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September 2023

Steam 23  Builders Anonymous

Steam 23 Builders Anonymous

We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination! Suitable for ages 5+ Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Saturday 30 September
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Collaborative Colouring

Steam23 Collaborative Colouring

Come along and add your creative flair to our collaborative colouring mural. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Steam23 Make-a-robot

Steam23 Make-a-robot

Channel your inner Frankenstein and create the coolest robot around. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Sunday 1 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Search the stacks and find the hidden words. Maybe you will learn a new word or two? Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Sunday 8 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Search the stacks and find the hidden words. Maybe you will learn a new word or two? Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Saturday 7 October
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Search the stacks and find the hidden words. Maybe you will learn a new word or two? Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Saturday 7 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Library Bingo

Steam23 Library Bingo

Join in at the Library Bingo Hall for a few rounds of your new favourite game. Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Rhythm and Rhymes

Rhythm and Rhymes

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 26 September to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Rhythm and Rhymes


Free
NZ Chinese Language Week Trilingual Children's Storytime!

NZ Chinese Language Week Trilingual Children's Storytime!

Ever read a story in two languages?! How about three? We’re going to attempt it! Come and celebrate Chinese Language Week with trilingual story “Weka’s Waiata” and lantern making. Brought to you in partnership with Welcoming Communities, bringing councils and communities together to...

Date: Tuesday 26 September
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Steam23 Diy Playdough

Steam23 Diy Playdough

Concoct different types of playdough to take home with you, along with a stash of recipes so you can whip up a batch at home any time. Registration required. please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. Suitable for ages 5+ Children must be accompanied by a caregiver....

Date: Tuesday 26 September
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Tinker Time

Steam23 Tinker Time

See if you can you make the Makey Makeys make, wrangle our Spheros and Ozobots, or make sense of the BrainBox instructions? At this drop in session you can tinker around with all our tech to your hearts content. Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take...

Date: Wednesday 27 September
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Henna Designs

Henna Designs

For ages 8+ Celebrate an afternoon with our special guest, learning about the beauty of henna and its special significance. Please note: due to the cultural customs of this event, it is for girls only. Limited spaces, online registration essential. Napier Library Wednesday 27 September...

Date: Wednesday 27 September
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
STEAM23 Are You Sus? Among Us IRL Tween Event

STEAM23 Are You Sus? Among Us IRL Tween Event

See who prevails - crewmates or imposters. Can you complete the many tasks all while avoiding the imposter ...or maybe you ARE the imposter? Only the least sus will survive. Suitable for ages 10-12. Registration required. please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. ...

Date: Wednesday 27 September
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Parawhenuamea: The Untamed Rivers of Hawke's Bay

Parawhenuamea: The Untamed Rivers of Hawke's Bay

Historian Michael Fowler will be repeating his talk "Parawhenuamea: The Untamed Rivers of Hawke's Bay", but with new material on the Twyford, Pakowhai Road area and Havelock North flooding. The illustrated talk will cover pre-European settlement, and some of the major floods of the Heretaunga...

Date: Wednesday 27 September
Where:
Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Hastings After Dark: Route 66

Hastings After Dark: Route 66

Ultra Violet lights and neon nights. Prepare to experience Paintvine like you’ve never experienced it before - in the dark! Paintvine After Dark is New Zealand’s first glow in the dark paint party! Grab a drink in one hand, a brush in the other and get your creative juices flowing and...

Date: Wednesday 27 September
Where:
Level 1 Nightclub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Steam23 Rollercoaster Runs Tween Event

Steam23 Rollercoaster Runs Tween Event

More than a marble run - we have struts, track, curves, loops - all made out of paper. Can you make the best 'coaster? Suitable for ages 10-12. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...

Date: Thursday 28 September
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Egg Drop Returns

Steam23 Egg Drop Returns

'Drop' in, stretch your mind and show us what you've got - how can you protect your egg, over multiple rounds, so that it survives the fall from the top floor of the library? Suitable for ages 7+. Registration required. please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. ...

Date: Friday 29 September
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Napier Urban Farmers' Market

Napier Urban Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Saturday 30 September to Saturday 27 January
Where:
Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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R18
Bottomless Brunch

Bottomless Brunch

Enjoy a delicious brunch featuring quiche, croissants and sweet treats, paired with  pours of our award-winning Rosé. Sober drivers and non-drinkers are also welcome and they will receive bottomless soft drinks. This is the perfect way to celebrate the start of spring! Gather your friends...

