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This section includes all the upcoming events we’re involved in or have been informed about. It tells you about the event, when it’s on, who it’s for and important information like age restrictions and parking. And keep an eye out for our billboards around town advertising upcoming events.
Does not include exhibitions or workshops. You can view these by selecting them on the menu to the right.
Turn up the heat by taking part in Hastings District Libraries adults’ winter reading challenge! Complete one or more of the 12 challenges we have lined up for you and be in to win!
Pick up a challenge card from any of our District Libraries, or download one off the website.
Every time you...
Date: Monday 4 July to Sunday 14 August
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you ever stare at the shelves, not sure what you want to read, unable to choose from our many amazing titles?
Or maybe you’re like us, too quick to judge a book by its cover? (sshh… we won’t judge you if you don’t judge us!)
Or do you just want to step outside your comfort zone,...
Date: Monday 4 July to Sunday 31 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, 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 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night for beginners and experienced dancers this is a social rock n roll club, we welcome those who want to learn rock n roll and we will assist you. Become a member of the rock n roll club for $10.00 a year which this financial year has only...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 September
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A varied programme from talented local performers: Georgie Cole, Soprano/Piano with Iona student Zoe Congalton; Katherine Fletcher, Flute accompanied by Linda Gilchrist; Ken Keys, Baritone accompanied by Elizabeth Curtis; "Whimzik" - Glenn Kastrinos & Kjelsty Hansen, Celtic Music.
A cafe style...
Date: Wednesday 6 July
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 7 July to Thursday 1 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The third entry in secret agent OSS 117's parodic spy adventures.
The clueless, arrogant, hilarious and staunchly patriotic French secret agent, as silly as his retrograde attitudes — Hubert Bonisseur de la Bath, aka agent OSS 117 — is back in OSS 117: From Africa With Love.
It’s 1981,...
Date: Thursday 7 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Napier! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes...
Date: Thursday 7 July
Where: Shed 2 Bar and Restaurant, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The fabulous Fanny Ardant, Melvil Poupaud and Cécile de France beguile in The Young Lovers, Carine Tardieu’s eagerly anticipated follow up to Just to Be Sure (AF FFF17), a modern and emotionally-nuanced romantic dramedy of a woman who embarks on a relationship with a much younger man, and the...
Date: Thursday 7 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The popular CAN Mid-Winter Makers Market returns and presents a unique opportunity to browse locally made, beautifully handcrafted products made by our talented Hawke’s Bay artists.
Join us for the Market Late Night Shopping Event on Friday 8 July, 5-7pm with light refreshments served.
Be...
Date: Friday 8 July to Thursday 21 July
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Adapted from Emmanuèle Bernheim’s memoir, Everything Went Well, Director François Ozon (Summer of 85, AF FFF21) delivers a powerful drama which tackles the sensitive and complex issue of the right to die with dignity.
When André (André Dussolier, Of Love and Lies, AF FFF20), 85, has a...
Date: Friday 8 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this irreverent and feel-good comedy, a group of long-time friends get together for a hilarious and eventful vacation, in which nothing will go as planned and their friendship will be put to the test.
To celebrate Yves’ 50th birthday, his friends plan to take him to the sunny paradise of...
Date: Friday 8 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
What a way to start off the winter months than by reintroducing our Friday night dinners! Each course includes a Church Road wine match and showcases local, fresh Hawkes Bay produce lovingly crafted by Head Chef Grant McHenry.
$125 per person, dinners are every Friday night, bookings essential....
Date: Friday 8 July to Friday 29 July
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Robin Hood & Babes in the Wood
A fresh take on this classic combo of two famous tales, packed with adventure and laughs aplenty!
This pantomime combines legend and comedy as Robin and his trusted band of Merry Men try to outfox the baddies we love to hate – the Sheriff of Nottingham and his...
Date: Friday 8 July to Saturday 16 July
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
FIRST LIGHT
Reflection, Regeneration, Release
Join us this June and July for three thoughtfully curated programmes reflecting on our place in this world - meditating on life, loss and rebirth as we mark the first-ever official public holiday dedicated to Matariki, Māori new year.
Familiar...
Date: Friday 8 July
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DRAMA / FRANCE / 2022 / 116 MIN / M
The legendary Daniel Auteuil gives one of his most superlative screen performances in the gripping new film from writer/director Fred Cavayé, based on the celebrated, multi–Molière Award-winning play.
Occupied Paris, 1941: Jews are instructed to...
Date: Friday 8 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Two great bands. One unforgettable show.
Killer Queens combine with The Bowie show to bring you an evening of fun, nostalgia, sing-a-longs and arm-waving anthems.
KILLER QUEENS are not a tribute band, there are no cheap wigs and fake moustaches here. They pay homage to the music, influence...
Date: Friday 8 July to Saturday 9 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Connected Vol.1 brings tasty Drum and Bass to Napier with a bang!
Random Four and Mac Summer bring another night of good vibes and excitement.
Come and join the party celebrations of your favourite Drum & Bass, Jungle & Retrowave tunes!
Taking place at The Cabana from 9pm. Early Bird $10...
Date: Friday 8 July
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...
Date: Saturday 9 July to Saturday 30 July
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this psychological thriller in the Hitchcockian tradition, Virginie Efira (Bye Bye Morons, AF FFF21) deftly embodies the troubled personality of Madeleine Collins, a woman living a double life, whose identity cracks under the weight of her own lies.
The film tells the parallel stories of a...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The remarkable Vincent Lindon (At War, AF FFF19; Rodin, AF FFF18), reunites with acclaimed writer/director Stéphane Brizé (At War, AF FFF19) for the stunning Another World, delivering a powerhouse turn as a driven white-collar manager torn between duty to his job, his family and his...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We're opening up for dinner on Saturday the 9th of July with live music from Fraser Mac!
Get a group together and join us for an evening of delicious food, live music and a couple of drinks. Relax around our open fireplace in our beautiful rustic setting - please ring to book in. There is no...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: Crab Farm Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DRAMA / FRANCE / 2022 / 108 MIN / M
French with English subtitles
In his feature debut, French filmmaker Yohan Manca breaks down the barriers and preconceptions surrounding art and culture with a touching story of hope, chance and overcoming adversity.
La Traviata, My Brothers and I, tells...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and join us as we remember the Platinum Jubilee with a celebration of all things British. Whether Republican or Royalist, you will love the delectable 3 course meal and enjoy a night of laughter and celebration.
The dinner is a fundraiser for the work of Taradale Anglican Church which...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This romantic comedy is centered around Antoine (Pascal Elbé, Knock, AF FFF18) a history professor in his early 50s, who discovers he is losing his hearing. Unable to own up to his disability and his attempts to disguise it only resulting in those around him finding his behaviour increasingly odd,...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sam Manzanza will be performing with Afrobeat Band, his infectious high energetic music to make you dance on the floor nonstop. Satisfaction is guaranteed.
You can feel the band's Charisma all next day long.
Sam will make you feel the magic, love, and surreal touch of imagination.
Your music...
Date: Saturday 9 July
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets.
The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like...
Date: Sunday 10 July to Sunday 31 July
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The fabulous Fanny Ardant, Melvil Poupaud and Cécile de France beguile in The Young Lovers, Carine Tardieu’s eagerly anticipated follow up to Just to Be Sure (AF FFF17), a modern and emotionally-nuanced romantic dramedy of a woman who embarks on a relationship with a much younger man, and the...
