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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.
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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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: Thursday 4 June to Tuesday 1 September
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 7 July to Tuesday 17 November
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our first (and quite possibly only) Listening Bar for 2026 will be held on Tuesday 25th August.
The evening’s selector is Yvonne Lorkin. Yvonne began collecting cassettes at 10, CDs at 11, vinyl at 14 and she's a product of Hastings in the late 80’s-early 90s, where punks, skins, Rastas,...
Date: Tuesday 25 August
Where: Hastings Distillery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night from 7 pm until 9 pm listen to great music and enjoy dancing to those great old rock n roll songs learn new moves and if you are just starting we have some very good experienced dancers who will help you, we have a monthly social night...
Date: Tuesday 18 August to Tuesday 3 November
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Les Misérables, the epic 19th-century French tale of redemption and revolution following Jean Valjean, an ex-convict seeking a new life after 19 years of prison for stealing bread. Pursued by the relentless Inspector Javert, Valjean breaks parole, becomes a mayor, and promises to raise Cosette,...
Date: Tuesday 25 August to Sunday 30 August
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Take a break from your daily routine and discover the remarkable versatility of the trombone. Brass specialist David Jackson performs an exciting programme spanning over three centuries of music on alto, tenor and bass trombone, revealing the instrument's surprising agility, warmth and expressive...
Date: Wednesday 26 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and enjoy a 30-minute lunchtime featuring the Project Prima Volta singers.
Every year PPV helps young people from Hawke's Bay explore their unique potential within the context of sung performance by developing confidence, trust, and skills in a fun and supportive environment.
Free...
Date: Thursday 13 August to Thursday 27 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for a creative night out in Napier? Join us for a fun beginner-friendly adults painting class in a bar!
Our artist guides you step-by-step, so absolutely no art experience is needed. It’s the perfect excuse to switch off, get creative, and try something a little different.
Whether...
Date: Thursday 27 August
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Inside a cabin in Te Aroha, songwriter and former IvyBlue frontman James Brodie created "Yellow"- his first solo album under the Stillwater Lines persona.
Designed as a way to understand the events of his past in order to move forward into his future while recovering from a near-fatal car crash;...
Date: Thursday 27 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Premiering at Sundance earlier this year, Paloma Schneideman’s coming-of-age debut launches our festival with a tender portrait of 14-year-old Sid, as she tentatively traverses insecurity, identity and desire during the summer of 2006.
It’s the summer school holidays of 2006 and stormy...
Date: Thursday 27 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the magic of world-class cinema as Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) 2026 returns to Ahuriri Napier!
Celebrating the very best in local and international filmmaking, NZIFF brings an extraordinary programme of acclaimed feature films, captivating...
Date: Thursday 27 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Turning houses into homes for over 30 years!
The Hawke’s Bay Home & Garden Show is packed with over 190 exhibitors you will find all the ideas and information that you need to transform your surroundings into the space you’ve always dreamed of. Be thrilled by the variety, amazed by the...
Date: Friday 28 August to Sunday 30 August
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As Iceland's ancient glaciers start to vanish, one family's extensive archive becomes a portrait of a disappearing landscape through the passage of a century.
Icelandic writer and filmmaker Andri Snær Magnason and his family have been in the presence of glaciers for generations. His...
Date: Friday 28 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Willem Dafoe and Greta Lee bring heart and realness to this wistful, unromantic comedy about the fragility of creative ambition and a bygone, bohemian New York lost to a consumerist era of gentrification and influencers.
Turn-of-the-century Viennese writer Arthur Schnitzler’s sharp,...
Date: Friday 28 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An intimate and warm story of a life entwined with a deep-rooted sense of belonging, and the inconvenience of aging in a world that continues to move at pace.
Set in Tangier, the story centers on an aging Spanish woman who has lived in the same apartment for decades - in Calle Málaga (Malaga...
Date: Friday 28 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Al Pacino, Colman Domingo and Myha’la excel in Gus Van Sant’s gripping take on the events of 1977 when an Indianapolis businessman held his mortgage broker hostage.
Dead Man’s Wire received an 11 minute standing ovation after its premiere in Venice.
With terrific chutzpah,...
Date: Friday 28 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bringing you an epic night of live Rap, Hiphop and RnB, hosted by Dirty Mike
Performing live:
Matt Hughes
Flowback
Mordz
Bustafree
Redembrece
Dirty Mike
Date: Friday 28 August
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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 7 November
Where: Herschell Street, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Following two incredible sold-out years, the Hawkes Bay Yoga Festival returns for 2026. We invite you to join the tribe for the next chapter of this festival. Whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or refining years of dedicated yoga practice, our seasoned facilitators will lead...
Date: Saturday 29 August to Sunday 30 August
Where: Napier Conference Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tribute is paid to Jim Anderton as a politician who held out for Labour’s old values as New Zealand shifted to a nastier style of politics, and a new era of capital run amok.
Jim Anderton has said he did not leave the Labour Party, rather, all of his colleagues did. The left-wing politician...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sample and learn about sake and umeshu (plum wine).
All from the award-winning Nakano Brewery in Wakayama, Japan.
There'll be several different styles of sake and plum wine for you to compare and learn about.
Pop into Advintage (4 Donnelly Street, Havelock North), anytime from 12pm to 3pm...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Advintage Wines, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready, Napier – the Urban Wine Walk is back! Grab your crew for the ultimate afternoon of wine and good times! Join 300+ vino lovers as we wander the coolest venues, taste local wines, and meet the winemakers on this self-guided adventure!
How it Works
Start your afternoon at your...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Three Wise Birds Pavilion, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A celebrated Turkish theatre couple are suddenly targeted by the state and stripped of their livelihoods, leading to their marriage, their ideals and their sense of self being pushed to breaking point.
Winner of the Golden Bear (the Berlin Film Festival's top prize), this is a riveting and...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An intricate nesting doll structure provides Spain’s most iconic auteur Pedro Almodovar a lens with which to reflect on his own creative foibles, in frequently scathing terms, in this lacerating self-portrait.
Pedro Almodóvar’s films have always been self-reflexive, folding in layers of...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ish & Millie Rose at Hygge!
Join us on 29 August from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM for an unforgettable evening of live music by the sea at beautiful Hygge Café!
@abandcalledish brings a vibrant mix of traditional and original world folk music—a true journey through sound and storytelling. Expect...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Rugby's first global superstar was also one of its most private... a shy, gentle giant caught between two worlds, whose story mirrors Aotearoa's own coming of age.
In many respects, Vea Mafile'o and Gavin FitzGerald's documentary on Jonah Lomu is a story representative of Aotearoa's own...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Royal Variety Show 10
A Tribute to Michael McGruddy
Get ready, Napier! The legendary Royal Variety Show returns to The Cabana for its massive 10th edition. We’re bringing you an unforgettable night packed with reggae, rock, rap, metal, and more!
Performing Live:
Flowback:...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As a maven of pop-culture detritus, American director Jane Schoenbrun’s campground of twisted delights is a heady, h*rny headtrip of the highest order.
The cinema of Jane Schoenbrun is full of director surrogates, but few have felt closer to home than Kris (Hannah Einbender), an emerging...
Date: Saturday 29 August
Where: Century Theatre, 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 14 December 2025 to Sunday 4 October
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale Sunday Market, Napier's only weekly indoor Market.
With Artisan goods, Fresh Flowers, Metal Art, Steampunk, Sewing, Knitting, Cards, Candles, Crystals, Scentsy, Shoe Charms, Plants, Art, Books, Paintings, Charms, Readings, Horoscope Art, Balms, and so much more.
Stalls may change from...
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 to Sunday 13 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A hand-drawn wonder brimming with imagination and warmth, Arco is the kind of film that reminds you of the joy of discovery.
Arco is a young boy who lives in a distant and peaceful future where humans reside in houses that are on platforms in the sky. During a family outing, wearing rainbow...
Date: Sunday 30 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A filmmaker balances her outspoken father and a boundary-pushing teenager while working on her latest screenplay that only she believes in, in Sophie Hyde's heartfelt, queer family drama.
Olivia Colman and John Lithgow star in Sophie Hyde's semi-autobiographical Jimpa, a funny and endearing...
Date: Sunday 30 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A week before Father’s Day… Vinyl for Dad and fine wine! Join the fun and the music at The Urban Winery with Rockstuff Records on Sunday 30 August! Treat Dad and yourself to a record or two.. what a ripper idea! Dig the crates, quench your thirst, soak up the sounds! Bar Open! Entry is Free!
...
