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The National Aquarium of New Zealand is proud to present the National Geographic, ‘Pristine Seas: Bring the Ocean Back’ exhibition!
Get ready for an unforgettable journey as you explore breathtaking ocean photography and discover the incredible stories behind 44 global expeditions. Learn how...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 9 February
Where: National Aquarium of New Zealand, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Iconic Frosty Boy Ice Cream & milkshakes!
Date: Wednesday 15 January to Sunday 26 January
Where: Baxter’s Sunflower farm, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Waka kōrero Māori: waka carrying the taonga, te reo The Waka Kōrero Māori exhibition encourages learning the Māori alphabet by pronouncing the names of the kaharehe animal treasures on display. Bring your whanau to MTG – it’s free! Kō Waka Kōrero Māori hei whakaaturanga kia...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Pūrākau o Te Whenua explores the legends and tales of Te Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay. The special names given to hills, mountains, rivers, and streams of our region all tell a pūrākau (story) about the events and the people who lived on or near them. If you’ve ever wondered about the story...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This exhibition shows a history of people and places of Ngāti Kahungunu, telling stories of their time and the events that shaped Te Matau-a-Māui into the region of Hawke’s Bay, events that also helped to shape Aotearoa into New Zealand. Kahungunu was a peaceful man, a producer, provider,...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“The outline of the hill turned into a giant serpent as it heaved up and down. The shock wave swept across it, creating a monster crossing the skyline.” - NG Bailey At 10:47am on 3 February 1931, a devastating earthquake struck Hawke’s Bay. In that moment it seemed the end of the world had...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 30 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Step into a vibrant world of colour this summer at the Faraday Museum, while exploring at our new Science of Colour exhibition, where curiosity and creativity collide! Explore 13 interactive stations that take you on a journey through the fascinating world of colour. Dive into the history of hues,...
Date: Wednesday 8 January to Wednesday 29 January
Where: The Faraday Museum of Technology, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Toi Koru presents the first major survey exhibition of paintings by the Māori master of colour and kōwhaiwhai, Dr Sandy Adsett.
Featuring paintings created over six decades, Toi Koru tracks the trajectory of Adsett’s painting practice from the late 1960s to today.
The exhibition features...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 2 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the Museum’s collection, each artwork in this exhibition conveys a perspective on times and events that shaped Te-Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay and Aotearoa, New Zealand into what they are today.
Some of the art works were created at the time of the event, the artists bearing witnesses to...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 27 April
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
2024, digital video clips, 3.00 mins each.
Commissioned by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.
This installation presents 'Doco Dance', a creative project by Xin Ji. For 114 days, the artist filmed himself daily, performing a three-minute choreographic sequence in various locations including...
Date: Tuesday 31 December to Saturday 1 February
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tuesday 21 January
10am – 12 noon
Napier Library
Put on your creative hat and come along to our holiday family Lego® session!
Date: Tuesday 21 January
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready for the biggest scooter event of the year!
The 2025 NZ Scooter Nationals are coming back to Bay Skate in Napier, and it's going to be EPIC.
Six action-packed days of next-level tricks, fierce competition, and non-stop excitement!
Tuesday, 21st January
It’s time to prove...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Saturday 25 January
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for the perfect school holiday activity? Look no further!
Open 10-2pm Tuesday -Saturday in school holidays for walk in VR Chairs and Escape rooms
Immersive Escape Rooms .... $35 per person
- Challenge your wits, test your teamwork, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
-...
Date: Friday 17 January to Saturday 1 March
Where: Beyond the Box Escape Rooms, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Offering reflects Cindy Huang’s research into the Tauiwi Chinese New Zealand community in Te Matau-a-Māui, both past and present, with a focus on the region's market gardens, gardeners, and grocers. Due to a notable absence of recorded accounts in local and national museums and repositories, she...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 1 February
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class!
From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand!
What's in Store for You?
Join our 14-week...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E ngākaunui ana a Maioha Kara (Ngāti Korokī Kahukura, Ngāti Tipa, Te Ātihaunui-a-Pāpārangi, Tūhourangi, Te Whānau a Hinetapora, Kuki Airani) ki ngā hononga ki waenga i ngā mea katoa. Kei tēnei whakaaturanga o āna toi hou me āna toi o mua, kei te whakaatu atu a Kara i ngā hononga ki...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 29 March
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
He Mihi
Haere mai ki te hui
Whakairo te kupu ō whakaaro
Ngā hua o Papatūānuku
Mai rā anō te tangata i waihanga
Anamata e
Come let us gather
Carve your thoughts in words set free
Of the enduring progeny of Mother Earth
From times past the creative ones
And into the future
...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 29 March
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Through making ceramics, Tracy Keith (Ngāpuhi) explores a vast realm of connections between people and te taiao (the natural world). In Remember Industry, Keith looks to the whakapapa of natural materials like clay and timber that have shaped human lives, meaning, and livelihoods.
The artist...
Date: Tuesday 31 December to Saturday 1 February
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions!
Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week.
Free, no booking required.
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the late nineteenth century, tuberculosis was a major cause of death for New Zealanders. After the First World War returning soldiers doubled New Zealand’s T.B. numbers. Caring for these returned soldiers was part of the on-going war effort and hospitals were established, Pukeora becoming...
Date: Monday 30 December to Saturday 1 March
Where: CHB Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Hastings District Libraries Summer Sparks Challenge is for children aged 5-12.
The programme runs annually from early December to late January.
What is Summer Sparks? It's a fun set of challenges and activities providing an innovative and dynamic way of encouraging children’s learning and...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 26 January
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings District Libraries Summer Sparks Challenge is for children aged 5-12.
The programme runs annually from early December to late January.
What is Summer Sparks? It's a fun set of challenges and activities providing an innovative and dynamic way of encouraging children’s learning and...
Date: Monday 6 January to Saturday 25 January
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings District Libraries Summer Sparks Challenge is for children aged 5-12.
The programme runs annually from early December to late January.
What is Summer Sparks? It's a fun set of challenges and activities providing an innovative and dynamic way of encouraging children’s learning and...
Date: Monday 6 January to Saturday 25 January
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along with the kids and enjoy these water themed activities at Waiaroha Heretaunga Water Discovery Centre this January.
The activities will be kicking off from Monday 8 January and running until Friday 2 February.
Boat Race
Mondays and Saturdays from 11am-12pm
Build a boat with the...
Date: Monday 6 January to Friday 31 January
Where: Waiaroha Heretaunga Water Discovery Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Become an Ocean Detective This Summer!
Get ready to become an Ocean Detective with this family-friendly, hands-on activity at the National Aquarium of New Zealand. You’ll learn about our incredible coastline while making a positive impact on ocean conservation!
Guided by our marine experts,...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 9 February
Where: National Aquarium of New Zealand, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tai chi for Health is a gentle exercise program suitable for all fitness levels - can even be done seated. It enhances wellbeing, reduces stress, promotes strength and flexibility and is great fun. Classes are small and friendly. No special equipment or clothing required, just comfortable loose...
Date: Tuesday 21 January
Where: Church of Christ Hall, Napier, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
For tamariki aged 9 to 13.
Come and join the wonderful HaBYT tutors and embark on a journey together of making a play in 3 days! Exploring voice, movement, characterisation and stage craft, with loads of fun along the way!
Perfect for aspiring young actors eager to dive into the thrilling world...
Date: Wednesday 22 January to Friday 24 January
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fabulous way to start the year as our fiddler, accordionist and singers romp through the best of Irish and Scottish ballads, jigs, jokes and patriotic songs!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Bonavenutre Allan-Moetaua
Karl Perigo
Marian Burns
Alex Foster-Winder
Russell Dixon
Tracey...
Date: Wednesday 22 January
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Drop your favourite teddy bear off for an overnight sleepover at the Library! What mischief will they get up too? Note: Collection of Teddy Bears is any time from 12:00pm, Thursday 23rd January 2024.
Suitable for all ages.
These Statement Must Be Included on Every Event Listing Children...
Date: Wednesday 22 January
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Surely Skate has moved to the bay and we are now running weekly lessons at Havelock North Skatepark. These lessons are held every Wednesday from 4pm. Boards and helmets can be provided free of charge, although you are more than welcome to bring your own. These lessons can range from beginner skills...
Date: Wednesday 8 January to Wednesday 22 January
Where: Havelock North Domain, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
For ages 10+
Embark on an adventure filled with exciting challenges, and endless fun. Test your skills, creativity, and teamwork as you navigate through a series of quests. Think you’ve got what it takes to conquer the unknown?
Please note participants will be put into teams on arrival.
...
Date: Wednesday 22 January
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Pizza, snacks, games, friends - what more could you want? Let's celebrate one more time before school goes back with our epic Library Lock In.
Suitable for ages 13-18. Registration Required - Please Register Through the Libraries Website.
Children Must Be Accompanied by a Caregiver. We May...
Date: Wednesday 22 January
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to stand on the Opera House stage and look out towards the audience? Would you like to take a peek in the dressing-rooms frequented by world renowned performers? Or perhaps you’re a history buff who wants to discover the history behind the beautiful...