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Thirty Whale Napier City Rovers welcome Wellington Olympic to Bluewater Stadium in this round 4 (final 16) clash in New Zealand's top knockout competition the Chatham Cup. Get down to support the Blues as they chase a 6th title in there proud history.
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: Bluewater Stadium, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Each month the Hastings Music Society presents varied concerts that feature a selection of predominantly classical music from local Hawkes bay musicians, singers, soloists, chamber groups, choirs, big bands and orchestras. These concerts are held March through November in the beautiful St Matthews...
Date: Sunday 10 July to Sunday 13 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
DRAMA / FRANCE / 2022 / 116 MIN / M
The legendary Daniel Auteuil gives one of his most superlative screen performances in the gripping new film from writer/director Fred Cavayé, based on the celebrated, multi–Molière Award-winning play.
Occupied Paris, 1941: Jews are instructed to...
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The legendary Gérard Depardieu brings to remarkable life one of the most beloved characters from 20th-century crime fiction in Maigret, the masterfully directed and hugely entertaining new film from multi-award-winning writer/director Patrice Leconte (Monsieur Hire, Ridicule, The Girl on The...
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Rezpect Dance Academy are running their annual Mid Year Showcase. This show is a family friendly event that will be packed full of energy and Street Dance with over 150 dancers performing throughout the night.
Doors Open: 6:15pm
Show Starts: 6:30pm
Come along and enjoy a night full dance.
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From an early age, men are conditioned to believe that expressing their feelings is incompatible with male identity. Get ready to explore the whole range of emotions through a masculine lens in this feel-good comedy.
Seven men, aged from 17 to 70 years old, all city-dwellers, meet up at a remote...
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Raw Comedy Quest is back for 2022! The search is on for the funniest new comedian in Aotearoa, and we reckon that person is right here, in Hawke's Bay! (Or Whanganui, Taranaki, Manawatū... We're hedging our bets a little)
12 people will eventually battle it out for the Central Region crown,...
Date: Sunday 10 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get the whanau together and come get warm and snuggly with movie mornings all week long!
Suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Masks are required to be worn in the libraries, except...
Date: Monday 11 July to Friday 15 July
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As well as lots of fun events, come in anytime over the two weeks to check out what Makerspaces are setup. There will be different activities on offer at each library each week.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Masks are required to be worn in the libraries, except by those who are exempt.
All...
Date: Monday 11 July to Sunday 24 July
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Winter's here! Come play in our 'snow' Igloo - its free family fun in the Napier CBD in the first week of the July School holidays as part of the Napier CBD Winter Series. Rug up and don't forget your gloves and boots it could get a little cold and wet! Toys will be available inside and Olaf and...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Friday 15 July
Where: Top of Emerson Street, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Book Chat is a friendly gathering of book lovers.
Come along to talk about the books you've been reading and to see what's new in the library.
All welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Tuesday 13 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in Havelock North! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
Drinks: No...
Date: Tuesday 12 July
Where: Giant Brewing Co., Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Whether you have ever visited All Saints' before or not, you are welcome to join us for one of our fortnightly community lunches.
A delicious meal with main and dessert, joined by great company and always a laugh or two, this is a great afternoon out!
There is no charge for the lunch, but a...
Date: Wednesday 13 July to Wednesday 14 December
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We did book nooks, now come and work on your very own shadow box.
Suitable for ages 13-18. REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please register through the Hastings District Libraries website.
Masks are required to be worn in the libraries, except by those who are exempt.
All offerings are subject to...
Date: Wednesday 13 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“...one of the country’s coolest, most sultry voices" - The NZ Listener
Ebony Lamb is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter from Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, New Zealand, formerly the driving force behind renowned alt-country sweethearts Eb & Sparrow.
A genre-defying powerhouse...
Date: Wednesday 13 July
Where: Waimarama Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dr. Satinder Sartaaj
Singer, Lyricist, Composer & an Actor
A multi-gifted artist, artist, songwriter, singer, composer and poet. Today Dr.Satinder Sartaaj possesses an unprecedented list of achievements and remains at the forefront of his craft, a true inspiration. As an artist he excites,...
Date: Wednesday 13 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ultraviolet 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 your...
Date: Wednesday 13 July
Where: Level 1 Nightclub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
TWEEN EVENT!
Got a minute? Do you think you can win it? Come and test your skills at some fast-paced pressure-filled challenges against the clock.
Suitable for ages 8-12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please register through the Hastings District Libraries website.
Masks are required to be worn...
Date: Thursday 14 July
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The MATARIKI GLOW SHOW is back with an all-new, giant-scale puppet show for tamariki, educators and whãnau.
The Glow Show’s magical glow-in-the-dark characters are getting ready to celebrate with you at 40 theatres around Aotearoa, alongside the first-ever nationwide Matariki holiday!
...
Date: Thursday 14 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“...one of the country’s coolest, most sultry voices" - The NZ Listener
Ebony Lamb is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter from Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, New Zealand, formerly the driving force behind renowned alt-country sweethearts Eb & Sparrow.
A genre-defying powerhouse...
Date: Thursday 14 July
Where: Tikokino Community Hall, Tikokino, Central Hawke's Bay
Not even winter can dampen the Art Deco spirit of Napier. So, throw on your furs, your serge suit and your felt cloche and join us to celebrate Winter Deco 2022.
Over three days this celebration takes over the streets, the restaurants, bars, theatres, galleries, venues, parks, and homes of...
Date: Friday 15 July to Sunday 17 July
Where: Art Deco Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
If you love Paper Dolls, and Art Deco fashion the Faraday Museum is combining them both in an upcoming Event and Exhibition.
On July 15th we are starting winter Art Deco with a fun event by bringing art, imagination and fashion together. Meander through the maze of life-sized paper dolls and...
Date: Friday 15 July
Where: The Faraday Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ready-set-race! Create and build your kart and then compete on the race track - will it be Moo Moo Meadows, Thwomp Ruins or Rainbow Road? Who will come out at #1?
Suitable for ages 8-12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please register through the Hastings District Libraries website.
Masks are...
Date: Friday 15 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“...one of the country’s coolest, most sultry voices" - The NZ Listener
Ebony Lamb is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter from Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, New Zealand, formerly the driving force behind renowned alt-country sweethearts Eb & Sparrow.
A genre-defying powerhouse...
Date: Friday 15 July
Where: Haumoana Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
What’s a woman looking for love to do in the 21st century?
"Hi, I'm Zoë..." takes a comedic look at the tragedy of modern dating. Zoë Frendin has gone the distance (literally!), travelling the globe and searching for her special man on all the wrong apps. Always a risk-taker, she brings...
Date: Friday 15 July to Saturday 16 July
Where: Theatre Hawke's Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Banished Music presents
ARAHI
There’s Nothing Like It - Piano Tour 2022
Friday July 15 - Church Road Winery, Napier
Friday August 12 - Mt Eden Village Church, Auckland
Saturday August 13 - Leigh Sawmill, Leigh
Friday August 19 - The Yard, Raglan
Saturday August 20 - Jam Factory,...
Date: Friday 15 July
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Need something to look forward to this winter?
The Winter Warmer Vintage market is back! Saturday 16th July at Tamatea High School, 61 Freyberg Avenue, Tamatea, Napier. Gold coin entry. Yes it is indoors, in the gym. 9am - 3pm.
Enjoy the best of the 20s - 70s: vintage hair and makeovers and...