Date: Saturday 30 September
Where:
Sileni Estates Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Oruawharo Food and Wine Pairing and Tour

Oruawharo Food and Wine Pairing and Tour

Enjoy a collaboration of fine wines and dining like no other! Central Hawke's Bays winemakers, Ash Ridge Wines, Junction Wines have teamed up with St Vincent's Oruawharo, to bring you a food and wine pairing tour that showcases the best of Central Hawke's Bay. With bubbles and canapes on...

Date: Saturday 30 September
Where:
Oruawharo Homestead, Takapau, Central Hawke's Bay

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Napier Art Deco Tango Ball

Napier Art Deco Tango Ball

Napier Art Deco Tango Ball Experience a taste of dancing Argentine Tango in the most fun way! * The Art Deco Way * Held in the iconic Art Deco Spa Hotel which was the Napier Soldiers' Club (Former) rooms, which is thought to be New Zealand's first purpose built soldiers' club. Live Tango...

Date: Saturday 30 September
Where:
Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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October 2023

Free
Napier Sunday Market

Napier Sunday Market

Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 3 December
Where:
Ocean Spa, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 28 January
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Taradale Sunday Market

Taradale Sunday Market

Napiers only weekly indoor Market. Full of unique, quality, handmade arts and crafts. As well as fresh flowers, garden art, metalwork, crystals, Jewellery, Rawleighs, books, knitting, soy candles, readings, succulents, plants and much more. Supporting our local community. Taradale Sunday Market, 9...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 15 October
Where:
The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Punanga Lodge - Italia

Punanga Lodge - Italia

If you were ever to experience Spring anywhere other than Central Hawke's Bay then Italy would be a contender! This Spring enjoy the beauty of Central Hawke's Bay and the comforting delights of Italian food, getting the best of both worlds. Punanga Lodge does not disappoint, and this year's...

Date: Sunday 1 October
Where:
Punanga Lodge, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay

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Steam23 Make-a-robot

Steam23 Make-a-robot

Channel your inner Frankenstein and create the coolest robot around. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Sunday 1 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Search the stacks and find the hidden words. Maybe you will learn a new word or two? Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Sunday 8 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Search the stacks and find the hidden words. Maybe you will learn a new word or two? Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Saturday 7 October
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Steam23 Hidden Word Hunt

Search the stacks and find the hidden words. Maybe you will learn a new word or two? Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Monday 25 September to Saturday 7 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 3d Art Teen Event

Steam23 3d Art Teen Event

Art doesn't have to just be photos or paintings. Come along and make a 3D creation - we'll supply the pieces! Suitable for ages 13-18. Registration required. please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or...

Date: Monday 2 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Rhythm and Rhymes

Rhythm and Rhymes

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 26 September to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Rhythm and Rhymes


Free
Steam23 Loose Enz In the Library

Steam23 Loose Enz In the Library

Loose Enz specialises in creating fun and unique play experiences for tamariki using everyday objects in fun and interesting ways. Join in and let your imagination run wild. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events...

Date: Tuesday 3 October
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Builders Anonymous

Steam23 Builders Anonymous

We supply the bricks, you supply the imagination! Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Tuesday 3 October to Sunday 8 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Tangrams

Steam23 Tangrams

Pop in and make your very own tangram puzzle. Take the seven original shapes and see how many more you can make! Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...

Date: Tuesday 3 October to Saturday 7 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Tangrams

Steam23 Tangrams

Pop in and make your very own tangram puzzle. Take the seven original shapes and see how many more you can make! Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...

Date: Tuesday 3 October to Saturday 7 October
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Baking Club

Baking Club

Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome. Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy. We may take photographs or video recordings...

Date: Tuesday 3 October to Tuesday 5 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Pokémon Go Meetup

Steam23 Pokémon Go Meetup

"…still gotta catch them all…" So we're having another Pokémon Go Meetup! Meet new Pokémon Go friends, battle, raid, trade, and have fun! Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be...

Date: Tuesday 3 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Loose Enz In the Library

Steam23 Loose Enz In the Library

Loose Enz specialises in creating fun and unique play experiences for tamariki using everyday objects in fun and interesting ways. Join in and let your imagination run wild. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events...

Date: Tuesday 3 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Marble Run

Steam23 Marble Run

Sift through the supplies, get creative and twist and turn to design the marble run or maze of your dreams. Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.

Date: Wednesday 4 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Henna Designs

Henna Designs

For ages 8+ Celebrate an afternoon with our special guest, learning about the beauty of henna and its special significance. Please note: due to the cultural customs of this event, it is for girls only. Limited spaces, online registration essential. Napier Library Wednesday 27 September...

Date: Wednesday 4 October
Where:
Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Old School/ Retro Gaming… With Pizza Teen Event

Steam23 Old School/ Retro Gaming… With Pizza Teen Event

If the pizza isn't enough to tempt you, you'll also have the chance to try beat some of your favourite librarians at their favourite games from a few *cough* years ago. Only for ages 13-18. Registration required. please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. Children...

