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Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets.
The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 20 June
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our weekend of Haumoana School Centenary Celebrations will include:
Saturday Official Celebrations:
- Official celebrations will kick off with a powhiri.
- A "farm to plate" style lunch will be served with entertainment.
- We ask that you stay on to have your photograph taken with students...
Date: Sunday 11 April
Where: Haumoana School, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This classic film, Casablanca is set during WWII, Rick, a nightclub owner in Casablanca, agrees to help his former lover Ilsa and her husband. Soon, Ilsa's feelings for Rick resurface and she finds herself renewing her love for him.
Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid.
Date: Sunday 11 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier's premier Chamber Choir presents a program of sparkling songs and heavenly harmonies. Formed in 2017 and directed by well-known local musician Anthony Tattersall, the 10 member Octavius choir sings jazz, folk, madrigals, classical, cool arrangements of popular songs and much more. If you...
Date: Sunday 11 April
Where: All Saints' Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Mother's Loss - A Nation's Obsession
Filled with humour and heartbreak, this stunning work by award-winning playwright Alana Valentine (Parramatta Girls) explores the public’s relationship with one of 20th Century Australia’s most iconic figures. The story captivated a nation. A mother...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Saturday 17 April
Where: Waipukurau Little Theatre, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Rebel Without a Cause is a 1955 American drama film about emotionally confused suburban, middle-class teenagers. The film, however, does not make any references to Lindner's book in any way. Warner Bros. released the film on October 27, 1955, nearly a month after Dean's death in a car accident on...
Date: Sunday 11 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
North by Northwest is a 1959 American spy thriller film produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, and James Mason. The screenplay was by Ernest Lehman, who wanted to write "the Hitchcock picture to end all Hitchcock pictures".
Date: Sunday 11 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Raw Comedy Quest is back for 2021! The search is on for the funniest new comedian in Aotearoa, and we reckon that person is right here, in Hawkes Bay! (Or Taranaki, Whanganui, the Manawatū... We're hedging our bets a little)
12 people will eventually battle it out for the Central Region...
Date: Sunday 11 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Don’t miss the upcoming Lighting of Osmanthus Gardens from 12th - 18th April in Cornwall Park!
The lighting of the Osmathus Gardens in Cornwall Park is an annual event which celebrates the sister city relationship between Guilin, China, and Hastings. The tranquillity of the festival, the...
Date: Monday 12 April to Sunday 18 April
Where: Cornwall Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The best detective of all time, Sherlock Holmes, needs your help. A criminal genius is on the loose and you need to stop him.
“Sherlock” is an immersive escape room new to Hastings City. Here for a limited time, get your friends together and help solve the puzzle on who is trying to evade...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Saturday 8 May
Where: Sherlock Escape Room Pop-Up, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
All Blocks - Brick, Set, Go! LEGO® Sessions
Suitable for ages 5-13 years.
The theme will be Easter Eggstravaganza! Build to our theme and you can enter the All Blocks competition!
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Thursday 15 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night for beginners and experienced dancers this is a social rock n roll club, we welcome those who want to learn rock n roll and we will assist you. Become a member of the rock n roll club for $10.00 a year which this financial year has...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 4 May
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Yee-haw! Giddy up as our all-star cast transports you to the home of country music showcasing the likes of John Denver, Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash.
Starring Karl Perigo, Bruce French, Grant Winterburn, Marian Burns, Pat Urlich, Ray Eade and Suzanne Lynch.
Date: Wednesday 14 April
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Yee-haw! Giddy up as our all-star cast transports you to the home of country music showcasing the likes of John Denver, Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash.
Starring Karl Perigo, Bruce French, Grant Winterburn, Marian Burns, Pat Urlich, Ray Eade and Suzanne Lynch.
Date: Thursday 15 April
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Each year, SGCNZ holds 24 Festivals nationwide, in which secondary-age students, from 11 to 19 years old, perform 5- and 15-minute scenes from Shakespeare’s plays, set in any time, place, ethnicity and attire – though definitely in Shakespeare’s words, in English or translated!
With every...
Date: Thursday 15 April
Where: Little Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
7:30 - Doors
**8:30 - The Cellars **
9:15- Good Habits
Good Habits are a UK alt-folk duo, telling stories and turning heads across the globe.
Composed of singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete Shaw, they create folk-infused songs that test the limits of their traditional...
Date: Thursday 15 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Explore, Challenge, Grow
For Fifteen Years 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 four events, a Three Hour a Six Hour and the original...
Date: Friday 16 April to Sunday 18 April
Where: Kairakau Camp Ground, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Prepare to be inspired!
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission sharing the best cycling short films from around the world with you!
Showcasing our 2021 collection that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sitting Room Sessions present Andrew Fagan and his band perform songs from his solo and Mockers years, plus material from new album Act Normal.
Fagan’s career spans over 40 years, from his time as frontman of punk group The Ambitious Vegetables, pop-rockers The Mockers, to his ongoing solo...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: Haumoana Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Enjoy a taste of foreign climes in this programme of beloved string works.
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons are a perennial favourite, and famously paint each of the Italian seasons in vibrant sound and instrumental colour. Vivaldi’s expert writing for string orchestra brings to vivid life the sleepy...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
C90 is a collective of musicians who enjoy playing all types of music. It is a play on the old cassette tape focusing on creating the ultimate mix-tapes.
The Band is Daniel Betty (Vocals and Guitar), Michael Sharp (vocals, piano and guitar), Kelly Reid ( vocals and percussion), Tiffany Anderson...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: Theatre Hawke's Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join the craziness of Uncle Tics, Judah, Nixon, Uncle Jack and JP as they travel across Aotearoa putting on shows in almost every town.
Featuring skits, music, competitions, meet and greets and all the silliness that you're used to seeing them do every day... but now it's live.
The tour is...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: Wairoa Community Centre, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hugo Grrrl is a Wellington-based comedy and cabaret producer, creating smutty, rough-around-the-edges, politically-charged late-night theatre that’s bound to leave ya with a smile on your face and a bit of glitter in your hair.
Hugo and Friends
Ya boy is back in town for the third year...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
POSTPONED : now will be 16th APRIL 2021
For the first time ever Sound Selectors and Common Room will host a night of the best hip-hop & RnB that the 90s had to offer.
"The Vibe I'm On" is a night inspired by the legend DJ Jazzy Jeff and presented to you by our own local legend DJ Jayrasik. He...
Date: Friday 16 April
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Walk down Emerson Street and end up in a perfect little market offering a true Hawke's Bay experience.
This is where the local shop. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee, divine treats and all the produce you need to cook up a true locavore's meal.
Shop local and enjoy some of the best produce from...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 17 July
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bee Creative these school Holidays with Arataki Honey.
Roll your own Spiral shaped candle and design and colour a holder for it.
Craft takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.
No booking required - just sign in at the Service Desk when you come in.
Please note that there may be a queue.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Sunday 2 May
Where: Arataki Honey Visitor Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Experience classic 1930s style glamour and romance flying in a beautifully presented, vintage DC-3 airliner over Napier. The DC-3 was known as the ‘Queen of the Skies’ during the 1930s and you can enjoy a truly 'royal' experience during a scenic flight departing from the Napier Aero...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: Hawkes Bay Airport, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover a StoryWalk® at your favourite local park or walkway!