Date: Sunday 30 August
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Indie cinema’s long-time King of Cool Jim Jarmusch finds mystery and melancholy alike in this triptych of family short stories, each grappling with the weight of shared history.
Jim Jarmusch’s quiet, unvarnished trio of short stories represents a return to the auteur’s grounded,...
Date: Sunday 30 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A classic French psychosexual thriller about infidelity is expertly reimagined within a modern Russia of citizens feeding an inhuman war machine, in director-in-exile Andrei Zvyagintsev’s taut, chilling Cannes winner.
It’s been nearly a decade since director Andrei Zvyagintsev’s last...
Date: Sunday 30 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dunedin’s Robert Sarkies ventured into weightier territory after Scarfies, reckoning with a defining tragedy of gun violence that rocked Aotearoa’s sense of security in his chilling but sensitively measured sophomore feature.
On 13 November 1990, in the small Otago coastal settlement of...
Date: Sunday 30 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A filmmaker balances her outspoken father and a boundary-pushing teenager while working on her latest screenplay that only she believes in, in Sophie Hyde's heartfelt, queer family drama.
Olivia Colman and John Lithgow star in Sophie Hyde's semi-autobiographical Jimpa, a funny and endearing...
Date: Monday 31 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Al Pacino, Colman Domingo and Myha’la excel in Gus Van Sant’s gripping take on the events of 1977 when an Indianapolis businessman held his mortgage broker hostage.
Dead Man’s Wire received an 11 minute standing ovation after its premiere in Venice.
With terrific chutzpah,...
Date: Monday 31 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A heartrending, austere portrait of a physically and spiritually scarred woman returning to her postwar hometown in the 1600s, posing as a male soldier.
Horror is central in the tragic life of Rose (a transcendent Sandra Hüller), victim of a harrowing childhood and innumerable atrocities on the...
Date: Monday 31 August
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A bullied 14-year-old sends farewell letters to his classmates and vanishes, but when a girl from his school spots him wandering the streets at night, the two begin to build a fragile, secret world of their own.
After skipping school and setting his pet rodent free in the woods outside his town...
Date: Monday 31 August
Where: 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: Thursday 4 June to Tuesday 1 September
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 7 July to Tuesday 17 November
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kōrerohia, pānuitia, whakarongo atu ki te reo Māori!
Karawhiua is a Māori language challenge for ages 3 and up and goes all month long in September, every year.
Complete a challenge and record it using our online reporting form or check in with one of our staff. The more challenges you...
Date: Tuesday 1 September to Wednesday 30 September
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kōrerohia, pānuitia, whakarongo atu ki te reo Māori!
Karawhiua is a Māori language challenge for ages 3 and up and goes all month long in September, every year.
Complete a challenge and record it using our online reporting form or check in with one of our staff. The more challenges you...
Date: Tuesday 1 September to Wednesday 30 September
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kōrerohia, pānuitia, whakarongo atu ki te reo Māori!
Karawhiua is a Māori language challenge for ages 3 and up and goes all month long in September, every year.
Complete a challenge and record it using our online reporting form or check in with one of our staff. The more challenges you...
Date: Tuesday 1 September to Wednesday 30 September
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you love to bake?
The Hastings Baking Club meets to share recipes, baking tips, and of course food! We have a new theme every month, and bring along something we’ve made to share. Baking Club members also get first access to new baking and food books.
It’s a great way to meet new people,...
Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 to Tuesday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Inspired by 'Call My Agent,' backstage farce 'La Comédie-Française' lovingly skewers Paris' most elite theatre.
Filmed at the prestigious Comédie-Française theatre and using actual members of the troupe, the feature got its original start as an attempted series of skits during the pandemic...
Date: Tuesday 1 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The devastating last words of a five-year-old girl - and a film that refuses to let the world look away.
In The Voice of Hind Rajab, the voice in question is a small one, belonging to a young girl alone and in unconscionable peril, high and breathless with fear and confusion. But it cuts through...
Date: Tuesday 1 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Beyond the confines of a factory farm, a heroic hen finds a new lease on life in a crumbling restaurant's courtyard. Feathers are ruffled and jokes are cracked in this egg-cellent adventure.
What if the chicken left an industrial farm, hitched a ride on a truck, evaded the jaws of a hungry fox,...
Date: Tuesday 1 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night from 7 pm until 9 pm listen to great music and enjoy dancing to those great old rock n roll songs learn new moves and if you are just starting we have some very good experienced dancers who will help you, we have a monthly social night...
Date: Tuesday 18 August to Tuesday 3 November
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kore-eda's nuanced exploration of how grief manifests is distinctly Japanese yet universally resonant, in this empathetic consideration of how technology may serve as a vehicle for healing.
Known for his sincere observations of childhood, unconventional families and the emotional weight of loss...
Date: Tuesday 1 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come with us on a magical musical journey as we shine a spotlight on the stars and unforgettable songs that lit up the stages of Broadway and the silver screens of Hollywood in Stars of Stage and Screen.
This elegant and heartwarming concert features outstanding vocalists bringing to life the...
Date: Wednesday 2 September
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The competitive world of musical whistling takes centre stage in this humorous documentary that showcases the weird and wonderful lives that have devoted themselves to the art.
While some would typically write off whistling as an obnoxious or shrill form of music-making, Christopher Nelius’...
Date: Wednesday 2 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A heartrending, austere portrait of a physically and spiritually scarred woman returning to her postwar hometown in the 1600s, posing as a male soldier.
Horror is central in the tragic life of Rose (a transcendent Sandra Hüller), victim of a harrowing childhood and innumerable atrocities on the...
Date: Wednesday 2 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the Clocktower,...
Date: Wednesday 15 July to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the...
Date: Wednesday 5 August to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As Iceland's ancient glaciers start to vanish, one family's extensive archive becomes a portrait of a disappearing landscape through the passage of a century.
Icelandic writer and filmmaker Andri Snær Magnason and his family have been in the presence of glaciers for generations. His...
Date: Wednesday 2 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Coming off a win for Best Film at the San Sebastián Film Festival, Sundays is a coming-of-age drama with the fragility of family and faith at its forefront.
Intelligent and unassuming 17-year-old Ainara (Blanca Sora) lost her mother at a young age but keeps her close through her faith. When she...
Date: Wednesday 2 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come with us on a magical musical journey as we shine a spotlight on the stars and unforgettable songs that lit up the stages of Broadway and the silver screens of Hollywood in Stars of Stage and Screen.
This elegant and heartwarming concert features outstanding vocalists bringing to life the...
Date: Thursday 3 September
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Blending stunning wildlife footage with generational storytelling, Whispers in the Woods invites the audience to be immersed in an untouched world shrouded in mist, where nature reigns supreme.
In the forests of Vosges in Eastern France, the home of bears, deer, owls, lynxes and a cavalcade of...
Date: Thursday 3 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An intricate nesting doll structure provides Spain’s most iconic auteur Pedro Almodovar a lens with which to reflect on his own creative foibles, in frequently scathing terms, in this lacerating self-portrait.
Pedro Almodóvar’s films have always been self-reflexive, folding in layers of...
Date: Thursday 3 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The devastating last words of a five-year-old girl - and a film that refuses to let the world look away.
In The Voice of Hind Rajab, the voice in question is a small one, belonging to a young girl alone and in unconscionable peril, high and breathless with fear and confusion. But it cuts through...
Date: Thursday 3 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Willem Dafoe and Greta Lee bring heart and realness to this wistful, unromantic comedy about the fragility of creative ambition and a bygone, bohemian New York lost to a consumerist era of gentrification and influencers.
Turn-of-the-century Viennese writer Arthur Schnitzler’s sharp,...
Date: Thursday 3 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity are encouraged by the Gallery's Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical...
Date: Friday 7 August to Friday 4 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Friday 15 May 2026 to Friday 18 December
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An intimate and warm story of a life entwined with a deep-rooted sense of belonging, and the inconvenience of aging in a world that continues to move at pace.
Set in Tangier, the story centers on an aging Spanish woman who has lived in the same apartment for decades - in Calle Málaga (Malaga...
Date: Friday 4 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Indie cinema’s long-time King of Cool Jim Jarmusch finds mystery and melancholy alike in this triptych of family short stories, each grappling with the weight of shared history.
Jim Jarmusch’s quiet, unvarnished trio of short stories represents a return to the auteur’s grounded,...
Date: Friday 4 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A growing group of Napier’s independent retailers, galleries and hospitality venues are opening late to create a relaxed, early-evening atmosphere in town.