Date: Wednesday 4 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
VR Challenge Night

VR Challenge Night

For ages 10+ Do you have what it takes to master the VR these holidays? Join us, and pit your wits against the rest in a battle for supremacy with our VR challenge. BYO device (Tablet or smartphone). Limited spaces, online registration essential. Taradale Library Wednesday 4 October 6pm -...

Date: Wednesday 4 October
Where:
Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Tinker Time

Steam23 Tinker Time

See if you can you make the Makey Makeys make, wrangle our Spheros and Ozobots, or make sense of the BrainBox instructions? At this drop in session you can tinker around with all our tech to your hearts content. Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take...

Date: Thursday 5 October
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Young at Heart Book Club

Young at Heart Book Club

Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library. We may take photographs or...

Date: Thursday 5 October to Thursday 7 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Cyanotype Printing Teen Event

Steam23 Cyanotype Printing Teen Event

Making a print using the sun? Join us to learn some cool science and take home a printed image. Only for ages 13-18. Registration required. please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording...

Date: Thursday 5 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Steam23 Tinker Time

Steam23 Tinker Time

See if you can you make the Makey Makeys make, wrangle our Spheros and Ozobots, or make sense of the BrainBox instructions? At this drop in session you can tinker around with all our tech to your hearts content. Suitable for ages 5+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take...

Date: Friday 6 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Steam23 Tinker Time


Free
Napier Urban Farmers' Market

Napier Urban Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Saturday 30 September to Saturday 27 January
Where:
Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Havelock Handmade Market

Havelock Handmade Market

After our cyclone-induced hiatus, we're pleased to announce that the Havelock Handmade Market is returning on the 1st of April (you'll find us in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza & E's Cafe in Havelock North between 9am and 1 pm this Saturday). Come along and support local crafters and artists.

Date: Saturday 7 October to Saturday 3 February
Where:
Village Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Napier Gypsy Fair

Napier Gypsy Fair

The Annual Gypsy Fair returns to Anderson Park Napier. The travelling fair has been going for over 30+ years across the North and South Islands of NZ. Come and check out the funky stalls and some of our cool vehicles. Free entry and entertainment. Open 9am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday. Don’t...

Date: Saturday 7 October to Sunday 8 October
Where:
Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Pet and Breed Rabbit Show

Pet and Breed Rabbit Show

All rabbits welcome! Breed show and pet show Fun activities for kids, lots of exciting rabbits to see Come along and ask advice from decades of expertise Gold coin entry for the public from 10am If interested in entering a rabbit, please email FlemishGiantNZ@gmail.com for entry forms or to ask...

Date: Saturday 7 October
Where:
Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Rural Support Trust Gala 2023

Rural Support Trust Gala 2023

Partnering with Tremain Real Estate (Hawkes Bay) we bring you the Rural Support Trust (RST) Gala 2023! Our hope is that this event continues to bring awareness for the rural communities of Gisborne and Hawkes Bay who are still recovering and rebuilding their lives post Cyclone Gabrielle. All...

Date: Saturday 7 October
Where:
The Cheval Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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The Bon Vivant Happening

The Bon Vivant Happening

With a complimentary tipple in hand, wander through the majestic grounds on your lonesome or join the botanical walk orchestrated by Keith (Wallingford's gardener for the past 20 years). Small bites will find you as you go, explore breathtaking grounds, before gathering in the Great Hall where...

Date: Sunday 8 October
Where:
Wallingford Homestead, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay

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Sunday Cinema | The Fifth Element

Sunday Cinema | The Fifth Element

In the colorful future, a cab driver unwittingly becomes the central figure in the search for a legendary cosmic weapon to keep Evil and Mr. Zorg at bay. PG – Violence

Date: Sunday 8 October
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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MTG Sunday Cinema: Science Fiction

MTG Sunday Cinema: Science Fiction

Our upcoming MTG Sunday Cinema sessions on 8 October features three dynamic science fiction movies that will take you into hyperspace. Strap yourself in and lose yourself in space-time on the big screen! 2pm - The Fifth Element In the colorful future, a cab driver unwittingly becomes the...

Date: Sunday 8 October
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | Arrival

Sunday Cinema | Arrival

A linguist works with the military to communicate with alien lifeforms after twelve mysterious spacecraft appear around the world. M – Offensive language

Date: Sunday 8 October
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | Gravity

Sunday Cinema | Gravity

Two astronauts work together to survive after an accident leaves them stranded in space. M – Offensive language & content that may disturb

Date: Sunday 8 October
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Hastings Paint and Wine Night - Cat In the Moon

Hastings Paint and Wine Night - Cat In the Moon

The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece! Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Hastings! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going! ...

