Waka kōrero Māori: waka carrying the taonga, te reo
The Waka Kōrero Māori exhibition encourages learning the Māori alphabet by pronouncing the names of the kaharehe animal treasures on display.
Bring your whanau to MTG – it’s free!
Kō Waka Kōrero Māori hei whakaaturanga kia...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Lewis Evans was born in Birmingham, 1878, the second eldest in a family of eleven children. At the age of nine, Lewis contracted poliomyelitis (polio) a muscle wasting illness. His lower body paralysed, he was for the rest of his life dependent on a bath chair, (similar to a wheel chair) for...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
“The outline of the hill turned into a giant serpent as it heaved up and down. The shock wave swept across it, creating a monster crossing the skyline.” - NG Bailey
At 10:47am on 3 February 1931, a devastating earthquake struck Hawke’s Bay. In that moment it seemed the end of the world had...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This stunning exhibition features a broad range of historic and contemporary taonga from the collection of the Hawke's Bay Museums Trust, Ruawharo Ta-u-rangi.
Translated as 'always here', Tēnei Tonu shares diverse stories of local Iwi Ngati Kahungunu and their enduring connection to the...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Silver, valued for its rarity and attractive lustre, has for centuries been mined and formed into an extensive range of domestic, personal, religious, and ceremonial objects.
Silver is one of the most versatile and singular precious metals: it is malleable and ductile and has a relatively low...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
On Art & Activism presents art from key moments in Aotearoa, New Zealand's history. Here we see artists speaking out against legacies of capitalism, industrialism, and colonialism, working in the cause of political movements.
These artworks reflect periods in which New Zealand citizens fought...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 24 January
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Children's Holocaust Memorial - Te Whakamaharatanga o te Parekura Tamariki
A unique Memorial honouring the 1.5 million children killed during the Holocaust 'giving a voice to those who cannot speak' and serving as a reminder to stand up to prejudice, discrimination and apathy.
On display in...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 31 January
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The naming of a new apple cultivar Billy Apple® fulfils a long held ambition for the artist and is the natural culmination of his 1962 self-branding exercise.
Billy Apple® A Brand Looking for a Product 1962—2020 looks back to Apple’s name change and the way Apple created art works that...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 21 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
'Saving Papatuanuku One Step at a Time'
Di Morgan is the Conservation Coordinator at Richmond School and has been working closely with CAN to organise a very special exhibition. This very passionate educator is encouraging the school children she works with to become our future environmental...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 10 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Gail Davidson is a Hawke’s Bay artist, and has been painting for more than 10 years now. She is enjoys painting humorous incidents or stories as they unfold, drawn as she perceives “this wonderful world,” usually using acrylics and bright bold colours.
“I am as far from being a realistic...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Shirley De Luca is a long-time regular painter at CAN, spending Tuesday mornings with local art tutor Helen Dynes. Enjoy her fresh and vibrant work on display, which is both feminine and uplifting.
Shirley is a new Hawke’s Bay Art Guide artist for 2021, and we welcome her to the crew. Both...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art Hawkes Bay is having its first Pop Up gallery in the main street of Hastings.
Affordable art from local artists it's a Pop Up Art gallery for artists to sell their work for five weeks.
You may find just the right piece of art for your home or a Xmas present.
Some well-know Hawkes Bay...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Saturday 5 December
Where: Pop Up Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Main Gallery
EAST 2020 is the flagship biennial exhibition for Hawke's Bay. With an open call to artists and selection for inclusion, the exhibition has given the opportunity for new stars to emerge and present their work alongside more established and recognised local artists. EAST has provided...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 28 January
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Well-known local artist Cefyn Gauden with his retrospective exhibition "Colourful Life".
Artist Statement: 'As a painter and drummer I am constantly drawn to the key elements of rhythm, movement and pattern. I like to explore the visual magic of colour in an attempt the balance figurative and...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Saturday 5 December
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
You will go to the Ball - in December!
Promise & Promiscuity by Penny Ashton & Jane Austen has a new date! All tickets to Promise & Promiscuity purchased earlier will automatically be transferred to the new date.
After a rapturous sell-out turn at the Hawke's Bay Arts Festival, Penny...
Date: Wednesday 2 December
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Holly Jolly Christmas is an uplifting family show which is suitable for all ages. It includes a diverse range of songs from the traditional Christmas favourites through to those more contemporary and modern. All the songs are accompanied by energetic choreography and to top it all off there is a...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 6 December
Where: Aubyn Live Theatre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Featuring entertainment from Hereworth Chapel Choir and Patrick Power accompanied by Elizabeth Curtis, pupils from Woodford House and Naked Gun.
Bring your rug and chair to enjoy the entertainment in Hereworth's picturesque grounds.
A great selection of food will be available to buy and the...
Date: Thursday 3 December
Where: Hereworth School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Jingo! Musical Bingo
Back by popular demand! This is the musical game to beat all music games.
