Matariki crosswords and wordfinds.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Monday 9 June to Saturday 28 June
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Visit one of our libraries to doodle, colour-in, or put your brain to the test with some Matariki crosswords and wordfinds.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Monday 9 June to Saturday 28 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Documerica Project (52 mins) PRECEDED BY Tāwharau Lane: A Sustainability Exemplar (14 mins).
The Documerica Project - In the 70s, 100 photographers roamed America to document the environmental movement after 30 years of unbridled consumerism.Nearly 80,000 images encompassed the immensity of...
Date: Monday 9 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Explore the remarkable life and legacy of the late feminist author Ursula K. Le Guin.
Heralded as a ‘world builder’ and an ‘architect of language’, Le Guin is best known for her groundbreaking science fiction and fantasy works, such as A Wizard of Earthsea, The Left Hand of Darkness, and...
Date: Monday 9 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Key Event Information
Free fish heads and frames
Please bring your own bucket, pot, bags
We only ask that people line up between the cones and wait to be served,
We are planning this to be a fortnightly trip on Tuesdays, same time same place. We wont be able to do public holidays however...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 24 June
Where: Kai Ika Wairoa, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A true original, Austrian-born and educated R.M. Schindler laid the foundation for what is now known as the Californian style of indoor-outdoor living.
This documentary explores the bohemian genius of the highly acclaimed Schindler House in Los Angeles, investigating Schindler’s philosophy of...
Date: Tuesday 10 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Known for his visionary designs and groundbreaking architectural philosophy, Erickson’s work profoundly shaped the modernist landscape as one of the 20th century’s most captivating architects.
Through intimate interviews, archival footage and a look at his most famous creations, the film...
Date: Tuesday 10 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DOUBLE FEATURE The House: 6 Points of Departure (48 mins) screens with This Is Not a House (30 mins).
The House: 6 Points of Departure - Inspired by ‘land art’ sculptors such as Michael Heizer and Robert Smithson, Thom Mayne was guided by the notion of house-to-natural-topography connection...
Date: Tuesday 10 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Back for 2025 !!
Hosted by the legendary award winning Quiz Master Riggsy along with his brand of cheeky infamous humor.
Join New Zealand's Premier Quiz Master as voted by Shaun Wallace (The Dark Destroyer on The Chase).
So get your team together give us call to secure yourself a great...
Date: Tuesday 10 June
Where: Good George Napier Taphouse, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get inside the mind of distinguished artist, scholar, author, and one of the most renowned and significant landscape architects practicing in the world today, Laurie Olin, whose concerns have defined his life’s work: urbanisation, a lost connection to nature, economic marginalisation, and the...
Date: Tuesday 10 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mary Heilmann: Waves, Roads & Hallucinations
Influenced by 1960s counterculture, the Beatniks, and the free speech movement, Mary Heilmann ranks amongst the most influential abstract painters of her generation.
Offering a visually immersive journey, using rare archival material and in-studio...
Date: Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A charming portrait of Dale Frank, Australia’s foremost contemporary and conceptual artist, eight weeks out from his 40th exhibition at Sydney’s Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery.
Throughout this candid biography, we learn what it means to be a professional artist. The stakes are high in the art world,...
Date: Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Viva Niki - The Spirit of Niki de Saint Phalle
Investigating the monumental Tarot Garden and the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris, Japanese director Michiko Matsumoto guides us on a joyous retrospective of her friend and French American artist Niki de Saint Phalle, by combining photographs from her...
Date: Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Big Sing is an annual Choral Showcase featuring 18 student choirs from East Coast Secondary Schools.
Participating in the competition are choirs from Havelock North High School, Napier Girls High School, Woodford House, Iona College, Napier Boys High School, Lindisfarne College, Hastings...
Date: Wednesday 11 June
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Jacquemus: The Prince of Today's Fashion (52 mins) PRECEDED BY Richard Serra: You are the Subject (22 mins). Jacquemus:
The Prince of Today's Fashion - The film retraces the story of fashion designer, Simon Porte Jacquemus, founder and artistic director of his brand Jacquemus. Told through 10...