Bring the whānau into town, wander through shops, fashion and art, grab a bite, enjoy good vibes and a little life after 5.
Expect the...
Date: Friday 1 May 2026 to Friday 4 September
Where: Napier CBD Various Locations, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A pristine masterpiece from Polish Academy Award winner Paweł Pawlikowski, reflecting on history and its shadows on the present, as well as on the undying bond of family ties.
Few filmmakers in contemporary cinema have marked an ascent into artistic accomplishment as Paweł Pawlikowski. After...
Date: Friday 4 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Choose your side: Pirates or Ninjas
Then battle it out the only way we know how: on skates. Come dressed as your team (or mash them together if you’re chaotic-good) and get ready for a night packed with disco music, skating, challenges, and spot prizes.
*Standard entry fees apply.
Date: Friday 4 September
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Magpies take on Otago in an exciting Hilux NPC home game!
Grab your tickets from just $12.50 for adults and from $7.50 for kids.
Bring the family down to enjoy the Family Fun Zone with free bouncy castles, face painting, interactive activities, and plenty more!
Come and cheer on your...
Date: Friday 4 September
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Actors Jude Law and Paul Dano star as Putin and his propagandist in an epic political thriller by Olivier Assayas, that shows how brutal repression in Russia is puppet-mastered behind a veil of manufactured illusion.
This dramatisation of modern-day Russia’s return to totalitarian, fear-based...
Date: Friday 4 September
Where: Century Theatre, 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 7 November
Where: Herschell Street, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wander through Taniwha Daffodils and discover hundreds of unique daffodil varieties. Whether you’re meandering through the blooms or picking a vibrant bouquet or two to take home, it’s a perfect day out for the whole family.
Pack a picnic to enjoy under the shade of the trees or purchase some...
Date: Saturday 5 September to Sunday 20 September
Where: Taniwha Daffodils, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Now in it's second year, Ngā Whanaunga Aotearoa: New Zealand's Best presents the very best of Māori and Pasifica filmmaking alongside the best films made by everyone in Aotearoa.
Enjoy 14 films selected from 130 submissions.
NZ Classification TBC
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Celebrate spring with a free, family-friendly farmers market day out! Browse stalls with local produce, artisan crafts, and handmade treasures. Savour delicious bites from local food carts and settle in for a relaxing picnic while live music fills the air. It’s the perfect opportunity to...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Waipukurau Railway Station, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Monthly board gaming event in the Mahoe Guide Hall (near New World and Anderson Park in Greenmeadows).
We have a stock of board games but feel free to bring your own!
Event open to everybody - people new to board gaming, die hard board gamers, families, individuals - just come along and...
Date: Saturday 5 September to Saturday 5 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Departing from Waipukurau Hop aboard the Spring Fling Flyer for a delightful short-haul heritage rail experience during the festival’s launch weekend.
Operating as charming shuttle excursions from Waipukurau, these trips offer a nostalgic journey to both Ōtāne and Takapau, connecting...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Waipukurau Railway Station, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
In this three-hour-long workshop, you will learn how to make Haloumi, Mozzarella and Feta. You will be taught by Pauline Korevaar of Farmhouse Kitchen.
All equipment and ingredients to make the 3 cheeses are provided
Just bring yourself; no prior experience is required.
Light refreshments...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
40 years ago, New Zealand’s most loved cartoon strip was adapted into our first-ever animated feature and the result broke the box office and captured the hearts of a far more innocent nation.
In 1986, the late, great cartoonist Murray Ball turned his hand to directing and adapted his...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Javier Bardem gives a power-house performance as a filmmaker directing his estranged daughter in Rodrigo Sorogoyen’s making-of-a-movie drama.
Rodrigo Sorogoyen’s The Beloved is the story of a famous film director, Esteban Martínez (Javier Bardem), who returns to his native Spain to shoot a...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The competitive world of musical whistling takes centre stage in this humorous documentary that showcases the weird and wonderful lives that have devoted themselves to the art.
While some would typically write off whistling as an obnoxious or shrill form of music-making, Christopher Nelius’...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mozart's most loved comedy The Marriage of Figaro comes to Hawke's Bay in a vibrant new production from National Youth Opera Aotearoa (NYOA).
Bursting with laughs, romance, intrigue, and some of the most beautiful music ever written, The Marriage of Figaro follows Figaro and Susanna as they...
Date: Saturday 5 September to Sunday 6 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A divisive talking point at Cannes even before it took its top award, Cristian Mungiu’s story of a conservative immigrant family under institutional suspicion is a barbed interrogation of liberal Nordic attitudes.
Cristian Mungiu is one of ten directors to have won the prestigious Palme d’Or...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready, Napier — a fierce night of glamour, lip-syncs and high camp is coming to town!
Drag on Paisley - Pride Edition
The Paisley Stage
Hosted by the ICONIC Hugo Grrrl!
Step into a glittering world of sass, style and show-stopping performances as our drag performers take the...
Date: Saturday 5 September
Where: Paisley Stage, 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 14 December 2025 to Sunday 4 October
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale Sunday Market, Napier's only weekly indoor Market.
With Artisan goods, Fresh Flowers, Metal Art, Steampunk, Sewing, Knitting, Cards, Candles, Crystals, Scentsy, Shoe Charms, Plants, Art, Books, Paintings, Charms, Readings, Horoscope Art, Balms, and so much more.
Stalls may change from...
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 to Sunday 13 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Amélie loves exploring everything her world has to offer, guided by her friend, Nishio-san, but everything changes when, on her third birthday, an event changes the course of her life forever.
A nominee for Best Animated Feature at the 2026 Academy Awards, the film opens with Amélie, a young...
Date: Sunday 6 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Blending stunning wildlife footage with generational storytelling, Whispers in the Woods invites the audience to be immersed in an untouched world shrouded in mist, where nature reigns supreme.
In the forests of Vosges in Eastern France, the home of bears, deer, owls, lynxes and a cavalcade of...
Date: Sunday 6 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Inspired by 'Call My Agent,' backstage farce 'La Comédie-Française' lovingly skewers Paris' most elite theatre.
Filmed at the prestigious Comédie-Française theatre and using actual members of the troupe, the feature got its original start as an attempted series of skits during the pandemic...
Date: Sunday 6 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A queer epic spanning 85 years of Spanish history, inspired by an unfinished work by poet Federico García Lorca and brought to the screen with breathtaking ambition
The Black Ball left Cannes audiences on their feet for 16 minutes, and it's easy to understand why.
The Black Ball opens in...
Date: Sunday 6 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A tender love story set against the most desolate backdrop imaginable, Coward is an inspirational tale about choosing one's own fate, against all odds.
With just two feature films under his belt: the Cannes' Camera d'or winner Girl (NZIFF 2018) and the Academy Award-nominated Close (NZIFF 2022),...
Date: Sunday 6 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We warmly invite you to join us for a delightful morning of music, conversation, and community in the beautiful Assembly Ballroom.
Enjoy a relaxed morning tea while taking in live performances curated by local jazz musician and educator Chris Beernink.
This special series offers a chance to...
Date: Monday 7 September
Where: Toitoi - Assembly Ballroom, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ka tākaro tātou! Join one of our kēmu board games sessions at the libraries and complete a challenge or two for Karawhiua.
FREE and suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 10 September to Monday 14 September
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for a creative night out in Napier? Join us for a fun beginner-friendly adults painting class in a bar!
Our artist guides you step-by-step, so absolutely no art experience is needed. It’s the perfect excuse to switch off, get creative, and try something a little different.
Whether...
Date: Thursday 10 September
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An all-inclusive comedy night featuring stand-up, improv, and audience participation prizes! Featuring professional comics and performers from around NZ, as well as up-and-coming stars. No two shows are the same!
Doors open at 7pm, the show starts at 8pm sharp at The Cabana, New Zealand's...
Date: Thursday 10 September
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Enjoy the performances of our talented young classical musicians at Hawke's Bay Young Musician of the Year 2026!
This YMY Preliminary concert is the first step in our annual competition and is an affordable option for audiences to enjoy a daytime concert by young pianists, instrumentalists and...
Date: Saturday 12 September
Where: The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing Wonder Grow — a new seasonal market presented by Wonder Market in collaboration with Sage Journal.
Created to celebrate the beauty, craft and knowledge behind what we grow and how we gather – Wonder Grow brings together some of the some of our best growers, makers, creatives and...
Date: Saturday 12 September
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Be immersed in the history of the Gwavas Garden Homestead, its heritage garden and the ancient Puahanui Bush with fifth generation owners Phyllida and Stuart Gibson.