Compete in four rounds for 8 prizes by dabbing the squares as you groove to the songs. It's as simple as that.
Free entry, the game starts at 7 pm. Call 06 650 3353 or email...
Date: Thursday 3 December
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
"You Should Be Dancing" is a great big disco dancing celebration! A night of exceedingly danceable disco hits. Classic disco tunes you would have to be a robot not to move to. A Boogie Wonderland! We are very excited to present this end of year tour. We can’t wait to get out of the house and...
Date: Friday 4 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Jandalless Sistas present a night of divas & delights - starring: Amanduh La Whore, Kola Gin, Spankie Jackzon & Felicity Frockaccino.
Some of New Zealand's TOP drag acts and all international performers, fused with a stunning production show experience - these "ladies" will tease you with a...
Date: Friday 4 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join Mack at one of the premium ale and cider houses in the Bay and order from a menu packed with plenty of options as you treat yourself to a taste sensation from the wide range of locally crafted beers and ciders. Enjoy Mack's excellent acoustic stylings, influenced by blues, funk, flamenco and...
Date: Saturday 5 December to Saturday 6 March
Where: The Filter Room, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Saturday Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Little Big Noise
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talents while...
Date: Saturday 5 December to Saturday 27 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Miss Tutu's School of Dance presents a show filled with all things Kiwiana! So grab your jandals, sit down with a hokey pokey ice cream and celebrate this Slice of Heaven we call New Zealand.
Dances from all grades will perform routines in many different dance styles inspired by the essence of...
Date: Saturday 5 December
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Ethereal dream-pop luminaries French for Rabbits are bringing their naturalistic musical alchemy to intimate venues around New Zealand in November and December on The Dark Arts tour. The band will play eight shows through the North and South islands, including two multi-dimensional shows in the...
Date: Saturday 5 December
Where: Sitting Room Sessions, Napier, 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 5 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Elf is a 2003 PG American Christmas comedy film directed by Jon Favreau, written by David Berenbaum, and starring Will Ferrell, James Caan, Zooey Deschanel, Mary Steenburgen, Daniel Tay, Bob Newhart and Ed Asner.
The film centres on Buddy, a human who was adopted and raised by Santa's elves.
6...
Date: Sunday 6 December
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Spring & Summer Sundays at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ben Throp
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Alex Richardson
- The Pukes ukhelele rock band.
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- The Acoustic Project
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local...
Date: Sunday 6 December to Sunday 28 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Hastings Orphans Club are holding a Variety Concert, with bands, choir, skits and more! Join the festive fun with all proceeds being donated to Cranford Hospice.
Tickets sold at Thomson’s Suits, Griffiths Footwear and Jeff Whittaker Pharmacy and limited door sales may be available, so make...
Date: Sunday 6 December
Where: Hastings Orphans Club Hall, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Choral presents the 'The Childhood of Christ' a Christmas Oratorio by Hector Berlioz.
This work is presented in three sections describing events that occurred in the early Child hood of Christ. The first describes the edict by Herod that all infants are to be massacred. The second is...
Date: Sunday 6 December
Where: Taikura Rudolph Steiner School, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
St Columba’s Presbyterian Church Havelock North will be supporting and coordinating a Christmas Carols event on the Village Green, Havelock North Domain.
The intention is that it will be a non-religious event where families and members of our community can enjoy a relaxing afternoon of...
Date: Sunday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Village Green, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Capital city band Wellington Heads perform at the Hawkes Bay Jazz Club on Sunday 6 December. They’ll be playing their blend of original jump blues and swing, 40s / 50`s rhythm & blues styles and including Hawaiian sounds, Caribbean beats, and funky New Orleans grooves. Playing songs from their...
Date: Sunday 6 December
Where: Napier Sailing Club, 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 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 6 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A monthly get together by Napier Live Poets.
Napier Live Poets.
Come along and be a part of our 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...
Date: Monday 7 December
Where: The CAN, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Matt Arbuckle: Recto-Verso
Holt Gallery
Arbuckle’s practice is a process-driven exploration of place, bridging the notions of landscape with the languages of abstraction. He manipulates the fundamentals of scale, format, composition, material, colour and mark-making to produce sculptural...
Date: Tuesday 8 December to Saturday 23 January
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and join us every Tuesday night for a great night of Rock n Roll dancing and music. If you wish to become a member the cost is $5.00 for the year. RnR lesson's given on the night. We also hold a social every second Sunday each month. For further info phone Mike 0200801048.
Date: Tuesday 8 December to Tuesday 29 December
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join 13 local artists, across a range of disciplines, as they explore what it is to be from, live and play in Heretaunga.
Heretaunga Stories is about capturing our talented local creatives' unique responses to living in our diverse community - our people, our places, our culture and our identity...
Date: Tuesday 8 December
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
An Exhibition by Printmaker Rachael Stone.