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Thursday 23 January
Afternoon sessions available
For ages 7+
Napier Library
Calling all budding animators! Put your creative talents to the test and create a Stop Motion animation!
Limited spaces. Registration essential.
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fabulous way to start the year as our fiddler, accordionist and singers romp through the best of Irish and Scottish ballads, jigs, jokes and patriotic songs!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Bonavenutre Allan-Moetaua
Karl Perigo
Marian Burns
Alex Foster-Winder
Russell Dixon
Tracey...
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand.
Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes:
• Sketching,...
Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Coming to you Live at the Meeanee Hall!
Food and drink available from 6pm with music from 6:30pm.
C.W. Stoneking is an Australian/American singer, musician, recording artist. Born in
Katherine in the Northern Territory of Australia in the mid 1970s. He has lived and
toured across...
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Meeanee Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready to soak up the summer vibes at Botanic Beats!
This free summer concert is the perfect excuse for a picnic. Round up your whānau or gather your mates for a laid-back evening out.
Bringing the beats is Killer Queens - featuring a 4-piece band and 3 female lead vocalists. There will...
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Napier Botanical Gardens, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Chris Beernink sets the record straight with: Nancy Wilson/Cannonball Adderley!
One of the great vocal albums from Capitol Records in the 1960s, this show will be captivating for the jazz-curious, as well as the affable aficionados. An exquisite collaboration between Nancy Wilson’s vocal...
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Zealand Youth Symphonic Winds is Aotearoa’s premier youth concert band and is an integral part of NZCBA’s National Bands Programme which aims to promote music-making across the country. Since it’s inception in 2012, NZYSW has been the national representative ensemble for young concert...
Date: Thursday 23 January
Where: Iona College, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Friday 24 January
10am – 1pm
Park Island
Come and join us and see if you can find Wanda the missing librarian. She’s hidden herself all around Park Island. Try and find all her hiding places and crack her secret code!
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: Park Island, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Concert by the NZ Youth Symphonic Winds orchestra.
Entry by koha
New Zealand Youth Symphonic Winds is Aotearoa’s premier youth concert band and is an integral part of NZCBA’s National Bands Programme which aims to promote music-making across the country. Since it’s inception in 2012,...
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Challenge your creative muscles by painting - with a twist. You must swap canvases and keep the theme flowing. Who knows what amazing art you will create together?
Suitable for ages 10-12. Registration required - please register through the libraries website.
Children must be accompanied by a...
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at the Napier Night Fiesta!
Spend a laid-back evening in Napier’s Memorial Square and head into the weekend feeling relaxed and ready for your end-of-week plans.
Our talented musicians Ella Pollet, Nicol Bates and Yes Yes No will set the mood with originals and crowd-favourite...
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Coming to you Live at the Meeanee Hall!
Food and drink available from 6pm with music from 6:30pm.
C.W. Stoneking is an Australian/American singer, musician, recording artist. Born in
Katherine in the Northern Territory of Australia in the mid 1970s. He has lived and
toured across...
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: Pukehou Christ Church, Pukehou, Central Hawke's Bay
The King of Reggae, the Rastafarian Prophet, the honour-rebel Robert Nesta Marley - Bob Marley - turns 80 on Feb 6 2024.
Hawke’s Bay’s favourite reggae band The Rude Boyz will be performing a tribute to mark this auspicious occasion with a full showcase of his most iconic fan favourites and...
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
With a blend of dreamy acoustic duets, foot-stomping folk and bluesy murder ballads, New Zealand-formed and Nashville-based trio South for Winter’s sound is as eclectic as their origins. The act is comprised of kiwi Nick Stone, Coloradan Dani Cichon, and Michigander Alex Stradal, and together the...
Date: Friday 24 January
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Free entry (Sponsored by Tammy Jensen - Bayleys Real Estate)
Here is a great reason for the kids to put the devices away and enjoy a good, old-fashioned treasure hunt. On Saturday 25th January the Havelock North Village will be the home to 125 hidden rocks – each with the potential to win a...
Date: Saturday 25 January
Where: Havelock North - Bayleys Real Estate, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Saturday 25 January
10am-12 noon
Napier Library
Pop in and create a pin badge. You can draw your own design or use pictures that we’ve provided to create your own one-of-a-kind badge!
Date: Saturday 25 January
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...
Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We're excited to announce a new initiative at Radburnd Cellars with the launch of our Cellar Door Collective!
We've invited three outstanding producers without cellar doors to join @Bostock and ourselves in our beautiful new space- the Stables.
@amoisewines
@chateaugarage
@winesbyjennydobson...
Date: Saturday 4 January to Sunday 26 January
Where: Radburnd Cellars, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We’re excited to introduce World Sauce, a dynamic performing arts group that brings together the vibrant worlds of music, dance, drama, poetry, and visual arts. Drawing inspiration from diverse global cultures and the creative magic of Cirque du Soleil, World Sauce is dedicated to creating...
Date: Saturday 25 January
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A free night of sick music brought to you by HBHC.
Date: Saturday 25 January
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Boomb is back baby! Cherry Boomb is back to producing and ready to bring some outstanding events and entertainment your way.
So we thought it was time to celebrate some iconic queens. We’ve got royal ones, theatrical ones, musical ones! It’s all about variety here and this show is no...
Date: Saturday 25 January
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The biggest market in Hawkes Bay.Well over 60 stalls to explore.Well worth a visit.
Wet or fine you will find market open.
Sunday morning its not to far.
Beside the Ocean and next to the Spa.
Grab a coffee,Kiwi Kai or try some really tasty Thai.
Quirky collectibles,freshest fruit and some of...
Date: Sunday 5 January to Sunday 2 March
Where: Napier Sunday Markets, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our regular skateboard lessons are continuing on through the summer school holidays!
Wednesdays 1pm-1:45pm
Thursdays 1pm-1:45pm
Thursdays 5pm-6pm (Females only - FREE - No booking needed)
Fridays 3pm-3:45pm
Sundays 2pm-2:45pm (Intermediate to advanced skill levels only)
Sundays 3pm-3:45pm
...
Date: Sunday 26 January to Sunday 2 February
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wāhineahuone - Karanga Symposium
Karanga te pō, Karanga te ao
Kurawaka Limited are pleased to host this inaugural Karanga Symposium in the heart of Heretaunga, Ngāti Kahungunu. Kurawaka Retreat Centre located in the homelands of Ngāti Kere, Pōrangahau has been a welcoming place for many...
Date: Wednesday 29 January
Where: Toitoi - Assembly Ballroom, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Liven up you weeknight with a game under lights watching the big-hitting Central Stags take on the defending Dream11 Super Smash champions - the Auckland Aces!
Dream11 Super Smash returns to Napier, this is the third of three matchdays this month, all T20 doubleheaders with BLACKCAPS and WHITE...
Date: Wednesday 29 January
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Small Hall Sessions will be at the Otané Town Hall on 29th of Jan 2025 with Charm of Finches!
Doors will open from 6:00pm with meals, drinks and desserts available. Music starts at 6:30pm.
Australian sister duo Charm of Finches delivers intricate folk-pop that is simultaneously graceful...
Date: Wednesday 29 January
Where: Otane Town Hall, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Small Hall Sessions will be at the Otané Town Hall on 29th of Jan 2025 with Charm of Finches!
Doors will open from 6:00pm with meals, drinks and desserts available. Music starts at 6:30pm.
Australian sister duo Charm of Finches delivers intricate folk-pop that is simultaneously graceful...
Date: Thursday 30 January
Where: Te Awanga Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
BOHM PRESENTS
SARAH MILLICAN
Late Bloomer
When Sarah Millican was a child, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til’ she was 16.
Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop.
In Late Bloomer,...
Date: Thursday 30 January
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Want to practice speaking te reo Māori outside of the classroom?
Visit Z Heretaunga Service Station and give your kōrero a go!
Try ordering a coffee in te reo Māori and meet with others using their reo.
(The first 70 people will get their coffee for free!)
Find out more:...
Date: Friday 31 January
Where: Z Heretaunga Service Station, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us on Friday the 31st of January 2025 to take a close look at Chardonnay from local producers and further afield.
This is the opportunity to come together as a region to discuss and workshop Chardonnay. A space where we can learn from each other and our speakers, who will offer different...
Date: Friday 31 January
Where: Toitoi - Shakespeare Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the opening of 'The Village,' exhibition by Kirk Nicholls, in our upstairs gallery on Friday 31st of Jan, 5-7pm.
Kirk Nicholls
The Village
31 Jan - 19 Feb, 2025
Opening Friday 31st of Jan, 5-7pm
New Works by Kirk Nicholls exhibiting in our upstairs gallery, Boyd-Dunlop...
Date: Friday 31 January
Where: Boyd-Dunlop Gallery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for the perfect way to end your week? Head to Al Fresco Fridays in Hastings City!
Book into a local eatery, get some takeout, or sample the food trucks - plus live music, outdoor games and plenty of space to sit in a car-free zone on Heretaunga Street East Block and the Tribune Precinct....