Go with the flow on an interactive nature and early literacy outing. Combine the physical benefits of walking outdoors with the educational benefits of reading, in a fun and engaging way. Explore the StoryWalk® on your own, or walk...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Sunday 2 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Aubyn Live theatre is proud to present the 2021 season of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves.
Come with us to Old Bagdhad for one of the best loved tales of the Arabian Nights.
Comic mayhem is unleashed when Ali Baba discovers a cave full of stolen treasure.
Will the wicked thieves find him out?...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Sunday 25 April
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Power Farming Hawkes Bay Cup is one of New Zealand's oldest race days, first run over 150 years ago!
This outstanding race day has a long-standing tradition or top thoroughbred racing action. Gather your friends and family for an exceptional day's entertainment with free activities for the...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: Hawkes Bay Racecourse, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join the craziness of Uncle Tics, Judah, Nixon, Uncle Jack and JP as they travel across Aotearoa putting on shows in almost every town.
Featuring skits, music, competitions, meet and greets and all the silliness that you're used to seeing them do every day... but now it's live.
The tour is...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The NZSO presents Firebird in association with Ryman Healthcare.
Join your NZSO for a night of soul-stirring music featuring Stravinsky’s The Firebird, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 23 in A Major and more.
Fifty years after Igor Stravinsky’s passing, his music continues to excite, provoke...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dining and Doors from 6:30pm - Music from 7:30pm
Boxcat Records is thrilled to announce acclaimed singer/songwriter ‘Stretch’ will be performing a run of shows through his home region this April. Renowned for unforgettable performances and his connection with audiences, Stretch is stripping...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: Paper Mulberry Cafe, Pukehou, Central Hawke's Bay
Auckland based Musician Paul Lightfoot is 'Not The Church...but damn close', a Solo performance yet with a full band sound. 'Not The Church.. but damn close' is a tribute 'Live' performance of songs from Australian Psychedelic rock icons The Church.
Auckland's 95bFM 'Gig Guide' said; "If you've...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Double Ya Da And The Cosmic Hags commune with the goddess Mother Nature through wailing guitar and pagan-infused garage rock.
Expect: Throbbing, danceable gloom-rock
Think wild modern Rockabilly with attitude and style. ( The Guv’.)
P.G. Henderson with Magic Pixie Juice (Akld)
P G...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The make-up show for last year's Corona cancelled tour finale.
This time last year... the Devils Elbow 'ID' release tour was to pull in home at the bands local Common Room. A week out from the show reports of Covid-19 were rolling in thick and fast and events were being cancelled left. right and...
Date: Saturday 17 April
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hamish McKeich, Conductor
Project Prima Volta, Chorus
The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra presents Broadway Matinee, a concert with Project Prima Volta for the whole family. The best and brightest young singers from across the Hawke’s Bay join the NZSO to perform songs from some of the...
Date: Sunday 18 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Thirsty Whale Napier City Rovers take on Petone in the National League Central League. Catch the highest level of football in New Zealand.
Boucy castle and activities for the kids.
Food and drinks available.
Corporate opportunties.
Date: Sunday 18 April
Where: Bluewater Stadium, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Make the most of the first Sunday of the School Holidays - Ride the Keirunga Park Railway trains and take home a FREE copy of The Viaduct Postcard by Wellington historian Susan Price, illustrated by NZ artist Judith Trevalyan.
Librarians will read this feel-good children’s story set in 1930s...
Date: Sunday 18 April
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in Napier! No previous painting experience necessary! Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
The need to...
Date: Sunday 18 April
Where: Shed 2 Bar and Restaurant, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
John Redman, Wendy Caldwell & Friends sing and play jazz standards and the Great American Songbook.
John Redman vocals
Wendy Caldwell vocals, reeds
Warren Sang piano
Chris Sang bass
Gavin Mather drums
Special Guest Will Sargisson piano
Cash bar and meals available.
Please bring cash...
Date: Sunday 18 April
Where: Napier Sailing Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join the craziness of Uncle Tics, Judah, Nixon, Uncle Jack and JP as they travel across Aotearoa putting on shows in almost every town.
Featuring skits, music, competitions, meet and greets and all the silliness that you're used to seeing them do every day... but now it's live.
The tour is...
Date: Sunday 18 April
Where: Hastings Sports Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
School holiday program for kids 5-18yrs.
Kids will learn cheerleading skills, tumbling skills, circus skills, go swimming do arts & crafts and so much more.
Fun learning in a safe and positive environment.
To register for our holiday program click the link above.
Date: Monday 19 April to Wednesday 21 April
Where: Bay City Cheerleaders, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lend your design and engineering skills to the Lego Continuous Build. Big or small, your design will contribute to our LEGO landscape! Suitable for 4+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 19 April to Saturday 24 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Visit the library and make a poppy or two to commemorate ANZAC day. You can present them on our display board or take them home with you. Suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 19 April to Saturday 24 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Visit the library and make a poppy or two to commemorate ANZAC day. You can present them on our display board or take them home with you. Suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 19 April to Saturday 24 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Visit the library and make a poppy or two to commemorate ANZAC day. You can present them on our display board or take them home with you. Suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 19 April to Saturday 24 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Make A Buzz these school holidays at Arataki Honey Visitor Centre.
Create your own Bee Planter.
Booking required.
Spaces are limited so don't leave it too late.
To book phone: 06 877 7300
Email: shop@aratakihoneyhb.co.nz
Suitable for kids up to 12 years.
Date: Monday 19 April to Friday 30 April
Where: Arataki Honey Visitor Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Holiday Baby Bounce.
Suitable for under-twos. Join us for our half-hour programme of songs and movement.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be running.
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 27 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for all ages.
Come along and listen to some stories, dance to songs, join in with a robotic activity and create a craft to take home.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be running.
Date: Tuesday 20 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
All Blocks - Brick, Set, Go!
Family Lego sessions. Suitable for all ages 5-13 but parents/caregivers of young children must remain in the building. Come along to either of our two family sessions to build to our theme of robots!
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Thursday 22 April
Where: Taradale Library, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You can’t refute that powerhouse drummer/composer and bandleader Mark Lockett loves the music of iconic jazz innovator/saxophonist Ornette Coleman. Having included a number of Coleman tunes on Locketts CDs it no surprise that Lockett would draw on Coleman for inspiration to pen a suite of new...
Date: Tuesday 20 April
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for ages 6-13 years. Your chance to meet Dash, the coding mini robot! Can you complete the robot bowling challenge? Limited spaces, online registration essential at Napier Libraries website.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be...
Date: Wednesday 21 April
Where: Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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.
You’ve seen Bohemian Rhapsody at the cinemas, now see it all come alive on stage and in concert, with big sound,...
Date: Wednesday 21 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for all ages. Think you can crack our code? Search through the Taradale Library for hidden clues to see if you can solve our hidden message.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be running.