Date: Saturday 16 July
Where: Tamatea High School, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Antique & collectables fair is an event in the Winter Art Deco Festival that brings together professional dealers from throughout New Zealand to Napier to display and sell an extensive selection of antiques & collectables.
All items will be for sale, not only art deco, but everything from...
Date: Saturday 16 July to Sunday 17 July
Where: Asher Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sing beautiful music in the beautiful Waiapu Cathedral in Napier! Save the date - Saturday July 16th 2022 - for a SING-IN - a wonderful afternoon of music-making - a real treat for music-lovers after so many choral events being cancelled due to lockdowns last year.
You're invited to come and...
Date: Saturday 16 July
Where: Waiapu Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Curious and want to learn more about e-bikes?
Come along to Revolution Bikes, Hawke's Bay's Ebike Specialist Bike Shop, for our informative 'show and tell' on all the different types of e-bikes now available. With lots of new styles fresh from our suppliers we have plenty of e-bikes to show you,...
Date: Saturday 16 July
Where: Revolution Bikes, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Messy Church is a chance for families, young and old to engage with the message of Jesus in a fun and creative way. With craft, activities, food and music, there are all the components for a great afternoon and all directed at important messages of character, faith and hope.
Each Messy Church...
Date: Saturday 16 July to Saturday 19 November
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“... one of the country’s coolest, most sultry voices" - The NZ Listener
Ebony Lamb is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter from Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, New Zealand, formerly the driving force behind renowned alt-country sweethearts Eb & Sparrow.
A genre-defying powerhouse...
Date: Saturday 16 July
Where: Maraekakaho Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A handful of the best local and visiting talent. Come along early for a meal and stay for the show. Ticket prices are having to go up in August, so grab a ticket at this lower price.
High on the hill, overlooking the Hawke's Bay is Peak House. Steeped in history with panoramic views, our venue...
Date: Saturday 16 July
Where: Peak House, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Close out your Winter Deco Weekend in party style at Hawke's Bay Jazz Club, singing and dancing along to the hit tunes of the Art Deco era as Lady and the Tramps present Mandy Meadows and Mood Swings. Art Deco costumes de rigueur.
Mandy Meadows vocals
Justin Lindsay guitar
Anton Wuts...
Date: Sunday 17 July
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“.. .one of the country’s coolest, most sultry voices" - The NZ Listener
Ebony Lamb is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter from Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, New Zealand, formerly the driving force behind renowned alt-country sweethearts Eb & Sparrow.
A genre-defying powerhouse...
Date: Sunday 17 July
Where: Poukawa Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
GET YOUR SKATES ON!
Get ready for a cool experience! The Ice Skate Tour is coming back to Hastings CBD. You’ll need to get your skates on though, it’s here for a limited time only.
This artificial ice rink looks like natural ice, has 97% the same gliding capacity as natural ice and has...
Date: Monday 18 July to Sunday 31 July
Where: Hastings City Mall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Want to get your gaming on?! We’ll bring the consoles, just bring your skills!
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.
Masks are required to...
Date: Monday 18 July to Friday 22 July
Where: Flaxmere 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...
Date: Tuesday 19 July to Tuesday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 20 July to Wednesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder... Join us as we make some truly awful art.
Suitable for ages 13-18. REGISTRATION REQUIRED - please register through the Hastings District Libraries website.
Masks are required to be worn in the libraries, except by those who are exempt.
All...
Date: Wednesday 20 July
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Gather the whanau and come get warm with a mug of milo and a family movie.
Suitable for all ages.
Masks are required to be worn in the libraries, except by those who are exempt.
All offerings are subject to the Covid Protection Framework traffic light system. Numbers may be limited, and...
Date: Thursday 21 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Returning to Napier in Hawkes Bay, we have the popular and inspiring NZ Mountain Film Festival National Tour with its amazing films celebrating outdoor adventurers getting out there and doing it!
Internationally recognised as one of the world’s premier mountain film festival events an audience...
Date: Thursday 21 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
When famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident, they are refused entry into heaven – Jack is a card-carrying atheist – so they return to haunt the country cottage where they lived.
Life is dull. Their only pleasure comes from spooking the estate agent...
Date: Thursday 21 July to Saturday 6 August
Where: Waipukurau Little Theatre, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
TWEEN EVENT!
Fancy yourself a bit of an escape artist? Are you good with puzzles and brain teasers? Come and test your skills in the HDL Escape Room. Gather a group of friends or be paired up with others. Can't come in? Check out our list of fun virtual escape rooms online.
Suitable for ages...
Date: Friday 22 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tutankhamun. The Last Exhibition offers spectators, for the first time ever, an extraordinary opportunity to meet the Pharaoh, and relive those unique moments on the big screen following exclusive coverage of how 150 items from among his treasures, were moved to become part of the biggest...
Date: Friday 22 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We are back! It’s the third instalment of our super fun show Open Call! Come and watch the local talent of Hawkes Bay step into the spotlight and share their talents with you!
This show we are lucky enough to have a not so local, special guest performer coming to join us. So stay tuned to...
Date: Friday 22 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Directed by John Wilkie and Conducted by José Aparicio
In partnership with Festival Opera, Hawke's Bay Arts Festival proudly presents Leoš Janáček’s operatic fable The Cunning Little Vixen.
Whether you’re an opera lover or new to the genre, The Cunning Little Vixen offers a fantastic...
Date: Saturday 23 July to Monday 25 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Laurent Pelly’s storybook staging of Massenet’s Cendrillonis presented with an all-new English translation in an abridged 90-minute adaptation, with mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard as its rags-to-riches princess. Maestro Emmanuel Villaume leads a delightful cast, which includes mezzo-soprano Emily...
Date: Saturday 23 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Not to be missed, New Zealand's 80's Super group 'Love Shack' are bringing their show to The Paisley Stage, Napier
Limited tickets remain for the Napier show
Paisley Stage - 23rd July 2022
Doors from 8pm
Show starts 8.30pm
Come and party with Love Shack as they bring their Ultimate 80's...
Date: Saturday 23 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The 2022 SKODA North Island School Cyclo-cross Championships will be held on 24 July in the Hawkes Bay, hosted by the Cyclo Cross Hawkes Bay club in conjunction with Cycling CHB. Talk to your school to get your entry sorted! Head to the event website for all the event info.
Date: Sunday 24 July
Where: Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay's 91.9 The Sound is proud to present a monthly Quiz night at The Taradale Club!
We'd love for you to join! Once a month at The Taradale Club, with a wide range of topics, there will be something to make you look clever!
Register your team of up to six players, entry is a gold...
Date: Wednesday 27 July to Wednesday 30 November
Where: Taradale Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Easy Eats - you will have the option of street food or an easy eats inhouse offering. Pop in after work or meet friends for an early eat treat. Find something special at seven local eateries: Rogue Hop, Hunger Monger, Matisse, Vincis, Faith, Hope Love, Market St, Portside (Three Wise Birds...
Date: Thursday 28 July to Thursday 25 August
Where: Napier CBD, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A massive night of comedy, cabaret and craziness to kick start the weekend!
Hosted by Ben Hurley, the Gala presents the best of the weekend - featuring comedy, music, burlesque, aerials, chainsaw juggling, mind reading and whole lot more - bringing laughter and madness to the Opera House...
Date: Thursday 28 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This year is our 30th birthday!! and what better way to celebrate than to bring on a new Charity.
Funds from this year’s Cocktail Party will go towards a new home for Cranford Hospice.