Date: Wednesday 11 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
THE EAGLES GREATES HITS BACK IN 2025
A two hour performance of songs that defined an ear, Take it to the limit, Desperado, Lyin Eyes and the world famous Hotel California.
A six-piece band lead by Whalen Hughes and David Thompson as Don Henley and Glenn Frey, arguably the best sounding...
Date: Thursday 12 June
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Matariki craft workshop to honor loved ones. Bring small items or use provided natural materials to create a memorial terrarium. Enjoy a peaceful space for creativity, connection and reflection, followed by kai.
This session is suitable for Older Adults and Kaumātua. REGISTRATION REQUIRED -...
Date: Friday 13 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a whānau friendly movie afternoon to watch Whale Rider.
Whale Rider (PG) 'A story of love, rejection and triumph as a young Maori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize'. (runtime 101 mins).
Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a...
Date: Friday 13 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come have fun while dancing at the Outer Space Disco!
This Disco is for girls ages 9-12
The Disco will be on Friday the 13th of June and will run from 6pm-7:30pm doors opening at 5.45pm.
Located at the Mahoe Girl Guide Hall, Anderson Park Napier.
The theme is Outer Space so make sure you...
Date: Friday 13 June
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DEVILSKIN ANNOUNCE - RE-EVOLUTION TOUR 2025
with very special guests VILLAINY
plus MIDWAVE BREAKS
Phenomenal multi-platinum rockers DEVILSKIN are fired up and ready to bring the heat as they hit the road this May, embarking on a mammoth winter jaunt traversing the length and breadth of...
Date: Friday 13 June
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay's favourite reggae band The Rude Boyz bring cool reggae vibes to Hawkes Bay's favourite music venue - the historic Cabana Napier.
Going to be a great night of deep roots reggae classics and all time greats.
Don't miss out...
Date: Friday 13 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We're excited to bring you the second Hawke’s Bay Fabric-a-brac!
Come along to discover vintage and modern fabric treasures, haberdashery, patterns, buttons and sewing supplies for sale, all in aid of Cranford Hospice. This fabric and sewing market is a wonderful morning out!
Selling at the...
Date: Saturday 14 June
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nau mai haramai! Bring along your little singstars for a twinkly session at the Havelock North Library to celebrate Matariki.
Suitable for ages 0-3.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 17 June to Tuesday 24 June
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nau mai haramai! Bring along your little singstars for a special twinkly session of Rhythm and Rhymes at the Hastings Library to celebrate Matariki.
Suitable for ages 0-3.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 17 June to Tuesday 24 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Havelock North Intermediate presents the Drew Chatterton Tremains Season of Shrek Jr.
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre,...
Date: Tuesday 17 June to Wednesday 18 June
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Cougan Renata returns with his tribute to the music of the iconic "UB40"
Performing hits like Red Red wine, Maybe tomorrow, Cherry of baby, Food for thought and many more. Show concludes with a mega mix of reggae songs from the likes of Bob Marley, Inner circle, Third world, Herbs and more.
...
Date: Friday 20 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Matariki Mahuika is a people-powered Matariki project that involves welcoming people to share the warmth of their fire on beaches right around Aoetaroa New Zealand.
A tradition that began in Te Matau-a-Māui Hawke's Bay in 2023, this DIY celebration has seen many thousands of people answer the...
Date: Saturday 21 June
Where: The beach, Te Matau-a-Māui Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Virsa Heritage Music Festival 2025 – A Free Community Celebration of Culture, Music & Unity
Join us for a joyful and vibrant celebration at the Virsa Heritage Music Festival 2025 – a free, family-friendly community event in the heart of Hawke’s Bay that celebrates the rich cultural...
Date: Saturday 21 June
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Barbra Streisand leads this 1969 rom-com from fellow screen legend Gene Kelly. Co-stars Walter Matthau, Michael Crawford and Louis Armstrong.
The film follows the story of Dolly Levi, a strong-willed matchmaker who travels to Yonkers, New York, to find a match for the miserly "well-known...
