Find out what Festivals & Lifestyle events are on in Hawke's Bay.
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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ultra Violet lights and neon nights. Prepare to experience Paintvine like you’ve never experienced it before - in the dark!
Paintvine After Dark is New Zealand’s first glow in the dark paint party!
Grab a drink in one hand, a brush in the other and get your creative juices flowing and...
Date: Wednesday 22 March
Where: Level 1 Nightclub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
NEW DATE! Postponed due to Cyclone Gabrielle. Tickets purchased for the original screening can be redeemed at the theatre, or refunded by MTG.
Sophie reflects on the shared joy and private melancholy of a holiday she took with her father twenty years earlier. Memories real and imagined fill the...
Date: Thursday 23 March
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along to an evening of elegance supporting courageous women at the Hastings & Napier Women's Refuges.
Held in the newly opened Assembly Room - the delicious 3-course meal provided by Dish catering will accompany some local fine wines. Mark Longley is the keynote guest speaker, and the...
Date: Friday 24 March
Where: Toitoi - Assembly Ballroom, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this three-hour long workshop you will learn how to make Haloumi, Mozzarella and Feta.You will be taught by Pauline Korevaar of Farmhouse Kitchen.
All equipment and ingredients to make cheese are provided
Just bring yourself, no prior experience is required. Light refreshments...
Date: Saturday 25 March
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...
Date: Sunday 26 March to Sunday 18 June
Where: Ocean Spa, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier's weekly indoor Market. Come and see the amazing Arts and Crafts. More than that, meet the Artists that create some of the many things on offer. Made with love, to give with love. From fresh Flowers to Metal sculptures for the Garden.
Every Sunday 9 am - 1 pm, Girl Guide Hall, corner of...
Date: Sunday 26 March to Sunday 23 April
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Craft and Social team are passionate about getting people together and having fun. So grab some friends and come down and enjoy this super cool event for a lazy Sunday. The event kicks off at 11am with bubbles on arrival, followed with three courses of scrumptious brunch dishes. There'll be...
Date: Sunday 26 March
Where: Craft and Social, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Supporting local businesses… Rockstuff at The Urban Winery! Sunday 26th March is the third Vinyl Day of 2023, so mark it on your calendar. The greatest & latest on vinyl, the finest wines, the best in beer, beautiful venue, music magic… no other format can match the sound and fun of playing...
Date: Sunday 26 March
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Five men from different islands throughout the South Pacific join forces in 1978 and find the words and the music within each other to give New Zealand its voice and Pacific place in the world.
Genre: Documentary
PG - Violence & offensive language | 1hour 30 minutes
Date: Sunday 26 March
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A musician helps a young singer find fame as age and alcoholism send his own career into a downward spiral.
Director: Bradley Cooper
Starring: Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga
Rated M - Suicide, sex scenes, offensive language & drug use | 2 hours and 16 minutes
Date: Sunday 26 March
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join tutor Jie Pang on for a masterclass of China’s Szechuan flavours.
Originally from Chengdu China, Jie Pang will teach you
This three-hour hands-on workshop will showcase the depth of flavours of China’s most popular cuisine and leave your mouth watering for more.
You will be...
Date: Sunday 26 March
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A documentary that celebrates Rick Hall, the founder of Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and the signature sound he developed in songs such as "I'll Take You There", "Brown Sugar", and "When a Man Loves a Woman".
Rated PG – Course Language | 1 hour 51 minutes
Date: Sunday 26 March
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This documentary film highlights the two sides of Frida Kahlo’s spirit: on one side the revolutionary, pioneering artist of contemporary feminism and on the other, the human being, victim of her tortured body and a tormented relationship.
With Asia Argento as narrator, the two faces of the...
Date: Thursday 30 March
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Action April
Taking small steps towards big change - together!
Visit the National Aquarium this April to learn how we can all work together to help the environment.
Action April is all about having fun completing a range of interactive activities throughout the aquarium, as well as having the...