Join Rachael Stone to celebrate the opening of her exhibition on Friday 11 December, 5-7 pm. Light refreshments will be served.
An exhibition of contemporary printmaking, promoting positive self-esteem messages to our tamariki.
To encourage all the...
Date: Friday 11 December to Thursday 31 December
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your picnic or grab your takeaways for an entertaining afternoon/evening in the park. Like us on Facebook to receive regular updates "Summer Series Nelly Jull Park". Liquor ban applies.
Mark these dates on your calendar today:
-11th December - A Tribute To Elton John featuring Michael...
Date: Friday 11 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
What better way to celebrate the festive season than a concert of Christmas delights!
Benjamin Britten’s energetic and fun-filled Saint Nicolas oratorio is paired with Messiah highlights including the Hallelujah Chorus. Featuring our PPV Junior chorus as well as PPV and Graduate soloists,...
Date: Friday 11 December
Where: Blyth Performing Arts Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Your favourite Rock ' n' Rollers have been stranded here in paradise with you all and are ready to
hit Napier by storm. Full band, full power
Labretta Suede & The Motel 6 are hitting Nz with a fervour to entertain, as all their international touring has been cancelled. So you LUCKY DEVILS get...
Date: Friday 11 December
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
World War Two exhibition, part 2 (1942 -45) with focus on Long Range Desert Group and the Maori Battalion with profiling soldiers from Central Hawkes Bay. Life in Central Hawkes Bay during war years remembered by locals. A war scene from the desert showcasing military vehicles and equipment.
Date: Saturday 12 December to Wednesday 12 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Young and old, all audiences love Prokofiev’s delightful adventure in music, which helps children identify different instruments of the orchestra while the story about Peter and his animal friends captivates their imaginations.
Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Carnival of the Animals” features...
Date: Saturday 12 December
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawkes Bay favourite reggae band The Rude Boyz bringing the Xmas Reggae Party to Common Room Hastings.
The Rude Boyz always bring an eclectic crowd of music lovers dancing the night away to bass heavy reggae vibes.
The Rude Boyz always pack the Common Room and this will sell out early so grab...
Date: Saturday 12 December
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
What better way to celebrate the festive season than a concert of Christmas delights!
Benjamin Britten’s energetic and fun-filled Saint Nicolas oratorio is paired with Messiah highlights including the Hallelujah Chorus. Featuring our PPV Junior chorus as well as PPV and Graduate soloists,...
Date: Sunday 13 December
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mack's looking forward to playing at the Kune for the first time in December, and then again next month.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in a country setting as you listen to Mack originals and high-quality covers of your favourite tunes
Kune offers yummy food and a selection of local craft beers...
Date: Saturday 19 December to Saturday 30 January
Where: Kune Cafe & Bar, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
Madcap and Etiquette bring you the most anticipated show this summer. The second annual ‘Summer Solstice’ concert takes place on Saturday 19 December at the iconic Hawke’s Bay Racing Centre.
Featuring award-winning kiwi acts, The Black Seeds, Sola Rosa, Mild Orange, Aroha & Tali and...
Date: Saturday 19 December
Where: Hawke's Bay Racing Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Landslide is an Auckland based, live 5 piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks all over the North Island for the past 8 years, covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits.
Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, The Chain, Go Your Own...
Date: Saturday 19 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Returning again for another sunny Hawke’s Bay summer are the Church Road Live Summer Sessions.
Church Road are excited to be hosting some of Hawkes Bay’s finest acoustic acts across six Sunday afternoons during the summer. Come down to the park and enjoy a delicious cheese board or platters,...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 14 March
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and join Fraser Mack at Hawkes Bay's newest Garden Bar! Relax, socialise, soak up the sun while Mack entertains you with his dynamic and distinctive sound influenced by blues, rock, folk and flamenco. The Three Wise Birds is child friendly and also dog friendly.
Like what Mack does? If you...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Three Wise Birds Garden Bar, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Deco Bay Brass presents "Christmas Under the Stars" (formerly Carols by Candlelight); proudly sponsored by Mark Evans Commercial, Industrial & Investments with Bayleys - New Zealand’s largest full service, locally-owned real estate company. This is Deco Bay Brass at it's Christmassy best! Bring a...
Date: Sunday 20 December
Where: Napier Botanical Gardens, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Get down to The Puketapu - time for another Sunday Session with Mack's magic on guitar.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon as you listen to Mack originals and high-quality covers of your favourite tunes.
For high-quality meals in a relaxed charming atmosphere, join Mack at The Puketapu!
Like what...
Date: Sunday 27 December
Where: The Puketapu, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Michael Stodart presents a non-stop, over 2 hour long Elton John Experience show. If you missed out on tickets to Elton John earlier this year or just love his legendary catalogue of songs then this is definitely the show for you and not to be missed! On the back of their sell-out gig at Abbey...