Date: Sunday 22 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The magical Matariki Glow Show will tour New Zealand from May 2025, through the school terms and holidays! The Glow Show is an extraordinary experience that educates as it entertains, delivering an utterly original event for all the family.
This year, the Glow Show tells the story of te...
Date: Monday 23 June to Tuesday 24 June
Where: The Gaiety Theatre, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Matariki craft workshop to honor loved ones. Bring small items or use provided natural materials to create a memorial terrarium. Enjoy a peaceful space for creativity, connection and reflection, followed by kai.
This session is suitable for adults 18+ REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please register...
Date: Tuesday 24 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A stand up comedy show featuring four comics currently touring the pro circuit for a variety of laughs.
Corey Guitard - A Canadian comic who’s been walking the Te Araroa trail off and on for over a year. He’s been writing jokes in his tent, and is excited to tell jokes to someone who’s not...
Date: Thursday 26 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a whānau friendly movie afternoon to watch Whale Rider.
Whale Rider (PG) 'A story of love, rejection and triumph as a young Maori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize'. (runtime 101 mins).
Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a...
Date: Friday 27 June
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We have pizza, we have crafts... and we have an escape room! This one's for teens - a Matariki inspired escape room for you to beat. Karawhiua!
Suitable for ages 13-18. REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please register through the Hastings Libraries website.
Children must be accompanied by a...
Date: Friday 27 June
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
CLASH OF THE MULTIVERSE!
A high-energy variety show where the Marvel and DC universes will collide in one creative spectacle! Whether you're a die-hard nerd, a casual fan, or just love an unforgettable night out, this is one show you don’t want to miss!
Breathtaking dance, gravity-defying...
Date: Friday 27 June
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Musical Smoothie – A Live Music Showcase
Get ready for a vibrant, high-energy celebration of musical theatre with Musical Smoothie! Blending together an irresistible mix of songs from your favourite musicals—both timeless classics and modern hits—this showcase is a deliciously entertaining...
Date: Friday 27 June to Sunday 6 July
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga Matariki Event
Staff Recognition Awards
Organisation's Matariki celebration and entertainment
5.00pm - Doors Open
5.30pm - Matariki Staff Awards and Dinner
7.30pm - Live entertainment [DJ Jayrasik and feature covers band]
11.00pm - Event finishes
Date: Saturday 28 June
Where: Club Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
IN THE SHALLOWS | NEW ERA. NEW ALBUM. NEW TOUR.
2025 is already glowing for In The Shallows. With a brand new lineup, a fresh album in the works, and their first single “Do You” turning heads, the indie-folk-pop band is ready to hit the road this winter on their most exciting tour yet.
...
Date: Saturday 28 June
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Napier! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
...
Date: Thursday 3 July
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Free Entry & Bar Tabs for Prizes
Put your knowledge to the test at our weekly Quiz Night hosted by the always-entertaining Sebastian Kiriona!
Whether you're a trivia master or just in it for the laughs, there's fun to be had and bar tabs to be won.
Come solo or bring a team — it's free to...
Date: Thursday 22 May to Thursday 31 July
Where: Three Wise Birds Pavilion, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Musical Smoothie – A Live Music Showcase
Get ready for a vibrant, high-energy celebration of musical theatre with Musical Smoothie! Blending together an irresistible mix of songs from your favourite musicals—both timeless classics and modern hits—this showcase is a deliciously entertaining...
Date: Friday 27 June to Sunday 6 July
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Toitoi Hawke's Bay Arts and Events Centre presents CDP with Tall Stories' production of THE GRUFFALO based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler
A mouse took a stroll through the deep, dark wood...
After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s...
Date: Friday 4 July to Saturday 5 July
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Comfy vibes incoming! Roll into July with our ultimate Pyjama Party Roller Disco. Grab your onesies, sleep socks, and fluffiest robes – it’s time for a chill night of skating in your sleepwear. We'll have cozy tunes and dreamy lighting. Just don’t actually fall asleep on the rink!