Date: Saturday 1 April to Sunday 30 April
Where: National Aquarium of New Zealand, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Monsters vs Unicorns Storytime is open to all ages.
Kids! Ever feel like dressing up as a unicorn or monster? Go for it! Come on down to Havelock North Library, listen to some awesome stories about monsters and unicorns, then show us your drawing skills after.
Havelock North Library...
Date: Saturday 1 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...
Date: Sunday 26 March to Sunday 18 June
Where: Ocean Spa, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier's weekly indoor Market. Come and see the amazing Arts and Crafts. More than that, meet the Artists that create some of the many things on offer. Made with love, to give with love. From fresh Flowers to Metal sculptures for the Garden.
Every Sunday 9 am - 1 pm, Girl Guide Hall, corner of...
Date: Sunday 26 March to Sunday 23 April
Where: The Mahoe Guide Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ultrasound Hawke's Bay brings you Stronger than the Storm, a day out to bring the community together for some great tunes, food and times.
Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy a family-friendly day out at the Havelock North Village Green, 11am - 3pm, Sunday 02 April 2023
This fun and free entry...
Date: Sunday 2 April
Where: Havelock North Village Green, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Soprano Nadine Sierra stars as the self-sacrificing courtesan Violetta—one of opera’s ultimate heroines—in Michael Mayer’s vibrant production of Verdi’s beloved tragedy.
Tenor Stephen Costello is her self-centered lover Alfredo, alongside baritone Luca Salsi as his disapproving father...
Date: Sunday 2 April
Where: MTG Century 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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Napier Port Primary Sector Awards articulate the story of excellence within rural Hawke’s Bay and celebrate success, business innovation and growth. The winners represent a wide range of the primary sector who are making an immense contribution to the growth and success of the...
Date: Wednesday 5 April
Where: Tomoana Showgrounds, 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up!
Welcome to Season 8 of New Zealand's largest and most fabulous travelling festival/fair! The Extravaganza Fair! Summer Tour 2022 - 2023
The Extravaganza Fair is a community-centred event with a creative and sustainable focus. It is a family affair, free entry for...
Date: Friday 7 April to Monday 10 April
Where: Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
At the seasonal Re-New Sustainable Markets you can display and sell your sustainable products or services. We have plenty of stalls available and would welcome your contribution to saving the environment.
We are happy to provide stall space for everything from seedlings to large furniture....
Date: Saturday 8 April to Saturday 3 June
Where: Re-New NZ, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
1,2,3... Join the Easter egg hunt!
1: Drop in on Easter Sunday.
2: Find a colourful egg in the children's section.
3: Exchange it for a chocolate egg or small prize.
Suitable for all ages,
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during...
Date: Sunday 9 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get your sleuth on and look for the special art displayed around the libraries. The use the QR code to report back to us with 'the answer' and be in to win some great prizes.
Suitable for all ages.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during...
Date: Tuesday 11 April to Saturday 22 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Makerspace are happening across all three libraries during the Unboring School Holidays!
This year they will include:
- Still Life Drawing
- Masquerade Masks
- Poppy Making
- Make a Monster
Keep an eye out at your local library for the makerspaces! Suitable for all ages,
Children must...
Date: Tuesday 11 April to Sunday 23 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Makerspace are happening across all three libraries during the Unboring School Holidays!
This year they will include:
- Still Life Drawing
- Masquerade Masks
- Poppy Making
- Make a Monster
Keep an eye out at your local library for the makerspaces! Suitable for all ages,
Children must...
Date: Tuesday 11 April to Saturday 22 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get your sleuth on and look for the special art displayed around the libraries. The use the QR code to report back to us with 'the answer' and be in to win some great prizes.
Suitable for all ages.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during...
Date: Tuesday 11 April to Sunday 23 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get your sleuth on and look for the special art displayed around the libraries. The use the QR code to report back to us with 'the answer' and be in to win some great prizes.
Suitable for all ages.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during...