Date: Thursday 31 December
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
After a sold out 2019 NYE event, we have planned a special one to see out 2020, a year to forget, for the locals of Hawke's Bay.
Expect dance music grooves ranging from disco, house & techno from start to finish, with some live elements thrown in for good measure to get you in the mood to close...
Date: Thursday 31 December
Where: Peak House, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fade To Black Metallica Experience and Black knight present a new years eve event not to be missed.
Metallica's famous black album will be performed in its entirety along with other huge hits including Master Of Puppets, One, Seek And Destroy, For Whom The Bell Tolls and many more.
Black Night...
Date: Thursday 31 December
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
On Art & Activism presents art from key moments in Aotearoa, New Zealand's history. Here we see artists speaking out against legacies of capitalism, industrialism, and colonialism, working in the cause of political movements.
These artworks reflect periods in which New Zealand citizens fought...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 24 January
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Children's Holocaust Memorial - Te Whakamaharatanga o te Parekura Tamariki
A unique Memorial honouring the 1.5 million children killed during the Holocaust 'giving a voice to those who cannot speak' and serving as a reminder to stand up to prejudice, discrimination and apathy.
On display in...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 31 January
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The naming of a new apple cultivar Billy Apple® fulfils a long held ambition for the artist and is the natural culmination of his 1962 self-branding exercise.
Billy Apple® A Brand Looking for a Product 1962—2020 looks back to Apple’s name change and the way Apple created art works that...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 21 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Fresh on the art scene, this is Kim Cleverton’s first exhibition! She has a love for skies, clouds and colours so this, as her first exhibition, follows that pattern. Along with semi abstract landscapes in which she incorporates all three. Occasionally she has mixed things up with flowers and...
Date: Friday 1 January to Thursday 21 January
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Main Gallery
EAST 2020 is the flagship biennial exhibition for Hawke's Bay. With an open call to artists and selection for inclusion, the exhibition has given the opportunity for new stars to emerge and present their work alongside more established and recognised local artists. EAST has provided...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Thursday 28 January
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Matt Arbuckle: Recto-Verso
Holt Gallery
Arbuckle’s practice is a process-driven exploration of place, bridging the notions of landscape with the languages of abstraction. He manipulates the fundamentals of scale, format, composition, material, colour and mark-making to produce sculptural...
Date: Tuesday 8 December to Saturday 23 January
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
World War Two exhibition, part 2 (1942 -45) with focus on Long Range Desert Group and the Maori Battalion with profiling soldiers from Central Hawkes Bay. Life in Central Hawkes Bay during war years remembered by locals. A war scene from the desert showcasing military vehicles and equipment.
Date: Saturday 12 December to Wednesday 12 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
30 Saturday Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Little Big Noise
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talents while...
Date: Saturday 5 December to Saturday 27 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Spring & Summer Sundays at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ben Throp
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Alex Richardson
- The Pukes ukhelele rock band.
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- The Acoustic Project
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local...
Date: Sunday 6 December to Sunday 28 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mack is always rapt to spend the afternoon at one of his favourite venues, GodsOwn Brewery. Grab a beer and join him as your day winds to a close.
About Fraser Mack
Mack loves the connection between the audience and the music and he's developed a dynamic and distinctive sound influenced by...
Date: Sunday 3 January to Sunday 7 February
Where: GodsOwn Brewery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Blending catchy vocal hooks with soaring harmonies and atmospheric acoustic guitar, weaving in tales of love, loss, connection, redemption and empowerment - leaving audiences spellbound and wanting more.
Lance has worked as a professional musician/producer since leaving high school. Based in...
Date: Thursday 7 January
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
This exhibition of Samantha Thompson’s recent mixed media work displays two collections, "Hypnosis" and "Two Head Series".
Hypnosis is a human condition involving the focus of attention, reduced peripheral awareness, and an enhanced capacity to respond to suggestion. In this new mixed-media...
Date: Friday 8 January to Thursday 21 January
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Blending catchy vocal hooks with soaring harmonies and atmospheric acoustic guitar, weaving in tales of love, loss, connection, redemption and empowerment - leaving audiences spellbound and wanting more.
A little more about In The Shallows...
Lance has worked as a professional...
Date: Friday 8 January
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Absolute Bowie Tribute is back having sold out 3 shows in 2020.
This is a big KICK ASS 7 piece band playing BOWIE with complete authenticity and passion. 5 years of touring and playing the great songs of the one and only DAVID BOWIE. Join us for a wonderful night..... you'll never forget....
Date: Friday 8 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Dunedin based artist Michael Morris will tour New Zealand this coming summer, celebrating the first single / video release from his upcoming sophomore album.
Recently arriving home after two years living in France, the alternative rock musician (formerly of The River Jesters and Live Like...