Date: Friday 31 January to Friday 28 February
Where: East Block CBD, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Small Hall Sessions will be at the Otané Town Hall on 29th of Jan 2025 with Charm of Finches!
Doors will open from 6:00pm with meals, drinks and desserts available. Music starts at 6:30pm.
Australian sister duo Charm of Finches delivers intricate folk-pop that is simultaneously graceful and...
Date: Friday 31 January
Where: Matapiro Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join the hilarious Anita Wigl'it (from 'RuPaul's Drag Race', 'Have You Been Paying Attention' and other TV shows) as she plays with her balls!
Enjoy three competitive rounds of Bingo, drag shows and lots of laughs over an hour and a half!
Doors 7pm
Balls drop 7:30pm - approx 8:30/9pm
...
Date: Friday 31 January
Where: Good George Napier Taphouse, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The National Aquarium of New Zealand is proud to present the National Geographic, ‘Pristine Seas: Bring the Ocean Back’ exhibition!
Get ready for an unforgettable journey as you explore breathtaking ocean photography and discover the incredible stories behind 44 global expeditions. Learn how...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 9 February
Where: National Aquarium of New Zealand, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Waka kōrero Māori: waka carrying the taonga, te reo The Waka Kōrero Māori exhibition encourages learning the Māori alphabet by pronouncing the names of the kaharehe animal treasures on display. Bring your whanau to MTG – it’s free! Kō Waka Kōrero Māori hei whakaaturanga kia...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Pūrākau o Te Whenua explores the legends and tales of Te Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay. The special names given to hills, mountains, rivers, and streams of our region all tell a pūrākau (story) about the events and the people who lived on or near them. If you’ve ever wondered about the story...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This exhibition shows a history of people and places of Ngāti Kahungunu, telling stories of their time and the events that shaped Te Matau-a-Māui into the region of Hawke’s Bay, events that also helped to shape Aotearoa into New Zealand. Kahungunu was a peaceful man, a producer, provider,...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“The outline of the hill turned into a giant serpent as it heaved up and down. The shock wave swept across it, creating a monster crossing the skyline.” - NG Bailey At 10:47am on 3 February 1931, a devastating earthquake struck Hawke’s Bay. In that moment it seemed the end of the world had...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 30 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Toi Koru presents the first major survey exhibition of paintings by the Māori master of colour and kōwhaiwhai, Dr Sandy Adsett.
Featuring paintings created over six decades, Toi Koru tracks the trajectory of Adsett’s painting practice from the late 1960s to today.
The exhibition features...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 2 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the Museum’s collection, each artwork in this exhibition conveys a perspective on times and events that shaped Te-Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay and Aotearoa, New Zealand into what they are today.
Some of the art works were created at the time of the event, the artists bearing witnesses to...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 27 April
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
2024, digital video clips, 3.00 mins each.
Commissioned by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.
This installation presents 'Doco Dance', a creative project by Xin Ji. For 114 days, the artist filmed himself daily, performing a three-minute choreographic sequence in various locations including...
Date: Tuesday 31 December to Saturday 1 February
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for the perfect school holiday activity? Look no further!
Open 10-2pm Tuesday -Saturday in school holidays for walk in VR Chairs and Escape rooms
Immersive Escape Rooms .... $35 per person
- Challenge your wits, test your teamwork, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
-...
Date: Friday 17 January to Saturday 1 March
Where: Beyond the Box Escape Rooms, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Offering reflects Cindy Huang’s research into the Tauiwi Chinese New Zealand community in Te Matau-a-Māui, both past and present, with a focus on the region's market gardens, gardeners, and grocers. Due to a notable absence of recorded accounts in local and national museums and repositories, she...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 1 February
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E ngākaunui ana a Maioha Kara (Ngāti Korokī Kahukura, Ngāti Tipa, Te Ātihaunui-a-Pāpārangi, Tūhourangi, Te Whānau a Hinetapora, Kuki Airani) ki ngā hononga ki waenga i ngā mea katoa. Kei tēnei whakaaturanga o āna toi hou me āna toi o mua, kei te whakaatu atu a Kara i ngā hononga ki...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 29 March
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
He Mihi
Haere mai ki te hui
Whakairo te kupu ō whakaaro
Ngā hua o Papatūānuku
Mai rā anō te tangata i waihanga
Anamata e
Come let us gather
Carve your thoughts in words set free
Of the enduring progeny of Mother Earth
From times past the creative ones
And into the future
...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 29 March
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Through making ceramics, Tracy Keith (Ngāpuhi) explores a vast realm of connections between people and te taiao (the natural world). In Remember Industry, Keith looks to the whakapapa of natural materials like clay and timber that have shaped human lives, meaning, and livelihoods.
The artist...
Date: Tuesday 31 December to Saturday 1 February
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the late nineteenth century, tuberculosis was a major cause of death for New Zealanders. After the First World War returning soldiers doubled New Zealand’s T.B. numbers. Caring for these returned soldiers was part of the on-going war effort and hospitals were established, Pukeora becoming...
Date: Monday 30 December to Saturday 1 March
Where: CHB Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...
Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Become an Ocean Detective This Summer!
Get ready to become an Ocean Detective with this family-friendly, hands-on activity at the National Aquarium of New Zealand. You’ll learn about our incredible coastline while making a positive impact on ocean conservation!
Guided by our marine experts,...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 9 February
Where: National Aquarium of New Zealand, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Over 50 Saturday Winter, Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the 2024/2025 season!
Local Artists like
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Hand Picked
- The Pukes
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Michael Stodart
- Hoos The Boss
- Scarlett Eden
- Groove...
Date: Thursday 2 January to Sunday 20 April
Where: Abbey Winery & Brewery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get ready for a flavor-packed fiesta! On Saturday 1st February from 3pm to 9pm, we’re teaming up with Hands Down Tacos for the ultimate summer taco party at Peak House. Bring your crew, your picnic blanket, and your appetite for tacos, drinks, and good times. This is summer at its best—don’t...
Date: Saturday 1 February
Where: Peak House, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Two Legends of Rock in One Night! By popular demand, After Forever (NZ’s Premier Ozzy-era Black Sabbath Tribute Band) & Hats Off To Led Zeppelin (Hawke’s Bay) are back together for this very special evening! Classic songs from Black Sabbath + Led Zeppelin - performed live at The Cabana!
...
Date: Saturday 1 February
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The biggest market in Hawkes Bay.Well over 60 stalls to explore.Well worth a visit.
Wet or fine you will find market open.
Sunday morning its not to far.
Beside the Ocean and next to the Spa.
Grab a coffee,Kiwi Kai or try some really tasty Thai.
Quirky collectibles,freshest fruit and some of...
Date: Sunday 5 January to Sunday 2 March
Where: Napier Sunday Markets, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch just before Winter
Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes
Making a fresh pasta
Recipe booklet and lunch provided
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and...
Date: Sunday 2 February
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Church Road Gwen Summer Sessions 2024/2025
Get Ready for a Sunny Hawke’s Bay Summer As the Church Road Live Gwen Summer Sessions Make Their Return! Join Us at Church Road for Six Sunday Afternoons Filled with Live Acoustic Performances from some of Hawke’s Bay’s Top Talent. Relax in the...
Date: Sunday 2 February to Sunday 13 April
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our regular skateboard lessons are continuing on through the summer school holidays!
Wednesdays 1pm-1:45pm
Thursdays 1pm-1:45pm
Thursdays 5pm-6pm (Females only - FREE - No booking needed)
Fridays 3pm-3:45pm
Sundays 2pm-2:45pm (Intermediate to advanced skill levels only)
Sundays 3pm-3:45pm
...
Date: Sunday 26 January to Sunday 2 February
Where: Bay Skate, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Ashia Kizilay Memorial Walk For Meningitis is being held in Napier, Hawkes Bay on Sunday February 2nd 2025. This walk is named after Ashia Kizilay, a beautiful 16 year old, who lost her life to Meningitis in February 2024.
We are hosting this memorial walk for her, those who have lost their...
Date: Sunday 2 February
Where: Surfside Espresso, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class!
From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand!
What's in Store for You?
Join our 14-week...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce
When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library
When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library
Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 1 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-week course (February/March)
Learn the basics of partner dancing, Waltz, social-foxtrot, Cha-cha-cha & Jive.
We recommend having a partner however it is not essential as we have helpers to assist, just come along and have a fantastic time meeting new people and learn...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 25 March
Where: Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Beginners SALSA & BACHATA starts
Wednesday 5th February 2025
8 week course (February/March)
Join the fun of salsa & Bachata dancing, we recommend having a partner however it is not essential as we have helpers to assist, just come along and have a fantastic time meeting new people and learn to...
Date: Wednesday 5 February to Wednesday 26 March
Where: Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Otane will be buzzing on Waitangi Day with the annual Waitangi Day Fair hosted by Progressive Otane. There will be a huge variety of stalls to browse, food available, live music, etc. A great family day out!
To book a stall email otaneprogressive@gmail.com or phone Vera on 06 8568159
Date: Thursday 6 February
Where: Otane Town Hall, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand.
Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes:
• Sketching,...
Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Beginners New Vogue 8-week course
(February/March). PARTNER REQUIRED.
Learn the basics of sequenced partner dancing.
* Merrilyn (Foxtrot)
* Evening Three (March)
* Tracie Leigh (Waltz)
* Tangoette (Tango)
We recommend having a partner for this class, however you can learn solo (but there...
Date: Thursday 6 February to Thursday 27 March
Where: Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Havelock North, Weleda New Zealand offers an enchanting garden tour for natural health enthusiasts. This exclusive one-hour tour provides a unique opportunity to explore the lush Visitor Garden and the historic homestead that serves as the head office of...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 21 February
Where: Weleda NZ, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at the Napier Night Fiesta!
Spend a laid-back evening in Napier’s Memorial Square and head into the weekend feeling relaxed and ready for your end-of-week plans.
Our talented musicians Mahina Lawrence, Monique Shelford and Deep Fried Funk will set the mood with originals and...
Date: Friday 7 February
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Carnival is coming Back to the Napier Foreshore after many years
Its Free Entry- come and enjoy all the Fun of the Fair
Check out the New Ali Baba, take a spin on the Hurricane zooming into the air, feel the motion of the ocean on the Rockin Tug plus so much more, plus Fairground Food and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Sunday 9 February
Where: Foreshore Reserve, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The King of Reggae, the Rastafarian Prophet Robert Nesta Marley - Bob Marley turns 80 on 6th February 2024.
Hawke’s Bay favourite reggae band The Rude Boyz will be playing a tribute concert to Uncle Bob.
From his early days as a wailing ride boy with The Wailers to his universal superstardom...
Date: Friday 7 February
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We're back for another year and it's set to be bigger and better than before!
With some fresh new wineries taking part from the Te Awanga coastline, a new tasting village down variety lane, boutique winery pop up's in more areas across the festival, masterclasses and exciting promotions from...
Date: Saturday 8 February
Where: Elephant Hill Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
REVIVAL - a musical extravaganza featuring three of the world’s finest tribute acts!
Harvest Moon is proud to present the REVIVAL - a musical extravaganza featuring three of the World’s finest tribute acts - BJORN AGAIN, THE KILLER QUEEN EXPERIENCE, LANCE STRAUSS’ ELTON JACK. Fans of...
Date: Saturday 8 February
Where: Napier Soundshell, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? In this specialist drawing class we delve into the seemingly magical skills of drawing to learn how to really look at a subject and draw it accurately.
You’ll learn everything you need to practice drawing on your own including:
- practical skills...
Date: Monday 10 February to Monday 24 March
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 3 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Drama Playground is a fun and engaging programme for 8-12's that inspires kids to be creative, spontaneous, and silly. Through improv games and exercises, children can explore their imagination and, along the way, learn important life skills like communication, resilience and teamwork.
The class...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 1 April
Where: Co-Lab Taradale , Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Creative Improv for TEENS is for all teens wishing to learn more about performance.
You may have graduated from our Drama Playground (8-12's) or just be ready to try something new and make some friends.
We offer an engaging programme for 13-17's s that inspires you to be creative, spontaneous,...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 1 April
Where: Co-Lab Taradale , Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at your local Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon!
Open to Kiwi kids aged 6 to 15 years.
It's a fun and rewarding day out for Everyone.
Kids of all sporting abilities swim, cycle, and run their way around age-appropriate courses, either as an individual or as a team of two.
...
Date: Wednesday 12 February
Where: Hawke's Bay Community Fitness Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get Deco ready! Each year Napier City Business Inc supports the Art Deco Festival weekend with these popular free tours. Hosted by an Art Deco enthusiast volunteer, who provide great historical insights whilst taking you around specialist and inspiring Art Deco stores within easy walking distance...
Date: Wednesday 12 February to Friday 14 February
Where: Art Deco Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
For the first time in 10 years, Steam returns to Napier's Art Deco Festival!
For the first time since 2015, a steam train returns to the Art Deco Festival! Working alongside the festival organisers, as well as a special collaboration with the Central Hawkes Bay Cancer Society - we are pleased to...
Date: Thursday 13 February to Monday 17 February
Where: Paraparaumu to Napier and Napier Local Trips, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Art Deco Festival Napier has grown into one of the great festivals of the world. But more than that, it's an acknowledgement of the resilience and spirit of the Hawke's Bay Communities who, in the aftermath of the 1931 earthquake, rolled up their sleeves and rebuilt Napier City, creating the...
Date: Thursday 13 February to Sunday 16 February
Where: Napier CBD, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fancy Trying Something New?
Need more fun and laughter in your life?
Then improv is for you.
No experience is necessary.
Our Improv for Adult courses are open to anyone 18 years or over.
This is also the entry-level for those who want to join our performance troupe. Once paid there are no...
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 20 March
Where: Co-Lab Taradale , Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You’re six years old. Mum’s in hospital. Dad says she’s “done something stupid.” She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything that’s worth living for. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. Burning things. 4....
Date: Thursday 13 February to Saturday 15 February
Where: Waipukurau Little Theatre, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Need more fun and laughter in your life?
Then improv is for you.
Some experience is required for this course either by completing our 'Intro to Improv' course or by previous improv or acting experience. If you're unsure where you fit, then feel free to contact our creative director Emma Bowyer at...
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 3 April
Where: Co-Lab Taradale , Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Friday 14 February to Friday 11 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
What could be better than spending Valentine's Day with your sweetheart watching the Central Stags smash Canterbury in the national one-day Ford Trophy campaign? There's no love lost between these two teams, so grab your heart-shaped chocolates and soak up this totally FREE day's entertainment -...
Date: Friday 14 February
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It is 1930 and the reunion of the cast and crew of 'The Mother of Pearls', our glorious Premiere, that opened our auspicious Opera House in 1915 yet ended in such ghastly grisliness.
You will be served Martinis, canapes and red herrings at Cedric's cocktail bar. Feathers will fly, heads will...
Date: Friday 14 February to Saturday 15 February
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A 2.5-hour step-by-step painting session from 6pm-8.30pm in the Trinity Hill Cellar Door!
We’d love you to join us as we enjoy the classic pairing of painting and drinking wine, here at our Cellar Door in the heart of the Gimblett Gravels wine region. This event in our 'Cellar Door Canvas'...
Date: Friday 14 February
Where: Trinity Hill Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Small Hall Sessions with Arahi & Band
King George Hall, Bayview, Feb 14th
Elsthorpe Community Hall, Feb 15th
Haumoana Hall, Feb 16th
Doors open 6:30pm with food and drink available, music starts at 7pm
Local lad Arahi is making a distinctive mark in Aotearoa, quickly establishing himself...
Date: Friday 14 February
Where: King George Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An evening reminiscent of the Golden Era of Latin dance and music. Enjoy special dance performances and then take to the floor to feel the beat and partake of the magic that is Buenos Aires.
Other highlights: Music provided by the DJ Alzbeta Tango Project.
A complimentary house cocktail provided...
Date: Friday 14 February
Where: Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Opera House be transported to a different era by 'Cabaret singer Jessie Cassin and award-winning musical director Robin Kelly as they present "Love and War," a curated collection from the Great American Songbook, spanning 1918-1939.
The show celebrates...
Date: Friday 14 February to Saturday 15 February
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Event Notice: Steam Train Adventure with the Cancer Society of Hawke's Bay and Steam Incorporated
Saturday, 15th February 2025 – All aboard for a grand day out! Join the Cancer Society of Hawke's Bay and Steam Incorporated as we embark on a spectacular steam train journey from Napier to...
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: Napier and Hastings Railway Stations, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread, sourdough buns, focaccia, pizza dough and crackers, cinnamon rolls and bagels.
Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s , some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This summer, Ortons Events is proud to bring you a truly iconic afternoon, filled with classic, jazzy tunes from Kiwi music legends Peter Urlich (of Th’ Dudes, Nice’n'Urlich and The Swingin’ Sextet – you know him, you love him) and Synthony’s saxophone maestro, Lewis McCallum. Peter will...
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Swing back in time and return to the glitz, glamour and rebirth of the 1930s with "Starlight Soirée: A Swinging Tribute to Napier in the ’30s."
This 'Golden Age of Hollywood' style show celebrates Napier's remarkable transformation from earthquake devastation to its stunning Art Deco revival,...
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Small Hall Sessions with Arahi & Band
King George Hall, Bayview, Feb 14th
Elsthorpe Community Hall, Feb 15th
Haumoana Hall, Feb 16th
Doors open 6:30pm with food and drink available, music starts at 7pm
Local lad Arahi is making a distinctive mark in Aotearoa, quickly establishing himself...
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: Elsthorpe Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Festival Opera
Double Bill: Dido & Aeneas and Gianni Schicchi
Festival Opera celebrates its 10th birthday, returning to its roots with a thrilling double bill of Puccini's comedy Gianni Schicchi and Purcell's Dido and Aeneas.
Featuring Project Prima Volta graduates, in...