Date: Tuesday 11 April to Saturday 22 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Hastings! No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes...
Date: Wednesday 12 April
Where: Giant Brewing Co., Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for an enchanting evening of magic and stories performed by The Great Wardini.
Registration is required: Please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. Suitable for all ages.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during...
Date: Wednesday 12 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We never claimed to be Bob Ross, but we think we can do pretty well with a little guidance! Come paint with us, create a masterpiece to take home and display.
Registration is required: Please register through the Hastings District Libraries website. Suitable for ages 13-18.
Children must be...
Date: Thursday 13 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Will you make a creature? Jewellery? A Keyring charm? The choices are endless so come join us to create with Polymer Clay.
Suitable for ages 10 -13.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council...
Date: Friday 14 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You think you know your countries? And Mexico holds a special place in your heart? Then you need head on down to our ..
THE VERY BEST OF MEXICO QUIZ NIGHT
We will transport you directly to Mexico City! .... Slap on a sombrero, indulge in a delicious taco and all things authentic in Mexican...
Date: Friday 14 April
Where: Hygge at Clifton Bay, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Advanced Style examines the lives of seven unique New Yorkers whose eclectic personal style and vital spirit have guided their approach to aging.
Rated PG – Course Language
1 hour 12 minutes
Date: Sunday 16 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This intimate portrait for André Leon Tally, a fixture in the world of fashion, takes viewers on a journey from André’s roots growing up to becoming one of the most influential tastemakers and fashion curators of our times.
Rated PG | 1h 33m
Date: Sunday 16 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The life and career of fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen: from his start as a tailor, to launching and overseeing his eponymous line and his untimely death.
M – Offensive language, nudity, rape references & suicide references | 1h 51m
Date: Sunday 16 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Books come and books go, but what happens once they are gone? Join us to make some amazing art using old books and some creativity.
Suitable for ages 13+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in...
Date: Tuesday 18 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Want to be a muso but just can't find that perfect instrument? Come along and make your own!
Suitable for all ages.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 19 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Want to be a muso but just can't find that perfect instrument? Come along and make your own!
Suitable for all ages.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 19 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
*Spielberg* *Cameron* *your name here* - design and make your own miniature movie set. Set the scene for the Stop Motion Movie Making!
Suitable for ages 8+.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. We may take photos or video recording during events and programmes which may be used in...
Date: Thursday 20 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stop. Motion. Movie. Making. Make your own Stop Motion Movie! We'll provide the know-how, you provide the imagination! Two sessions times available - one for the 5-10 year olds, another for the 10+ crowd. Registration Is required> Please register through the Hastings District Libraries...
Date: Friday 21 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Beautiful hand knitted garments for babies and children. Plus blankets, knee rugs, slippers, beanies and much more.
Book bargains galore - plus puzzles, CDs, LPs, DVDs - you name it we may have it!
Shop open too. Eftpos available.
At Red Cross, 35 Cadbury Rd, Onekawa, Napier. Off Austin...
Date: Saturday 22 April
Where: Red Cross, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Soprano Renée Fleming makes her highly anticipated return to the Met in the world-premiere production of Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Kevin Puts’s The Hours, adapted from Michael Cunningham’s acclaimed novel. Inspired by Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway and made a household name by the...
Date: Sunday 23 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us on a visually stunning journey through the daily life of the magnificent Hermitage museum, and retrace two and a half centuries of legendary art and history.
Featuring the largest collection of paintings in the world, the Hermitage has been a meeting place for foreign artists, architects...
Date: Thursday 27 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Indonesian themed menu, a Dutch Rijsttafel;
Nasi Kuning, yellow rice!
Gado Gado, vegetables with eggs and Sataysauce
Beef or Tofu Rendang
Sambal Beans
Pangsit, fried wonton
Seroendeng
Pisang Goreng
Dinner and Recipe booklet included
Date: Friday 28 April
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Be ready to turn all your garden produce into your own probiotics!