Date: Thursday 22 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stretch out and relax with a films day on us; Bring your favourite snacks, a beanbag and your Nan! Suitable for all ages - so Nan should be ok!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 22 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stretch out and relax with a films day on us; Bring your favourite snacks, a beanbag and your Nan! Suitable for all ages - so Nan should be ok!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 22 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stretch out and relax with a films day on us; Bring your favourite snacks, a beanbag and your Nan! Suitable for all ages - so Nan should be ok!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 22 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves is a Pantomime. In a Pantomime, the actors will interact with the audience and the audience are expected to participate with lots of 'Booing' and singing along. Performed mainly by children so it is suitable for all ages including Nana's & Grandads, Mums and Dads,...
Date: Thursday 22 April to Sunday 25 April
Where: Taradale High School, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An opportunity for Muso's to get together and Jam with different people. Great for solo artists etc. All gear supplied: Drums, Amps, Keys and a Piano. Free entry just bring your Gat'.
Date: Thursday 22 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for 12+-year-olds.
With a variety of categories, there will be questions to test your knowledge and something for everyone! Come along as a team or as an individual and we'll create a team for you.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will...
Date: Friday 23 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
See who prevails- crewmates or imposters. Can you complete the library, tech and sorting tasks all while avoiding the imposter or maybe you ARE the imposter? The least sus will survive. Suitable for ages 13 - 18.
Registration required - register through the Libraries website. Limited...
Date: Friday 23 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our Ready 2 Rock night is a night of great rock n roll ,swing and jive music brought to you by Ready 2 Rock DJ's Steve and Harvey who will have you dancing to the great music of the '40s, '50s & '60s both DJ's have an extensive collection of music,so whether you are seasoned dancers or just love...
Date: Friday 23 April
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Open Call @ Paisley Stage
Come along and watch some local Hawkes Bay people brave the bright lights and share their talents with you! With acts from all different areas of performance; comedy, dancing, and singing, just to name a few. A fun night for both performer and patron awaits. Each show...
Date: Friday 23 April
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nau mai, haere mai! NYDS is turning 30!
Come and help us celebrate at our inaugural Festival Day. There will be performances throughout the day from our creatively adventurous students, face painting and food carts.
We can't wait to see you there.
Date: Saturday 24 April
Where: Havelock North High School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for ages 5+ but parents/caregivers of young children must remain in the building. A safe shares Minecraft world for kids. Participants should have the latest version of Minecraft pocket edition loaded onto their devices.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see...
Date: Saturday 24 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our live music nights are back, it's been a while and we need a good night out!! Join us for a night of music with The Rvmes with supporting act Campbell Burns.
Get your dancing shoes on for a night of live music, delicious gourmet snack menu and a couple of drinks!
Tickets will be on sale via...
Date: Saturday 24 April
Where: Crab Farm Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
For this night ONLY, 'Stretch with Special Guests' + Dining available from 6:00pm
Boxcat Records is thrilled to announce acclaimed singer/songwriter ‘Stretch’ will be performing a run of shows through his home region this April. Renowned for unforgettable performances and his connection with...
Date: Saturday 24 April
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presenting some of the best songs from the Rolling Stones over the past fifty years like they should be, energetic, live and loud! For lovers of Rolling Stones music and for lovers of old school live rock n' roll shows this is not just another gig, Brown Sugar really entertain! Returning to the...
Date: Saturday 24 April
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Moana Park Estate for a spectacular day out and get your group or family together. Bic Runga will be joined by support acts to entertain you amongst the vines as you relax on your picnic mat or dance the night away. Moana Parks exquisite wines and a great selection of beverages will be...
Date: Sunday 25 April
Where: Moana Park Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Team Dynamite are thrilled to announce their first tour in over six years, in support of their top five album ‘Respect The Process’.
Together with a live band they embark on a six-date tour around New Zealand, with shows in Gisborne, Napier, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and finishing...
Date: Sunday 25 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join hosts Gerald Allen Yelson-Samuels and $$ B.I.L.L in a live recording of the popular Flat-Earth podcast, Level Heads. Explore the complexities of flat-earth theory, uncover global conspiracies, push back against the Illuminati and enjoy a live performance from $$ B.I.L.L himself.
Featuring...
Date: Monday 26 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lend your design and engineering skills to the Lego Continuous Build. Add your creations to build our LEGO landscape! Suitable for ages 4+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 27 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lend your design and engineering skills to the Lego Continuous Build. Add your creations to build our LEGO landscape! Suitable for ages 4+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 27 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for 8-16-year-olds.
Put your design skills to good use using 'Tinkercad'.
Limited spaces, online registrations essential on the Napier Libraries website.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be running.
Date: Tuesday 27 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for ages 13+ years.
Book related games, reviews, and time to share what you have been reading.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be running.
Date: Tuesday 27 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for all ages.
Join us for a mixture of ANZAC-themed activities including stories, crafts and even a bit of cookie decorating. You can even contribute to our field of poppies painting. Storytimes will be at 11 am & 1 pm.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see...
Date: Wednesday 28 April
Where: Taradale RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hangaia he whare! Come along and build in miniature with us... your dream house, a tree house, any house! Suitable for ages 5+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 28 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Parris Goebel presents The Royal Family Dance Crew touring New Zealand for the South Island for first time. The Royal Family have performed in sold-out shows all over Asia, Europe, USA & Australia. The Royal Family dancers have appeared in music videos reaching over 10 Billion Views. The Royal...
Date: Wednesday 28 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for all ages.
Our Native bird friends have gone missing in the Marine Parade Gardens. Come and help find them. Meet us at the Soundshell to join our search party!
The Soundshell
If raining we will meet at Napier Library.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page...
Date: Thursday 29 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
"The kids were absolutely mesmerised with eyes not even blinking. They laughed, clapped and cheered throughout." - Kate Nelson, MeeToo
Laugh-out-loud stupidity and side-splitting slapstick. Nail-biting circus tricks and a phenomenal finish! The world-touring, crazy stunt people from Dislocate,...
Date: Thursday 29 April
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in Napier! No previous painting experience necessary! Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
The need to...
Date: Thursday 29 April
Where: Shed 2 Bar and Restaurant, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ever heard a bald man sing Rihanna? Edinburgh Fringe Favourite comes to Auckland Fringe for the 1st time, as seen at the biggest comedy clubs in the world including Caroline's on Broadway in NYC and Yuk Yuk's in Toronto – 'exceptionally funny' (Mark Dolan of Balls of Steel) Scottish baldy Gary...
Date: Thursday 29 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Parrotdog, Banished Music & Under the Radar Presents:
THE VEILS
Nux Vomica - Live in concert
In Autumn 2021, The Veils present the first ever live performance of their legendary sophomore album Nux Vomica in its ferocious entirety.
The album was originally recorded in Los Angeles with...
Date: Thursday 29 April
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Makerspace: Come design and make your Superhero disguise!
All three Hastings District Libraries.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your game face and nimble fingers along to our NERDVANA kids and teens gaming zone! It'll be a crash-bashing, mario-carting maelstrom of gaming fun! Suitable for ages 7+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get your craft pants on and pop on in to design and make your Superhero disguise! Are you going to go a bit Wonder Woman, or a bit Tony Stark? Cape/no cape? The possibilities are endless... Suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We will be showing a collection of classic and remarkable anime films and series.