Begin with morning tea on the side lawn verandah before exploring the protected 132 hectare virgin bush, home to majestic totara,...
Date: Saturday 12 September to Sunday 18 October
Where: Gwavas Garden Homestead, Tikokino, 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 March 2026 to Saturday 12 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke’s Bay’s greatest winemakers.
Exceptional (and often exclusive) wines.
One incredible cause.
An unforgettable afternoon of world-class Hawke’s Bay wine, lively bidding, great food and extraordinary generosity, all in support of Cranford Hospice.
Dress Code: A little bit fancy, a...
Date: Saturday 12 September
Where: Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us on 12 September from 5:00pm to 8:30pm for a special evening with Nick Herbison and Friends featuring plenty of amazing local music!
Door open 5pm
Nick , Ben & Wilsy, Spooky Skeletons
Supporting local artists
Great atmosphere
Delicious food & drinks
A perfect Friday...
Date: Saturday 12 September
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come join us at the historic Ongaonga Hall for fun, raffles, quizzing AND supper. What more could you want from a night out?
Cash bar, no BYO. Doors open at 5:30pm, quiz starts at 6pm. $90/table of up to 6 people
Thank you for supporting our learners at Ongaonga School.
Book NOW, wouldn't want...
Date: Saturday 12 September
Where: Ongaonga Community Hall, Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, culture, and spectacular storytelling as the Hawke’s Bay Indian Cultural Centre (HBICC) celebrates the 11th anniversary with Music And Dance Event, M.A.D.E 2026 & Chandra Tara.
Chandra Tara – A Love Between Worlds is a visually rich,...
Date: Saturday 12 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Music Society are proud to host the Bay Cities' Symphonic Band for our September 26 concert. "Voyager" will be an exciting musical journey not to be missed.
Since the dawn of humanity, we have been driven by an irresistible urge to explore. We have crossed vast oceans, climbed...
Date: Sunday 13 September
Where: St Matthews Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Since the dawn of humanity, we have been driven by an irresistible urge to explore. We have crossed vast oceans, climbed towering mountains, ventured to the extremes of our earth and beyond – all in search of discovery, adventure, and possibility.
In conjunction with the Hastings Music...
Date: Sunday 13 September
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Magpies take on North Harbour in an exciting Hilux NPC home game!
Grab your tickets from just $12.50 for adults and from $7.50 for kids.
Bring the family down to enjoy the Family Fun Zone with free bouncy castles, face painting, interactive activities, and plenty more!
Come and cheer...
Date: Sunday 13 September
Where: McLean Park, 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 17 March 2026 to Tuesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the magic of winter as we bring the chill back to the Hawke's Bay with our 100% Frozen Ice Rink!
Immerse yourself on the Ice Rink that promises Real Ice, Real Fun, and Real Memories.
Whether you're a skilled skater or a first-timer, the rink welcomes all from 10 am to 10 pm. 16th...
Date: Wednesday 16 September to Sunday 11 October
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
HeartStrings – St Joseph’s School Production
Get ready for an evening of laughter, music, culture and plenty of heart!
HeartStrings is the exciting 2026 school production from St Joseph’s School, Hastings; written and directed by Mr Sean Boston. This fun-filled show brings together...
Date: Wednesday 16 September to Thursday 17 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for a creative night out in Havelock North? Join us for a fun beginner-friendly adults painting class in a bar!
Our artist guides you step-by-step, so absolutely no art experience is needed. It’s the perfect excuse to switch off, get creative, and try something a little different.
...
Date: Wednesday 16 September
Where: Giant Brewing Co., Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Wairoa Aging & Disability Expo takes place Thursday 17 September 2026.
This is a free community event with exhibits and information for our Wairoa Kaumātua and their Whānau.
Date: Thursday 17 September
Where: War Memorial Hall, Wairoa, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ka tākaro tātou! Join one of our kēmu board games sessions at the libraries and complete a challenge or two for Karawhiua.
FREE and suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Friday 18 September
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A superb concert showcasing the talent of our finest young musicians.
Leading NZ pianist and music teacher Susan Smith will select the Young Musician of the Year 2026 from the six finalists previously chosen at the YMY Preliminary competition the weekend before - tickets for Saturday 12 Sept....
Date: Friday 18 September
Where: The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The James Lowe Big Band, the Bay’s premier jazz orchestra, presents Pop! goes SWING.
An unforgettable evening of live music, where some of the most recognisable pop and rock classics are re-imagined, and meet the unmistakable sound of a 20 piece Big Band!
Expect powerful and sophisticated...
Date: Friday 18 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
If you missed out on the Fabric-a-brac sewing and fabric market in Waipawa in June, don't despair.
Get ready for some awesome bargains and beautiful vintage and modern fabric and haberdashery. Items left over from Fabric-a-brac Hawke’s Bay in June, and more items that have been donated to...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: Tavistock Hotel, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Save the Date: Hastings Blossom Festival – Saturday 19 September
Mark your calendars for the most vibrant, colourful and fun free family day out in Hastings! The Hastings Blossom Festival returns on Saturday 19 September with carnival rides, face painting, games, bouncy castles, live...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: Hastings CBD, 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Gather beneath majestic redwoods for an unforgettable long lunch celebrating the very best of Hawke’s Bay produce and fine wine.
Dynamic chef duo Conor Mertens (Elephant Hill) and Kate de Lautour, whose creative partnership was forged at the historic Wallingford Homestead, have crafted a menu...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: Blackburn Ridge, Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay
Off The Record is a new charity Q&A dinner series presented by the Wallace Foundation Rescue Helicopter Trust, bringing you unfiltered conversations with some of New Zealand's most respected names. Each year, the series turns its spotlight on a different topic, but the format stays the same: real...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: Napier Conference Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Snakes on a Train!
A Fun Night Out at the wonderful Unison Vineyard, Hastings!
Step aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, laughter, and delicious dining provided by Tom Tom Tapas.
Enjoy a sumptuous three-course dinner while becoming part of an interactive murder mystery adventure...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: The Old Mill, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
White Chapel Jak are BACK in the BAY
Get ready for a great night of music, good company and delicious wine at Crab Farm Winery as White Chapel Jak return for another unforgettable evening.
Known for their infectious energy and crowd connection, White Chapel Jak take songs you love and play...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: Crab Farm Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NZTrio add a deeper hue with the addition of viola and double bass, to perform Franz Schubert’s ebullient and beloved Trout Quintet. There is barely a cloud that passes over this unfailing lyrical and summery delight, allowing every instrument the opportunity to shine.
The programme is...
Date: Saturday 19 September
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ari’s World Series is back for 2026!
A series of one-off dinners that take us somewhere else for the night. Different cuisines, different stories, all done the Ari way: thoughtful, generous and full of flavour, shared around the table.
$89pp | 5 Courses
This year’s line up:
20 May |...
Date: Wednesday 23 September
Where: Restaurant Ari, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated proudly celebrates 30 years of leadership, growth, and commitment to our iwi, hapū, whānau, and hapori through honouring a legacy of resilience, advocacy, and mana motuhake that continues to shape the future of Ngāti Kahungunu.
Guided by our commitment to...
Date: Thursday 24 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Keen to come get tangled in the sheets?
Sandy Sheets + Not Not Keen: two local bands, one legendary venue, absolutely zero reason to stay home.
Sandy Sheets are a tasty four piece band bringing a fresh sound to the indie rock scene in the bay and beyond. Paired for the night with Not Not...
Date: Friday 25 September
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Cape Kidnappers will take you on an amazing journey and adventure through some stunning locations not normally accessible to the public.
The course is set on private land and includes trails by windswept beaches, native forest, waterfalls, river gorges and stunning coastal farmland.
If you...
Date: Saturday 26 September
Where: Cape Kidnappers, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁?
Your car? Your home? Your hot water? Your heating? Your business? Or perhaps you're not sure where to start.
Electrify Hawke’s Bay Expo is a FREE full-day event bringing Hawke’s Bay...
Date: Saturday 26 September
Where: Centennial Events Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Step back in time for a charming afternoon of history and hospitality in the iconic Ongaonga Village.
Indulge in a traditional high tea served in exquisite china at the historic Ongaonga Hall, a 1900 masterpiece built by the Coles Bros. Once you have finished, feel free to stroll through the...
Date: Saturday 26 September
Where: Ongaonga Community Hall, Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay
Snakes on a Train!
All aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, comedy and delicious food at the beautiful Meeanee Hall!