Date: Friday 4 July
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
THIS LITTLE BADGE is an indie pop/alt-rock band based in New Plymouth, Taranaki. With a mix of catchy melodies, punchy lyrics, and a live show that’ll leave you wanting more, THIS LITTLE BADGE is one of the most exciting new acts in Taranaki. Whether they’re playing at the TSB Festival of...
Date: Friday 4 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen as Leonore, the faithful wife who risks everything to save her husband from the clutches of tyranny in Beethoven’s Fidelio.
Fidelio’sunusual structure, glorious score, and life-affirming aura make it a unique experience. It has been called a hymn to freedom...
Date: Sunday 6 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Step into a world of wonder with Illusionist Anthony Street, in a thrilling magic show crafted to captivate audiences of all ages! Anthony, renowned as the creator and star of the world-famous Celtic Illusion, brings his unique blend of breathtaking illusions, mind-bending magic, and boundless...
Date: Sunday 6 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This month's film is based on a true story of a young women wanting to become an orchestral conductor.
We start each Ciné-Club in the cinema entry foyer from 6:00pm.
Focal Point will be selling $10 glasses of wine and providing complimentary bread and cheese.
The film starts at 6:30pm and...
Date: Tuesday 8 July
Where: Focal Point Cinema Havelock North, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Complete with band, we celebrate male ensembles like Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Beatles, Everly Brothers, Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, Queen, The Platters...the list goes on!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Matt Pike
Mike Booth
Pete France
Grant...
Date: Wednesday 9 July
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The magical Matariki Glow Show will tour New Zealand from May 2025, through the school terms and holidays! The Glow Show is an extraordinary experience that educates as it entertains, delivering an utterly original event for all the family.
This year, the Glow Show tells the story of te...
Date: Thursday 10 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Complete with band, we celebrate male ensembles like Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Beatles, Everly Brothers, Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, Queen, The Platters...the list goes on!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Matt Pike
Mike Booth
Pete France
Grant...
Date: Thursday 10 July
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Three day bus trip from Napier to Wellington traveling Friday 11th July to Wellington, Stopping at Norsewood and Raumati along the way. Two nights accommodation in central Wellington to maximise the enjoyment of Wellington City on a busy sport weekend.
Ticket to the All Blacks v France Test match...
Date: Friday 11 July to Sunday 13 July
Where: Double Decker Transport Ltd, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An immersive theatrical experience, brought to you by Red Scare Theatre Company.
On a small island off Wellington’s north coast, the local community have gathered for the last time in the wake of an impending evacuation due to rising sea levels. When one community member decides to take a...
Date: Friday 11 July
Where: Greenmeadows East Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This show is a Tribute act representing the hit makers INXS the no.1 Band in the world for ten years straight 1980 to 1990
This group has an explosive sound with a very good front Man Mark TaipariI who portrays Michael Hutchence very well Appearence and voice tone like Michaels.
A well put...
Date: Saturday 12 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Performers at the Hastings Music Society Sunday 11th May 2pm in the historic St Matthews Anglican church are the
Hawkes Bay Youth Orchestra
Come and enjoy an afternoon of stunning orchestral works performed by talented Hawkes Bay Youth. The concert prepared is also a special way to celebrate...
Date: Sunday 8 June to Sunday 9 November
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and diverse works such as the towering statue of David, the moving Pietà in the Papal Basilica of St. Peter and his tour-de-force, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, still leave us breathless today.
Spanning his 88 years,...
Date: Thursday 17 July to Sunday 20 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover the world of Art Deco Napier this Winter Deco Weekend!
Napier’s coolest boutique festival is back, serving up jazz bars, vintage cars, 1930s style, and the glamour of the Grand Winter Ball.
Think sharp suits, swing bands, fur coats, and nights to dress up and let go. It’s a...
Date: Friday 18 July to Sunday 20 July
Where: Art Deco Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
With multiple album Anniversaries this year, Delaney Davidson takes to the road in July to celebrate his extensive and star studded catalogue with special band The Anniversaries.
15 years ago, Delaney Davidson joined Reverend Beat Man - cult figure, gospel trash preacher, and founder of the...
Date: Sunday 20 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We’re coming back to the CENTRAL HAWKE'S BAY MUNICIPAL THEATRE in 2025!!