Come and relax on our comfy couches, explore some of our graphic novels and manga, and have a taster of some fantastic, animated masterpieces. If you are an anime-fanatic or brand new to the genre, prepare to be...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your game face and nimble fingers along to our Nerdvana kids and teens gaming zone. Suitable for ages 7+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Friday 30 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
See what all the fuss is about and come experience the awesome fun that is virtual reality gaming! We will have the VR stations setup at various times across the weekend, with play times bookable for 25-minute slots.
Bookings will be taken on the day.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Friday 30 April to Monday 3 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Based on the smash-hit DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar The Musical follows all your favourite cracka-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo. Along the way, they find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s...
Date: Friday 30 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for ages 12+.
Do you think you have what it takes to outwit a librarian? Join us for some fun games to see if you can win!
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see which programmes will be running.
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The much awaited DEAD HILL IS BACK!
By the order of the Warden, Matron is releasing the ghouls on 30th of April
Here's what goes bump in the night at Napier Prison!
Dead Hill releases the ghouls for their Juvenile Jailhouse show.
A great scream and plenty of laughter is good for you.
Book...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Napier Prison, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your Nerf guns, ammo and game face to compete in the Hastings Library battleground for this special NERDVANA kids event! Suitable for ages 7-12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Register through the Libraries website.
Keep an eye out for our adults only session, to be announced soon!
We may take...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your Nerf guns, ammo and game face to compete in the Hastings Library battleground. Two sessions available: one for the young’uns and then one for all the big kids.
Session 1: Friday 30th April 2021 | 7pm - 7:40pm kids' session, suitable ages 7-14
Session 2: Friday 30th April 2021 |...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nicole & the High Society Swingers
International Jazz/Rock vocalist Nicole Chesterman and the fabulous High Society Swingers Jazz Combo.
Simply one of the most sensational vocal artists in New Zealand, Nicole Chesterman and her High Society Swingers regularly headline Festivals, Clubs,...
Date: Friday 30 April
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Walk down Emerson Street and end up in a perfect little market offering a true Hawke's Bay experience.
This is where the local shop. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee, divine treats and all the produce you need to cook up a true locavore's meal.
Shop local and enjoy some of the best produce from...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 17 July
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Havelock Handcrafted Market is held on the first day of every month, next to Peak Pizza in Havelock North
We sell unique handcrafted products made locally - garden art, wooden toys and kitchenware, beautiful hand knitting, jewellery, intricate paper journals and cards, soft toys and busy books...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our monthly mini-market on the first Saturday of the month (from September to May) is worth visiting. Stalls include sausage sizzle, cake stall, Russian fudge, jams, relishes and all things nice in jars, crafts, plants, fresh produce. There also is a huge white elephant stall worth browsing. You...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: St Columba's Presbyterian Church, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bee Creative these school Holidays with Arataki Honey.
Roll your own Spiral shaped candle and design and colour a holder for it.
Craft takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.
No booking required - just sign in at the Service Desk when you come in.
Please note that there may be a queue.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Sunday 2 May
Where: Arataki Honey Visitor Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Discover a StoryWalk® at your favourite local park or walkway!
Go with the flow on an interactive nature and early literacy outing. Combine the physical benefits of walking outdoors with the educational benefits of reading, in a fun and engaging way. Explore the StoryWalk® on your own, or walk...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Sunday 2 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lend your design and engineering skills to the Lego Continuous Build. Add your creations to build our LEGO landscape! Suitable for ages 4+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 27 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come get your geek on! Roll some dice, place those workers, spend your credits or build an unbeatable resource engine! Join the Geeks Guild and delve into the world of board games where strategy meets nerdery; build a beautiful stained glass window, brew explosive unwieldy potions, craft a...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lend your design and engineering skills to the Lego Continuous Build. Add your creations to build our LEGO landscape! Suitable for ages 4+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 27 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Based on the smash-hit DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar The Musical follows all your favourite cracka-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo. Along the way, they find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s...
Date: Friday 30 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
See what all the fuss is about and come experience the awesome fun that is virtual reality gaming! We will have the VR stations setup at various times across the weekend, with play times bookable for 25-minute slots.
Bookings will be taken on the day.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Friday 30 April to Monday 3 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Immerse yourself in exciting new worlds and adventurous journeys as you peruse our collection of Graphic novels and Manga at the Hastings Library.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The best detective of all time, Sherlock Holmes, needs your help. A criminal genius is on the loose and you need to stop him.
“Sherlock” is an immersive escape room new to Hastings City. Here for a limited time, get your friends together and help solve the puzzle on who is trying to evade...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Saturday 8 May
Where: Sherlock Escape Room Pop-Up, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Suitable for 13+-year-olds.
Calling all Manga readers, let's celebrate Free Comic Book Day! We love ;Bleach', 'Black Butler', 'Tokyo Ghoul', 'One Punch Man', and 'My Hero Academia'. Share with us the Manga you have been reading.
If Covid-19 levels change, please check our Facebook page to see...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your game face and nimble fingers along to our Nerdvana kids and teens gaming zone. Suitable for ages 7+.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Friday 30 April to Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join wayward wizard Tarquin the Honest and a motley band of adventurers on an epic quest in this D&D adventure performed live without a safety net.
Get an exclusive pass to watch in-person or view virtually on the day.
Limited in-person places!
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hawkes Latin Dance Club presents an exciting evening of Tango Argentino and Milonga, featuring guest DJ Ian Jenkins and the Alzbeta Tango Project. The event will also include special dance performances and demonstrations.
The ball’s theme is 1939 Art Deco, with period dress encouraged,...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Napier Tango Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke’s Bay’s favourite reggae band, The Rude Boyz are bringing their Bob Marley Tribute to The Cabana Napier.
Music legend, reggae icon, spiritual visionary and rebel revolutionary Robert Nesta Marley - Bob Marley - impact on the world has been unlike any musician before.
Anywhere you go in...
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Door sales only - Pay what you want!
The Julie Lamb Outfit are bringing their full eight-piece, kick-arse funky pop sound to Spaceship.
They’re showing off their 2020 album “How Humans Think” which debuted at 10 on the official NZ Album Charts, and received 5 stars from Muzic.net.nz....
Date: Saturday 1 May
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets.
The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 20 June
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fabulous looking dude with crazy hair and tight, tight, pants steals a baby with the help of a whole lot of dancing, drinking, puppet goblins. Settle in for the afternoon in our Mezzanine area to enjoy this classic 80s film.
Related: You remind me of the babe.
Rated PG – all audiences...
Date: Sunday 2 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Warhammer: Age of Sigmar is a tabletop wargame played with small scale fantasy miniatures. Games are played on a flat surface with various terrain features, simulating a real battlefield. Part of the game is ‘the hobby’ which covers assembling and painting the miniatures.
In conjunction with...
Date: Sunday 2 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
During this session, run by Lovecraft Game Store, you will learn how to create a D&D character from scratch. No prior game play or character development knowledge is required but bringing along a character concept is encouraged.
If you can’t make this event or the event is full contact...
Date: Sunday 2 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Simply Ballroom is held every first Sunday of the month come along and enjoy a mixture of all types of the ballroom with DJ's Bertie & Ansie. Two hours of non-stop music - Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba or any requests for other ballroom dances. A good night of social ballroom dancing. All dancers...