Cranford Hospice has embarked on a $15million project to build a new, fit-for-purpose, home for Cranford at...
Date: Friday 29 July
Where: Bostock Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tom Stoppard’s Olivier Award-winning new play Leopoldstadt is a passionate drama of love, family, and endurance. At the beginning of the 20th century, Leopoldstadt was the old, crowded Jewish quarter of Vienna, Austria. But Hermann Merz, a factory owner, and baptised Jew now married to Catholic...
Date: Friday 29 July
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke’s Bay Comedy presents five of the Bay’s best upcoming and semi-pro comedians.
MC’d by Hastings-raised Kajun Campbell Brooking and featuring veteran locals CJ Alexander, Karen Leslie and Lil Sarah, and rising star Aldreen Rodrigues.
No matter what your sense of humour is,...
Date: Friday 29 July to Saturday 30 July
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Escapology, chainsaw juggling, walking on broken glass and other famous feats…This show contains seven stunts- each an exercise in danger, trust and skill. But it's also seven stories- of the sideshow, the freak show, the music hall, vaudeville and big top.
Exciting, terrifying and genuinely...
Date: Friday 29 July to Saturday 30 July
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get to know Anita Wigl'it, star of 'RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under' in this kooky, hilarious and tell all one-woman show, 'The Life of a Funny Girl!'.
Over a fabulous 90 minutes, travel back in time to 1989 when a little boy with a big personality was born. Then follow him as he grows up into the...
Date: Friday 29 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An hour of absolute hilarity with one of New Zealand’s best loved comedians, the multiple award winning, Ben Hurley.
Ben is widely recognised for his regular appearances on THREE's 7Days, The Project, and is now a regular contributor on TVNZ's Seven Sharp.
He’s the winner of both the...
Date: Friday 29 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Multi-award-winning comedian and theatre-maker, Barnie Duncan, burrows into the specific freedom a dancefloor at 3 am can bring in his love letter to clubbing and exploration of grief. An hour of physical theatre, stand-up comedy and musical highs to trigger the release of endorphins featuring...
Date: Friday 29 July to Saturday 30 July
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
David Correos is something that is hard to explain, but we must try. Immediately endearing, he has a special skill of creating nonsense. Left to his own devices, he has made a name for himself as a dynamic comic who will take you on his own special roller coaster ,made-up of paint and cat food and...
Date: Friday 29 July to Saturday 30 July
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bingo's back baby!
A Vegas-style showcase extravaganza, with balls - this is not your normal bingo night! From the crew who brought you Panto Bingo, Social Club Bingo and Bordello Bingo comes an evening to remember. Elvis meets showgirls meets a lounge lizard from way back...Is it Tony Bennett?...
Date: Friday 29 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready to be thrust into the world of burlesque!
Cherry Boomb, Miss Burlesque NZ 2015, is joined by a dazzling line-up of performers each stamping their unique brand of a tease on the stage.
Cherry Boomb! will have you on the edge of your seats with her sizzling tricks; Ms Ruby Rebel...
Date: Friday 29 July to Saturday 30 July
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A vibrant collection of local artisans offering you a huge variety of their amazing handcrafted goods. Over 25 stalls with everything from babywear, jewellery, homeware gifts, reusable gift bags, lavender collections and so much more.
Out the front will be a local school with food and drink for...
Date: Saturday 30 July to Saturday 17 December
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
ICompete Natural NZ present the 2022 Hawkes Bay Muscle and Model Championships.
Support your friends and family as they showcase their hard work on the ICN stage in this all natural, drug tested bodybuilding competition. Watch as natural bodybuilders from around New Zealand compete for the...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mana Wahine - Ōkāreka Dance Company
[Note: If you had already registered for the January 2022 date of this event, we'll move your Registration to July 30th, 2022 and be in touch soon.]
Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival are delighted to partner with the Napier Municipal Theatre and local...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
T-Bone - Good 'n Greasy Tour
T-Bone have brought their influences of zydeco, old-time, blues, bluegrass and folk to this debut album, which although has strong Americana flavours, also has a distinct Kiwi folk feel. The close vocal harmonies and fiery instrumentals on guitars, mandolin, banjo...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Feelers announce their COMMUNICATE 21st Anniversary NZ Tour, in celebration of their massive hit album COMMUNICATE. Released in 2001, COMMUNICATE debuted at Number 1 and went on to great success as a Triple Platinum selling Number 1 album. Many tracks achieved huge radio rotation and single...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: Bev Ridges on York, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Over the last couple of (hundred) years women have repeatedly proven to be better at, well, almost everything. In recent history, their expertise also extends to basically running the world. So we’re celebrating their awesomeness with a fresh, fun and fierce all-woman line up of comedians in Who...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Two of NZ’s best standup comedians bring you ‘The Paul Paul Comedy Night’, a 2-hour showcase of world-class comedy from easily the best Pauls in the business.
Features “NZ’s Top Professional Comedian” Paul Ego, a legend of stage and small screen. Ego has over 25 years of comedy...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join Wellington Comedians Laser Kiwi for an experience like no other. Think pub quiz meets game show - spot prizes, silly banter & glory are up for grabs. In true Laser Kiwi spirit, its surreal, it’s funny and wholesome af, so wrangle a team and join the fun.
“I don’t know why but I like...
Date: Saturday 30 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Havelock North's only regular second-hand market with stalls selling quality preloved baby and kid's clothing, toys, books, nursery items and more. Always so many bargains.
Date: Sunday 31 July
Where: Havelock North Scout Hall, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Turn up the heat by taking part in Hastings District Libraries adults’ winter reading challenge! Complete one or more of the 12 challenges we have lined up for you and be in to win!
Pick up a challenge card from any of our District Libraries, or download one off the website.
Every time you...
Date: Monday 4 July to Sunday 14 August
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing Concerts of Note...
Concerts of Note is our new boutique concert series! These are still daytime concerts but will be performed with limited audience capacity.
Our Concerts of Note series will be held in iconic venues giving you a special bespoke feel: Sensational 60s in wedding...
Date: Tuesday 2 August
Where: Mission Estate Winery, 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 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night for beginners and experienced dancers this is a social rock n roll club, we welcome those who want to learn rock n roll and we will assist you. Become a member of the rock n roll club for $10.00 a year which this financial year has only...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 September
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
When famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie drown in a boating accident, they are refused entry into heaven – Jack is a card-carrying atheist – so they return to haunt the country cottage where they lived.
Life is dull. Their only pleasure comes from spooking the estate agent...
Date: Thursday 21 July to Saturday 6 August
Where: Waipukurau Little Theatre, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
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 your brush strokes going with ultra-violet lights, neon lights, glow in the dark paint, a DJ and nothing but laughs all night...
Date: Wednesday 3 August
Where: Level 1 Nightclub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 7 July to Thursday 1 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NEW DATE - RESCHEDULED FROM FEBRUARY.
Join award-winning comedian Chris Parker on tour for a night of his greatest hits.
A rising star of the New Zealand comedy scene, Chris has been seen on TV on 7 Days, Jono and Ben, Funny Girls and Have You Been Paying Attention as well as making a...
Date: Friday 5 August
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Find a new flow, embrace wellness and spiritual awakening at the second annual Hawkes Bay Yoga Festival in Napier this August. Connect in a friendly community atmosphere with supportive yoga instructors, mindfulness, sound healings and workshops. All in the gorgeous waterfront Napier Conference &...
Date: Saturday 6 August to Sunday 7 August
Where: Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We're back!