Worldwide sensation - the MAGIC MEN AUSTRALIA are coming your way!
Australia’s most anticipated men are heating up the town Magic Men’s “FEEL THE MAGIC” showcases it’s most talented men in a heart-stopping live...
Date: Thursday 24 July
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 33rd Annual Cocktail Party, proudly presented by the Hastings Karamu Rotary Club and our esteemed Premier Sponsor, Advanced Plumbing and Gas. This year, we are rallying for a cause close to our hearts: the construction of a new facility for Cranford...
Date: Friday 25 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join the sensational Kita Mean, winner of RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under and Rita Menu RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under season 3 Miss Congeniality, for a night of drag bingo like no other! Expect outrageous comedy, fierce performances, glitz, glamour, and cheeky surprises.
Come prepared for...
Date: Tuesday 29 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Classy meets groovy at our Black and White Roller Disco! Dress to impress in bold black, crisp white, or a mix of both. Whether you go sleek and stylish or wild with stripes and spots, this monochrome mash-up will be a night to remember. Groovy music and disco lights spinning – all that’s...
Date: Friday 1 August
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Described as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble”, NZTrio He Taonga Wairere is renowned for its eclectic repertoire, outstanding talent and warm kiwi stage presence. Bringing together three incredibly accomplished artists: Amalia Hall (violin), Callum Hall...
Date: Saturday 2 August
Where: St Pauls Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
IN THE SHALLOWS | NEW ERA. NEW ALBUM. NEW TOUR.
2025 is already glowing for In The Shallows. With a brand new lineup, a fresh album in the works, and their first single “Do You” turning heads, the indie-folk-pop band is ready to hit the road this winter on their most exciting tour yet.
...
Date: Friday 8 August
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Bruce Springsteen Experience is an international-level show dedicated to honouring the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Featuring a full nine-piece lineup, this captivating performance delivers an electrifying blend of visual and audio excitement. Audiences are...
Date: Saturday 9 August
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Performers at the Hastings Music Society Sunday 11th May 2pm in the historic St Matthews Anglican church are the
Hawkes Bay Youth Orchestra
Come and enjoy an afternoon of stunning orchestral works performed by talented Hawkes Bay Youth. The concert prepared is also a special way to celebrate...
Date: Sunday 8 June to Sunday 9 November
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“If you’re a Bee Gees fan, this is the concert for you.” Lesley Evans (Gibb)
The Best of the Bee Gees honours the legacy of the Saturday Night Fever disco album with chart busters from the Bee Gees, K.C. & The Sunshine Band, The Trammps and others, plus special guests Debora McLane (Bee...
Date: Thursday 14 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ghost Trio was founded mid-2019 by Monique Lapins (violin), Ken Ichinose (cello), and Gabriela Glapska (piano). The close-knit ensemble is passionate about exploring a new approach towards the greatest classics written for piano trio, the discovery of lesser-known contemporary treasures, as well as...
Date: Thursday 14 August
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Carter Entertainment
We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world's most iconic bands - from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others
...
Date: Sunday 31 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Many of our favourite artists present this flag waving, mad, musical mayhem, promising Gilbert and Sullivan, war songs, ballads, singalongs, jokes and much frivolity!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Benjamin Makisi
Amanda Atlas
Derek Hill
Tracey Collins...
Date: Wednesday 3 September
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Many of our favourite artists present this flag waving, mad, musical mayhem, promising Gilbert and Sullivan, war songs, ballads, singalongs, jokes and much frivolity!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Benjamin Makisi
Amanda Atlas
Derek Hill
Tracey Collins...
Date: Thursday 4 September
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Peace, love, and roller skates! We're throwing it back at our 60s/70s Roller Disco. Bust out the bell bottoms, flower crowns, and tie-dye tees for a night of groovy tunes and good vibes. From funk to classic rock, we’ll be skating through the decades in true retro style. Can you dig it?
Date: Friday 5 September
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The much-loved and outrageously funny comedian KEVIN BLOODY WILSON is coming back to NZ in August & September with his new “Aussie Icon Tour”, performing again his funniest songs, hilarious stories and shooting down political correctness for his Kiwi fans supported by Jenny Talia from...