Come and learn the practical skills for some basic vegetable ferments.
Be ready to turn all your garden produce into your own probiotics!
Come and learn the practical skills for some basic vegetable ferments.
You will fill...
Date: Saturday 29 April
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Havelock North's only regular second-hand market with stalls selling quality preloved baby and kid's clothing, toys, books, nursery items and more. Always so many bargains.
Make sure this date is in the diary.
Date: Sunday 30 April
Where: Havelock North Scout Hall, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The story of the fighter plane and pilots that helped win the Battle of Britain in World War II.
PG - Coarse language | 1h 35m
Date: Sunday 30 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A story that exposes the conspiracy of prominent German institutions and government branches to cover up the crimes of Nazis during World War II.
M - Sex scenes & content that may disturb | 1h 58m
Date: Sunday 30 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A young Jewish man pretends to be Iranian to avoid being executed in a concentration camp.
M - Violence, offensive language, sexual references & nudity | 2h 7m
Date: Sunday 30 April
Where: MTG Century 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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...
Date: Sunday 26 March to Sunday 18 June
Where: Ocean Spa, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Giordano’s exhilarating drama Fedora returns to the Met for the first time in 25 years, starring soprano Sonya Yoncheva in the title role of the 19th-century princess who falls in love with her fiancé’s murderer, Count Loris, sung by tenor Piotr Beczała. Soprano Rosa Feola is the Countess...
Date: Sunday 7 May
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In this three-hour long workshop you will learn how to make Haloumi, Mozzarella and Feta.You will be taught by Pauline Korevaar of Farmhouse Kitchen.
All equipment and ingredients to make cheese are provided
Just bring yourself, no prior experience is required. Light refreshments...
Date: Saturday 20 May
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 26 May to Sunday 28 May
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
At the seasonal Re-New Sustainable Markets you can display and sell your sustainable products or services. We have plenty of stalls available and would welcome your contribution to saving the environment.
We are happy to provide stall space for everything from seedlings to large furniture....
Date: Saturday 8 April to Saturday 3 June
Where: Re-New NZ, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Every Sunday, weather permitting, Napier's waterfront comes to life with food trucks, coffee trailers and the best seasonal produce the region has on offer. A personal favourite of mine are the authentic Dreamy Dumplings complete with delicious sauces and toppings. Napier's market is a welcoming...
Date: Sunday 26 March to Sunday 18 June
Where: Ocean Spa, 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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Welcome to the MWIW community!
Here you can buy and sell preloved, vintage, upcycled and handmade - clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories.
We're New Zealands largest sustainable fashion market, and in Hawke's Bay, we have over 50 individual stallholders!
We're indoors at the...
Date: Saturday 10 June to Saturday 2 December
Where: Tomoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Love wine?
Love a fun night out?
Love supporting a good cause?
Join us for our annual Wine Options event - no prior experience necessary!
Ticket price for a Team of 4 includes:
- A bottle of wine per table
- A sharing platter for your Team provided by Dish Catering (Dips, breads,...
Date: Saturday 10 June
Where: Toitoi - Shakespeare Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Baritone Michael Volle stars as the caddish knight Falstaff, gleefully tormented by a trio of clever women who deliver his comeuppance, in Verdi’s glorious Shakespearean comedy. Maestro Daniele Rustioni takes the podium to oversee a brilliant ensemble cast that features sopranos Hera Hyesang Park...
Date: Sunday 18 June
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wonder Markets is delighted to be bringing you their first pēpi market. A market with stalls selling goods for kids/babies/parents/pregnancy and more.
Wonder pēpi will have a similar feel to the flagship Christmas market but be a bit smaller and indoors (because July...)
Exhibition Hall....
Date: Saturday 29 July
Where: Tomoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A stellar trio assembles to take on the lead roles of Strauss’s comedy, with soprano Lise Davidsen in her Met role debut as the Marschallin, opposite mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard in her Met role debut as Octavian, and soprano Erin Morley as Sophie. Bass Günther Groissböck returns as Baron Ochs,...