The elegant Napier Express is steaming through the night when disaster strikes... a passenger is found murdered! With a train full of suspicious characters, hidden...
Date: Saturday 26 September
Where: Meeanee Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ticket price includes a glass of bubbles and canapes
From the caterer to the pâtissier, the florist to the photographer, the celebrant to the supplier of marquees and luxury loos, all the people you need to make your special occasion effortless to plan and easy to enjoy.
Whether you’re...
Date: Sunday 27 September
Where: Unison Vineyard, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience a unique slice of Central Hawke’s Bay in the serene setting of St Mary’s Church.
The afternoon begins with an insightful talk about the history and symbolism behind the church’s exquisite stained-glass windows.
Following this journey through light and story, immerse yourself...
Date: Sunday 27 September
Where: St Mary's Church, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
The Magpies take on the Taranaki Bulls in the first Hilux NPC home game of the season.
This game will be a celebration of community rugby with kids wearing their club rugby kit being provided free entry. Adults tickets start from just $12.50 and kids $7.50 if not wearing rugby club merchandise....
Date: Sunday 27 September
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to current exhibitions!
Free Kids Drop-In Art Days are for whānau of all ages and run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week, drop in and out any...
Date: Tuesday 7 July to Thursday 8 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing SONIC BOOM! A high-energy live concert experience delivering the ultimate family night out! SONIC BOOM brings the excitement of a real music concert to young audiences, packed with epic singalongs, huge dance moments, and nonstop fun.
Featuring some of New Zealand’s most...
Date: Tuesday 29 September
Where: Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
ABRACADABRA
A Fantastic Family Magic Show
Get ready for a whirlwind of wonder with Abracadabra — a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud family magic show bursting with energy, surprises and impossible moments! Starring the electrifying Anthony Street, this 60-minute magical adventure brings big...
Date: Wednesday 30 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to current exhibitions!
Free Kids Drop-In Art Days are for whānau of all ages and run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week, drop in and out any...
Date: Tuesday 7 July to Thursday 8 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the magic of winter as we bring the chill back to the Hawke's Bay with our 100% Frozen Ice Rink!
Immerse yourself on the Ice Rink that promises Real Ice, Real Fun, and Real Memories.
Whether you're a skilled skater or a first-timer, the rink welcomes all from 10 am to 10 pm. 16th...
Date: Wednesday 16 September to Sunday 11 October
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The 2026 Hawke's Bay Wine Awards return to celebrate the very best of Hawke's Bay wine and food.
The Hawke's Bay Wine Awards is New Zealand's longest running regional wine competition, proudly owned and managed by the Hawke's Bay A&P Society. Each year, the Awards honour world class winemaking...
Date: Thursday 1 October
Where: Napier Conference Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity are encouraged by the Gallery's Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical...
Date: Friday 7 August to Friday 4 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This October, Aotearoa’s hard rock juggernauts Devilskin will return to the road to continue their run of massive shows across the country, performing the entirety of their chart-topping 2016 album Be Like The River in celebration of its 10-year anniversary.
The tour will...
Date: Friday 2 October
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 7 November
Where: Herschell Street, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Be immersed in the history of the Gwavas Garden Homestead, its heritage garden and the ancient Puahanui Bush with fifth generation owners Phyllida and Stuart Gibson.
Begin with morning tea on the side lawn verandah before exploring the protected 132 hectare virgin bush, home to majestic totara,...
Date: Saturday 12 September to Sunday 18 October
Where: Gwavas Garden Homestead, Tikokino, Central Hawke's Bay
Monthly board gaming event in the Mahoe Guide Hall (near New World and Anderson Park in Greenmeadows).
We have a stock of board games but feel free to bring your own!
Event open to everybody - people new to board gaming, die hard board gamers, families, individuals - just come along and...
Date: Saturday 5 September to Saturday 5 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Step back in time at the historic Woburn Homestead for a traditional high tea set amongst hundreds of blooming roses. Soak in the charm of yesteryear while indulging in a curated selection of sweet and savoury delights.
For those seeking extra sparkle, the outdoor garden bar offers premium...
Date: Saturday 3 October to Saturday 17 October
Where: Woburn Homestead, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
The Cabana presents "DAY RAVE'.
Doors 4pm finishing at 9pm... bed by 10pm.
Music from the 80s and 90s.
THIS IS A PLUS 30 gig only.
Tickets $15 online and $20 at the door if available
Date: Saturday 3 October
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Set within the historic Waipukurau Railway Station, hosts Matt and Jay return for an elevated evening of flavour and fun.
Following last year’s sold-out success, this cocktail soirée celebrates premium local produce through an Asian fusion menu.
Guests will be greeted with a bespoke...
Date: Saturday 3 October
Where: Espresso Loco, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
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 14 December 2025 to Sunday 4 October
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale Sunday Market, Napier's only weekly indoor Market.
With Artisan goods, Fresh Flowers, Metal Art, Steampunk, Sewing, Knitting, Cards, Candles, Crystals, Scentsy, Shoe Charms, Plants, Art, Books, Paintings, Charms, Readings, Horoscope Art, Balms, and so much more.
Stalls may change from...
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 to Sunday 13 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, 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 7 July to Tuesday 17 November
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you love to bake?
The Hastings Baking Club meets to share recipes, baking tips, and of course food! We have a new theme every month, and bring along something we’ve made to share. Baking Club members also get first access to new baking and food books.
It’s a great way to meet new people,...
Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 to Tuesday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night from 7 pm until 9 pm listen to great music and enjoy dancing to those great old rock n roll songs learn new moves and if you are just starting we have some very good experienced dancers who will help you, we have a monthly social night...
Date: Tuesday 18 August to Tuesday 3 November
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You’re invited to a high-energy, feel-good 60s dance party: Let’s Twist Again! that’s all about fun, freedom, and the fabulous music that defined a generation! Step back into the swingin' sixties — a time of bold fashion, big hair, and even bigger dance moves — and get ready to twist!
...
Date: Wednesday 7 October
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the Clocktower,...
Date: Wednesday 15 July to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the...
Date: Wednesday 5 August to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You’re invited to a high-energy, feel-good 60s dance party: Let’s Twist Again! that’s all about fun, freedom, and the fabulous music that defined a generation! Step back into the swingin' sixties — a time of bold fashion, big hair, and even bigger dance moves — and get ready to twist!
...
Date: Thursday 8 October
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
At the heart of Project Prima Volta is a belief that young artists learn best by doing. L'Orfeo offers PPV members the rare opportunity to co-create one of the most influential works in operatic history, immersed in the artistic process alongside experienced professionals.
Monteverdi's...
Date: Thursday 8 October
Where: The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
WINNER 2025 Billy T Award.
Hoani Hotene (Ngāti Hauā) is bringing his Billy T Award winning show to town for the 2026 Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival.
The world's heating up, going wild, and Hoani Hotene is trying to get through it all with what...? Jokes? Yep.
Asking big questions...
Date: Thursday 8 October
Where: Toitoi - Assembly Ballroom, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Calling all creative families!
Be part of the Hawke's Bay Arts Festival at ArtsFest Heretaunga, a FREE afternoon of creativity, music and hands-on fun in the heart of Hastings.
Explore artist workshops, crafts, interactive activities, live performances, street art, delicious kai and plenty...
Date: Friday 9 October
Where: Hastings City Centre Square, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Indonesian themed menu, a Dutch Rijsttafel;
Pangsit Goreng, fried wonton
Sambal Eggs
Gado Gado and Satay Sauce
Beef/Chicken/Tofu Rendang
Babi Kecap
Sambal Beans
Atar Tjampour
Seroendeng
Pisang Goreng
Steamed Pandan Cake
Dinner and Recipe booklet included
Date: Friday 9 October
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Elisabeth Easther is an actor, journalist and award-winning playwright who has adapted her play, Seed into a novel. Described as “ripe with humour and heart”, it follows four women’s experiences around fertility, life choices and parenthood. She joins top radio journalist, broadcaster and...
Date: Friday 9 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Big laughs, live action, great food, and a buzzing crowd.
High-energy comedy night set in the iconic shearing shed at the Central Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds. Featuring renowned performers Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar of The Bitches’ Box, expect bold characters, quick wit, and plenty of...
Date: Friday 9 October to Saturday 10 October
Where: Central Hawke's Bay A&P Showgrounds, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Meet Thomas Coyle, a leading forensic scientist with a background investigating murder for Scotland Yard and identifying bodies after global disasters like the Boxing Day tsunami and the Christchurch earthquake. He’ll be “interrogated” by ex-coppers and authors of the best-selling Bookshop...