Date: Wednesday 11 October
Where:
Giant Brewing Co., Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Show Me Shorts 2023: The Sampler

Show Me Shorts 2023: The Sampler

Enjoy some of the top short films from this year’s Show Me Shorts Film Festival. The collection is designed to entertain, delight and show off rising talent in the filmmaking scene from Aotearoa and abroad. The films include 7 Minutes directed by Ricky Gervais with his trademark...

Date: Thursday 12 October
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Baby Bounce

Baby Bounce

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 13 October to Friday 22 December
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Havelock North Gypsy Fair

Havelock North Gypsy Fair

The Annual Gypsy Fair returns to Havelock North Domain. The travelling fair has been going for over 30+ years across the North and South Islands of NZ. Come and check out the funky stalls and some of our cool vehicles. Free entry and entertainment. Open 9am - 5pm Saturday and Sunday. Don’t...

Date: Saturday 14 October to Sunday 15 October
Where:
Havelock North Domain, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Waipawa Spring Festival AKA Duck Day 2022

Waipawa Spring Festival AKA Duck Day 2022

Now in it's 28th year, the Waipawa Spring Festival affectionately known by many as Duck Day is not only a Fair with stalls, food and entertainment but also the day when over 1500 little plastic ducks race down the Waipawa River. The Fair is held in Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, and surrounds with the...

Date: Saturday 14 October
Where:
Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay

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Hawke's Bay Go Green Expo 2023

Hawke's Bay Go Green Expo 2023

FREE Adult Tickets available now! Ticketing Tiers as follows: FREE Tickets Online until 8th October 2023 Followed by: ~ $4 Adult Tickets online ~ $5 Adult Door Sales ~ Kids U16 don’t need a ticket Free parking available at the...

Date: Saturday 14 October to Sunday 15 October
Where:
Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Board Games with the Geeks Guild

Board Games with the Geeks Guild

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 October to Saturday 11 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Napier Record Fair

Napier Record Fair

Records, Tapes, Cds ..all sorts, all styles, all sizes. Jazz, Blues, Dance, Hip Hop, Rock, 1980s, Punk Rock, New Wave Film Soundtracks, Showtunes ,Big Names, Unknowns, Treasures, Solid Gold Hits. Vendors from Auckland,Wellington Napier, Rotorua, Taupoand who knows where. New vendors always...

Date: Saturday 14 October
Where:
Taradale Town Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
HBAF 2023 - Nuit Blanche - Art After Dark

HBAF 2023 - Nuit Blanche - Art After Dark

Get ready for a street party like no other when Nuit Blanche returns to light up Napier City! For one evening only, a celebration of contemporary art takes over the Arts Quarter, transforming its streets and secret spaces with remarkable works and unique performances. With back alleys, carparks...

Date: Saturday 14 October
Where:
Napier CBD, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Taradale Village Fete

Taradale Village Fete

Taradale's biggest annual outdoor event! Over 50 high quality local and out of town stalls, selling a great range of quality goods, including: - Handmade products - Preloved Kids clothes, toys and books - Delicious (hot) food stalls - Artwork - Women's fashion - Jewellery - Wood...

Date: Sunday 15 October
Where:
Taradale Primary School, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sarapu Cup Junior Chess Tournament

Sarapu Cup Junior Chess Tournament

A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm. Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...

Date: Sunday 15 October
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
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Wine Books and More

Wine Books and More

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...

Date: Tuesday 17 October to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Hawke's Bay A&P Show 2023

Hawke's Bay A&P Show 2023

This year we celebrate 160 years the Hawke's Bay A&P Show. Fantastic Family Fun! Come along and see the animals and the people at New Zealand's biggest A&P Show. Back to our three-day best - get up close with the most prestigious competitions in the country. Something for everyone! The...

Date: Wednesday 18 October to Friday 20 October
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Northern Hub Market

Northern Hub Market

Northern Hub market is back again for another year. We have a selection of products available to purchase from hand- knitted items, crystals, kids toys and clothing, adult clothing, upcycled bags, face painting, and block print a bag for $15 and many more. You willl find us on the corner of...

Date: Saturday 21 October
Where:
Northern Hub Waipawa, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay

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Family-friendly Dungeons & Dragons with the Geeks Guild

Family-friendly Dungeons & Dragons with the Geeks Guild

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 October to Saturday 18 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Spring Market

Spring Market

Taradale Sunday Market is happy to host a Spring Market. With all sorts of wonderful things for the Garden. Get ready for Summer and lots of time outdoors. Also a great chance to get a headstart on the Christmas shopping. 9 am - 1 pm, Sunday the 22nd of October. At the Girl Guide Hall Greenmeadows....