Date: Friday 8 January
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hamilton indie-folk band Looking For Alaska released their new album 'Light and Shadow' this November, and to celebrate are playing a bunch of sick as shows around New Zealand over summer!
The tour kicks off with 3 rowdy, full band shows in November, followed by a full tour of more intimate...
Date: Saturday 9 January
Where: The Common Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wil Sargisson began piano lessons at age 5 in his home town of Napier, New Zealand. By age 13 he was performing solo at NZ’s National Jazz Festival in Tauranga, the youngest person ever to do so. Many jazz festival appearances followed. At the age of 17 he was chosen as pianist for the NZ High...
Date: Sunday 10 January
Where: The Cabana, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along for a great evening immersing yourself in Fraser Mack's distinctive mix of blues, rock, folk, and flamenco!
Have you The Urban Winery tapas? Or their craft beer, cocktails and premium Hawke's Bay wine? What are you waiting for?!
Great music, excellent food and fine beverages what a...
Date: Friday 15 January to Friday 12 February
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Returning again for another sunny Hawke’s Bay summer are the Church Road Live Summer Sessions.
Church Road are excited to be hosting some of Hawkes Bay’s finest acoustic acts across six Sunday afternoons during the summer. Come down to the park and enjoy a delicious cheese board or platters,...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 14 March
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Cruise down memory lane and swoon over smooth melodies, love songs and tight harmonies delivered with lots of pizzazz!
Starring singers Karl Perigo, Russell Dixon and Sharon Emirali, with a fabulous live band including Grant Winterburn, Lukas Fritsch and Mike Booth.
Date: Wednesday 20 January
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Cruise down memory lane and swoon over smooth melodies, love songs and tight harmonies delivered with lots of pizzazz!
Starring singers Karl Perigo, Russell Dixon and Sharon Emirali, with a fabulous live band including Grant Winterburn, Lukas Fritsch and Mike Booth.
Date: Thursday 21 January
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Absolute Bowie Tribute is back having sold out 3 shows in 2020.
This is a big KICK ASS 7 piece band playing BOWIE with complete authenticity and passion. 5 years of touring and playing the great songs of the one and only DAVID BOWIE. Join us for a wonderful night..... you'll never forget....
Date: Friday 22 January
Where: Spaceship, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Carrying on the latest summer tour craze SIX60 are playing across Aotearoa over six weekends in January and February 2021!
This is set to be another groundbreaking tour for the multi-platinum selling band who recently sold over 130,000 tickets to their "Saturdays" tour just earlier this...
Date: Saturday 23 January
Where: Tomoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a Sesh on the lawn - our wine, their music and your vibe. Summer in Te Awanga at its finest!
January 24th - The Cellar Door Band.
February 21st - Hail to the Thieves, back by popular demand, Radiohead glory and a total must hear and see.
Entry is a nominal $5 at the gate, kids...
Date: Sunday 24 January to Sunday 21 February
Where: Te Awanga Estate, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and join Fraser Mack at Hawkes Bay's newest Garden Bar! Relax, socialise, soak up the sun while Mack entertains you with his dynamic and distinctive sound influenced by blues, rock, folk and flamenco. The Three Wise Birds is child friendly and also dog friendly.
Like what Mack does? If you...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Three Wise Birds Garden Bar, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your picnic or grab your takeaways for an entertaining afternoon/evening in the park. Like us on Facebook to receive regular updates "Summer Series Nelly Jull Park". Liquor ban applies.
Mark these dates on your calendar today:
-11th December - A Tribute To Elton John featuring Michael...
Date: Friday 11 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Mack's looking forward to playing at the Kune for the first time in December, and then again next month.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in a country setting as you listen to Mack originals and high-quality covers of your favourite tunes
Kune offers yummy food and a selection of local craft beers...
Date: Saturday 19 December to Saturday 30 January
Where: Kune Cafe & Bar, Otane, Central Hawke's Bay
The naming of a new apple cultivar Billy Apple® fulfils a long held ambition for the artist and is the natural culmination of his 1962 self-branding exercise.
Billy Apple® A Brand Looking for a Product 1962—2020 looks back to Apple’s name change and the way Apple created art works that...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 21 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
World War Two exhibition, part 2 (1942 -45) with focus on Long Range Desert Group and the Maori Battalion with profiling soldiers from Central Hawkes Bay. Life in Central Hawkes Bay during war years remembered by locals. A war scene from the desert showcasing military vehicles and equipment.
Date: Saturday 12 December to Wednesday 12 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Born in, and working out of an apartment studio in New Plymouth, Jordan Barnes is recognised as an artistic all-rounder. He’s an award winning painter and is considered to be one of New Zealand’s top emerging artists.
Jordan is equally passionate about song writing, releasing his debut album...
Date: Thursday 4 February to Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Saturday Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Little Big Noise
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talents while...
Date: Saturday 5 December to Saturday 27 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Spring & Summer Sundays at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ben Throp
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Alex Richardson
- The Pukes ukhelele rock band.