Date: Sunday 30 July
Where: MTG Century 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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Invoke clarity and peace with an entire weekend of Yoga at the Hawkes Bay Yoga Festival. Immerse yourself in unlimited yoga & mindfulness every day. Discover this weekend getaway of unlimited yoga, wellness & community. Take time out to go on your personal journey of awakening and transformation....
Date: Saturday 19 August to Sunday 20 August
Where: Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Turning houses into homes for over 30 years!
The Hawke’s Bay Home & Garden Show is packed with over 190 exhibitors you will find 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...
Date: Friday 1 September to Sunday 3 September
Where: McLean Park, 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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Welcome to the MWIW community!
Here you can buy and sell preloved, vintage, upcycled and handmade - clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories.
We're New Zealands largest sustainable fashion market, and in Hawke's Bay, we have over 50 individual stallholders!
We're indoors at the...
Date: Saturday 10 June to Saturday 2 December
Where: Tomoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Tony Award–winning director Ivo van Hove makes his Met debut with a new staging of Mozart’s tragicomedy Don Giovanni. The tale of deceit and damnation is set in an abstract architectural landscape that explores the dark corners of the story and its characters.
Nathalie Stutzmann makes her...
Date: Sunday 10 September
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A weekly half-hour programme of songs, rhymes and fingerplays especially for children aged 0-2 years and their parent/caregiver.
Building a foundation for literacy starts as soon as a child is born, and every story, song, rhyme or fingerplay strengthens that foundation. Help your child get a...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
FREE Adult Tickets available now!
Ticketing Tiers as follows:
FREE Tickets Online until 8th October 2023
Followed by:
~ $4 Adult Tickets online
~ $5 Adult Door Sales
~ Kids U16 don’t need a ticket
Free parking available at the...
Date: Saturday 14 October to Sunday 15 October
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A fun, social Chess Tournament open to all players aged up to 18 years old. Held on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm - 5:30pm.
Format: Pawns (beginners), Knights (intermediate) and Rooks Divisions (advanced) - Three 7 round Swiss tournaments with a time control of 15 minutes for each...
Date: Sunday 16 April to Sunday 15 October
Where: Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
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 April to Thursday 7 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Nathalie Stutzmann conducts her second Mozart work this season with a new production of Die Zauberflöte. In his Met-debut staging, Simon McBurney incorporates projections, sound effects, and acrobatics to match the spectacle and drama of Mozart’s fable. The brilliant cast includes soprano Erin...
Date: Sunday 5 November
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We'll be meeting up on the second Saturday of every month at Hastings Library
Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild’s collection. Roll some dice, place your workers, spend your...
Date: Saturday 13 May to Saturday 11 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Third Saturday of every month 12-3pm Hastings Library
Do you hear people talking about D&D and wonder what you’re missing out on? Want to tell interactive stories and work on social skills, teamwork, maths and learning through game play? The Hawke’s Bay Geeks Guild is offering free sessions...
Date: Saturday 15 April to Saturday 18 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
HARVEST Hawkes Bay will truly be a celebration of Hawkes Bay, NZ's Food & Wine country.
The inaugural event will now take place from 11am to 5pm on Saturday 25st November 2023 in a spectacular riverside setting on Tuki Tuki Rd and will feature….
***Please note the rescheduled...
Date: Saturday 25 November
Where: Tuki Tuki Riverside, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Welcome to the MWIW community!
Here you can buy and sell preloved, vintage, upcycled and handmade - clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories.
We're New Zealands largest sustainable fashion market, and in Hawke's Bay, we have over 50 individual stallholders!
We're indoors at the...
Date: Saturday 10 June to Saturday 2 December
Where: Tomoana Showgrounds, 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 21 March to Tuesday 19 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 April to Tuesday 5 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 April to Thursday 7 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. This is a book...
Date: Tuesday 21 March to Tuesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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