Date: Saturday 15 February to Monday 17 February
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An evening reminiscent of the Golden Era of Latin dance and music. Enjoy special dance performances and then take to the floor to feel the beat and partake of the magic that is Buenos Aires.
Other highlights: Music provided by the DJ Alzbeta Tango Project.
A complimentary house cocktail...
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art Deco Saturday night.
Whiskey at Midnight perform soulful renditions of all your jazz favourites, along with the energised upbeat takes of faster tempo numbers.
With a set packed full of nostalgic hits, the band perform the song of Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra and...
Date: Saturday 15 February
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Small Hall Sessions with Arahi & Band
King George Hall, Bayview, Feb 14th
Elsthorpe Community Hall, Feb 15th
Haumoana Hall, Feb 16th
Doors open 6:30pm with food and drink available, music starts at 7pm
Local lad Arahi is making a distinctive mark in Aotearoa, quickly establishing himself...
Date: Sunday 16 February
Where: Haumoana Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a celebration of Electro Swing Music and Dance as we celebrate Napier’s Art Deco Festival 2025!
Featuring a special gin tasting (extra cost ) and cash bar, along with special dance performances to get you in the mood and on the dance floor. Art Deco attire encouraged.
Inquiries:...
Date: Sunday 16 February
Where: Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Learn to Lindy-Hop with Hi-De-Ho Swing
No partner or previous experience nessaserry, all you'll need is comfy shoes and your water bottle.
Monday nights at the Munro Dance Studio, 5 Neeve Rd, Taradale, Napier (near the town clock).
This 7-week beginners course start at 8pm (finishes at 9pm)...
Date: Monday 17 February to Monday 31 March
Where: Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Central Stags are getting down to the business end of the national one-day Ford Trophy campaign and it's a totally Free day's entertainment to see them at McLean Park for the last time this season (Finals are in Dunedin this year)
You're free to come and go as you please, so it's a great...
Date: Tuesday 18 February
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Agri-innovators, top-flight speakers and two full days of networking are the promise of the 2025 East Coast Farming Expo.
The two day event (February 19 -20) is aimed at East Coast sheep and beef farmers. It’s touted as a chance to fill one’s cup with a focus on reconnection, education and a...
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Thursday 20 February
Where: Wairoa Racecourse, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at the Napier Night Fiesta!
Spend a laid-back evening in Napier’s Memorial Square and head into the weekend feeling relaxed and ready for your end-of-week plans.
Our talented musicians Liberty Fowler and Verdant Blue will set the mood with originals and crowd-favourite covers....
Date: Friday 21 February
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling FINALLY makes its way to Central Hawke's Bay!! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest! The New Zealand Heavyweight Champion James Shaw will be defending his championship in a massive main event! The Aotearoa New Zealand Flyweight champion Cam...
Date: Friday 21 February
Where: Waipukurau Memorial Hall, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
The Electric Llamas. Local 6 part group of competent musicians playing a mix of their own material and covers of unusual oldies, as well as a few favourites with their own spin. Anything from jazz to punk, Jefferson Airplane to Gogol Bordello. Featuring 'Trish on violin, Graham on lead, David on...
Date: Friday 21 February
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this three-hour long workshop you will learn how to make Haloumi, Mozzarella and Feta.You will be taught by Pauline Korevaar of Farmhouse Kitchen.
All equipment and ingredients to make the 3 cheeses are provided
Just bring yourself, no prior experience is required.
Light refreshments...
Date: Saturday 22 February
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its way to Havelock North! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest! Dal Knox takes on Jamie Tagataese one on one in a New Zealand wrestling dream match. The New Zealand Heavyweight Champion James Shaw and the Aotearoa New Zealand...
Date: Saturday 22 February
Where: Havelock North Scout Hall, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
yogaAT61BridgeSt is thrilled to host a beautiful Sunday of Meditation, Movement and delicious vegetarian food.
We welcome Kadam Birgit Saunders from the Amitabha Buddhist Centre, who will be sharing two lectures - How to Meditate and Habits of Happy People.
Every body is welcome - no...
Date: Sunday 23 February
Where: yogaAT61BridgeSt, Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay
Join Us for Thrive 25 – A Night to Celebrate, Support, and donate to Nevertheless to ensure we thrive in 2025!
Be part of an unforgettable evening as we come together to support 25 powerful initiatives delivered by Nevertheless in 2025. $25 from every ticket goes directly towards these...
Date: Tuesday 25 February
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Attention - what sucks it, what creates it, and what actually is it??
A workshop with Elen Nathan, exploring the edges of attention.
We often talk about attention and the challenges of sustaining it, but what are we really talking about? Let’s get on the same page and unpack the basics so we...
Date: Tuesday 25 February
Where: Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join Anita Wigl'it (from 'RuPaul's Drag Race') as she plays with her balls!
Enjoy three competitive rounds of bingo, a drag show and lots of laughs over an hour and half!
Doors 7pm
Balls drop 8pm - approx 9/9:30pm
Please note that customers will be sat at shared tables.
Date: Thursday 27 February
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for the perfect way to end your week? Head to Al Fresco Fridays in Hastings City!
Book into a local eatery, get some takeout, or sample the food trucks - plus live music, outdoor games and plenty of space to sit in a car-free zone on Heretaunga Street East Block and the Tribune Precinct....
Date: Friday 31 January to Friday 28 February
Where: East Block CBD, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Indonesian themed menu, a Dutch Rijsttafel;
Pangsit Goreng, fried wonton
Sambal Eggs
Gado Gado and Satay Sauce
Beef/Chicken/Tofu Rendang
Sambal Beans
Atar Tjampour
Seroendeng
Pisang Goreng
Dinner and Recipe booklet included
They say the kitchen is the heart of the...
Date: Friday 28 February
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Small Hall Sessions with M.Ward
I've been listening to the music of M.Ward for over 20 years. His music to me has a beautifully intimate sound, there is a open honesty to them, a raw, fresh authentic sound.
His albums Transfiguration of Vincent, Transistor Radio, Post-War and A Wasteland...
Date: Friday 28 February
Where: Te Awanga Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Waka kōrero Māori: waka carrying the taonga, te reo The Waka Kōrero Māori exhibition encourages learning the Māori alphabet by pronouncing the names of the kaharehe animal treasures on display. Bring your whanau to MTG – it’s free! Kō Waka Kōrero Māori hei whakaaturanga kia...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Pūrākau o Te Whenua explores the legends and tales of Te Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay. The special names given to hills, mountains, rivers, and streams of our region all tell a pūrākau (story) about the events and the people who lived on or near them. If you’ve ever wondered about the story...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This exhibition shows a history of people and places of Ngāti Kahungunu, telling stories of their time and the events that shaped Te Matau-a-Māui into the region of Hawke’s Bay, events that also helped to shape Aotearoa into New Zealand. Kahungunu was a peaceful man, a producer, provider,...
Date: Monday 30 December to Monday 31 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“The outline of the hill turned into a giant serpent as it heaved up and down. The shock wave swept across it, creating a monster crossing the skyline.” - NG Bailey At 10:47am on 3 February 1931, a devastating earthquake struck Hawke’s Bay. In that moment it seemed the end of the world had...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 30 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Toi Koru presents the first major survey exhibition of paintings by the Māori master of colour and kōwhaiwhai, Dr Sandy Adsett.
Featuring paintings created over six decades, Toi Koru tracks the trajectory of Adsett’s painting practice from the late 1960s to today.
The exhibition features...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 2 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the Museum’s collection, each artwork in this exhibition conveys a perspective on times and events that shaped Te-Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay and Aotearoa, New Zealand into what they are today.
Some of the art works were created at the time of the event, the artists bearing witnesses to...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 27 April
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for the perfect school holiday activity? Look no further!
Open 10-2pm Tuesday -Saturday in school holidays for walk in VR Chairs and Escape rooms
Immersive Escape Rooms .... $35 per person
- Challenge your wits, test your teamwork, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
-...
Date: Friday 17 January to Saturday 1 March
Where: Beyond the Box Escape Rooms, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
E ngākaunui ana a Maioha Kara (Ngāti Korokī Kahukura, Ngāti Tipa, Te Ātihaunui-a-Pāpārangi, Tūhourangi, Te Whānau a Hinetapora, Kuki Airani) ki ngā hononga ki waenga i ngā mea katoa. Kei tēnei whakaaturanga o āna toi hou me āna toi o mua, kei te whakaatu atu a Kara i ngā hononga ki...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 29 March
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
He Mihi
Haere mai ki te hui
Whakairo te kupu ō whakaaro
Ngā hua o Papatūānuku
Mai rā anō te tangata i waihanga
Anamata e
Come let us gather
Carve your thoughts in words set free
Of the enduring progeny of Mother Earth
From times past the creative ones
And into the future
...
Date: Friday 3 January to Saturday 29 March
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the late nineteenth century, tuberculosis was a major cause of death for New Zealanders. After the First World War returning soldiers doubled New Zealand’s T.B. numbers. Caring for these returned soldiers was part of the on-going war effort and hospitals were established, Pukeora becoming...
Date: Monday 30 December to Saturday 1 March
Where: CHB Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...
Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Over 50 Saturday Winter, Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the 2024/2025 season!
Local Artists like
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Hand Picked
- The Pukes
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Michael Stodart
- Hoos The Boss
- Scarlett Eden
- Groove...
Date: Thursday 2 January to Sunday 20 April
Where: Abbey Winery & Brewery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Small Hall Sessions with M.Ward
I've been listening to the music of M.Ward for over 20 years. His music to me has a beautifully intimate sound, there is a open honesty to them, a raw, fresh authentic sound.
His albums Transfiguration of Vincent, Transistor Radio, Post-War and A Wasteland...
Date: Saturday 1 March
Where: Meeanee Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Royal New Zealand Air Force Band are heading north this summer! They’ll be astounding audiences with performances starting in Palmerston North and Hastings, and finishing up in Carterton.
This exceptionally talented band will feature the vocal talents of Leading Aircraftman Barbara Graham,...
Date: Saturday 1 March
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The biggest market in Hawkes Bay.Well over 60 stalls to explore.Well worth a visit.
Wet or fine you will find market open.
Sunday morning its not to far.
Beside the Ocean and next to the Spa.
Grab a coffee,Kiwi Kai or try some really tasty Thai.
Quirky collectibles,freshest fruit and some of...
Date: Sunday 5 January to Sunday 2 March
Where: Napier Sunday Markets, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Lindisfarne Gala is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and it’s a community event not to be missed! Held on Sunday morning, this fun-filled extravaganza features over 50 stalls, games, and activities for all ages.
What’s on Offer?
- Quality Second-Hand Goods: Clothing, household items,...
Date: Sunday 2 March
Where: Lindisfarne College, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch just before Winter
Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes
Making a fresh pasta
Recipe booklet and lunch provided
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and...
Date: Sunday 2 March
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? In this specialist drawing class we delve into the seemingly magical skills of drawing to learn how to really look at a subject and draw it accurately.
You’ll learn everything you need to practice drawing on your own including:
- practical skills...
Date: Monday 10 February to Monday 24 March
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class!
From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand!
What's in Store for You?
Join our 14-week...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce
When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library
When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library
Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 1 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
International cricket under lights in Napier - how good! Mates, vibes, sun for the first innings and then the light towers go on for the chase. An all-new season of cricket is on, round up a crew & we’ll see you there supporting our New Zealand WHITE FERNS!
PS, working? Got the kids? Come in...
Date: Tuesday 4 March
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Building a Better Brain: Nutrition and Mental Wellness
Discover how your food choices impact your mental health with internationally renowned Professor Julia Rucklidge. In this engaging talk, Professor. Rucklidge will explore the profound connection between nutrition and mental wellness, backed...
Date: Tuesday 4 March
Where: Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Featuring the best of 70s and 80s musicals: Phantom, Les Mis, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Fiddler on the Roof, Grease, Cabaret and more!
Featuring:
Russell Dixon
Kate Lineham
Rebecca Wright
Matt Pike
John Bayne
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 25 Feb - 28 Mar 2025
Concerts start...
Date: Wednesday 5 March
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
True crime fun-facts, realising you joined a cult and boldly announcing your intrusive thoughts. Yeah - we sing about these things.
THERAPY is making its way to Aubyn Live Theatre hot off the back of sold-out seasons in Dunedin and Christchurch and following its debut at BATS for the 2025 New...
Date: Wednesday 5 March to Thursday 6 March
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
THERAPY: A Musical Comedy
Presented by Aubyn Live Theatre and Good for Her Productions
True crime fun-facts, realising you joined a cult and boldly announcing your intrusive thoughts. Yeah - we sing about these things.
THERAPY is making its way to Aubyn Live Theatre hot off the back of...
Date: Wednesday 5 March to Thursday 6 March
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Featuring the best of 70s and 80s musicals: Phantom, Les Mis, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar, Fiddler on the Roof, Grease, Cabaret and more!
Featuring:
Russell Dixon
Kate Lineham
Rebecca Wright
Matt Pike
John Bayne
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 25 Feb - 28 Mar 2025
Concerts start...
Date: Thursday 6 March
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand.
Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes:
• Sketching,...
Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It is set to be a great event with informative clinical sessions, engaging forums, and thought-provoking plenary discussions.
This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and network with fellow health professionals and the wider primary health care network, while enhancing your professional...
Date: Friday 7 March to Saturday 8 March
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Showcasing our 2025 collection that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!
For 2025, at MTG Century Theatre we are...
Date: Friday 7 March to Sunday 9 March
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for an Arty Farty Garden Party!
Nestled down a leafy lane in sunny Havelock North, Hawke’s Bay, a real experience awaits you. Painter Robyn Fleet and printmaker Lisa Feyen are hosting a summer series of creative workshops with morning tea and a sumptuous lunch included.
Inspired by...
Date: Saturday 8 March to Saturday 29 March
Where: Robyn's Garden, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It's simple really.
Pick a bunch of amazing breweries and add some other tasty fermented beverages.
Make sure to include your favourite locals, outstanding regulars and some new breweries as well.
Invite some great musicians and a funky DJ.
Get some tasty food on board that goes down well...
Date: Saturday 8 March
Where: Duart House, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Te Mata Kindergarten's Annual Junior Triathlon and Family Fun Day!
Register on the day - $10 per individual entry or $20 per family entry - registration opens at 9:30am with the first race at 10:30am.
The triathlon includes a bike, run, and waterslide and is open to all children...
Date: Sunday 9 March
Where: Hereworth School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 3 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Learn how to make the transition from buddy to the boss and lead a successful team. Managing staff can be a very rewarding, interesting and fun role, it can also be a tough and demanding job. Between managing your own time and projects, helping your team members solve problems and complete tasks,...
Date: Wednesday 12 March
Where: East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Learn how to make the transition from buddy to boss and lead a successful team. As John F. Kennedy once said, “leadership and learning are indispensable to each other”. Our Leadership & Management courses are designed to help you get the best performance from yourself and your team, providing...
Date: Thursday 13 March
Where: East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Friday 14 February to Friday 11 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Set amidst the serene landscape of Paritua winery and timed to co-incide with F.A.W.C!, the Bridge Pa Sculpture Trail is an opportunity to experience both fine art and fine wine.
Featuring curated installations from regional artists, the entry fee helps to support local community charity, Arts...
Date: Friday 14 March to Friday 11 April
Where: Paritua Vineyards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Roll up and have a ball (literally) at the inaugural Hastings Meatball Festival. Sink your teeth into delicious, creative takes on the classic meatball, with Hawke's Bay bakers, butchers, chefs, and cooks battling it out for your Visitor’s Choice vote. Smothered in sauce, spicy, plump, and porky...
Date: Friday 14 March
Where: Hastings CBD, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
GO-4-12 Events 15th - 16th March 2025
For nineteen years the GO-4-12 Youth Adventure Race has offered youth the opportunity to Explore, be Challenged and Grow through taking part in an Authentic Adventure Race designed to be Safe, fun and achievable.
With three events, a Three Hour a Six Hour...
Date: Sunday 16 March
Where: Tuki Tuki Christian Camp, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Church Road Gwen Summer Sessions 2024/2025
Get Ready for a Sunny Hawke’s Bay Summer As the Church Road Live Gwen Summer Sessions Make Their Return! Join Us at Church Road for Six Sunday Afternoons Filled with Live Acoustic Performances from some of Hawke’s Bay’s Top Talent. Relax in the...
Date: Sunday 2 February to Sunday 13 April
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A traveller arrives at a border with a stack of battered cases. From within them, whole worlds will emerge…
Suitcase Show is an eclectic box set of short stories. Dark, spiky, and comic, each one is told out of a suitcase. The staging is inventive, from lo-fi shadowplay to wireless projection,...
Date: Wednesday 19 March to Thursday 20 March
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nick is a Dunedin based artist who released his Second album "New Horizons" at the end of 2024. His songs come straight from the heart, with thoughtful, soulful lyrics that draw inspiration from his personal experiences in life. With a musical style inspired by the likes of Ryan Adams, the Goo Goo...
Date: Friday 21 March
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The world-famous in Havelock North Advintage car park bar is back for summer F.A.W.C! 2025.
Expect sharply priced glasses of Champagne Taittinger and a street bar stocked with delicious Hawke's Bay wines.
Expect renowned Chef Martin Bosley to be shucking fresh oysters to order, while the...
Date: Saturday 22 March
Where: Advintage Wines, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nick is a Dunedin based artist who released his Second album "New Horizons" at the end of 2024. His songs come straight from the heart, with thoughtful, soulful lyrics that draw inspiration from his personal experiences in life. With a musical style inspired by the likes of Ryan Adams, the Goo Goo...
Date: Saturday 22 March
Where: Keirunga Creative Arts Venue, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover fresh, practical ideas that enhance both your living spaces, your lifestyle and your well being at the Hawke’s Bay Better Home and Living Show! Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to make eco inspired changes the Hawke’s Bay Better Home and Living Show has everything you...