Date: Sunday 22 October
Where:
The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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St Vincent's and Maison Vauron at Oruawharo Homestead

St Vincent's and Maison Vauron at Oruawharo Homestead

We are bringing the culinary delights of France to Central Hawke's Bay with this unmissable Spring Fling Event. Join St Vincent's and Maison Vauron at Oruawharo Homestead for a French inspired wine and cheese matched evening. Arrive at 3pm for Bubbles and French cheeses at the St Vincent's...

Date: Sunday 22 October
Where:
Oruawharo Homestead, Takapau, Central Hawke's Bay

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HBAF 2023 - The Grumpiest Child in the World

HBAF 2023 - The Grumpiest Child in the World

Natalie Briddling is a world-class grump (according to her mum). Wanting to stand out, she’s hōhā with feeling average, ordinary and middling so she sets out on “probably the most amazing adventure ever!”   Her magical journey takes her down an awa, up a maunga, meeting strange and...

Date: Monday 23 October
Where:
Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace

Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace

Join us for Halloween festivities at the Library! Browse our spooky collections and enjoy kids activities leading up to Halloween. We will have Spooky Colouring in, word Scramble, Make your own Spiderwebs and I-spy. Suitable for all ages. Limited places - first in, first serve. Children must...

Date: Tuesday 24 October to Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace

Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace

Join us for Halloween festivities at the Library! Browse our spooky collections and enjoy kids activities leading up to Halloween. We will have Spooky Colouring in, word Scramble, Make your own Spiderwebs and I-spy. Suitable for all ages. Limited places - first in, first serve. Children must...

Date: Tuesday 24 October to Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace

Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace

Join us for Halloween festivities at the Library! Browse our spooky collections and enjoy kids activities leading up to Halloween. We will have Spooky Colouring in, word Scramble, Make your own Spiderwebs and I-spy. Suitable for all ages. Limited places - first in, first serve. Children must...

Date: Tuesday 24 October to Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Week - Makerspace


Free
Halloween Hullabaloo Find the Frankensteins

Halloween Hullabaloo Find the Frankensteins

Franky has left their mark throughout the library, grab a clue sheet, follow the clues and find out the secret code left behind. Frankies Code = an entry into our prizedraw! Suitable for all ages. Limited places - first in, first serve. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take...

Date: Tuesday 24 October to Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Hastings Glow in the Dark Paint Night: Sugar Skull

Hastings Glow in the Dark Paint Night: Sugar Skull

Ultra Violet lights and neon nights. Prepare to experience Paintvine like you’ve never experienced it before - in the dark! Paintvine After Dark is New Zealand’s first glow in the dark paint party! Grab a drink in one hand, a brush in the other and get your creative juices flowing and...

Date: Wednesday 25 October
Where:
Level 1 Nightclub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Hawke's Bay Diwali 2023

Hawke's Bay Diwali 2023

The Hindu Council of Hawke's Bay & Entire Indian Community alongside Hastings District Council & Napier Council would like to invite you all to Hawke's Bay Diwali 2023 Celebrating Festival of Light. Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over...

Date: Saturday 28 October
Where:
Mitre 10 Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo at Hastings Library!

Halloween Hullabaloo at Hastings Library!

Grab a stamp card and complete our halloween activities around the library. Once you reach 6 stamps, you can collect your loot from one of the librarians. We will also be handing out 10 Golden Spooky Tickets for “best Dressed” which you can redeem for some spooktacular prizes. Suitable for...

Date: Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo PS4 - Games Area for 12+

Halloween Hullabaloo PS4 - Games Area for 12+

Grab your proton pack, come along and try one of our Ghostbusters games. Either Explore Manhattan blasting ghosts, or play as a ghost and set out to terrorize others. Suitable for ages 12+. Limited places - first in, first serve. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos...

Date: Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Story Time

Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Story Time

Make yourself comfortable and settle in for a Storytime at Hastings War Memorial Library about a cute wee spook! Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...

Date: Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Story Time

Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Story Time

Make yourself comfortable and settle in for a Storytime at Hastings War Memorial Library about a cute wee spook! Suitable for all ages 7+. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...

Date: Tuesday 31 October
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Halloween Hullabaloo Spooky Story Time


November 2023

Free
Young at Heart Book Club

Young at Heart Book Club

Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library. We may take photographs or...

Date: Thursday 5 October to Thursday 7 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Young at Heart Book Club


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Bayleys Hawke's Bay Wine Awards

Bayleys Hawke's Bay Wine Awards

The Bayleys Hawke’s Bay Wine Awards is New Zealand’s longest running regional competition and is proudly owned and managed by the Hawke’s Bay A&P Society. Hawke's Bay has been announced as a Great Wine Capital of the World, confirming the region's reputation as New Zealand's Food and Wine...