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- The Acoustic Project
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local...
Date: Sunday 6 December to Sunday 28 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mack is always rapt to spend the afternoon at one of his favourite venues, GodsOwn Brewery. Grab a beer and join him as your day winds to a close.
About Fraser Mack
Mack loves the connection between the audience and the music and he's developed a dynamic and distinctive sound influenced by...
Date: Sunday 3 January to Sunday 7 February
Where: GodsOwn Brewery, 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 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 6 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Howard Morrison Quartet Take Two, featuring Howard Morrison Jnr, Russell Harrison, Chris Powley and Andre King, take to the road in October with a two hour show to celebrate and recreate the magic of the NZ entertainment phenomenon that was the original Howard Morrison Quartet.
The Howard...
Date: Wednesday 10 February
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come along for a great evening immersing yourself in Fraser Mack's distinctive mix of blues, rock, folk, and flamenco!
Have you The Urban Winery tapas? Or their craft beer, cocktails and premium Hawke's Bay wine? What are you waiting for?!
Great music, excellent food and fine beverages what a...
Date: Friday 15 January to Friday 12 February
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Self Righteous Brothers
The Self-Righteous Brothers are Derek Jacombs (vocals and acoustic guitar) and Nigel Masters (vocals and upright bass), moonlighting members of well-known blues & roots band Kokomo. They have performed at everything from prestigious Arts Festivals to backyard BBQs,...
Date: Saturday 13 February
Where: River Park Event Centre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
The boyz are very excited to be invited back to Napier and look forward to seeing you there!
NB: Early-Bird tickets available up until 20 January 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 de Cuba is first-ever New...
Date: Saturday 13 February
Where: Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Returning again for another sunny Hawke’s Bay summer are the Church Road Live Summer Sessions.
Church Road are excited to be hosting some of Hawkes Bay’s finest acoustic acts across six Sunday afternoons during the summer. Come down to the park and enjoy a delicious cheese board or platters,...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 14 March
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your picnic or grab your takeaways for an entertaining afternoon/evening in the park. Like us on Facebook to receive regular updates "Summer Series Nelly Jull Park". Liquor ban applies.
Mark these dates on your calendar today:
-11th December - A Tribute To Elton John featuring Michael...
Date: Friday 11 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Join us for a 'behind the scenes' tour at our offsite storage facility in Ahuriri.
Explore Art Deco objects from the collection as the team take you through a private viewing.
Space is limited do to secure your place register online now!
Date: Friday 19 February to Sunday 21 February
Where: Offsite Storage Ahuriri, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The concert that kicks off a massive weekend of celebrations! Once again we’re bringing together some of New Zealand’s finest vocalists to perform.
Backed by the amazing Hawke’s Bay Jazz Club Big Band and singing songs from the era, this is going to be a special night in the Napier...
Date: Friday 19 February
Where: Napier Soundshell, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Relive the dark underground nightlife during the prohibition period as you revel in bootleg liquor and dance to the sounds of electro swing and jazz, blending modern swing and jazz with house and hip hop.
This is the place to party unless the police arrive to enforce the prohibition law so get...
Date: Friday 19 February
Where: The Cheval Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A dedicated youth event for 2021! Come as a flapper, dress to impress, suit up as a gangster or silent screen star, it’s going to be fun! Enjoy an evening of bootlegging, dancing, entertainment and some speakeasy fun!
A 2-course meal will be served. Spot Prizes for best dressed. Aimed...
Date: Saturday 20 February
Where: Memorial Square Marquee, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for a Sesh on the lawn - our wine, their music and your vibe. Summer in Te Awanga at its finest!
January 24th - The Cellar Door Band.
February 21st - Hail to the Thieves, back by popular demand, Radiohead glory and a total must hear and see.
Entry is a nominal $5 at the gate, kids...
Date: Sunday 24 January to Sunday 21 February
Where: Te Awanga Estate, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and join Fraser Mack at Hawkes Bay's newest Garden Bar! Relax, socialise, soak up the sun while Mack entertains you with his dynamic and distinctive sound influenced by blues, rock, folk and flamenco. The Three Wise Birds is child friendly and also dog friendly.
Like what Mack does? If you...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Three Wise Birds Garden Bar, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You are invited to our birthday party to celebrate the best musical, comic and memorable moments of our past 20 years!
Starring Susan Boland, John Cameron, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Karl Perigo, Alex Milligan, Kelly Lim Harris, Lynette Martin and Paul Carnegie-Jones.
Date: Wednesday 24 February
Where: Equippers Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
You are invited to our birthday party to celebrate the best musical, comic and memorable moments of our past 20 years!
Starring Susan Boland, John Cameron, Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua,Karl Perigo, Alex Milligan, Kelly Lim Harris, Lynette Martin and Paul Carnegie-Jones.
