Find out what Concerts & Gigs are on in Hawke's Bay.
Join Sharon and Alan Holt at Taradale Library for a special Te Reo Singalong Show. The show is an entertaining presentation of four of Sharon and Alan's Te Reo Singalong books using costumes, puppets and music. It is sure to be a big hit with children, teachers and parents who already love this...
Date: Wednesday 23 June
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join Sharon and Alan Holt at Taradale Library for a special Te Reo Singalong Show. The show is an entertaining presentation of four of Sharon and Alan's Te Reo Singalong books using costumes, puppets and music. It is sure to be a big hit with children, teachers and parents who already love this...
Date: Wednesday 23 June
Where: Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We're doing it again. The first Build A Band Jam was so successful we are holding another Thursday 24th June.
Just bring your instruments. Guitar Amps / Bass Amps / Piano /Drums all provided. This is a lot of fun and gives Muso's a chance to play with people they wouldn't normally jam with. A...
Date: Thursday 24 June
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Racing’s Space Boogie tour is in celebration of their first single from their Sophomore album, due for release later in 2021.
June 25 - Paisley Stage Napier
June 26 - Meow, Wellington
July 2 - Galatos, Auckland*
July 3 - Totara St, Mt Maunganui**
A cosmic hypnotic groove propels...
Date: Friday 25 June
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ready 2 Rock DJs are back playing real great music to put those dance lessons to the test. Jive - Swing - Rock n Roll or just good old Boogie. Join us at this great venue with a great dance floor to match. A great night of music and dance.
Date: Friday 25 June
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
When the routine bites you hard............. LOVE WILL TEAR US A PARTY
Come join us for the ultimate 80s party hosted by Hawkes Bays Lil B (Common Room Resident DJ) and Chopper Reed (Fat Freddys Drop).
Alternative, new wave, synth, pop, the best of the 80s, Dress in your best 80s outfit for...
Date: Friday 25 June
Where: The Common Room, 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
Hawke’s Bay favourite reggae band The Rude Boyz bringing the reggae vibes back to the Common Room Hastings.
The Rude Boyz at the Common Room is always a great night of fun, music, dancing and partying to a full live band jamming classic reggae and local NZ reggae favourites.
You won’t be...
Date: Saturday 26 June
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
BAR 2013 Presents “Vibes Saturday” featuring Kings of Old School DJManchoo & DJ Friction!
ID Required.
Bar 2013 Hastings is a busy central inner-city bar, nightclub and gaming lounge. Offering live entertainment DJs, Karaoke, Bands, Live Music Gigs, Casino, Pool Table and other events...
Date: Saturday 26 June
Where: Bar 2013, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of rock n roll every Tuesday night for beginners and experienced dancers this is a social rock n roll club, we welcome those who want to learn rock n roll and we will assist you. Become a member of the rock n roll club for $10.00 a year which this financial year has only...
Date: Tuesday 29 June to Tuesday 3 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NO SCRUBS: 90s + Early 00s Party
After a huge sell-out events in Napier earlier this year, No Scrubs is finally back!! We’re bringing 90s + early 00s tunes + good vibes to the dancefloor and playing aaall the best tunes/anthems/bangas from 90s – 2009!
Date: Friday 2 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier Death Metal Festival 9
NDMF9
10 Bands 2 Stages
- Carnal
- Vassafor
- Graves
- Malevolence
- Horrendous Disfigurement
- Corpse Feast
- Fatdick
- Teraset
- Deathnir
With special headlining guests.
Ulcerate
Date: Saturday 3 July
Where: The Cabana, 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
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 4 July to Sunday 1 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tim Stannard & Nathan Bond.
are two comedians with bright futures. Tim Stannard was born within a small cicada husk, Tim hibernated for over 12 years before being released to the world. An exceptionally funny man with no personal flaws, He is currently working on making a louder sound whilst...
Date: Sunday 4 July
Where: The Cabana, 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 only...
Date: Tuesday 29 June to Tuesday 3 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A varied programme by talented local performers: Amanda Faulkner, Soprano accompanied by Elizabeth Curtis; Leo Guo, Piano; Bob & Jenny Cross, Baroque Instruments - Bassoon & Treble Recorder.
A cafe-style lunch is available after the concert, $10 cash only.
Date: Wednesday 7 July
Where: Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Darren Watson lives the blues. His band Chicago Smokeshop toured every pub in New Zealand tirelessly in the ’80s with a pulsing, sweaty full on blues set.
These days Darren has a global reputation as a blues guitarist and songwriter, and his latest album “Getting Sober For The End of The...
Date: Wednesday 7 July
Where: Tikokino Community Hall, Tikokino, Central Hawke's Bay
Darren Watson lives the blues. His band Chicago Smokeshop toured every pub in New Zealand tirelessly in the ’80s with a pulsing, sweaty full-on blues set.
These days Darren has a global reputation as a blues guitarist and songwriter, and his latest album “Getting Sober For The End of The...