Date: Thursday 2 November
Where:
Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Baby Bounce

Baby Bounce

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 13 October to Friday 22 December
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Baby Bounce


StockCo Blast in the Park

StockCo Blast in the Park

StockCo Blast In the Park is Hawkes Bay's biggest and best annual Guy Fawkes event! Held in the Havelock North Village at Anderson Park, this family community event is run by Havelock North Primary School as one of their main fundraising events. It's a night of live entertainment for the whole...

Date: Friday 3 November
Where:
Anderson Park, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Napier Urban Farmers' Market

Napier Urban Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Saturday 30 September to Saturday 27 January
Where:
Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Napier Urban Farmers' Market


Free
Havelock Handmade Market

Havelock Handmade Market

After our cyclone-induced hiatus, we're pleased to announce that the Havelock Handmade Market is returning on the 1st of April (you'll find us in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza & E's Cafe in Havelock North between 9am and 1 pm this Saturday). Come along and support local crafters and artists.

Date: Saturday 7 October to Saturday 3 February
Where:
Village Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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The NZ Cider Festival 2023

The NZ Cider Festival 2023

A festival to celebrate all things Cider! The NZ Cider Festival is the only dedicated Cider Festival in New Zealand. The festival is an annual celebration of the diversity of Cider, including both Traditional and New World varieties from around the country. Festival attendees have the...

Date: Saturday 4 November
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Haloumi, Feta and Mozzarella Cheese Making Workshop

Haloumi, Feta and Mozzarella Cheese Making Workshop

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 cheese are provided Just bring yourself, no prior experience is required. Light refreshments included. ...

Date: Saturday 4 November
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Napier Sunday Market

Napier Sunday Market

Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 3 December
Where:
Ocean Spa, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 28 January
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Knowlege Bank Family Gala Day

Knowlege Bank Family Gala Day

Enjoy a wonderful day of free, fun family activities and live entertainment, as part of the 150th Commemoration of Hastings Township. Located at Stoneycroft, you can also enjoy a special viewing of the Victorian-style colonial house built in 1875. Plus, bring your old photos, newspaper clipping and...

Date: Sunday 5 November
Where:
Stoneycroft Reserve, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Met Opera: Die Zauberflote

Met Opera: Die Zauberflote

Nathalie Stutzmann conducts her second Mozart work this season with a new production of Die Zauberflöte. In his Met-debut staging, Simon McBurney incorporates projections, sound effects, and acrobatics to match the spectacle and drama of Mozart’s fable. The brilliant cast includes soprano Erin...

Date: Sunday 5 November
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Wine Dinner with Hans Herzog Estate

Wine Dinner with Hans Herzog Estate

Hans Herzog x Bristronomy For one night only, we open our doors and Restaurant to Hans and Therese and invite you to feast upon and intimate evening for the first time here in Hawkes Bay. Your arrival time will be confirmed directly with you upon confirmation of your tickets.

Date: Monday 6 November
Where:
Bistronomy, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Rhythm and Rhymes

Rhythm and Rhymes

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 26 September to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Baking Club

Baking Club

Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome. Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy. We may take photographs or video recordings...

Date: Tuesday 3 October to Tuesday 5 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Board Games with the Geeks Guild

Board Games with the Geeks Guild

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 October to Saturday 11 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Vegetable Fermentation Workshop

Vegetable Fermentation Workshop

Come and learn the practical skills for some basic vegetable ferments. Be ready to turn all your garden produce into your own probiotics! Come and learn the practical skills for some basic vegetable ferments. You will fill 3 jars, to nurture and care for at home, and have the benefits of...

Date: Saturday 11 November
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Urban BBQ Festival

Urban BBQ Festival

Meat. Fire. And all things Que. Urban BBQ Festival is back with a super tasty line up of food vendors, a tonne of BBQ supplies, plenty of free tastings, expert advice on tap and another massive afternoon on the Jack Daniel's Demo Stage. Chomp a load of BBQ, grab a cold one from the Craft...

Date: Saturday 18 November
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Family-friendly Dungeons & Dragons with the Geeks Guild

Family-friendly Dungeons & Dragons with the Geeks Guild

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 October to Saturday 18 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | Barry Lyndon

Sunday Cinema | Barry Lyndon

Acclaimed adaptation of William Makepeace Thackeray's novel, in which a likeable young Irishman changes into a conniving, manipulative rogue. The protagonist finds himself homeless after taking part in a fake duel and is then captured by a Prussian highwayman, and meets up with a spy, but his...