Date: Thursday 25 February
Where: Equippers Church, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Kick back and tune in to some amazing blues talent from around NZ.
Licensed Bar, food, coffee + Camping available
Our Line Up Includes
Tucker Lane
Dust & Gold
The Warratahs
Tucker Lane are a 5 piece Bluegrass band hailing from Clive, Hawkes Bay. They play a wide variety of heel stomping,...
Date: Saturday 27 February
Where: River Park Event Centre, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
The naming of a new apple cultivar Billy Apple® fulfils a long held ambition for the artist and is the natural culmination of his 1962 self-branding exercise.
Billy Apple® A Brand Looking for a Product 1962—2020 looks back to Apple’s name change and the way Apple created art works that...
Date: Wednesday 2 December to Sunday 21 March
Where: MTG Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
World War Two exhibition, part 2 (1942 -45) with focus on Long Range Desert Group and the Maori Battalion with profiling soldiers from Central Hawkes Bay. Life in Central Hawkes Bay during war years remembered by locals. A war scene from the desert showcasing military vehicles and equipment.
Date: Saturday 12 December to Wednesday 12 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Born in, and working out of an apartment studio in New Plymouth, Jordan Barnes is recognised as an artistic all-rounder. He’s an award winning painter and is considered to be one of New Zealand’s top emerging artists.
Jordan is equally passionate about song writing, releasing his debut album...
Date: Thursday 4 February to Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Royal New Zealand Ballet returns in 2021 with their much-loved regional touring programme, Tutus on Tour, presenting an enchanting summer programme. Enjoy the ‘White Swan’ pas de deux from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake; Jules Perrot’s Pas de Quatre (1845), a gorgeous showpiece from the...
Date: Tuesday 2 March
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
We are delighted to present some of New Zealand's favourite entertainers, singers, and musicians, with full support band performing together exclusively at Black Barn Amphitheatre on Thursday 4 March. Some of the most celebrated and iconic entertainers in one show. Each will perform their own hits...
Date: Thursday 4 March
Where: Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join Mack at one of the premium ale and cider houses in the Bay and order from a menu packed with plenty of options as you treat yourself to a taste sensation from the wide range of locally crafted beers and ciders. Enjoy Mack's excellent acoustic stylings, influenced by blues, funk, flamenco and...
Date: Saturday 5 December to Saturday 6 March
Where: The Filter Room, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Saturday Spring & Summer Sessions at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- Fraser Mackenzie
- The Acoustic Project
- Little Big Noise
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talents while...
Date: Saturday 5 December to Saturday 27 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In great news for their longtime loyal fans, iconic band Crowded House announced today that they will tour New Zealand in March 2021 on their “To the Island” tour.
The band also released their first new music in more than a decade with the debut of the single “Whatever You Want”...
Date: Saturday 6 March
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
30 Spring & Summer Sundays at Abbey for the Summer season!
- Coastal Rhythm Section
- Ben Throp
- Ian Munro
- Ariana Henare
- Alex Richardson
- The Pukes ukhelele rock band.
- Lady Larisa
- Climate
- The Acoustic Project
Kickback and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local...
Date: Sunday 6 December to Sunday 28 March
Where: Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Come and join Fraser Mack at Hawkes Bay's newest Garden Bar! Relax, socialise, soak up the sun while Mack entertains you with his dynamic and distinctive sound influenced by blues, rock, folk and flamenco. The Three Wise Birds is child friendly and also dog friendly.
Like what Mack does? If you...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Three Wise Birds Garden Bar, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bring your picnic or grab your takeaways for an entertaining afternoon/evening in the park. Like us on Facebook to receive regular updates "Summer Series Nelly Jull Park". Liquor ban applies.
Mark these dates on your calendar today:
-11th December - A Tribute To Elton John featuring Michael...
Date: Friday 11 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Nelly Jull Park, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
Australian based Kiwi rocker Jon Stevens, with his Noiseworks and INXS collection, can't wait to perform all the huge hits at the renowned Black Barn Amphitheatre on Sunday 7 March. The former frontman of these bands will rock out chart-toppers such as Devil Inside, Suicide Blonde, Need you Tonight...
Date: Sunday 7 March
Where: Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In great news for their longtime loyal fans, iconic band Crowded House announced today that they will tour New Zealand in March 2021 on their “To the Island” tour, with new shows announced!
The band also released their first new music in more than a decade with the debut of the single...
Date: Sunday 7 March
Where: Church Road Winery, 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 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 6 December to Sunday 7 March
Where: Napier RSA, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flirting with form: Works by Toi Ako artists is an exhibition that explores the role of the arts and wellbeing in communities, and its effectiveness in supporting older people to age well.
Showcasing works by 13 emerging elder artists aged 56-91, developed over 2019-2020 as part of Connect the...
Date: Saturday 13 March to Saturday 22 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Silent Movies LIVE!