Date: Saturday 6 September
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Conductor Joana Mallwitz takes the podium to conduct a stellar ensemble cast including American bass-baritone Michael Sumuel as the clever valet Figaro.
A profoundly humane comedy, Le Nozze di Figaro is a remarkable marriage of Mozart’s music at the height of his genius and one of the best...
Date: Sunday 14 September
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Performers at the Hastings Music Society Sunday 11th May 2pm in the historic St Matthews Anglican church are the
Hawkes Bay Youth Orchestra
Come and enjoy an afternoon of stunning orchestral works performed by talented Hawkes Bay Youth. The concert prepared is also a special way to celebrate...
Date: Sunday 8 June to Sunday 9 November
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Importance of being Earnest by Oscar Wilde and directed by Max Webster.
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful re-imagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.
While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian...
Date: Thursday 18 September
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Seventh Wonder Performs FLEETWOOD MAC
50th Anniversary of Fleetwood Mac's Classic Line Up
Experience one of the world's premier celebrations of Fleetwood Mac with "Seventh Wonder." This electrifying show brings the full "Rumours" album to life, featuring classics like "Go Your Own Way,"...
Date: Friday 19 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready for a spellbinding adventure with Matilda, Roald Dahl's beloved tale brought to life on stage.
Witness the clever, brave Matilda Wormwood outwit the terrible Miss Trunchbull in a heartwarming story of triumph, courage, and the power of imagination.
Recommended Ages: All Ages...
Date: Friday 26 September to Saturday 4 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Explore the iconic Cape Kidnappers — with exclusive access to private trails through coastal farmland, native forest, river gorges and waterfalls. One day only. Choose from 34km, 20km or 10km. An off-road adventure you won’t want to miss.
Date: Saturday 27 September
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready for a spellbinding adventure with Matilda, Roald Dahl's beloved tale brought to life on stage.
Witness the clever, brave Matilda Wormwood outwit the terrible Miss Trunchbull in a heartwarming story of triumph, courage, and the power of imagination.
Recommended Ages: All Ages...
Date: Friday 26 September to Saturday 4 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its way back to Taradale to start our 2025/26 Hawke's Bay season! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
After wowing a sold-out Taradale crowd last season, Impact Pro Wrestling are kicking off the season in style!
Impact...
Date: Friday 3 October
Where: Taradale Town Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its way back to Napier to start our 2025/26 season! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
After wowing a sold-out crowd last seasons, Impact Pro Wrestling are kicking off the season in style!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been...
Date: Saturday 4 October
Where: Asher Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Composed in the year before his passing, the 'Four Last Songs' are held by many to be Richard Strauss’ most beautiful, sensuous, and moving composition. They are songs of farewell and of gentle heartbreak. The words of the final song, 'Im Abendrot', speak of an elderly couple walking hand in...
Date: Thursday 9 October
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Event brought to you by Etiquette, Orton's & Saltwater Seafoods
Saturday, 11 October, 2025, 1pm - 7pm
The Old Church
Salty Palate – A Seafood Celebration Kiamoana
Beverages
Entertainment
General Admission Early Bird - $145 + fees - 2pm Sold Out
General Admission Second Release - $155 +...
Date: Saturday 11 October
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
American soprano Angel Blue headlines as the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country in a new production of Verdi’s Aida by Michael Mayer that brings audiences inside the towering pyramids and gilded tombs of ancient Egypt.
This grandest of grand operas features an epic backdrop for...
Date: Sunday 12 October
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Performers at the Hastings Music Society Sunday 11th May 2pm in the historic St Matthews Anglican church are the
Hawkes Bay Youth Orchestra
Come and enjoy an afternoon of stunning orchestral works performed by talented Hawkes Bay Youth. The concert prepared is also a special way to celebrate...
Date: Sunday 8 June to Sunday 9 November
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our singers and band present hit songs from the 50s, a decade where music defined the optimism, romance, coolness and charm of the era, with simply the best songs!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Matt Pike
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 6...