Date: Sunday 2 May to Monday 2 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
How do you spell the sound of adventure? How do you spell the sound of travelling through space and time? How do you recognize a Madman in a box?
"wWheeooooshhhhhfwooo wheeoooooshhhhhfwoooo"
"Vworp vworp"
"Dummmmmmm...Hooeeewww hooeeewww hooeeewww hooeewwew hooeeweeweew veeoom-eeoom...
Date: Monday 3 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ever wonder what the kids are on about when they talk about coding lessons or various technology at school? Drop into the Hastings library to have a play with a bunch of tech on offer. Learn the basics of coding, figure out how to steer a Sphero and make the Makey Makeys make. If your kids or...
Date: Monday 3 May to Tuesday 4 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Makerspace: Come cut and build a paper robot – what will yours look like?
All three Hastings District Libraries.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Monday 3 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An intergenerational fight between Light and Dark, set against a background of economic instability, in a galaxy far, far away.
9 am – 12 pm – Rated M, adult supervision recommended
1 pm – 7 pm – Rated PG, all audiences welcome
We may take photographs or video recordings during...
Date: Tuesday 4 May
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 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and make some Star Wars-themed crafts in honour of May the Fourth!
All three Hastings District Libraries.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 4 May
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night for beginners and experienced dancers this is a social rock n roll club, we welcome those who want to learn rock n roll and we will assist you. Become a member of the rock n roll club for $10.00 a year which this financial year has...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 4 May
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Zealand’s most accomplished performers, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa protégé Ipu Laga’aia, tenor Chris McRae, musical theatre stars Sophie Morris and Rutene Spooner, and music legend Laughton Kora join forces with The New Zealand String Quartet to today announce a nationwide tour of The New...
Date: Tuesday 4 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Travel the world and come enjoy the flavours and deliciousness from Indonesia! Pauline has created an Indonesian themed menu, a Rijsttafel!
- Coconut Rice
- Beef or Tofu Rendang
- Chicken Satay Skewers
- Green Beans
- Sweet and Sour Atjar Tjampoer
- Seroendeng
- Pisang Goreng
This is a...
Date: Friday 7 May
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Brendhan Lovegrove- Live Comedy Night
10 x winner of New Zealand Male Comic of The Year is back in Napier for a one night only show.
Sold ut at the last 4 Auckland international comedy festival shows Lovegrove brings a new show of over an hour of new and greatest hits comedy.
Be sure not...
Date: Friday 7 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Dark Eighties Dance Party - Napier Debut!
We originated on the West Coast of North America + have sold out nights in Wellington, Auckland, Montreal, Vancouver, Nyc, Toronto, and London!
On May 7th, it's finally time to bring The Dark Eighties to Paisley Stage in Napier!
We'll be...
Date: Friday 7 May
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Date due to Art Deco COVID-cancellation.
Enjoy an evening with sparkling jazz singer Lady Larisa and her incredible band. Be entertained in the Stunning Opera House, whilst sharing in the official release of ‘Honeychild’ Lady Larisa’s debut jazz ep which recently received a five-star...
Date: Saturday 8 May
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Sam Manzanza will be performing his infectious, hot, spicy, high-energy music originating from tribal Afro-beats to make you feel magic, love, peace, and positive vibes. It is an experience not to be missed as you will find yourself dancing nonstop and not needing to go to the gym the next day....
Date: Saturday 8 May
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Sound, Under The Radar and Banished Music presents
The Chills - Scatterbrain Album Release Tour
Having announced the release of their seventh studio album Scatterbrain, The Chills announce a nationwide tour for April / May 2021.
All tickets on sale from Banished Music except:
Tickets...
Date: Saturday 8 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Located 15 minutes drive south of Waipukurau.
This is trail running at its very best! Choose from a half marathon, a 12k or dip your toes in with the 5k. Walkers are welcome in the 12k and 5k events.
We are excited about our new Ranui Farm Park course which is a mix of farmland with mown...
Date: Sunday 9 May
Where: Ranui Farm Park, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Mother’s Day Lunch At Wallingford On 9th of May.
Gather your siblings together and surprise mum with a lunch in the wonderland that is Wallingford.
Arrive at 11.45 am for small bites, a glass of bubbles on the lawn listen to jazz bY Matt Mear and Wil Sargisson.
Sit down among old-growth...
Date: Sunday 9 May
Where: Wallingford Homestead, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Dior And I
Dior and I brings the viewer inside the storied world of the Christian Dior fashion house with a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Raf Simons’ first haute couture collection as its new artistic director—a true labour of love created by a dedicated group of...
Date: Sunday 9 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Banksy Does New York
On October 1, 2013, the elusive British street artist known as Banksy launched a self-proclaimed month-long residency in New York City, posting one unique exhibit a day in an unannounced location, sparking a 31-day scavenger hunt both online and on the streets for Banksy’s...
Date: Sunday 9 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Studio 54: The Documentary
In 1977, New York night club Studio 54 opened its doors. Frequented by celebrity guests, the club became the place to be. A look underneath the glitz and glamour of New York's most famous club.
Rating: M LSRDRN (Offensive language, sexual references, drug references...
Date: Sunday 9 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
James Roque’s smash-hit Boy Mestizo is on tour! A finalist for the Fred Award for Best NZ Show at the 2019 NZ International Comedy Festival, Roque brings his hour of "too real" laughs to the 'Stings for one night only.
James always thought his hang-ups about being brown came from when he...
Date: Wednesday 12 May
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dust off your curlers and get ready for a unique night of entertainment with Ethel and Bethel Bingo Babes.
Ethel & Bethel love nothing more than a few rounds of bingo with a bunch of good folk looking for a fun-filled night out!
While you fill your bingo card there will be more chances to...
Date: Friday 14 May
Where: The Cheval Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It's time for GRUNGE! All the best from Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, STPs etc etc etc! You know, good music! Live and loud from Hawkes Bays own Temple of the Grunge, a cast of awesome singers and a band which is truly a ball of Grunge rock energy.
Date: Friday 14 May
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nadia Reid & Her Band - Opera House & Theatre Tour with special guest Anthonie Tonnon
Event timings are listed as when doors open. Show begins 30 minutes after doors
Nadia Reid has praised the world over for her intimate, complex songwriting. She is described by The Guardian as ‘an...
Date: Friday 14 May
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lovely CHB is having another amazing "community day" in town on the main street of Waipukurau on Ruataniwha st, outside the local business. This event is focused on supporting our local charity, school fundraising, craft groups, and any local groups and clubs. Please note that all stallholders...
Date: Saturday 15 May
Where: Ruataniwha st, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join old mates writer Owen Marshall, artist Grahame Sydney and poet Brian Turner in the beautiful Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, as they share stories, reminisce and talk of their deep connection to the wide plains and vast skies of Central Otago.
We are beyond delighted to have this talented team...
Date: Thursday 20 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Get tomorrow's ideas today! A Wonderful range of exhibitors, 'Ask an Expert' sessions, latest trends, innovations and exclusive show specials it’s the place to be for solutions for sustainable homes, gardens and better living.