Date: Sunday 19 November
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | The Shining

Sunday Cinema | The Shining

A family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter where a sinister presence influences the father into violence, while his psychic son sees horrific forebodings from both past and future. R16 – Violence, offensive language & horror

Date: Sunday 19 November
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | Full Metal Jacket

Sunday Cinema | Full Metal Jacket

A pragmatic U.S. Marine observes the dehumanizing effects the Vietnam War has on his fellow recruits from their brutal boot camp training to the bloody street fighting in Hue. R – Offensive Language

Date: Sunday 19 November
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
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Wine Books and More

Wine Books and More

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...

Date: Tuesday 17 October to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Chb Holistic Wellbeing Expo

Chb Holistic Wellbeing Expo

We welcome everyone to attend our CHB Holistic Wellbeing expo which is held at the Waipukurau War Memorial hall (across from Holiday park). This event is a free door entry and will be full of craft stalls, massage, healers, tarot readers and much more. This event is a 2 day event from 10-4pm....

Date: Saturday 25 November to Sunday 26 November
Where:
Waipukurau Memorial Hall, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay

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HARVEST Hawkes Bay Food & Wine Festival

HARVEST Hawkes Bay Food & Wine Festival

HARVEST Hawkes Bay will truly be a celebration of Hawkes Bay, NZ's Food & Wine country. The inaugural event will now take place from 11am to 5pm on Saturday 25th November 2023 in a spectacular riverside setting on Tuki Tuki Rd and will feature…. Sixteen wineries paired with nine eateries...

Date: Saturday 25 November
Where:
Tuki Tuki Riverside, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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December 2023

Free
Baby Bounce

Baby Bounce

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 13 October to Friday 22 December
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Baby Bounce


Sanctuary Sounds Music Festival

Sanctuary Sounds Music Festival

Sanctuary Sounds is a not-for-profit music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of music from all over New Zealand and abroad. The 3 day festival is a true grassroots experience, held on a rural property in Takapau, Central Hawkes Bay, where you will find yourself immersed in music, art, food and...

Date: Friday 1 December to Sunday 3 December
Where:
Sanctuary Sounds, Takapau, Central Hawke's Bay

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Free
Napier Urban Farmers' Market

Napier Urban Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Saturday 30 September to Saturday 27 January
Where:
Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Napier Urban Farmers' Market


Free
Havelock Handmade Market

Havelock Handmade Market

After our cyclone-induced hiatus, we're pleased to announce that the Havelock Handmade Market is returning on the 1st of April (you'll find us in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza & E's Cafe in Havelock North between 9am and 1 pm this Saturday). Come along and support local crafters and artists.

Date: Saturday 7 October to Saturday 3 February
Where:
Village Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Havelock Handmade Market


Free
MWIW - Sustainable Fashion Market - Hawke's Bay

MWIW - Sustainable Fashion Market - Hawke's Bay

Welcome to the MWIW community! Here you can buy and sell preloved, vintage, upcycled and handmade - clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories. We're New Zealands largest sustainable fashion market, and in Hawke's Bay, we have over 50 individual stallholders! We're indoors at the...

Date: Saturday 2 December
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Wonder Christmas Market

Wonder Christmas Market

Join us for our fourth Wonder Christmas Market! Over 90 stalls, live music, food trucks and more. Support small business's by buying local for your loved ones for Christmas. $5 entry fee, with a Koha for kids under 12.

Date: Saturday 2 December
Where:
Waikoko Gardens, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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The Enchanted Ball Supporting Te Mata Park

The Enchanted Ball Supporting Te Mata Park

The Enchanted Ball supporting Te Mata Park presented by Etiquette. Limited tickets on sale now. Follow us on Instagram. Don't miss out on the highly anticipated enchanted ball, supporting te mata park. In 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022, this enchanting event sold out quickly, captivating guests...

Date: Saturday 2 December
Where:
Havelock North isite, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Napier Sunday Market

Napier Sunday Market

Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 3 December
Where:
Ocean Spa, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Napier Sunday Market


Free
Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 28 January
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market


Free
Rhythm and Rhymes

Rhythm and Rhymes

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 26 September to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Rhythm and Rhymes


Free
Baking Club

Baking Club

Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome. Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy. We may take photographs or video recordings...

Date: Tuesday 3 October to Tuesday 5 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Baking Club


Free
Young at Heart Book Club

Young at Heart Book Club

Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library. We may take photographs or...

Date: Thursday 5 October to Thursday 7 December
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Young at Heart Book Club


Free
The Unlost Village

The Unlost Village

The Unlost Village Travelling Marketeers is a brand new monthly travelling market throughout the North Island, a vibrant collection of travellers, creatives and traders, many who have graced the travelling fair circuits over the years. A unique weekend market including bonafide housetrucks and...