Date: Thursday 8 July
Where: Sherenden Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Courtney Barnett announces she will be undertaking a solo tour around Aotearoa this July, in her first live shows in over 12 months. Tickets go on sale this Friday. Having been grounded in 2020 care of the global pandemic, Barnett made the best of a bad situation and wrote and recorded a new...
Date: Thursday 8 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Presenting the Wil Sargisson Quartet for a night of smooth salty jazz in the magnificent Blyth Performing Arts Centre.
Hawke’s Bay Jazz vocalist Margot Pierard has recently begun a fruitful association with the locally born, internationally renowned jazz pianist Wil Sargisson.
Accompanied...
Date: Friday 9 July
Where: Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Darren Watson lives the blues. His band Chicago Smokeshop toured every pub in New Zealand tirelessly in the ’80s with a pulsing, sweaty full-on blues set.
These days Darren has a global reputation as a blues guitarist and songwriter, and his latest album “Getting Sober For The End of The...
Date: Friday 9 July
Where: Otane Town Hall, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
“Homegrown” is up from the underground again.
Ian Turbitt: vocals, guitar and mouth-harps
Scotty Smith: vocals, mandolin and guitar
Tony Parker: vocals and electric and acoustic bass
Trish Salonius: fiddle
With friends Phil Drinkrow, Sarah-Jayne, Annabelle and Richard.
Will bring...
Date: Friday 9 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Gunsmiths a 3 piece power band playing originals and covers of a blues rock funk style.
Some of the best blues rock funk sounds you love, party it up to Hendrix, John Mayer, Black Keys, Cream, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Queens of the Stone Age and more. Secure your tickets now. Door sales avail if not...
Date: Friday 9 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Darren Watson lives the blues. His band Chicago Smokeshop toured every pub in New Zealand tirelessly in the ’80s with a pulsing, sweaty full-on blues set.
These days Darren has a global reputation as a blues guitarist and songwriter, and his latest album “Getting Sober For The End of The...
Date: Saturday 10 July
Where: Waimarama Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In Support of Deadbeat's second single "RAGE" Deadbeat is set to embark on a 13 date national headline tour across the country
Bringing with him a few special guests, this full noise energy-driven melt your face off show is set to be one not to be missed!
Grab your tickets now as these...
Date: Saturday 10 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to a great night of Rock n Roll with our DJ Mike Light & Sound. Come along and enjoy a great night of dancing. Our Tuesday social dancing nights at 7 pm - 9 pm at the Napier RSA is the place to upskill those dance move's so come along and have a great night of dancing.
Date: Sunday 11 July
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Darren Watson lives the blues. His band Chicago Smokeshop toured every pub in New Zealand tirelessly in the ’80s with a pulsing, sweaty full-on blues set.
These days Darren has a global reputation as a blues guitarist and songwriter, and his latest album “Getting Sober For The End of The...
Date: Sunday 11 July
Where: Te Awanga Community Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
It’s a Frozen party!
Frozen 1 and Frozen 2 are undoubtedly two of Disney's greatest animated movies of all time. The soundtrack to the movies is stunning, and while the big songs like 'Let it go' have probably been overplayed in your house, you have to admit they are now classics!
Now for...
Date: Thursday 15 July
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Late Night Jazz. Come and Fly with Pegasus!
Enjoy some of the best local wines and beers and dance the night away to many classic Jazz ballads with the Pegasus Quintet, Hawke’s Bay’s only pure jazz group. Playing the music of all the greats – Sinatra, Bennett, Torme, Fitzgerald, O’Day,...
Date: Friday 16 July to Saturday 17 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mark your calendars!
Saturday July 17th join us at Hygge for a night of jazz, blues and soul with Lady Larisa & her band.
Featuring:
- Lady Larisa, Vocals
- Wil Sargisson, Keys
- Arahi, Guitar
- Chris Smith, Drums
- Chris Beernink, Bass
Larisa's EP Honeychild has met with terrific...
Date: Saturday 17 July
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, 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 one was so successful we are going to keep doing them
Just bring your guitars... amps, etc. provided.
An opportunity for Muso's to get together and Jam with different people.
Great for solo artists, etc. All gear supplied: Amps, Keys and a Piano.
Date: Thursday 22 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Returning to New Zealand after a two year stint in Europe, award winning alt-folk artist Graeme James is delighted to be back in New Zealand for the winter of 2021 to reconnect with fans and share new songs and stories from the road.
Making the most of the European lockdowns of 2020 James used...
Date: Thursday 22 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dave Upfold is a world-renowned Comedy Stage Hypnotist. He has entertained in resorts casinos and theatres, around the world. He has been an entertainer for more than 30 years. As an illusionist, his shows lend an air of mystery and excitement. His shows also include a touch of comedy and some...
Date: Saturday 24 July
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Celebrating the upcoming release of their second record 'Cosmonaut', Pickle Darling is embarking on their first cosmic voyage through the country! Stopping off at 12 (!) cities and towns to play their unique brand of melodic bedroom pop to fans around the country, come see them for the first...