Featuring Kitchens, Building, Renovating, Heating, Insulation,...
Date: Friday 21 May to Sunday 23 May
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ghazaleh Golbakhsh is an Iranian-New Zealand writer, filmmaker and Fulbright scholar.
She has written various short films that have screened internationally including the recent documentary This is Us which centred on Muslim New Zealanders for RNZ and NZ on Air.
She is currently developing...
Date: Friday 21 May
Where: Langton House, Pukehou, Central Hawke's Bay
Join us for bubbles and laughter and an afternoon with much loved kiwi author and gardener Lynda Hallinan.
Former NZ Gardener editor, author, broadcaster, amateur home-brewer, pickler, preserver, part-time farmer, occasional farmers’ market stallholder and mad-keen gardener, Lynda Hallinan has...
Date: Friday 21 May
Where: Nola Cafe, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
A prolific and successful playwright, Roger Hall QNZM QSO has consistently written for the stage, alongside scriptwriting for film and television. Hall’s writing is known for its comedy, political and social purpose, and underlying pathos. His plays have toured widely and have been performed at...
Date: Friday 21 May
Where: Langton House, Pukehou, Central Hawke's Bay
A Qantas Media Award winning columnist, Mary writes a Q&A personal finance column in the Weekend Herald. She is interviewed on money issues every second Thursday on National Radio, and presents highly praised seminars. She is a director of Financial Services Complaints Ltd (FSCL), and frequently...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: Wallingford Homestead, Waipukurau, Central Hawke's Bay
Rose Carlyle considers herself to be an ordinary person who wrote a book, but her novel The Girl in the Mirror is not ordinary in the slightest.
After she sent her manuscript to a publisher, it was quickly sent on to Australia and within weeks she received an email from one of the big five...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: St Hildas, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
The timeless wisdom of Maori proverbs explained by respected Maori psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder, showing us how we can live better lives, in harmony with the planet.
Ki te kotahi te kakaho ka whati, ki te kapuia, e kore e whati
When we stand alone we are vulnerable but together we are...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: Te Aute College, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
Takapau 1st & 2nd rock n roll birthday hop with a country Hoedown theme, with great music from Gerry Lee the one-man stage show come dance the night away with New Zealand's Premier Rock n Roll Pianist, great door prizes and raffles on the night $12 entry doors open 7 pm.
Bar available No BYO...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: Takapau Town Hall, Takapau, Central Hawke's Bay
Romantic, mystical and lyrical, the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Giselle is a timeless production of one of ballet’s great stories.
Former RNZB Artistic Director Ethan Stiefel and celebrated principal dancer, choreographer and director Johan Kobborg’s acclaimed production of Giselle first...
Date: Saturday 22 May to Sunday 23 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Boom Boom Room Burlesque presents Gin Palace a prohibition cabaret, set in a time where the parties were bigger, the pace was faster and the morals were looser.
Starring the debonair boylesque crooner Mr Lola Illusion, and the burlesque beauties Havana Ciggaro, Hollie Berry, Man's Ruin and...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The boyz are very excited to be invited back to Napier and look forward to seeing you all there in May.
Early-bird tickets on sale now until 10 May. Limited door sales if not sold out prior.
Call Joe to book yours now: 027-582-9925
Son de Cuba* is who they are and what they play.
Son...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Drum and Bass fans rejoice, as WILKINSON has been approved to tour the country in May 2021, taking his high energy show and back catalogue of bangers to Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin and the Hawkes Bay.
Over the past 10 years, Wilkinson has cemented himself as one of the most...
Date: Saturday 22 May
Where: Exhibition Hall, Whangarei, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Please join us for this fun free event at the Central Hawkes Bay Museum - a celebration to close the second Between the Lines Festival.
The session features poet and musician Tim Saunders with his band The Rousies from Manawatu.
We will also enjoy talks and readings from local authors Jeremy...
Date: Sunday 23 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Our tenors delight with the greatest melodies and songs ever written, delivered with their signature charm and cheekiness.
Starring the amazing artists Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Amanda Atlas, Derek Hill, Kalauni Pouvalu and on piano Paul Carnegie-Jones.
Date: Wednesday 26 May
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Our tenors delight with the greatest melodies and songs ever written, delivered with their signature charm and cheekiness.
Starring the amazing artists Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Amanda Atlas, Derek Hill, Kalauni Pouvalu and on piano Paul Carnegie-Jones.
Date: Thursday 27 May
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
BEN ELTON announced last year that he would tour New Zealand in 2020 with a brand-new stand-up show, Ben Elton Live. But we all know what happened next.
Ben is now newly confirmed to arrive in New Zealand to quarantine in April, to then hit the stage in May 2021, with fourteen new dates added...
Date: Friday 28 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Open Call 2 @ Cabana
Come along and watch some local Hawkes Bay people brave the bright lights and share their talents with you! With acts from all different areas of performance; comedy, dancing, and singing, just to name a few. A fun night for both performer and patron awaits. Each show will...
Date: Friday 28 May
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A special evening of world class classical crossover entertainment with internationally successful Kiwi artists
Geoff Sewell and BRAVO AMICI postponed their 2020 New Zealand concert tour due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The Tour was rescheduled to tour in May 2021, but after working for many...
Date: Sunday 30 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
So you’re tough, but are you tough enough to take on the 1-day Junior Tough Guy and Gal Challenge?
This is a chance for primary and intermediate aged kids to get involved in New Zealand’s biggest mud run series in a version tailored especially for them! The Junior Tough Guys and Gals will take...
Date: Wednesday 2 June
Where: Clifton Station, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Simply Ballroom is held every first Sunday of the month come along and enjoy a mixture of all types of the ballroom with DJ's Bertie & Ansie. Two hours of non-stop music - Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba or any requests for other ballroom dances. A good night of social ballroom dancing. All dancers...
Date: Sunday 2 May to Monday 2 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
7pm - 8.45pm with 15min interval
Join us at The Movement for an antidote to apathy and inaction! The Movement is a quadruple bill of brand-new dance work from Footnote New Zealand Dance that amplifies important conversations about our world. The rising tide, the future of biotech, an...
Date: Wednesday 2 June
Where: Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
One of New Zealand’s most compelling voices of modern soul TEEKS (Te Karehana Gardiner-Toi) shares his long-awaited debut album ‘Something To Feel’.
To mark this special milestone, TEEKS is proud to announce a very special, six date album tour, seeing the celebrated Māori artist perform...
Date: Friday 4 June
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Walk down Emerson Street and end up in a perfect little market offering a true Hawke's Bay experience.
This is where the local shop. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee, divine treats and all the produce you need to cook up a true locavore's meal.
Shop local and enjoy some of the best produce from...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 17 July
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets.
The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 20 June
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Neil Diamond - the consummate American singer-songwriter whose deep, resounding voice and timeless tunes have made him one of the world’s most loved and lauded artists, earning him numerous Top Ten hits, Grammy awards and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Now comes The Sweet...
Date: Friday 11 June
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Located just 40 minutes North of Napier, Tutira offers a beautiful and challenging course, with stunning views.
This is trail running at its very best! Choose from a half marathon, a 12k or dip your toes in with the 5k. Walkers are welcome in the 12k and 5k events.