Date: Wednesday 15 October
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our singers and band present hit songs from the 50s, a decade where music defined the optimism, romance, coolness and charm of the era, with simply the best songs!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Matt Pike
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 6...
Date: Thursday 16 October
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Touring in 2025 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody!
Immerse yourself in the spectacle, grandeur and energy of the world’s greatest Rock band with Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic, celebrating the legacy of Queen and Freddie Mercury.
Bringing big...
Date: Friday 17 October
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Touring in 2025 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody!
Immerse yourself in the spectacle, grandeur and energy of the world’s greatest Rock band with Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic, celebrating the legacy of Queen and Freddie Mercury.
Bringing big...
Date: Saturday 18 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way?
The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who...
Date: Thursday 23 October to Sunday 26 October
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We are back for our annual Bay Skate BMX Competition! Watch as the best of the best battle it out for the top spots. It's going to be an event you don't want to miss! Big airs, flips, whips and more! It's going to be sick!
Registrations will be open soon. Spectating for the event will be free....
Date: Saturday 25 October
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Starring Australia's Amber Joy Poulton, Coal Miner's Daughter celebrates the incredible life of the late great Loretta Lynn, from her early days in the hills of Kentucky to her tempestuous marriage, tragic losses & enduring bonds with the incredible Patsy Cline, Conway Twitty, Tammy Wynette, Dolly...
Date: Saturday 25 October
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We will begin our weekend of 50th Jubilee celebrations with the unveiling of a locally crafted taonga recognising the past, present and future students of Kōwhai Specialist School.
There will be entertainment, food and fun for all.
Cost: This is a free event, however you must register your...
Date: Saturday 1 November
Where: Kōwhai Specialist School, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Experience Floyd
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Echoes of Pink Floyd pays tribute to one of the greatest rock bands of all time – Pink Floyd.
In celebration of the band's 60th anniversary, this world-class production promises to be a mesmerizing journey through...
Date: Friday 7 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for two weekends of creative magic as artists throw open the doors of their studios and welcome you in!
- open studios - meet painters, potters, sculptors, carvers and more in their special spaces
- demonstrations, workshops and events
- shared spaces and art groups
- gallery...
Date: Saturday 8 November to Sunday 16 November
Where: Various artist studios, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Claus Guth, one of Europe’s leading opera directors, gives the biblical story a psychologically perceptive Victorian-era setting.
The story of this incendiary and powerful opera is derived from a brief biblical account: A young princess of Judea dances for her stepfather Herod and chooses as...
Date: Sunday 9 November
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Performers at the Hastings Music Society Sunday 11th May 2pm in the historic St Matthews Anglican church are the
Hawkes Bay Youth Orchestra
Come and enjoy an afternoon of stunning orchestral works performed by talented Hawkes Bay Youth. The concert prepared is also a special way to celebrate...
Date: Sunday 8 June to Sunday 9 November
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Showtime NZ
Get the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner, brimming with iconic hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. Featuring the powerful, raspy vocals, high-intensity dancing and thrilling stage presence of South African Caroline Borole (as seen on South African Idols)...
Date: Tuesday 11 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Andrew Fagan - iconic New Zealand solo sailor, songwriter, and frontman of legendary Kiwi band The Mockers - hits the road in November with a 20-date nationwide tour: Passage Of Time – Solo Songs and Stories from a Swirly World.
Running from 5th to 30th November, the tour charts a course from...
Date: Wednesday 19 November
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its way back to Bay View! After wowing a very vocal Bay View crowd in 2024, Impact Pro Wrestling are back in town!
To celebrate, every children's ticket pre-purchased through eventfinda will receive a free luchador mask on arrival.
Impact Pro Wrestling has...
Date: Friday 21 November
Where: King George Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This amazing wellbeing expo is run over two days. This event is run annual, and is a great hit!. Come join our ZEN style event with tarot readers, healers, massage, jewellery, crystals, giftware and much more. FREE DOOR ENTRY at the Waipukurau War Memorial Hall (across the road from the Camp...