Date: Saturday 24 July
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Serving up euphoric disco hooks, to classic house choruses and forays into Latin funk, balearic and psychedelia - New Zealand collective Flamingo Pier deliver their debut self-titled album in June 2021 released on Soundway Records, and have announced 4 headline shows to celebrate.
July 2 - 121,...
Date: Saturday 24 July
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Following the success of our first Winter Concert Series in 2019, we're thrilled to welcome guests back again, this time with incredible musician Connan Mockasin.
Your ticket includes a glass of Craggy Range wine on arrival, with further options available for purchase alongside food from our...
Date: Sunday 25 July
Where: Craggy Range, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lock your doors and hide your beers because the Sin City boys are hitting the road this July!! The country-soul duo have been tearing up stages around Auckland since returning from lockdown in Alicante, Spain late last year and now they're taking the show around the North Island with a full band in...
Date: Thursday 29 July
Where: The Cabana, Napier, 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
Spend an evening with award-winning Ali Harper as she showcases Burt Bacharach’s hit songs – Close To You, Alfie, That’s What Friends Are For, Walk On By, Anyone Who Had A Heart and reminds us What The World Needs Now is The Look Of Love.
The Look Of Love will transport you back through...
Date: Saturday 31 July
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, 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 4 July to Sunday 1 August
Where: Napier RSA, 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 only...
Date: Tuesday 29 June to Tuesday 3 August
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dali Day 2021
I Saw You - Exhibition 5-7 free event
I Saw You
A National Holiday opens with a collection of hand-picked world-class visual artists participating in the inaugural exhibition to open the night's festivities for Dali Day.
Artists have been given a Handsaw each with the...
Date: Saturday 7 August
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Everyone loves Dali! Come together to celebrate all things Dali on his special day.
Dali loves art! Dali Day kicks off with an exhibition of visual arts featuring work by artists from far and wide who count themselves among Dali’s very many friends and acquaintances. Unique and diverse, this...
Date: Saturday 7 August
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wil Sargisson is heading back to Australia and his PIANO Stool will be taken by the very experienced BEN WILCOCK.
Faculty of Business, Design and Service Industries
Creative, Music and Performance
“I’m lucky to be able to teach in an area I’m very passionate about – music,” says...
Date: Thursday 12 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Don’t miss your chance to witness this awesome production. A full complement of 9 passionate musicians bring alive the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. The Boss is tuned to perfection, a 3-hour world-class show featuring the entire 'Born In The USA' album plus more.
Date: Saturday 14 August
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Night with Lynne Toner, Adrienne Toner & the Fletcher Whanau.
Kia ora whānau. Come join us for a night of music and entertainment @ The Cabana Napier. Two of the biggest Musical Family's in Hawkes Bay join forces to bring a night of wonderful songs and smiles.
With DejaBlue and Steve...
Date: Saturday 14 August
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Grawlixes celebrate their sophomore album with a 10 date headline tour this July/August. The ten shows will see Grawlixes perform in intimate venues across Aotearoa, captivating audiences with a dynamic set ranging from floating atmospheric ballads to jaw-dropping rock'n'roll.
Grawlixes are an...
Date: Sunday 15 August
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
LOU’ANA
Tāmaki Makaurau based artist with her seven-piece band are going on the road this winter to serve up her soul funk grooves with a dose of Magick.
Having carved a place for herself within Auckland’s vibrant music community over the past 7 years. Lou’ana’s voice carries the...
Date: Friday 20 August
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Formidable indie-pop sensation and rising global superstar BENEE has today announced a nationwide regional tour for August. BENEE will visit every corner of the country, hitting eight different towns and cities throughout the month. The ‘Supalonely’ singer has had an incredible 18 months, from...
Date: Saturday 21 August
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Motel California is New Zealand's premier tribute to the Eagles Band.
Playing all the best-loved Eagles hits, celebrating one of the great country-rock acts in music,
Recognised for their accomplished & highly skilled musicianship and vocals, this is not to be missed!!!
Selling out venues and...
Date: Saturday 21 August
Where: The Cabana, 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
Lawrence Arabia Does Chant Darling with special Guests Na Noise.
Believed by the artist to be 'the latest and best of a recent plague of anniversary vinyl re-release tours' Lawrence Arabia has decided to 'do' Chant Darling live, celebrating the 12 & 1/2 year gap since the release of the...
Date: Friday 10 September
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Jon Stevens is delighted to announce a cocnert at Exhibition Hall, Tomoana Showgrounds in Hastings as part of his rescheduled ’Noiseworks + INXS Collection Tour’ in September.
Tickets are selling fast at Plus1.co.nz and Blackbarn.com
Fans can look forward to hearing INXS gems like Need...
Date: Saturday 18 September
Where: Showgrounds Hawke's Bay Tomoana, 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
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
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
I don’t believe it, he’s coming back AGAIN! It’s another Hugo Show! The show is filled with dance, comedy, and a hint of chaos.
The shows headliner always dazzles his audiences with his epic costuming and wonderful choice of music. He’s a real treat to watch, and he is always happy to see...
Date: Saturday 23 October
Where: The Cabana, 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
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
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