A new venue and course at...
Date: Sunday 13 June
Where: Lake Tutira, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In a quiet Napier street in September 1920 four friends met to talk about their dream of starting a Football Club. Pros and cons were debated and late into the evening a plan was formed.
Originally based in Napier’s Technical College, the club was forced to relocate after the College was...
Date: Friday 18 June
Where: Napier Tech Rugby Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In a quiet Napier street in September 1920 four friends met to talk about their dream of starting a Football Club. Pros and cons were debated and late into the evening a plan was formed.
Originally based in Napier’s Technical College, the club was forced to relocate after the College was...
Date: Saturday 19 June to Sunday 20 June
Where: Napier Tech Rugby Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In a quiet Napier street in September 1920 four friends met to talk about their dream of starting a Football Club. Pros and cons were debated and late into the evening a plan was formed.
Originally based in Napier’s Technical College, the club was forced to relocate after the College was...
Date: Saturday 19 June
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Banff Mountain Film Festival is the largest, and one of the most prestigious, mountain festivals in the world. Hot on the heels of the festival held every autumn in Banff, Canada the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the road and for 2021 we'll be coming to Napier!
With stops...
Date: Thursday 24 June
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stevie Ray Vaughan Tribute Show
Talk about sticking your neck out.
The moment you decide as a band to pay tribute to any artist you are opening yourself up to instant comparisons and worse ridicule. One thing for sure no matter who the artist you had better be able to carry it off or be...
Date: Saturday 26 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Simply Ballroom is held every first Sunday of the month come along and enjoy a mixture of all types of the ballroom with DJ's Bertie & Ansie. Two hours of non-stop music - Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba or any requests for other ballroom dances. A good night of social ballroom dancing. All dancers...
Date: Sunday 2 May to Monday 2 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Walk down Emerson Street and end up in a perfect little market offering a true Hawke's Bay experience.
This is where the local shop. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee, divine treats and all the produce you need to cook up a true locavore's meal.
Shop local and enjoy some of the best produce from...
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 17 July
Where: Clive Square, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Greg Johnson returns home for a much-anticipated New Zealand tour, after a year-long LA lockdown.
With special guest Dianne Swann.
Look forward to Greg and band performing hits like Isabelle, Don't Wait Another Day, Liberty, Save Yourself - and fantastic songs from upcoming new album Tilt...
Date: Saturday 3 July
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Frantic fiddling, breathtaking ballads, jigs and jollity, Irish jokes, you'll have Ireland in your heart to be sure, to be sure!
Starring the amazing artists Susan Boland, Alex Foster, Jessica Hindin, Paul Carnegie-Jones, Russell Dixon and Stuart Coats.
Date: Wednesday 21 July
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Frantic fiddling, breathtaking ballads, jigs and jollity, Irish jokes, you'll have Ireland in your heart to be sure, to be sure!
Starring the amazing artists Susan Boland, Alex Foster, Jessica Hindin, Paul Carnegie-Jones, Russell Dixon and Stuart Coats.
Date: Thursday 22 July
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The first of a monthly night ” DIVAS & A PIANO”, features the best of the Bays Diva’s singing original and Covers backed by just our Premier 5 Foot 1 Baby Grand.
This month’s DIVAS are: Ursula Alexander, Adrienne Toner, Jackie Gibson, Bobbi Rowe, Chrissy Atkinson, Kitty Day and Lynne...
Date: Friday 30 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Simply Ballroom is held every first Sunday of the month come along and enjoy a mixture of all types of the ballroom with DJ's Bertie & Ansie. Two hours of non-stop music - Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Rumba or any requests for other ballroom dances. A good night of social ballroom dancing. All dancers...
Date: Sunday 2 May to Monday 2 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Following the triumph of his Hansel & Gretel in 2019, the Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to commission a new work by Choreographer in Residence Loughlan Prior for 2021.
The Firebird, first staged in Paris in 1910, changed the direction of ballet. The spine-tingling grandeur of...
Date: Friday 6 August to Saturday 7 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The GLOW SHOW team is back with WONDERLAND GLOW SHOW, a ‘kiwified’ interpretation of the classic ‘Alice in Wonderland' tale for tamariki, educators and whanau! Let your imagination soar as you're transported by the magic of giant scale glow-in-the-dark puppetry. The mega edu-taining...
Date: Monday 23 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie as we sing and dance the day away to your favourite hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Starring the amazing artists Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Karl Perigo, Bruce French, Grant Winterburn, Ray Eade and Suzanne Lynch.
Date: Wednesday 25 August
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie as we sing and dance the day away to your favourite hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Starring the amazing artists Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Karl Perigo, Bruce French, Grant Winterburn, Ray Eade and Suzanne Lynch.
Date: Thursday 26 August
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Turning houses into homes for over 30 years!
The Hawke’s Bay Home & Garden Show is packed with all the ideas and information that you need to transform your surroundings into the space you’ve always dreamed of. Be thrilled by the variety, amazed by the innovations and impressed by the expert...
Date: Friday 3 September to Sunday 5 September
Where: McLean Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Located 20 minutes from central Napier, our Sacred Hill Winery course is one of our favourites. It starts with a lap around the vines before heading off across the farm and into the forest.
This is trail running at its very best! Choose from a half marathon, a 12k or dip your toes in with the...
Date: Sunday 5 September
Where: Sacred Hill Riflemen’s Vineyard, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction celebrates 30 years in 2021, with Hawke’s Bay’s most talented winemakers providing over 40 lots of wine, many of which are being specially blended.
This year’s Wine Auction event will take place on Saturday the 18th of September 2021.
The main event begins...
Date: Saturday 18 September
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Located just 40 minutes North of Napier, Lake Tutira offers a beautiful and challenging course, with stunning views.
This is trail running at its very best! Choose from a half marathon, a 12k or dip your toes in with the 5k. Walkers are welcome in the 12k and 5k events.
There is a picturesque...
Date: Sunday 26 September
Where: Lake Tutira, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
There's No Business Like Show Business features Glitter, glamour and show tunes, prepare to be dazzled by our amazing musical spectacular!
Starring the musical talents from Susan Boland, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Alex Milligan, Grant Winterburn, Kelly Lim Harris and Stuart Coats.
Date: Wednesday 6 October
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
There's No Business Like Show Business features Glitter, glamour and show tunes, prepare to be dazzled by our amazing musical spectacular!
Starring the musical talents from Susan Boland, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Alex Milligan, Grant Winterburn, Kelly Lim Harris and Stuart Coats.
Date: Thursday 7 October
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mark the date. This long-standing event on the Central Hawke's Bay calendar is a must-do. Stalls, food, games and much more followed by the annual duck race.
More details to follow. Stalls are just $25 for a 3x3 with all stall fees going to Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Duck tickets on...
Date: Saturday 9 October
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Friends – The Musical Parody have today announced that they are postponing their near sold out 2020 tour & have secured new dates for 2021 and added extra shows. All tickets remain valid for the new dates.
The tour will now take place in September and October 2021 and they look forward to...
Date: Saturday 9 October
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It’s time to check-in to Hotel California The Eagles Experience – the captivating live concert and stage show saluting the extraordinary talent and timeless catalogue of The Eagles.