Date: Saturday 22 November to Sunday 23 November
Where: Waipukurau Memorial Hall, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
HARVEST Hawke's Bay 2025 will once again celebrate Hawke's Bay, NZ's Food & Wine Country. Taking place from 11am to 5pm on Saturday 22nd November 2025 in a spectacular, secluded setting in the Tuki Tuki Valley visitors will get to enjoy...
Eighteen wineries paired with nine eateries offer...
Date: Saturday 22 November
Where: Tuki Tuki Valley, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its return to Flaxmere! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for more than 20 years and has seen many of its talented wrestlers go on to perform in WWE,...
Date: Saturday 22 November
Where: Flaxmere Community Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Christmas, Santa, surprises, carols, songs, singalongs, fun, jokes, laughter, fiddling, madness and love to celebrate the end of another great year of music!
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Marian Burns
Charlotte West
Kate Lineham
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 18 November - 19...
Date: Wednesday 26 November
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Christmas, Santa, surprises, carols, songs, singalongs, fun, jokes, laughter, fiddling, madness and love to celebrate the end of another great year of music!
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Marian Burns
Charlotte West
Kate Lineham
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 18 November - 19...
Date: Thursday 27 November
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our Bay Skate Skateboard Competition is back for another dual day event; with the street competition on the Saturday and our bowl competition on the Sunday. It's a perfect way to spend the last few days of spring before we head into the hotter and dryer months.
Date: Saturday 29 November to Sunday 30 November
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 3 June to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
the Havelock Handmade Market has been running for 15 years, each month we have an incredible lineup of talented local artisans and crafters who join us. The market is tucked away in Gibson Court, down the alleyway next to Peak Pizza and accessible from the arcade next to At E's Cafe. Come along and...
Date: Saturday 7 June to Saturday 6 December
Where: Gibson Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the magic of the Wonder Christmas Market—a festive blend of local craftsmanship with over 90 creative stalls, food trucks, live music, and a bar with sensational cocktails. Join us for a joyful community celebration, a Christmas event you won't want to miss!
Date: Saturday 6 December
Where: Waikoko Gardens, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier hosts a vibrant Sunday market known as the Napier Sunday Market. This is held every Sunday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 26 Marine Parade, right beside the ocean and next to the Napier's Ocean Spa complex. This market is the largest in Hawke’s Bay, featuring over 60 stalls offering a diverse...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 14 December
Where: Napier Sunday Market, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Rossini’s effervescent comedy takes the stage in Bartlett Sher’s madcap production at the Metropolitan Opera.
Rossini’s perfectly honed treasure survived a famously disastrous opening night (caused by factions and local politics more than any reaction to the work itself) to become what may...
Date: Sunday 7 December
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 13 May to Tuesday 9 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Calling all Swifties - make a ‘sweet escape’ to the world of Taylor Swift with TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift!
Showtime presents Josette with international band and dancers in this joyous, effervescent concert experience, complete with sparkly costumes, cosmic stage...
Date: Thursday 11 December
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 14 June to Saturday 13 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 20 May to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 17 May to Saturday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying...
Date: Sunday 18 May to Sunday 4 January
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
BOHM PRESENTS
Jimmy Carr
Laughs Funny
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show ‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’.
Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets.
Jokes attract people, but they can also repel....
Date: Wednesday 21 January to Thursday 22 January
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners. Free of charge. Meetings start promptly. MC Jeremy Roberts 021 027 98395. This is a safe environment for our community to share their written work and have their voices heard. There are a number of regular attendees and the atmosphere is one of...
Date: Monday 2 June to Sunday 1 February
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Te Hokinga Mahara o Waipureku Waitangi.
Join us to commemorate the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi at Te Awa o Mokotuararo (Clive), Hawke's Bay! This historic event, close to where Te Tiriti was signed in 1840, promises a day of reflection and action. Turn up anytime during the day at Farndon Park...
Date: Friday 6 February
Where: Farndon Park Domain, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling FINALLY makes its way back to Central Hawke's Bay after a sell out in 2025!! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for more than 20 years and has seen many of its...
Date: Friday 20 February
Where: Waipukurau Memorial Hall, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
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