Date: Saturday 9 December to Sunday 10 December
Where:
Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - The Unlost Village


Christmas Sourdough Baking Workshop

Christmas Sourdough Baking Workshop

Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread. Create Christmas Baked goodies made with sourdough. Sunflower Bun Bread Farmhouse Kitchen Christmas Crackers Christmas Stollen Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself! And you...

Date: Saturday 9 December
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | No Ordinary Sheila

Sunday Cinema | No Ordinary Sheila

The story of Sheila Natusch, the New Zealand writer and illustrator of many ground-breaking natural history books. Her life was defiant, unconventional, and full of adventure. Rated G

Date: Sunday 10 December
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | Hillary: Ocean to Sky

Sunday Cinema | Hillary: Ocean to Sky

For this feature-length documentary Michael Dillon revisits his award-winner From the Ocean to the Sky, about Edmund Hillary's Ganges jet boat expedition. Back in 1977, Dillon filmed Hillary and crew (including son Peter Hillary) as they jet boated from the mouth of the Ganges to the base of the...

Date: Sunday 10 December
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Sunday Cinema | Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival

Sunday Cinema | Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival

28 lost adventurers must fight for their lives after their only lifeline is destroyed in the most uninhabitable place on Earth - Antarctica. Run time: 1h 30m

Date: Sunday 10 December
Where:
MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
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Wine Books and More

Wine Books and More

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...

Date: Tuesday 17 October to Tuesday 19 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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January 2024

Free
Napier Urban Farmers' Market

Napier Urban Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Saturday 30 September to Saturday 27 January
Where:
Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market

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...

Date: Sunday 1 October to Sunday 28 January
Where:
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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February 2024

Free
Havelock Handmade Market

Havelock Handmade Market

After our cyclone-induced hiatus, we're pleased to announce that the Havelock Handmade Market is returning on the 1st of April (you'll find us in the courtyard behind Peak Pizza & E's Cafe in Havelock North between 9am and 1 pm this Saturday). Come along and support local crafters and artists.

Date: Saturday 7 October to Saturday 3 February
Where:
Village Court, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Art Deco Festival Napier 2024

Art Deco Festival Napier 2024

Art Deco Festival Napier has grown into one of the great festivals of the world. But more than that, it's an acknowledgment of the resilience and spirit of Hawke's Bay communities who, in the aftermath of the 1931 earthquake, rolled up their sleeves and rebuilt Napier City, creating the...

Date: Thursday 15 February to Sunday 18 February
Where:
Napier CBD, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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March 2024

Free
Lindisfarne College Gala

Lindisfarne College Gala

Annual Gala, fun day for all the family. Books, 2nd Hand Clothing, White Elephant, Auction, Meat, Produce, Sports Gear, Cakes, Preserves, Linen, Picture Frames, Crafts & Collectibles, Jewellery, Plants, Hamburgers, Tea & Coffee, Candy Floss, Sausage Sizzle, Steak Sandwiches, kids games etc etc.

Date: Sunday 3 March
Where:
Lindisfarne College, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Relay for Life

Relay for Life

Relay for Life is an opportunity to celebrate survivors of Cancer and remember those who have passed. Fundraise to provide ongoing support for those living with cancer and having treatment.

Date: Saturday 16 March to Sunday 17 March
Where:
Mitre 10 Sports Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
The Extravaganza Fair Summer Tour

The Extravaganza Fair Summer Tour

Roll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 9 of New Zealand's largest and most fabulous travelling festival/fair! The Extravaganza Fair! Summer Tour 2023-2024 !!! The Extravaganza Fair is a community-centred event with a creative and sustainable focus. It is a family affair, free entry...

Date: Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April
Where:
Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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April 2024

Free
The Extravaganza Fair Summer Tour

The Extravaganza Fair Summer Tour

Roll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 9 of New Zealand's largest and most fabulous travelling festival/fair! The Extravaganza Fair! Summer Tour 2023-2024 !!! The Extravaganza Fair is a community-centred event with a creative and sustainable focus. It is a family affair, free entry...

Date: Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April
Where:
Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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May 2024

Hawke's Bay Better Home & Living Show 2024

Hawke's Bay Better Home & Living Show 2024

Better Homes, Better Gardens, Better Lifestyles. Discover fresh, practical ideas that enhance both your living spaces and your wellbeing! The popular Hawke's Bay Better Home and Living Show is back in May 2024! Join us for Kitchens, Building, Renovating, Heating, Insulation, Solar Power, Health,...

Date: Friday 24 May to Sunday 26 May
Where:
Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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