Date: Friday 9 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Attention: Multiple new occurrences are now confirmed and verified. Healthy citizens must report to their safehouses by sunset and shelter in place.
Three ill-equipped wardens keep watch over a makeshift community who must learn to work together. But as the threat outside takes shape, the...
Date: Friday 9 October to Saturday 10 October
Where: The Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“Shall Rome stand under one man’s awe?”
Oceans rise, empires fall, and the history of Julius Caesar, his assassination, and the fall of the Roman Republic seems more poignant now than ever.
Painted on a canvas of absolute power, unquestioning loyalty, and escalating violence,...
Date: Friday 9 October to Saturday 10 October
Where: Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It's about time Hawkes Bay revived a great market for secondhand kids stuff! There are so many cost-effective treasures out there, and shopping secondhand helps to reduce landfill, giving another life to preloved kids clothing, toys and equipment.
Reloved Kids Market is modelled off (with...
Date: Saturday 11 July to Saturday 10 October
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Affectionately known as “Duck Day,” the Waipawa Spring Festival has been a cherished Central Hawke’s Bay tradition since 1995.
Held at Nelly Jull Park, this vibrant event offers a full day of family-friendly fun, featuring eclectic market stalls, delicious food trucks, live music, and...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
The eruption of Whakaari White Island in December 2019 was one of Aotearoa’s most devastating disasters, shocking New Zealanders and the world alike. Kelsey Waghorn, a young guide caught up in it all, has written an inspiring memoir, Surviving White Island: and everything that came after. She...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Would you like to be more confident speaking in front of groups? Do you have a poem you want to perform? Or would you generally like to have more confidence and control over your voice and presence in a room? Using their theatre and MC experience, Jo Randerson will lead you through performance...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Woodford House School, Havelock North, 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 March 2026 to Saturday 12 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Food lovers and anyone who loves a good cookbook won’t want to miss meeting food-writing icons Allyson Gofton and Vanya Insull (VJ Cooks), each showcasing a new book.
Allyson discusses Give: seasonal recipes for gifting, and which raises $30 for each book sold to cure breast cancer. It’s...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come to Farmhouse Kitchen and join Pauline for an afternoon of fermenting.
An all fermenting workshop. We will ferment vegetables, cultured milk and sourdough
Saturday afternoon 1pm – 5 pm
make Farmhouse Kitchen Kraut or a more spicy one like Kimchi
Shape and bake sourdough fruit...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Would you open your door to a stranger?
When a five year old girl befriends a lonely migrant worker her family unravels; opening them up to face uncomfortable truths about themselves… and the world beyond their front gate.
1800s Calcutta becomes 21C Auckland in Indian Ink’s stage...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
There are more than 2000 species of native New Zealand flowers, most of which are found nowhere else in the world. Rachel Clare, gardening writer and flower expert, and Tryphena Cracknell, a passionate gardener, crafter and foodie, have put their expertise together in Aotearoa in Bloom. Subtitled...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
One of this country’s most distinguished and beloved authors, Witi Ihimaera Smiler returns to Festival, chatting to Lauren Keenan about his new memoir, The Swimmer. The book describes Witi’s decision at eighty to return to fulltime study, immersing himself in his own language, te reo Māori....
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It’s a genre that has garnered a huge new following, so find out what makes romantasy so popular. We’ll meet three New Zealand authors making romantasy their own. Ivy Cliffwater is the author of The Shadow Weaver, which combines romance, forbidden powers, and epic battles. Isabelle Taylor...
Date: Saturday 10 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Award-winning journalist Sally Wenley is author of The Crash, which describes the effects of a Hawke’s Bay bus accident in 1987, which killed five people from Sally’s school and altered the course of her life. As well as confronting her own grief and trauma, she interviews other survivors about...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A cross-media artist, singer-songwriter, and lecturer in art at Massey University, Bryce Galloway is also the author of Zines NZ: Punk to Present.
A long-time zinester, Bryce began making zines in order to bring attention to his music. Join Bryce in this free zinemaking workshop to learn how to...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Breathe deeply and celebrate seasonal renewal at Woodland Hills, a stunning 18-hectare park of beautiful oaks liquidambars, and other trees.
This event invites you to practice Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese art of "forest bathing." Unlike a typical hike, this is a slow, mindful immersion designed...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Woodland Hills, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
The Rebel Alliance
The Valentina
A live radio play. With pictures! A gorgeous interstellar adventure for anyone who’s looked to the stars and imagined the cosmos.
With the help of her awesome parents, 8-year-old Ellen, paints a spaceship she has drawn at school on her bedroom ceiling. As...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Celebrate a quintessential spring afternoon at Wallingford, starting with a glass of Vilaura Blanc de Blanc and a touch of garden mischief.
Embark on a leisurely treasure hunt through the grounds to discover curated prizes, including a Wallingford Luxe Stay, Table 8 vouchers, and Chateau Garage...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Wallingford Homestead, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
We’re delving into the past with three authors bringing history to life. Tracy Farr’s novel Wonderland imagines a 1912 family of girls whose father owns a Miramar amusement park when Marie Curie visits. Lauren Keenan’s second novel is The Other Catherine, a story about friendship, survival...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Not Forever, Just For Now' is a durational performance that invites audiences to slow down and expand their perception of time in our fast-paced digital world.
Through a meditative cycle of collapsing, stretching and rebuilding the present moment, dancer and musician move together through an...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Hastings Arts Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The best art stirs up ideas that get you thinking. This can certainly be said of the fiction of Tīhema Baker (Turncoat), whose new novel One Day a Taniwha describes a sleep-deprived new father’s disturbing dreams, a presence that begins to invade his waking life. He chats about the novel with Jo...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We know her as an award-winning poet, but Marty Smith has also had a life-long interest in horses – as a rider, owner and breeder. Her book, It Gets in Your Blood explores the world of horse racing.
She joins a panel with Abby Letteri, whose memoir Perfectly Themselves: Horses in the Human World...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Indigenous curator Nigel Borell’s groundbreaking Māori art exhibition becomes both a cultural triumph and a battleground for power, captured with extraordinary behind the scenes access in Chelsea Winstanley’s directorial debut feature, TOITŪ: Visual Sovereignty.
TOITŪ: Visual Sovereignty,...
Date: Sunday 11 October
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DOORS - 7pm
With special guests Aaradhna, Betty-Anne and King Kapisi
This October, Che Fu brings his landmark album Navigator back to life in full, marking 25 years since its release with a special nationwide theatre tour.
Backed by his longstanding band The Kratez, Che Fu performs...
Date: Wednesday 14 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
THE BIG COMMUNITY QUIZ - Support local older people & people living with disabilities.
Join us for an amazing evening while supporting local older people and people living with disabilities.
Gather your friends, family, workmates, or clients for a fantastic night of quizzes, prizes, and...
Date: Thursday 15 October
Where: Elwood Function Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It’s a war of words with only one winner. A selection of the bravest and best regional spoken word poets bare their souls, competing to win the hearts and minds of randomly selected, completely unqualified judges. Each competitor braves the stage, sharing their own original work. This is not the...
Date: Thursday 15 October
Where: Arts Inc. Hawke's Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: The Music Group
Napier, get ready to party with BJÖRN AGAIN!
The only ABBA-endorsed tribute show hits the stage for one spectacular night that is bound to be a Super Trouper celebration of ABBA’s timeless discography.
This internationally acclaimed show brings the glitter,...
Date: Thursday 15 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“Endlessly inventive, ridiculously energetic, child-friendly yet racier than an MP’s browsing history… Machine de Cirque has it all.”*
Completely alone in the world, a group of men set out to contact other survivors using a strange machine.
The problem? They’re far too easily...
Date: Friday 16 October to Saturday 17 October
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From Off-Broadway to a sell-out Edinburgh Fringe, award-winning artist Duane Forrest takes audiences on an uplifting, deeply human journey through the music and legacy of global phenomenon Bob Marley.
Part concert, part storytelling, this acclaimed solo show celebrates Marley's enduring legacy...
Date: Friday 16 October to Saturday 17 October
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Celebrate the great outdoors at the Omakere Coastal Walk and Trail Run, perfect for competitive runners and leisurely walkers alike!
Choose your challenge with our 6km coastal walk suitable for families and casual wanderers, our 12km inland loop with panoramic coastal views, rolling hills and...
Date: Saturday 17 October
Where: Waipari Station, 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As darkness falls, 'The Night Has A Thousand Eyes' invites audiences into a world of beauty, mystery and quiet wonder.