This is the chance to see Charlie Chaplin's movie 'The Kid', as it was first broadcast, with no talking, just live piano and percussion, at the fabulous Church Rd Winery in Napier, New Zealand.
Suitable for all the family to enjoy, outside on the grass with the bespoke...
Date: Saturday 13 March
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Returning again for another sunny Hawke’s Bay summer are the Church Road Live Summer Sessions.
Church Road are excited to be hosting some of Hawkes Bay’s finest acoustic acts across six Sunday afternoons during the summer. Come down to the park and enjoy a delicious cheese board or platters,...
Date: Sunday 20 December to Sunday 14 March
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
As seen on 7 Days
"The Silencer" will not be silenced! And we're picking up where we left off.
Covid Safe and harder than ever, Chopper brings his hit show to NZ in March 2021.
Panic, terror, stupidity; they can all form a queue and suck the wrinkles out of Chopper’s walnut wallet...
Date: Sunday 14 March
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
In celebration of new material, March 2021 will welcome the long-awaited return to the stage for the Marlon Willliams. Over an extensive tour of Aotearoa, audiences will be treated to a very different show from Marlon – a full solo performance unearthing some early material, beloved album songs...
Date: Thursday 18 March
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, 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: Friday 19 March
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Join us for the Tremains Affordable Art Exhibition 2021, an annual fundraiser for Napier Girls High School.
The exhibition features over 300 artworks by more than 80 professional artists from around New Zealand.
Please see our website profiling the event, the artists and our wonderful fleet...
Date: Friday 26 March
Where: Napier Girls' High School, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Covid19 Update
All tickets purchased before 1st December 2020 have been converted into VIP Zone A tickets with front of stage access.
Zone B GA tickets are now available.
What will happen if there is a Covid 19 outbreak?
Under Level 2 - The event will go ahead either at the current venue or a...
Date: Saturday 27 March
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
New Zealand, it’s time to get ready to Wiggle! THE WIGGLES are coming to perform for you in March as part of their We’re All Fruit Salad Tour! This show will see Emma, Lachy, Simon and Anthony singing and dancing their way around New Zealand with all their Wiggly Friends; Captain Feathersword,...
Date: Tuesday 30 March
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Born in, and working out of an apartment studio in New Plymouth, Jordan Barnes is recognised as an artistic all-rounder. He’s an award winning painter and is considered to be one of New Zealand’s top emerging artists.
Jordan is equally passionate about song writing, releasing his debut album...
Date: Thursday 4 February to Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flirting with form: Works by Toi Ako artists is an exhibition that explores the role of the arts and wellbeing in communities, and its effectiveness in supporting older people to age well.
Showcasing works by 13 emerging elder artists aged 56-91, developed over 2019-2020 as part of Connect the...
Date: Saturday 13 March to Saturday 22 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
World War Two exhibition, part 2 (1942 -45) with focus on Long Range Desert Group and the Maori Battalion with profiling soldiers from Central Hawkes Bay. Life in Central Hawkes Bay during war years remembered by locals. A war scene from the desert showcasing military vehicles and equipment.
Date: Saturday 12 December to Wednesday 12 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
From the creators of the hit show OH WHAT A NIGHT! comes a unique new musical revue celebrating four of the most iconic singing groups of the 70’s known for their soaring vocal harmonies.
YESTERDAY ONCE MORE stars four dynamic performers direct from Las Vegas whose lush harmonic...
Date: Wednesday 7 April
Where: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, 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
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
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: Monday 26 April
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Born in, and working out of an apartment studio in New Plymouth, Jordan Barnes is recognised as an artistic all-rounder. He’s an award winning painter and is considered to be one of New Zealand’s top emerging artists.
Jordan is equally passionate about song writing, releasing his debut album...
Date: Thursday 4 February to Saturday 1 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flirting with form: Works by Toi Ako artists is an exhibition that explores the role of the arts and wellbeing in communities, and its effectiveness in supporting older people to age well.
Showcasing works by 13 emerging elder artists aged 56-91, developed over 2019-2020 as part of Connect the...
Date: Saturday 13 March to Saturday 22 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
World War Two exhibition, part 2 (1942 -45) with focus on Long Range Desert Group and the Maori Battalion with profiling soldiers from Central Hawkes Bay. Life in Central Hawkes Bay during war years remembered by locals. A war scene from the desert showcasing military vehicles and equipment.
Date: Saturday 12 December to Wednesday 12 May
Where: Central Hawke's Bay Settlers Museum, Waipawa, Central Hawke's Bay
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
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
Celebrated New Zealand tenor, Geoff Sewell, founder of the world’s first opera band, Amici Forever, will tour through New Zealand in May 2021 in time for Mother’s Day with BRAVO AMICI, his opera group of leading international West End and Broadway stars, to perform an uplifting, moving...
Date: Sunday 30 May
Where: Napier Municipal Theatre, 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: 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
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
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
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
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
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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