With a stage full of show-stopping voices and musicians, relive the beautiful country harmonies, the rockin’...
Date: Saturday 9 October
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fantastic Family Fun! Come along and see the animals and the people at New Zealand's biggest A&P show. Back to our 3 day best - get up close with the most prestigious competitions in the country. Something for everyone! The Food! The Animals! The People! The Rides! The Shopping! The entertainment!...
Date: Wednesday 20 October to Friday 22 October
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Musical Gala with an International cast brings London’s West End and New York’s Broadway to New Zealand for the first time.
The World of Musicals brings the very best of Musical theatre to life.
This incredible production is a wonderful revue of all your favorite musical theatre...
Date: Wednesday 3 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Let the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Following its hugely successful world premiere in 2015, the RNZB is thrilled to be bringing A Midsummer Night’s Dream back for Christmas 2021. Lovers, fairies, mischief and moonlight...
Date: Saturday 6 November to Sunday 7 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fall into the ring of fire in this unforgettable music concert dedicated to the music, love and lives of Johnny Cash and June Carter.
For more than 40 years Johnny Cash and June Carter enthralled audiences around the world with their songs of life, love and heartache. A love story played out...
Date: Thursday 11 November
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Cole Murray Cape Kidnappers Trail Run is located in beautiful Hawke’s Bay.
The course is set mostly on private land and includes trail by windswept beaches, native forest, waterfalls, river gorges and stunning coastal farmland. The views are simply spectacular!
You can run or walk...
Date: Saturday 13 November
Where: Clifton Bay Cafe, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Music Society Concerts, held every second Sunday of the month, March-November at St Matthew's Anglican Church, feature local vocal, instrumental and group musicians performing varied musical styles representing centuries of beautiful music.
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 14 November
Where: St Matthew's Anglican Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Please note due to the Covid-19 situation, the 2020 performance date has been postponed to 2021.
Following their sell-out 2019 performances of Swan Lake, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to New Zealand to perform a double bill, The Nutcracker & Don Quixote. Two sensational ballets, one...
Date: Sunday 14 November
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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lose yourself in the splendour of Vienna as we capture the magic of Christmas, the wonder of the lights, the beautiful carols, the waltzes and great frocks! Starring, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Karl Perigo, Alex Foster, Jessica Hindin, Kelly Lim Harris and Paul Carnegie-Jones on piano.
Date: Thursday 18 November
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Direct from Australia, Showtime invites you to dance your way into a time warp of 70’s disco dancefloor thrillers and timeless heartfelt rock ballads with The Bee Gees Night Fever!
Night Fever is jetting into town to recreate the Bee Gee’s 1997One Night Only Las Vegas concert experience in a...
Date: Saturday 20 November
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at the beautiful Paritua Vineyard & Winery for Run the Vines, in the wine-growing region of Bridge Pa, Hastings. Walk or run the flat and scenic 5km, 10km or 15km around the vines, then sit back and enjoy music with Alex Richardson and Shelby while enjoying a glass of Paritua wine (or a...
Date: Saturday 27 November
Where: Paritua Vineyards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Crafts, games, music and Bible stories. Free fun for all the family. Learn new skills. Make new friends. Included is a light meal. All welcome and bring your friends and neighbours.
Hosted by St Peter's Anglican Church, Riverslea, Hastings. For more information contact Rosie Marriott on 876...
Date: Saturday 24 April to Saturday 27 November
Where: St Martins Hall, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Hastings Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings War Memorial Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a book chat group especially for older adults. We'll tell each other what we've been reading, what we've enjoyed or what we haven't! Library staff will present some titles new to the library. For more information ask at your library.
We may take photographs or...
Date: Thursday 6 May to Thursday 2 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere parkrun hold free, weekly, 5km timed events every Saturday at 8am at Flaxmere Park for you to run, walk, or jog at your preferred pace.
Register once for free on the website to get your free barcode then join us every Saturday.
Date: Saturday 17 April to Saturday 4 December
Where: Flaxmere Park, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Save the date!
Wonder Christmas Markets 2021 are back after a hugely successful first year.
Featuring a curated line up of quality stallholders and food vendors coming together to create a very special festive experience.
More details to come...
Date: Saturday 4 December to Sunday 5 December
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to Minecraft Mondays, where you can swap tips and collaborate with other like-minded gamers.
Interested? Great! You will require your own device with Minecraft installed/downloaded.
Suitable age 5+ and all skill levels.
This is a drop-in club, meaning you can come each week or...
Date: Monday 12 April to Monday 20 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along and be a part of the wonderful, vibrant poetry group, where you can share your own work and hear poems by other members of Hawke’s Bay’s community. If you want to just listen, that is fine too. Napier Live Poets is tremendously supportive of all writers. The poets sit in a...
Date: Monday 3 May to Monday 6 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us and share your baking experiences and recipes. We have a theme for each month and view some of the delectable books from the cooking and baking collection. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking for all to enjoy.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Tuesday 4 May to Tuesday 7 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659 or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 13 April to Tuesday 14 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Looking for your next great read?
Read'n'Chat is a monthly book group held at Napier and Taradale Libraries, everyone is welcome to come along, talk about books and learn more about the library.
The friendly library staff share titles they have enjoyed recently, and you are welcome to share...
Date: Wednesday 14 April to Wednesday 8 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics of the bay and visiting comics from around the world. If you want to have a go yourself, contact us through the Hawkes...
Date: Sunday 11 April to Sunday 12 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Knit and Natter happens each month regardless of the seasons at Taradale Library.
Bring your knitting or other needlework and share a cuppa and chat.
Napier Libraries is a true community hub which supports learning, creativity and interaction with free programmes and activities designed for...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for Book Chat on the third Wednesday of every month.
There is no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and hear what others have been reading. You'll get a preview of some of the latest and/or recommended books from the library staff.
We may take...
Date: Wednesday 21 April to Wednesday 15 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This Havelock North Library book club for adults will give you the opportunity to share with others about the books you have been reading. We do not read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books you've read and liked, or even tell us about the ones you didn't enjoy and why! Library staff...
Date: Thursday 15 April to Thursday 16 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, 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.
We also have a...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay Comedy Open Mic Nights provide budding comedians with a safe place to strut their stuff, and experienced comics a place to try new material. Come and see the best comics from Hawkes Bay and visiting from around the world. If you want to have a go, please contact us through the Hawkes Bay...
Date: Tuesday 20 April to Tuesday 21 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The two-day event, which is hosted by Wairoa Community Development Trust, will be held at the Wairoa A&P showgrounds.
Two days of interactive exhibits, seminars and demonstrations will give East Coast and Hawke’s Bay farming communities the opportunity to interact face-to-face with industry...
Date: Wednesday 23 February to Thursday 24 February
Where: Wairoa A&P Showgrounds, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A genuine Country Fair and rural Auction set around a beautiful lake.
It is a great family event with well-established trees for shade, ample seating and plentiful free parking.
Entry is by Gold Coin donation.
There are over 100 quality stalls and plenty of entertainment for children such as...
Date: Sunday 27 February
Where: The Puketapu Lake, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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