INRFYR, SILVERFOXXX, JUNGLE BRIDGE, THE HEATHEN COLLECTIVE, MEINIAK, INHALE and DJs WOODHAUS n DANJAHRUS,
With special guests Dissonance and Demon Fetal Harvest
After a sold-out show In Masterton, we decided to take the Show on the road, next stop Napier!
8 Bands.
2...
Date: Saturday 6 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wellness for Women 2022: Coping with Change
Entertainment | Inspiration | Education | Connection
BPW Central Hawkes Bay presents a fun-filled afternoon with speakers, exhibitors and demonstrations. Talking about all aspects of Wellness and how it impacts you through the food that you eat,...
Date: Sunday 7 August
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Flaxmere Library Book Chat is a friendly gathering of book lovers.
Come along to talk about the books you've been reading and to see what's new in the library.
All welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Tuesday 13 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in Havelock North! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
Drinks: No...
Date: Tuesday 9 August
Where: Giant Brewing Co., Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Whether you have ever visited All Saints' before or not, you are welcome to join us for one of our fortnightly community lunches.
A delicious meal with main and dessert, joined by great company and always a laugh or two, this is a great afternoon out!
There is no charge for the lunch, but a...
Date: Wednesday 13 July to Wednesday 14 December
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Troy Kingi (Te Arawa, Ngāpuhi) has arrived at the halfway point of his 10 10 10 Series: ten albums, ten genres, ten years. Following on from his remarkable performance of The Ghost of Freddie César at the 2020 Hawke's Bay Arts Festival, Kingi now swaps out his soul styling for folk twang and...
Date: Wednesday 10 August
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Che Fu is one of the best-selling hip hop acts to ever come out of Aotearoa, but his commercial success is only part of his achievement.
When he arrived as a solo act in the mid-90s, local hip hop and R&B survived within a small underground scene and there seemed little chance of it crossing to...
Date: Friday 12 August
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Big Night Out is back!
Join us to outwit, outplay, and outbid your friends for a hilarious quiz night, live auction, and dancing til late.
Tickets will be hotter than an episode of Bridgerton, so organise your table of 8, and don’t miss out on booking yourselves a table.
$50pp...
Date: Saturday 13 August
Where: The Havelock North Club, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The resonance of the cello pulls at the heartstrings, a compelling soundtrack for star crossed lovers and deep longings for that beyond our reach. Few have not yearned to be with loved ones in the last two years. This tour reunites two friends, and musical accomplices that have made their homes on...
Date: Saturday 13 August
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Borders divide us. Yet in the meeting places between one thing and another is sometimes found the greatest variety and vitality. From Tasmania comes a group of performers that revel in the liveliness and intrigue of borderlands. Playing music of composers who lived and worked, as fluid borders...
Date: Saturday 13 August
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Landslide is a live 5 piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 9 years, covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits!
Expect to hear Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, The Chain, Go Your Own Way, Seven Wonders, Don't Stop,...
Date: Saturday 13 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Each month the Hastings Music Society presents varied concerts that feature a selection of predominantly classical music from local Hawkes bay musicians, singers, soloists, chamber groups, choirs, big bands and orchestras. These concerts are held March through November in the beautiful St Matthews...
Date: Sunday 10 July to Sunday 13 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the country. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the...
Date: Sunday 14 August to Sunday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, 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...
Date: Tuesday 19 July to Tuesday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 20 July to Wednesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Auckland! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes...
Date: Thursday 18 August
Where: Shed 2 Bar and Restaurant, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking For Alaska and In The Shallows - 2022 Spring Tour
Hamilton duo Looking For Alaska and Wellington duo In The Shallows are excited to announce that they will be joining forces for a 2022 spring tour!
Two accomplished groups in their own right, they will be taking to the road together...
Date: Friday 19 August
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
FREE Adult Tickets available now!
Ticketing Tiers as follows:
FREE Tickets Online until 14th August
Followed by:
~ $4 Adult Tickets online
~ $5 Adult Door Sales
~ Kids U16 don’t need a ticket
Free parking available at the...
Date: Saturday 20 August to Sunday 21 August
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Messy Church is a chance for families, young and old to engage with the message of Jesus in a fun and creative way. With craft, activities, food and music, there are all the components for a great afternoon and all directed at important messages of character, faith and hope.
Each Messy Church...
Date: Saturday 16 July to Saturday 19 November
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the ‘dream team’ who brought you 2019’s dazzling Hansel & Gretel, comes a brand-new ballet to celebrate the re-opening of Wellington’s St James Theatre followed by a national tour.
Feisty, funny and fabulous, Cinderella is choreographed by master storyteller Loughlan Prior to a...
Date: Saturday 20 August to Sunday 21 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brilliant! A night of music tributing the one & only blues guitar legend Stevie Ray Vaughan, what would be better than that?
Ok just imagine Stevie being joined on stage by other world-class blues/rock guitar Gods: Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Gary Moore, Rory Gallagher, Robin Trower, Eric Clapton,...
Date: Saturday 20 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Progression of Poets comes to Napier!
You pick your venue - grab your FREE ticket and stay put and the poets come to you! This listing will get you tickets for The Cabana, Napier venue. Starts promptly at 6.30pm.
As part of the National Poetry Day shenanigans Hawke’s Bay Readers and...
Date: Tuesday 23 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
THE BOSS is a full production, kick-ass compliment of nine passionate musicians bringing alive the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. Four years in the making, 'The Boss' is tuned to perfection, bringing you a 3-hour world-class show featuring the entire 'Born In The USA'...
Date: Tuesday 23 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 your brush strokes going with ultra-violet lights, neon lights, glow-in-the-dark paint, a DJ and nothing but laughs all night...
Date: Wednesday 24 August
Where: Level 1 Nightclub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Easy Eats - you will have the option of street food or an easy eats inhouse offering. Pop in after work or meet friends for an early eat treat. Find something special at seven local eateries: Rogue Hop, Hunger Monger, Matisse, Vincis, Faith, Hope Love, Market St, Portside (Three Wise Birds...
Date: Thursday 28 July to Thursday 25 August
Where: Napier CBD, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
2022 EDIBLE FASHION AWARDS
Spectacular wearable art is back and better than ever! Celebrate Hawke’s Bay’s creativity, innovative spirit, and identity as an exceptional food producer at the 2022 Edible Fashion Awards.
The Edible Fashion Awards are a fantastic opportunity for aspiring and...
Date: Friday 26 August
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A vibrant collection of local artisans offering you a huge variety of their amazing handcrafted goods. Over 25 stalls with everything from babywear, jewellery, homeware gifts, reusable gift bags, lavender collections and so much more.
Out the front will be a local school with food and drink for...
Date: Saturday 30 July to Saturday 17 December
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Two poets and a musician combine to present a comic and lyric portrait of Aotearoa New Zealand and its place in the South Pacific today. Their Mad Doggerel poetry cabaret is full of cascading words, wild musicality and lightning humour.
David Eggleton, the current Poet Laureate of Aotearoa 2019...
Date: Saturday 27 August
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Flying Nun Records and HBAF Presents
Reb Fountain IRIS Tour
With touring plans curtailed in 2021, Reb Fountain welcomes the opportunity to bring IRIS to life with her band in 2022.
Reb shares, “After releasing IRIS in October 2021 we were all set to tour the album and like so many of our...