Created by acclaimed choreographers Lucy Marinkovich and Michael Parmenter, this breathtaking contemporary dance work blends movement, live piano, music and exquisite visual...
Date: Saturday 17 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Head straight from the pitch to the Party!
Beyond the Boundary Fundraiser Ball, hosted by the Clifton County Cricket Club brings together players, supporters, and friends of the club for an epic night out. Good people, great vibes, a high-energy set from top New Zealand DJ duo Sweet Mix Kids and...
Date: Saturday 17 October
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Snakes on a Train!
All aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, comedy and delicious food at the beautiful Twyford Hall!
The elegant Napier Express is steaming through the night when disaster strikes... a passenger is found murdered! With a train full of suspicious characters, hidden...
Date: Saturday 17 October
Where: Twyford School, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the charm of Ōtāne, where heritage meets community spirit, proudly hosted by the Ōtāne Village Artisan Market.
Start your day browsing beautifully handcrafted artisan pieces, grab something delicious to eat, and relax with live music as you soak up the atmosphere.
With a range of...
Date: Sunday 18 October
Where: Otane Town Hall, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
Great things happen when women tri!
The Harcourts HB Women's Triathlon is created by and proudly supports the Heretaunga Women's Centre. This event is about celebrating goals, challenges, and the incredible support you find along the way. Whether you've never considered a triathlon before or...
Date: Sunday 18 October
Where: Mitre 10 Sports Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Following her sensational sold-out 2024 Australian tour, Grammy Award-winning artist Macy Gray returns to New Zealand for the first time in more than 10 years, bringing her unmistakable voice, soul sound and era-defining hits to Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival.
With more than 25 million records...
Date: Sunday 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 17 March 2026 to Tuesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Critically acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer Louis Baker returns with a nationwide headline tour celebrating his forthcoming second studio album, Trouble, released on 9 October. To celebrate the release of Trouble, Baker will embark on a 9-date nationwide tour across Aotearoa...
Date: Thursday 22 October
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'I Don't Know Much About Art But I Know What I Lick' is a show about fine art for messy people.
This new children’s work by Trick of the Light Theatre sets out to make the world of visual arts more inclusive and engaging for young tamariki and their adults.
Guided by attendants, explore a...
Date: Friday 23 October
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
After more than a decade of building dancefloors around the world, Flamingo Pier return home this spring to celebrate the release of their new album, WOVEN TOGETHER, with a six-date New Zealand tour.
Don't miss the chance to experience WOVEN TOGETHER live, as Flamingo Pier bring their full live...
Date: Friday 23 October
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Held over Labour Weekend, this "Last One Standing" ultramarathon is a test of endurance.
Participants tackle a 6.7km loop through a mix of limestone and river trails, starting on the hour, every hour. The challenge continues until only one runner remains to be crowned the winner. The flat,...
Date: Saturday 24 October
Where: Central Hawke's Bay A&P Showgrounds, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Celebrate the long weekend with an unforgettable feast in the forest.
Rub shoulders with old friends and new and dine en familia style (shared plates) beneath majestic trees planted in the mid-1800s.
Savour the best of Central Hawke’s Bay with a long lunch featuring seasonal, locally sourced,...
Date: Saturday 24 October
Where: Woburn Homestead, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
HAWKE’S BAY DIWALI 2026
A Celebration of Light, Culture & Community
Join us for a vibrant evening celebrating Diwali — the Festival of Lights.
Enjoy live music and cultural performances, delicious Indian and multicultural food, unique crafts and community stalls, and a spectacular fireworks...
Date: Sunday 25 October
Where: Mitre 10 Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Faulty Towers The Dining Experience.
Direct from London’s Theatreland via the legendary Sydney Opera House, Interactive Theatre International are proud to bring Faulty Towers The Dining Experience to The Old Church, Napier, on Wednesday 28th October and Thursday 29th...
Date: Wednesday 28 October to Thursday 29 October
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In the spring of 2023, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam opened its doors to the largest Vermeer exhibition in history. The show sold out within days of going on sale. This award-winning film offers you the chance to experience the exhibition of the century on the big screen…
With loans from across...
Date: Thursday 29 October
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haumoana Home and School are excited to bring you our first Car Boot Sale fundraiser. Come and support our school! Browse through pre loved treasures from homewares to clothes and find a bargain. Enjoy a coffee, music, tasty food, plus our kids entertainment zone with heaps of fun and games. The...
Date: Saturday 31 October
Where: Haumoana School, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A springtime outdoor walking experience at Ranui Farm Park.
Embark on a scenic 9-kilometre guided walk through the picturesque landscapes of a sprawling 1000-acre rolling sheep and beef farm, offering breathtaking vistas of Central Hawke’s Bay and beyond. Midway through, refresh yourself with...
Date: Saturday 31 October
Where: Ranui Farm Park, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Join in and celebrate a remarkable milestone: 150 years of Takapau.
The festivities kick off with a street parade through town, leading everyone down to the Memorial Grounds for a free, fun-filled community afternoon.
Immerse yourself in our local history with vintage machinery and cart...
Date: Saturday 31 October
Where: Takapau Memorial Sportsgrounds, Takapau, Central Hawke's Bay
Experience the magic of rural Central Hawke’s Bay at Peonies at Twilight, an enchanting evening celebrating the fleeting beauty of Tikokino Peonies.
As these vibrant blooms peak for just one month a year, join us for a relaxed Saturday of live acoustic music, local wines, and nature at its...
Date: Saturday 31 October
Where: Tikokino Peonies, Tikokino, Central Hawke's Bay
Snakes on a Train!
All aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, comedy and delicious food at the beautiful King George's Hall Bayview! And with it being Halloween, it's just that extra bit spooky!
The elegant Napier Express is steaming through the night when disaster strikes... a...
Date: Saturday 31 October
Where: King George Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale Sunday Market, Napier's only weekly indoor Market.
With Artisan goods, Fresh Flowers, Metal Art, Steampunk, Sewing, Knitting, Cards, Candles, Crystals, Scentsy, Shoe Charms, Plants, Art, Books, Paintings, Charms, Readings, Horoscope Art, Balms, and so much more.
Stalls may change from...
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 to Sunday 13 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Gear up for an adrenaline-fuelled Sunday adventure!
Soar across our 100-metre flying fox, zip down the 80-metre waterslide, or test your precision with archery, axe throwing, and golf. Thrill-seekers can hit the BMX jump park, while little ones enjoy the dedicated playground.
With...
Date: Sunday 1 November
Where: Ranui Farm Park, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
In the spring of 2023, the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam opened its doors to the largest Vermeer exhibition in history. The show sold out within days of going on sale. This award-winning film offers you the chance to experience the exhibition of the century on the big screen…
With loans from across...
Date: Sunday 1 November
Where: MTG Century Theatre, 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 7 July to Tuesday 17 November
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you love to bake?
The Hastings Baking Club meets to share recipes, baking tips, and of course food! We have a new theme every month, and bring along something we’ve made to share. Baking Club members also get first access to new baking and food books.
It’s a great way to meet new people,...
Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 to Tuesday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night from 7 pm until 9 pm listen to great music and enjoy dancing to those great old rock n roll songs learn new moves and if you are just starting we have some very good experienced dancers who will help you, we have a monthly social night...
Date: Tuesday 18 August to Tuesday 3 November
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the Clocktower,...
Date: Wednesday 15 July to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the...
Date: Wednesday 5 August to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity are encouraged by the Gallery's Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical...
Date: Friday 7 August to Friday 4 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Friday 15 May 2026 to Friday 18 December
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The sound of a generation, and the music that has influenced every generation since – that’s The Beatles. And now you can relive the heyday of The Beatles with Beatlemania On Tour!
Hear the greatest Pop and Rock songs ever written, performed live with exquisite attention to detail and in...
Date: Friday 6 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 7 November
Where: Herschell Street, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Check out NZ’s largest sustainable fashion market!
My Walk in Wardrobe brings you preloved, upcycled, vintage, handmade and locally made clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories for all genders and sizes. Whether you’re a budget-savvy shopper, a thrifting obsessive, chasing vintage gems,...
Date: Saturday 22 August to Saturday 7 November
Where: Hastings Sports Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Monthly board gaming event in the Mahoe Guide Hall (near New World and Anderson Park in Greenmeadows).
We have a stock of board games but feel free to bring your own!
Event open to everybody - people new to board gaming, die hard board gamers, families, individuals - just come along and...
Date: Saturday 5 September to Saturday 5 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide 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 March 2026 to Saturday 12 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Snakes on a Train!
All aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, comedy and delicious food at the beautiful Maraekakaho Hall!
The elegant Napier Express is steaming through the night when disaster strikes... a passenger is found murdered! With a train full of suspicious characters,...
Date: Saturday 14 November
Where: Maraekakaho Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW - TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music
Hawke's Bay’s ‘Taylor’ era is finally here with THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW - TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music coming to Toitoi on 15th November 2026 to recreate all the greatest moments...
Date: Sunday 15 November
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is a celebration of one of the most enduring songbooks in popular music history - an era when songs were written with heart, soul and honesty, and melodies stayed with you for a lifetime.
This outstanding live production recreates that feeling...
Date: Monday 16 November
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, 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 17 March 2026 to Tuesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Previously known as the 'Bay Skate Skateboard Competition' - The Bay Skate Shakedown is returning to Hawkes Bay this November!
For the last three years, we’ve combined our infamous bowl competition with our street competition to form an epic two day skateboarding event you won’t want to...
Date: Saturday 21 November to Sunday 22 November
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This amazing 2 day Wellbeing Expo is held at the Waipukurau War Memorial Hall. This event is a FREE entry, and we look forward to see you all there. This event will have amazing stalls including Tarot reading, Massage, healer, craft, Crystals, jewellery, Natural healers and much more.
Please...
Date: Saturday 21 November to Sunday 22 November
Where: Waipukurau Memorial Hall, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
HARVEST Hawke's Bay 2026 will once again celebrate Hawke's Bay, NZ's Food & Wine Country. Taking place from 11am to 5pm on Saturday 21st November 2026 in a spectacular, secluded setting in the Tuki Tuki Valley visitors will get to enjoy...
Eighteen wineries, and one award wining craft brewery,...
Date: Saturday 21 November
Where: Tuki Tuki Valley, 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Snakes on a Train!
All aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, comedy and delicious food at the beautiful Clive Hall!
The elegant Napier Express is steaming through the night when disaster strikes... a passenger is found murdered! With a train full of suspicious characters, hidden...
Date: Saturday 21 November
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready to step into a world of holiday cheer as Santa and his jolly little helpers bring the magic of Christmas to life in a spectacular show: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, filled with famous carols, festive favourites and plenty of fun and frivolity!
Featuring a lineup of favourite...
Date: Wednesday 25 November
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready to step into a world of holiday cheer as Santa and his jolly little helpers bring the magic of Christmas to life in a spectacular show: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, filled with famous carols, festive favourites and plenty of fun and frivolity!
Featuring a lineup of favourite...
Date: Thursday 26 November
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this three-hour-long workshop, you will learn how to make Haloumi, Mozzarella and Feta. You will be taught by Pauline Korevaar of Farmhouse Kitchen.
All equipment and ingredients to make the 3 cheeses are provided
Just bring yourself; no prior experience is required.
Light refreshments...
Date: Saturday 28 November
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Snakes on a Train!
All aboard for an unforgettable evening of mystery, comedy and delicious food at the beautiful Te Awanga Hall!
The elegant Napier Express is steaming through the night when disaster strikes... a passenger is found murdered! With a train full of suspicious characters, hidden...
Date: Saturday 28 November
Where: Te Awanga Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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Aussie comedy legend and icon Heath Franklin's Chopper is celebrating his 20th anniversary of making us laugh.
Catch two decades of Chopper's funniest bits and hardest hits, from The Ronnie Johns Half Hour to today, including Harden the F*** Up, The Weather sketch, Shopping...
Date: Sunday 29 November
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you love to bake?
The Hastings Baking Club meets to share recipes, baking tips, and of course food! We have a new theme every month, and bring along something we’ve made to share. Baking Club members also get first access to new baking and food books.
It’s a great way to meet new people,...
Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026 to Tuesday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the Clocktower,...
Date: Wednesday 15 July to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever lose yourself in a murder mystery? Do you relish the thrill of uncovering deception and unravelling lies? Maybe you are the master of misdirection… or simply “just an NPC.” Whatever role you play, this is the society where you belong.
We play games like Blood on the...
Date: Wednesday 5 August to Wednesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity are encouraged by the Gallery's Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical...
Date: Friday 7 August to Friday 4 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Friday 15 May 2026 to Friday 18 December
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the magic of the Wonder Christmas Market—a festive blend of local craftsmanship with over 100 creative stalls, food trucks and live music.
Join us for a joyful community celebration, a Christmas event you won't want to miss!
Date: Saturday 5 December
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Monthly board gaming event in the Mahoe Guide Hall (near New World and Anderson Park in Greenmeadows).
We have a stock of board games but feel free to bring your own!
Event open to everybody - people new to board gaming, die hard board gamers, families, individuals - just come along and...
Date: Saturday 5 September to Saturday 5 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Zealand’s most celebrated boutique gin festival has landed in Hawke's Bay!
Set in the grounds of the beautiful Shed 530 Estate, the rolling hills provide the perfect backdrop for this Gin-on-the-Lawn experience.
On offer is a fantastic line-up of 18+ distillers showcasing a fabulous...
Date: Saturday 5 December
Where: Shed 530 Estate, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fresh-baked, slow-fermented sourdough bread.
Create Christmas baked goodies made with sourdough.
Farmhouse Kitchen Christmas Crackers
Christmas Stollen
Sourdough Christmas Biscuits
Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipes, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!
Related...
Date: Saturday 5 December
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale Sunday Market, Napier's only weekly indoor Market.
With Artisan goods, Fresh Flowers, Metal Art, Steampunk, Sewing, Knitting, Cards, Candles, Crystals, Scentsy, Shoe Charms, Plants, Art, Books, Paintings, Charms, Readings, Horoscope Art, Balms, and so much more.
Stalls may change from...
Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 to Sunday 13 December
Where: The Mahoe Guide 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 March 2026 to Saturday 12 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 17 March 2026 to Tuesday 15 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 21 February 2026 to Saturday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
To celebrate the summer, we return to a much-loved Royal New Zealand Ballet production from 2011: Greg Horsman’s fairytale version of The Sleeping Beauty.
The age-old story of the princess who pricks her finger and falls into an enchanted sleep, only to be wakened by true love, is brought to...
Date: Saturday 19 December to Sunday 20 December
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for New Zealand’s largest heritage festival in the Art Deco capital. Over four days, Napier fills with vintage fashion, classic cars, live music, street entertainment and standout events across the city, all set against one of the world’s most complete Art Deco backdrops. Dress up, head...
Date: Thursday 18 February 2027 to Sunday 21 February 2027
Where: The Art Deco Trust, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Following their highly successful Saturday Night Fever Tour in 2025, the Best of the Bee Gees returns to the Municipal Theatre Napier on Thursday 25th February, to honour the Bee Gees compilation album, “Greatest”.
Very special guests are Nick Endacott-Gibb (Maurice Gibb’s son direct...
Date: Thursday 25 February 2027
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The NZ House & Garden Tours are Aotearoa’s largest charity house tours and have been an inspiration to enthusiasts for well over a decade. Tours provide home and garden enthusiasts with new ideas and experiences, all while supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation and donating more than $100,000...
Date: Friday 12 March 2027 to Saturday 13 March 2027
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
ROLL UP, ROLL UP – THE EXTRAVAGANZA FAIR IS BACK!
Celebrating 12 epic years of magical mayhem on the road!
New Zealand’s biggest and most fabulous travelling fair is rolling back into town – and you’re invited!
We’re bringing grassroots charm, vintage flair, and old-school fun to...
Date: Friday 26 March 2027 to Monday 29 March 2027
Where: Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
After causing laughter lines on the faces of more than 90,000 New Zealanders, acting legend Mark Hadlow ONZM (King Kong, The Hobbit, SNAG) and acclaimed writer and director Gregory Cooper (MAMIL, That Bloody Woman) are getting back in the saddle for one final ride.
WOBIL – Wise Old Bugger In...
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2027
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Back by popular demand! Following a juggernaut New Zealand season, the international comedy phenomenon MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL returns in 2027, bringing the laughter, music and mayhem to even more towns and cities across the country.
Set in a department store, four women meet by chance while...
Date: Wednesday 21 April 2027
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the monthly Havelock North Handmade Market in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza 15 Te Mata Road Havelock North between 9am and 1pm.
A great selection of stalls with fantastic products!
You never quite know what you'll find :)
Date: Saturday 4 July to Saturday 1 May 2027
Where: Gibson Courtyard, Havelock North, 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 26 June 2027
Where: The beach, Te Matau-a-Māui Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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