Date: Friday 28 March to Sunday 30 March
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Pēpi Market is a children's market - an extension of Wonder. Crafted with our littlest community members in mind, join us to explore a world of charm and handmade wonders designed for babies, children and pregnancy. Stallholders, food trucks and a children's area will keep everyone entertained...
Date: Saturday 29 March
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Saturday International cricket in Napier - how good! Mates, vibes, sun and exciting cricket action to bring it all together
McLean Park, Napier
Gates Open: 10am
Match Start Time: 11am
50 overs per side
Date: Saturday 29 March
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stevie Ray Vaughan with Friends. Night of Blues/Rock. Tony Painting with Blues Power playing Clapton, Gallagher, Moore, Beck, Hendrix, Trower, Guy, Ford, Blackmore, Knopfler aswell as the one & only Stevie Ray Vaughan. Doors open 8:00pm Tickets Eventfinda or on door on the night.
Date: Saturday 29 March
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From the Museum’s collection, each artwork in this exhibition conveys a perspective on times and events that shaped Te-Matau-a-Māui, Hawke’s Bay and Aotearoa, New Zealand into what they are today.
Some of the art works were created at the time of the event, the artists bearing witnesses to...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 27 April
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class!
From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand!
What's in Store for You?
Join our 14-week...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where: Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce
When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library
When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library
Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 1 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Storytime
When: Tuesdays, 11am Where: Taradale Library
Storytime is a half-hour - forty-five-minute programme of songs and various picture books from our collection being read. Some of our Storytimes are themed and either a craft or an activity accompanies them. Suitable for preschoolers and...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Set amidst the serene landscape of Paritua winery and timed to co-incide with F.A.W.C!, the Bridge Pa Sculpture Trail is an opportunity to experience both fine art and fine wine.
Featuring curated installations from regional artists, the entry fee helps to support local community charity, Arts...
Date: Friday 14 March to Friday 11 April
Where: Paritua Vineyards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Welcome to "Hope I Made You Proud." – the hilarious, wild, and deeply personal stand-up show from New Zealand’s comedy sensation, Joe Daymond. In this uproarious tour, Joe takes you through his incredible journey from scraping by, living in his car, and cleaning caravans to becoming a household...
Date: Wednesday 2 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand.
Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes:
• Sketching,...
Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kia ora kiddos! Come spend a night with your ole Dad. We'll share memories, chew the fat and if you're really good ya might even get a bed-time story. See u there. lotsaluv, Dad.
From the creator of Magnus Steele (Nominated- Most Promising Emerging Artist, NZ Fringe 2020) and Ungartered...
Date: Friday 4 April to Saturday 5 April
Where: Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst star in the award-winning two-hander, “In Other Words.”
Starring the acclaimed real-life couple Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst, this is a rare opportunity to see two of New Zealand’s finest actors share the stage in a two-hander for the...
Date: Friday 4 April
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...
Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Over 50 Saturday Winter, Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the 2024/2025 season!
Local Artists like
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Hand Picked
- The Pukes
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Michael Stodart
- Hoos The Boss
- Scarlett Eden
- Groove...
Date: Thursday 2 January to Sunday 20 April
Where: Abbey Winery & Brewery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread.
Create Easter themed baked goodies made with sourdough.
Farmhouse Kitchen Easter Crackers
Hot Cross Buns
Easter Wreath
Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!
Date: Saturday 5 April
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay, get ready! On Saturday , April 5th, head down to Hygge for a day/night to remember! Experience an epic lineup of DJs and artists delivering beats that’ll keep you moving all day long, set against the stunning coastal backdrop of Clifton, Hawke's Bay.
Date: Saturday 5 April
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Covid has put all of us in an unpredictable environment and this has added layers of complexity to an already complex time of life - especially for children and teens already dealing with issues around anxiety and depression.
During adolescence, parts of the teenage brain are “shut for...
Date: Monday 7 April
Where: Lindisfarne College, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 3 June
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Transform conflict and difficult situations with co-workers and customers into opportunities by equipping your staff with the skills and techniques required to manage these situations with confidence, professionalism, and pride. Learn ways to resolve conflict with customers and co workers,...
Date: Tuesday 8 April
Where: East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items.
Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As the son of legendary Country Music Hall of Famer, Charley Pride
Dion carries on his family’s musical legacy while forging his own path. With his remarkable talent as a songwriter and multi-talented instrumentalist, playing guitar, piano, drums, and bass, Dion has demonstrated his...
Date: Tuesday 8 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Leaders today are expected to be the driving force of their teams. They are constantly under pressure to lead effectively in a business environment that is characterised by constant change. Our leadership and management courses offer participants the opportunity to develop the necessary skills to...
Date: Wednesday 9 April to Thursday 10 April
Where: East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baby Bounce When: Tuesdays, 10am Where: Taradale Library When: Fridays, 10am Where: Napier Library Baby Bounce is a half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and noisy, wiggly, bouncy, fun. Suitable for children aged 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers.
Date: Friday 14 February to Friday 11 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its way back to Taradale! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
After wowing a sold-out Taradale crowd in October, Impact Pro Wrestling are finishing off the season in style!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans...
Date: Friday 11 April
Where: Taradale Town Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Notorious* proudly presents
DAI HENWOOD in
DAI HARD
Yippee kai-yay, it’s time for Dai to bring his highly acclaimed show Dai Hard to Hawke’s Bay! Joined by his best pal Justine Smith, this is a 90min comedy spectacular. You might have heard, there’s been a whole lot of things...
Date: Friday 11 April
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, 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 more than 20 years and has seen many of its talented wrestlers go on to perform in WWE,...
Date: Saturday 12 April
Where: Asher Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NZ’s Award-winning hit tribute show “Elton John vs. Billy Joel” are coming to Toitoi Opera House Hastings, Saturday12th April as part of their NZ-wide tour!
After wildly successful sell-out shows across New Zealand, join Cam and Sam for an intimate night out as they wow audiences both young...
Date: Saturday 12 April
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Produced by Dave Khan and Simon Gooding, How Love Bends showcases Reb’s poetic depth and her signature sound. Alongside her longtime band members Dave Khan (guitar/keys), Karin Canzek (bass), and Earl Robertson (drums) they’ve crafted an album that dives into the transformative nature of love...
Date: Saturday 12 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Church Road Gwen Summer Sessions 2024/2025
Get Ready for a Sunny Hawke’s Bay Summer As the Church Road Live Gwen Summer Sessions Make Their Return! Join Us at Church Road for Six Sunday Afternoons Filled with Live Acoustic Performances from some of Hawke’s Bay’s Top Talent. Relax in the...
Date: Sunday 2 February to Sunday 13 April
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fantastic one-day course to get staff communicating professionally and confidently with customers. Keep your customers coming back by empowering staff with core communication and customer service skills along with a ‘can do attitude’.
For the better part of every day, we are communicating...
Date: Tuesday 15 April
Where: East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions!
Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week.
Free, no booking required.
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you need more hours in your day? Would you like to become less busy and more productive? Learn how to prioritise, how to handle interruptions, plan ahead, beat common time wasters, delegate and much more. You've all heard the expression 'Time is money' Well actually time is more valuable than...
Date: Wednesday 16 April
Where: East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up!
Welcome to the 10th anniversary season of New Zealand's largest and most fabulous traveling festival/fair!
The Extravaganza Fair! Summer Tour 2024 - 2025 !!!
The Extravaganza Fair is a community-centred event with a creative and sustainable focus. It is a family...
Date: Friday 18 April to Monday 21 April
Where: Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Abba Heaven! NZ’s own Abba Tribute band are coming down from Auckland to perform at Pukeora Estate for the first time ever!
This 3 hour tribute show Easter Saturday will have you dancing the night away to all of your favourite Abba songs.
Doors & Bar open from 5pm -12
Dinner menu to be...
Date: Saturday 19 April
Where: Pukeora Estate, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A stellar cast led by Karl, Marian and Ben take you on a whirlwind, worldwide, musical journey including hits from Spain, France, USA, Australia and our own kiwiana songs!
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Marian Burns
Ben Makisi
Derek Hill
Hank Trenton
Mike Booth
Pete France
Grant...
Date: Wednesday 30 April
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A stellar cast led by Karl, Marian and Ben take you on a whirlwind, worldwide, musical journey including hits from Spain, France, USA, Australia and our own kiwiana songs!
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Marian Burns
Ben Makisi
Derek Hill
Hank Trenton
Mike Booth
Pete France
Grant...
Date: Thursday 1 May
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us as we kick off an unforgettable weekend of Jubilee celebrations with an evening of drinks, nibbles, and reconnections. Toast to half a century of Havelock North High School's legacy and the incredible accomplishments of our alumni and community.
Guests will receive a complimentary drink...
Date: Friday 2 May
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Take a trip down memory lane and celebrate five decades of Havelock North High School at our 50th Jubilee 'Back to School' Open Day!
Enjoy this great opportunity to reconnect with old classmates and teachers, reminisce about shared memories, and see how the school has grown and changed over the...
Date: Saturday 3 May
Where: Havelock North High School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library.
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...
Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this three-hour long workshop you will learn how to make Haloumi, Mozzarella and Feta.You will be taught by Pauline Korevaar of Farmhouse Kitchen.