Date: Saturday 27 August
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Take time out and move on from Covid. Get together and celebrate Great Food and Great Wine. Be mesmerized by the story of Black Barn by Head Wine Maker Dave McKee and what goes into making each wine they produce soo special. Warm yourself by the fires and listen to the crashing waves as the...
Date: Monday 29 August
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay's 91.9 The Sound is proud to present a monthly Quiz night at The Taradale Club!
We'd love for you to join! Once a month at The Taradale Club, with a wide range of topics, there will be something to make you look clever!
Register your team of up to six players, entry is a gold...
Date: Wednesday 27 July to Wednesday 30 November
Where: Taradale Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 7 July to Thursday 1 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The boyz are very excited to be invited back to Napier yet again.
Their last gig in Napier sold out so don't leave it to the last minute!
Door sales not guaranteed.
Call Joe to book yours NOW: 027-582-9925
Son de Cuba* is who they are and what they play.
Son de Cuba is the first-ever...
Date: Saturday 3 September
Where: Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, 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 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Book Chat is a friendly gathering of book lovers.
Come along to talk about the books you've been reading and to see what's new in the library.
All welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Tuesday 13 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night for beginners and experienced dancers this is a social rock n roll club, we welcome those who want to learn rock n roll and we will assist you. Become a member of the rock n roll club for $10.00 a year which this financial year has only...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 September
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come gather round people wherever you roam - and groove to Wellington's favourite Dylan tribute band at Napier's Paisley Stage.
The Zimmermans are a ten piece Wellington band of Dylan enthusiasts who have been taking their show on the road for the past few years, to sell out houses. Think folk,...
Date: Friday 9 September
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
My Walk In Wardrobe is Wellington's own sustainable fashion market.
Preloved, upcycled, vintage, handmade, locally made...
Clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories for all genders and sizes!
My Walk In Wardrobe is for everyone - whether you're a thrifty shopper, trying to be more mindful of...
Date: Saturday 10 September to Saturday 26 November
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Pukehou Trail Run and kids colour run is an exciting off road sport experience in a stunning Central Hawkes Bay location with both family-friendly and challenging distances to suit EVERYONE.
Date: 11th day of September 2022
Location: Kahotea Farm is located at 269 Drumpeel Road, approx. 25...
Date: Sunday 11 September
Where: Kahotea Farm, Pukehou, Central Hawke's Bay
Each month the Hastings Music Society presents varied concerts that feature a selection of predominantly classical music from local Hawkes bay musicians, singers, soloists, chamber groups, choirs, big bands and orchestras. These concerts are held March through November in the beautiful St Matthews...
Date: Sunday 10 July to Sunday 13 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the country. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the...
Date: Sunday 14 August to Sunday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bret McKenzie—whom you know from such modern musical treasures as comedy duo Flight of the Conchords, the Muppets movie reboots and other ace family-friendly soundtracks, Lord of the Rings fan blogs, guest songs for The Simpsons, cycling around the streets of Wellington, and more— has a new...
Date: Tuesday 13 September
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Whether you have ever visited All Saints' before or not, you are welcome to join us for one of our fortnightly community lunches.
A delicious meal with main and dessert, joined by great company and always a laugh or two, this is a great afternoon out!
There is no charge for the lunch, but a...
Date: Wednesday 13 July to Wednesday 14 December
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The outrageously funny Kevin Bloody Wilson returns to NZ, bringing Kiwi’s another side-splitting dose of his original fair-dinkum Aussie humour supported by Jenny Talia from Australia.
Since releasing his first hugely popular album “Your Average Australian Yobbo” in 1984 and hit songs like...
Date: Friday 16 September
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Spring Collective event is a fun-filled event where there will be cultural groups performing on stage, food stalls, bouncy castles, information stalls and face painting.
It's a great chance to host an inclusive event to kick off the summer season.
It is also a great opportunity to come...
Date: Saturday 17 September
Where: Mitre 10 Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Messy Church is a chance for families, young and old to engage with the message of Jesus in a fun and creative way. With craft, activities, food and music, there are all the components for a great afternoon and all directed at important messages of character, faith and hope.
Each Messy Church...
Date: Saturday 16 July to Saturday 19 November
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Taradale's biggest annual outdoor event!
2022 will be the 10th Taradale Village Fete and the best ever!
Over 50 high quality local and out of town stalls, selling a great range of quality goods, including:
- Handmade products
- Fresh fruit and vegetables
- Delicious hot food
-...
Date: Sunday 18 September
Where: Taradale Primary School, 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...
Date: Tuesday 19 July to Tuesday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 20 July to Wednesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A vibrant collection of local artisans offering you a huge variety of their amazing handcrafted goods. Over 25 stalls with everything from babywear, jewellery, homeware gifts, reusable gift bags, lavender collections and so much more.
Out the front will be a local school with food and drink for...
Date: Saturday 30 July to Saturday 17 December
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Blossom Parade... we're Back! NOW ON Saturday September 24th, 2022 at 1:00pm. Our theme for 2022 is... 'Transport to Delight'!
It is our privilege to have the opportunity to bring the community together to celebrate the arrival of Spring and renew a sense of pride in our region. We...
Date: Saturday 24 September
Where: Hastings Clock Tower, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
After 16 years since Blindspott's last recording, the band have returned to the recording studio with a bang ! Releasing their first single R.I.P.(Rest In Pieces) on the 2021 Rock 2000 which entered the chart at #60 the first time ever an unheard of song has ever been voted into the chart let alone...
Date: Saturday 24 September
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get your tickets now for a great night out!
Dust off your disco shoes and jive the night away with live music from Sir Duke as they pump out all your favourite 70’s tunes!
Come dressed in your best 70’s outfit and enjoy a fabulous night of dancing, spot prizes, frolics and fun! Enjoy a ...
Date: Saturday 24 September
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Eddie Rayner (Split Enz), Andrew McLennan (Coconut Rough / Pop Mechanic) and Pat Kuhtze (all-star drummer) have played guiding hands in a roll call of classic downunder bands like Split Enz, Coconut Rough, Pop Mechanix, and The Swingers.
And now, in support of their stunning self-titled debut...
Date: Saturday 24 September
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay's 91.9 The Sound is proud to present a monthly Quiz night at The Taradale Club!
We'd love for you to join! Once a month at The Taradale Club, with a wide range of topics, there will be something to make you look clever!
Register your team of up to six players, entry is a gold...
Date: Wednesday 27 July to Wednesday 30 November
Where: Taradale Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Motel California is the Eagles Tribute you've been hearing about, selling out gigs across the country. A stylistically and authentic Live Band of professional musicians who sing, play and perform like they've been together for decades - just like the original. Playing all the best loves Eagles...
Date: Friday 30 September
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling is returning to Hawke's Bay! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay in action! All profits from this family friendly event are going to Mayfair School!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for nearly 20 years and has seen many of its...
Date: Saturday 1 October
Where: Mayfair School Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing Concerts of Note...
Concerts of Note is our new boutique concert series! These are still daytime concerts but will be performed with limited audience capacity.
Our Concerts of Note series will be held in iconic venues giving you a special bespoke feel: Sensational 60s in wedding...
Date: Tuesday 4 October
Where: St Luke's Anglican Church, Havelock North, 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 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Book Chat is a friendly gathering of book lovers.
Come along to talk about the books you've been reading and to see what's new in the library.
All welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Tuesday 13 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner with this full stage production brimming with Tina hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s.
Featuring the powerful, raspy vocals and thrilling stage presence of Caroline Borole live on stage, complete with band, brass section, backing vocalists...
Date: Wednesday 5 October
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 7 July to Thursday 1 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
TEG Dainty is thrilled to announce that famed time-twisting musical collective Postmodern Jukebox are bringing The Grand Reopening Tour to theatre stages across the country in March 2022.
Early last year, pop-jazz phenomenon, Postmodern Jukebox, set out to celebrate a new-millennium Roaring 20s,...
Date: Friday 7 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Banished Music & Under The Radar presents
Garageland
“Last Exit to Garageland” 25th Anniversary Tour
Citizens, it’s been roughly 9125 days since Flying Nun chart invaders Garageland released Last Exit to Garageland to the world and the band are happy to announce their return
Take...
Date: Friday 7 October
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
One of Aotearoa’s favourite touring acts, award-winning indie-folk artist Mel Parsons announces the release of her new album SLOW BURN for September 16, as well as revealing an 11-date national tour to follow in support of the album release.
Parsons hits the road in October, and...
Date: Friday 7 October
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
After a covid cancellation last year we are back. Mark the date. This long-standing event on the Central Hawke's Bay calendar is a must-do. Stalls, food, games and much more followed by the annual duck race.
More details to follow. Stalls are just $25 for a 3x3 with all stall fees going to...
Date: Saturday 8 October
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Each month the Hastings Music Society presents varied concerts that feature a selection of predominantly classical music from local Hawkes bay musicians, singers, soloists, chamber groups, choirs, big bands and orchestras. These concerts are held March through November in the beautiful St Matthews...
Date: Sunday 10 July to Sunday 13 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the country. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the...
Date: Sunday 14 August to Sunday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Whether you have ever visited All Saints' before or not, you are welcome to join us for one of our fortnightly community lunches.
A delicious meal with main and dessert, joined by great company and always a laugh or two, this is a great afternoon out!
There is no charge for the lunch, but a...
Date: Wednesday 13 July to Wednesday 14 December
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
CHB Spring Fling
‘Tell Me On A Sunday’ By Andrew Lloyd Webber & Don Black
Directed by David Coddington.
A one-woman musical that charts the course of a young English girl newly arrived in New York.
Brimming with optimism, she sets out to seek success, companionship and, of course,...
Date: Friday 14 October
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Messy Church is a chance for families, young and old to engage with the message of Jesus in a fun and creative way. With craft, activities, food and music, there are all the components for a great afternoon and all directed at important messages of character, faith and hope.
Each Messy Church...
Date: Saturday 16 July to Saturday 19 November
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A carefully curated selection of works which will showcase the Royal New Zealand Ballet at their best, from beloved classical favourites to recent works that have claimed a rightful place on the international stage. From Le Corsaire and The Nutcracker to contemporary ballets by Christopher...
Date: Saturday 15 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...
Date: Tuesday 19 July to Tuesday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 20 July to Wednesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“Unique combination of traditional and innovative performance techniques. AlHaj’s spontaneous inventions are constantly fascinating.”
– Los Angeles Times
Love and loss. Home and hope. Grammy-winning Iraqi-American composer and oud player, Rahim AlHaj leads the New Zealand String...
Date: Wednesday 19 October
Where: Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
One of the leading names in dance music, SUB FOCUS remains an influential figure in the Drum & Bass scene, coming in hot after revealing the first taster of new music to come, ‘It’s Time’ ft. Gene Farris. The single was first premiered at his recent sold-out debut of Circular Sound at...
Date: Saturday 22 October
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay's 91.9 The Sound is proud to present a monthly Quiz night at The Taradale Club!
We'd love for you to join! Once a month at The Taradale Club, with a wide range of topics, there will be something to make you look clever!
Register your team of up to six players, entry is a gold...
Date: Wednesday 27 July to Wednesday 30 November
Where: Taradale Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A vibrant collection of local artisans offering you a huge variety of their amazing handcrafted goods. Over 25 stalls with everything from babywear, jewellery, homeware gifts, reusable gift bags, lavender collections and so much more.
Out the front will be a local school with food and drink for...
Date: Saturday 30 July to Saturday 17 December
Where: Clive Community 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 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Book Chat is a friendly gathering of book lovers.
Come along to talk about the books you've been reading and to see what's new in the library.
All welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Tuesday 13 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 7 July to Thursday 1 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fall into the ring of fire in this unforgettable music concert dedicated to the music, love and lives of Johnny Cash and June Carter.
For more than 40 years Johnny Cash and June Carter enthralled audiences around the world with their songs of life, love and heartache. A love story played out...
Date: Friday 4 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
SIX60 SATURDAYS is back for 2022.
SIX60 announce a triumphant return with New Zealand’s first-ever nationwide stadium tour.
SIX60 will once again be paving the way as the first-ever live concert at Napier’s McLean Park.
VIP tickets available.
Tickets - on sale now.
Date: Saturday 5 November
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Whether you have ever visited All Saints' before or not, you are welcome to join us for one of our fortnightly community lunches.
A delicious meal with main and dessert, joined by great company and always a laugh or two, this is a great afternoon out!
There is no charge for the lunch, but a...
Date: Wednesday 13 July to Wednesday 14 December
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
German-born British composer Max Richter takes us on a journey through his re-imagined landscape of Vivaldi’s pictorial masterpiece The Four Seasons. “The Four Seasons is something we all carry around with us,” says Richter.
“It’s just everywhere. This project is about reclaiming this...
Date: Thursday 10 November
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our popular and famous Hawke's Bay Napier Wellbeing and Vegan Market 2022! Everyone welcome and invited.
- Lots of amazing stalls to explore!
- Mind Body Spirit Marketplace. Free Health Checks and Advice. Free Treatments and Samples
- Healers' Zone: Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Chair massage,...
Date: Saturday 12 November to Sunday 13 November
Where: Taradale Town Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NEW DATE - 12 November 2022
The Enchanted Ball supporting Te Mata Park.
Presented by Etiquette & The Flagship Events Company.
The Enchanted Ball Supporting Te Mata Park sold out in 2019, 2020 & 2021.
Set in an idyllic secret location with the stunning surrounds of the Hawke’s Bay...
Date: Saturday 12 November
Where: Havelock North i-SITE, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
All the greats from both sides of the Tasman.
Performed by one of NZs best ever Kiwiana-Aussie themed concept bands, Tazman AZ.
Come on down and rock out to all of your favourite songs from great Kiwi and Aussie artist like; Dragon, Split ENZ, Hello Sailor, DD Smash, Cold Chisel, The Angels,...
Date: Saturday 12 November
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Each month the Hastings Music Society presents varied concerts that feature a selection of predominantly classical music from local Hawkes bay musicians, singers, soloists, chamber groups, choirs, big bands and orchestras. These concerts are held March through November in the beautiful St Matthews...
Date: Sunday 10 July to Sunday 13 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the country. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the...
Date: Sunday 14 August to Sunday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, 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...
Date: Tuesday 19 July to Tuesday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 20 July to Wednesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It’s time to secure your seats to the ABBA show everyone loves and adores! The world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand!
Far from being ‘just another cover band’, Dancing Queen: A Tribute To ABBA is a full-scale concert production featuring more than two hours of fun,...
Date: Friday 18 November
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Are you Hawke’s Bays Top Team?
The iconic 80’s travelling game show saw teams representing New Zealand towns pitted against each other, in a series of colourful challenges. Top Town was light-hearted entertainment gold — but the battle for civic bragging rights was serious stuff. We are...