All equipment and ingredients to make the 3 cheeses are provided
Just bring yourself, no prior experience is required.
Light refreshments...
Date: Saturday 3 May
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Enjoy dinner and performances from a collection of HNHS’s finest as we celebrate our unique 50-year history in Hawke’s Bay’s iconic events centre.
Each ticket includes a 3-course meal, with a cash bar available.
Purchase tickets individually, or as a table of 10. Where possible, we will...
Date: Saturday 3 May
Where: Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Show Not to Be Missed!
The Boss’ Bruce Springsteen Experience Is an International Level Show Honouring the Timeless Music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
With a Full Nine-piece Line-up, the Boss Presents Bruce’s Music at a Captivating Level of Visual and Audio Excitement....
Date: Saturday 3 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: NZ Country Magazine
NZ Country Magazine presents, direct from the USA, The Kenny Rogers Band.
The REAL band that toured with Kenny Rogers for 40+ years to 500 million fans and 5000+ shows worldwide. Performing the mega-hits from Kenny’s legendary career, the way he performed...
Date: Sunday 4 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 3 June
Where: Flaxmere 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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for our first Winter Night Market, being held in the Exhibition Hall at the Tōmoana Showgrounds in Hastings.
A carefully curated range of the best makers and creators will be there showcasing their locally designed and hand made products. Wander under the stars with a cocktail in hand,...
Date: Saturday 10 May
Where: Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As seen on 7 Days
The year is 2030. Humanity is all but wiped out, and there is only one man who can save us from the Softcockalypse.
For too long, we thought that things like 'gentle parenting', 'love languages' and 'paper straws’ were a good idea until self-diagnosing whingers and 37...
Date: Thursday 15 May
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
RETURNING WITH A FULL NATIONALTOUR IN 2025!
Showtime presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances evoking his early days...
Date: Saturday 17 May
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Zealand music's Elder Statesmen, the NZ Highwaymen, are embarking on their 'Tour 25.' After two sold-out tours in 2023 and 2024, these legendary musicians are ready to once again captivate audiences with their timeless music." Brendan Dugan, Gray Bartlett, Dennis Marsh, and Frankie Stevens,...
Date: Thursday 22 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
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Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Landslide is a live 5-piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 11 years, covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits!
Expect to hear Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, The Chain, Go Your Own Way, Seven Wonders, Don't...
Date: Saturday 31 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Book Chat Group meets at Flaxmere Library every second Tuesday, 10.30 - 11.30am. All welcome!
You can also check out our Readers' Blog to read some reviews of books enjoyed by the group.
We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 3 June
Where: Flaxmere 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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An elegant concert of famous ballads, opera, classical and music theatre songs passionately presented by this supremely talented quartet.
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Ben Makisi
Derek Hill
Amanda Atlas
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 12 May - 16 June 2025
Concerts start 11am...
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An elegant concert of famous ballads, opera, classical and music theatre songs passionately presented by this supremely talented quartet.
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Ben Makisi
Derek Hill
Amanda Atlas
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 12 May - 16 June 2025
Concerts start 11am...
Date: Thursday 5 June
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It is the beginning of winter, so we like the smell of the warming speculaas spices!
Join in a 3 hour, hands-on workshop as you discover a traditional baking delicacy consumed widely in the Netherlands during the festive winter months.
We will make 3 typical dutch winter treats; A Spice Loaf...
Date: Saturday 7 June
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
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 club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover the joys of Moroccan cuisine with a three-hour, hands-on workshop that uncovers the sweet and spicy, earthy and bright flavours and vast array of spices that this corner of the world is renowned for.
Winters can be freezing in the mountains of Morocco, so delicious fare that warms from...
Date: Friday 20 June
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Matariki Mahuika is a people-powered Matariki project that involves welcoming people to share the warmth of their fire on beaches right around Aoetaroa New Zealand.
A tradition that began in Te Matau-a-Māui Hawke's Bay in 2023, this DIY celebration has seen many thousands of people answer the...
Date: Saturday 21 June
Where: The beach, Te Matau-a-Māui Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions!
Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week.
Free, no booking required.
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Complete with band, we celebrate male ensembles like Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Beatles, Everly Brothers, Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, Queen, The Platters...the list goes on!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Matt Pike
Mike Booth
Pete France
Grant...
Date: Wednesday 9 July
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
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Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Complete with band, we celebrate male ensembles like Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Beatles, Everly Brothers, Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, Queen, The Platters...the list goes on!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Matt Pike
Mike Booth
Pete France
Grant...
Date: Thursday 10 July
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Art Deco on the Edge' exhibition explores 40 years of the Art Deco Trust and the centenary of the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” in Paris, France, when this decorative style was first exhibited in 1925.
During the 1920s and early 1930s the Moderne...
Date: Monday 30 December to Sunday 3 August
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Bruce Springsteen Experience is an international-level show dedicated to honouring the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Featuring a full nine-piece lineup, this captivating performance delivers an electrifying blend of visual and audio excitement. Audiences are...
Date: Saturday 9 August
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“If you’re a Bee Gees fan, this is the concert for you.” — Lesley Evans (Gibb)
The Best of the Bee Gees honours the legacy of the Saturday Night Fever disco album with chart busters from the Bee Gees, K.C. & The Sunshine Band, The Trammps and others, plus special guests Debora McLane...
Date: Thursday 14 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presented by: Carter Entertainment
We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world's most iconic bands - from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for others
...
Date: Sunday 31 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Many of our favourite artists present this flag waving, mad, musical mayhem, promising Gilbert and Sullivan, war songs, ballads, singalongs, jokes and much frivolity!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Benjamin Makisi
Amanda Atlas
Derek Hill
Tracey Collins...
Date: Wednesday 3 September
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Many of our favourite artists present this flag waving, mad, musical mayhem, promising Gilbert and Sullivan, war songs, ballads, singalongs, jokes and much frivolity!
Featuring:
Susan Boland
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Benjamin Makisi
Amanda Atlas
Derek Hill
Tracey Collins...
Date: Thursday 4 September
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
SEVENTH WONDER
Performs Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours' Album + Greatest Hits Experience one of the world's premier celebrations of Fleetwood Mac with "Seventh Wonder." This electrifying show brings the full "Rumours" album to life, featuring classics like "Go Your Own Way," "Dreams," and "Don't Stop."...
Date: Friday 19 September
Where: Toitoi - Opera House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions!
Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week.
Free, no booking required.
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions!
Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm.
Activities are different every week.
Free, no booking required.
Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our singers and band present hit songs from the 50s, a decade where music defined the optimism, romance, coolness and charm of the era, with simply the best songs!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Matt Pike
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 6...
Date: Wednesday 15 October
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our singers and band present hit songs from the 50s, a decade where music defined the optimism, romance, coolness and charm of the era, with simply the best songs!
Featuring:
Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua
Alex Foster-Winder
Cameron Barclay (TBC)
Matt Pike
Grant Winterburn
NZ Tour 6...
Date: Thursday 16 October
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Touring in 2025 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody!
Immerse yourself in the spectacle, grandeur and energy of the world’s greatest Rock band with Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic, celebrating the legacy of Queen and Freddie Mercury.
Bringing big...
Date: Friday 17 October
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Touring in 2025 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody!
Immerse yourself in the spectacle, grandeur and energy of the world’s greatest Rock band with Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic, celebrating the legacy of Queen and Freddie Mercury.
Bringing big...
Date: Saturday 18 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Haere Mai.
Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers!
Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...
Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
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 club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its way back to Bay View! After wowing a very vocal Bay View crowd in 2024, Impact Pro Wrestling are back in town!
To celebrate, every children's ticket pre-purchased through eventfinda will receive a free luchador mask on arrival.
Impact Pro Wrestling has...
Date: Friday 21 November
Where: King George Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its return to Flaxmere! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!
Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for more than 20 years and has seen many of its talented wrestlers go on to perform in WWE,...
Date: Saturday 22 November
Where: Flaxmere Community Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Christmas, Santa, surprises, carols, songs, singalongs, fun, jokes, laughter, fiddling, madness and love to celebrate the end of another great year of music!
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Marian Burns
Charlotte West
Kate Lineham
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 18 November - 19...
Date: Wednesday 26 November
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Christmas, Santa, surprises, carols, songs, singalongs, fun, jokes, laughter, fiddling, madness and love to celebrate the end of another great year of music!
Featuring:
Karl Perigo
Russell Dixon
Marian Burns
Charlotte West
Kate Lineham
Paul Carnegie-Jones
NZ Tour 18 November - 19...
Date: Thursday 27 November
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...
Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 2 December
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 7 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling.
...
Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where: Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience the magic of the Wonder Christmas Market—a festive blend of local craftsmanship with over 90 creative stalls, food trucks, live music, and a bar with sensational cocktails. Join us for a joyful community celebration, a Christmas event you won't want to miss!
Date: Saturday 6 December
Where: Waikoko Gardens, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Needing some basic device advice?
Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books.
Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation.
We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.
Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
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 club...
Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome.
Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading!
For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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