Date: Saturday 19 November
Where: Mitre 10 Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Messy Church is a chance for families, young and old to engage with the message of Jesus in a fun and creative way. With craft, activities, food and music, there are all the components for a great afternoon and all directed at important messages of character, faith and hope.
Each Messy Church...
Date: Saturday 16 July to Saturday 19 November
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its return to Hawke's Bay! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for nearly 20 years and has seen many of its talented wrestlers go on to perform in WWE,...
Date: Friday 25 November
Where: Flaxmere Community Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A vibrant collection of local artisans offering you a huge variety of their amazing handcrafted goods. Over 25 stalls with everything from babywear, jewellery, homeware gifts, reusable gift bags, lavender collections and so much more.
Out the front will be a local school with food and drink for...
Date: Saturday 30 July to Saturday 17 December
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
ESKDALE SCHOOL's major fundraiser is the Bay View Market Day! Held on the last Saturday in November, it attracts thousands of people.
Last year sadly Covid shut us down but in previous years we have had around 130 stalls.
Description
The variety of high-quality crafts offered are varied...
Date: Saturday 26 November
Where: Petane War Memorial Domain, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
My Walk In Wardrobe is Wellington's own sustainable fashion market.
Preloved, upcycled, vintage, handmade, locally made...
Clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories for all genders and sizes!
My Walk In Wardrobe is for everyone - whether you're a thrifty shopper, trying to be more mindful of...
Date: Saturday 10 September to Saturday 26 November
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its return to Napier! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for nearly 20 years and has seen many of its talented wrestlers go on to perform in WWE, AEW,...
Date: Saturday 26 November
Where: Asher Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing Concerts of Note...
Concerts of Note is our new boutique concert series! These are still daytime concerts but will be performed with limited audience capacity.
Our Concerts of Note series will be held in iconic venues giving you a special bespoke feel: Sensational 60s in wedding...
Date: Tuesday 29 November
Where: Duart House, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay's 91.9 The Sound is proud to present a monthly Quiz night at The Taradale Club!
We'd love for you to join! Once a month at The Taradale Club, with a wide range of topics, there will be something to make you look clever!
Register your team of up to six players, entry is a gold...
Date: Wednesday 27 July to Wednesday 30 November
Where: Taradale Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 7 July to Thursday 1 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Postponed from 21st June 2022
The Musical Gala with an International cast brings London’s West End and New York’s Broadway to New Zealand for the first time.
The World of Musicals brings the very best of Musical theatre to life.
This incredible production is a wonderful revue of all...
Date: Monday 5 December
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The World of Musicals Concert has graced stages across the globe and features a world-class ensemble of multi-talented performing artists who exquisitely recreate classic hits, fused with emotive ballads, big-screen anthems and iconic show tunes.
From the best of “The Phantom of the Opera”...
Date: Monday 5 December
Where: Napier Municipal 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 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 5 July to Tuesday 6 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The World of Musicals Concert has graced stages across the globe and features a world-class ensemble of multi-talented performing artists who exquisitely recreate classic hits, fused with emotive ballads, big-screen anthems and iconic show tunes.
From the best of “The Phantom of the Opera”...
Date: Wednesday 7 December
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the country. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the...
Date: Sunday 14 August to Sunday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It’s time to secure your seats to the ABBA show everyone loves and adores! The world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand!
Far from being ‘just another cover band’, Dancing Queen: A Tribute To ABBA is a full-scale concert production featuring more than two hours of...
Date: Monday 12 December
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Flaxmere Library Book Chat is a friendly gathering of book lovers.
Come along to talk about the books you've been reading and to see what's new in the library.
All welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Tuesday 12 July to Tuesday 13 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Whether you have ever visited All Saints' before or not, you are welcome to join us for one of our fortnightly community lunches.
A delicious meal with main and dessert, joined by great company and always a laugh or two, this is a great afternoon out!
There is no charge for the lunch, but a...
Date: Wednesday 13 July to Wednesday 14 December
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A vibrant collection of local artisans offering you a huge variety of their amazing handcrafted goods. Over 25 stalls with everything from babywear, jewellery, homeware gifts, reusable gift bags, lavender collections and so much more.
Out the front will be a local school with food and drink for...
Date: Saturday 30 July to Saturday 17 December
Where: Clive Community Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Now coming in 2022
"Jingle Jigs, Reels a Treat.”
Ken Longworth – The Newcastle Herald
After breaking touring records in 2019 and following a further sell-out tour of Australia in 2021 with A Taste of Ireland, the all-singing, all-dancing, family-friendly treat, ‘A Celtic Christmas by A...
Date: Sunday 18 December
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...
Date: Tuesday 19 July to Tuesday 20 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 20 July to Wednesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We are back!
The A Summer's Day Live Tour kicks off January 2023 with a few of our favourite acts: UB40, Jefferson Starship & Dragon!
Spark presale at 12pm on Thursday April 21 from www.trademarkgroup.co.nz
General public on sale on sale at 12pm on Tuesday April 26 from...
Date: Thursday 29 December
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Culture Kings presents Juicy Fest!
Scheduled for 8 shows across AUS & NZ summer, January 2023.
Boasting a star studded lineup headlined by Nelly, Ne-Yo & Ja Rule followed by Bow Wow, Xzibit, Pretty Ricky, Mya, Twista with more artists to be announced.
Presale tickets for all shows is 6pm...
Date: Thursday 5 January
Where: Tremain Field, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the country. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the...
Date: Sunday 14 August to Sunday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
BOHM Presents Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny
Star of the UK’s most-streamed Netflix comedy special of 2021, Jimmy is back on the road with brand new material for 2023.
Jimmy’s show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things.
Terrible things that might have affected you or people you...
Date: Wednesday 25 January
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at the beautiful Paritua Vineyard & Winery for Run the Vines, in the wine-growing region of Bridge Pa, Hastings. Walk or run the flat and scenic 5km, 10km or 15km around the vines, then sit back and enjoy some live music while enjoying a glass of Paritua wine (or a non-alcoholic juice) to...
Date: Saturday 4 February
Where: Paritua Vineyards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Be Challenged
A spectacular 55 kms course. Run, walk or MTB. Choose from the One Peak Explorer (20km), Two Peak Tiki Tour (35km) or the Ultimate Three Peak SOLO (55km)!
Be Impressed
Breathtaking views. Fun single track. Stunning private land. A few hearty river crossings. Well stocked aid...
Date: Saturday 25 February
Where: Keith Sands Grove, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A genuine Country Fair and rural Auction set around a beautiful lake.
It is a great family event with well-established trees for shade, ample seating and plentiful free parking.
Entry is by Gold Coin donation.
There are over 100 quality stalls and plenty of entertainment for children such as...
Date: Sunday 26 February
Where: The Puketapu Lake, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
For the first time in five years, Frontier Touring and Eccles Entertainment are thrilled to announce formidable pop queen Lorde will return to stages around New Zealand and Australia in February and March 2022. Kicking off in her native New Zealand on Sunday 27 February, Lorde’s Solar Power Tour...
Date: Wednesday 1 March
Where: Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Rescheduled from 6th March.
Much loved Los Angeles based, New Zealand singer-songwriter GIN WIGMORE is returning home for a five-date regional tour in March 2023.
Gin’s unmistakable raw and raspy powerhouse vocals will exhilarate fans with her rollicking stage presence and characteristic...
Date: Saturday 11 March
Where: Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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