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Catch the Steamers in action for the Bethlehem Coachlines Battle of the Bays! Read more
Koha entry! Join the world-famous Festival of Lights, immerse yourself in the rich Indian culture and light a diya with your family and friends! Read more
Join us for a fun evening at the pub to test your literary knowledge! Read more
The 7 Days Live tour is now officially a November tradition. Read more
Hilarious Improvised Comedy with no script Read more
In 2015 the development of 107 Wharf Street triggered an archaeological investigation that has allowed the layers of the past to be scientifically recorded and artefacts collected through excavation. Read more
Tauranga Art Gallery presents a major new site-specific commission and exhibition for the entry atrium gallery by artist JK Russ, titled Hard Sell Future. Read more
A fun, informative look at traditional painting techniques and methods for everyone, from the absolute beginner to exhibiting artists. Read more
Tauranga Art Gallery's newest exhibition in The Cube Gallery is Matthew Couper's 'Isolation Paintings'. Read more
FREE Trucking Night Classes Launch in Tauranga Read more
The Tauranga Diwali Festival brings eye-catching rangoli art to Downtown Tauranga. Read more
A practical guide to learn the fundamental skills needed for watercolour, with Nick Eggleston, one of our awesome resident tutors! Read more
A practical guide to learn the fundamental skills needed for drawing, with Nick Eggleston, one of our awesome resident tutors. Read more
Join us for a special Toddler Time with Diwali dance performance to celebrate Diwali. Read more
Splash your way into shape with Aqua Zumba at the Mount Hot Pools. Read more
Celebrate the achievements of talented local students at the annual Mount Maunganui College Performing Arts Awards 2020. Read more
A space to remember those who fought and died at Pukehinahina as part of the wider conflict.... Read more
Library Law Series is back! All seminars are free and open to anyone to attend. Read more
Footnote New Zealand Dance presents Undercurrent: two absorbing new dance works that are rich in detail and grand in scale. Featuring works by Japanese artist Kota Yamazaki and Kiwi choreographer Rose Philpot. Read more
Join international Samoan comedy superstar Tofiga Fepulea'i for a hilarious, all-ages, family friendly night out as he shares stories about growing up, family, fatherhood and being Samoan in New Zealand. With support from NZ/UK comedian James Nokise. Read more
Think traditional Oktoberfest - costumes - lederhosen and dirndl, schweinshaxe pork roast, bratwurst sausages, brezels, cheese and stein band. Match this with beer, wine, steins, low and non-alcoholic options and we have Germany right here in Tauranga. Read more
A free and safe alternative to Halloween. Read more
On Saturday, Thirty First of October, Two Thousand and Twenty, as the clock strikes Eight Thirty, The Rising Tide in Mt Maunganui will open its doors to host the most weird and wonderful party of the year. Beware all ye who enter the dark halls… Read more
NEW DATES! Winding Up showcases Sir Roger Hall in classic form, once again demonstrating his inimitable wit and knowing insight, while comic legends Alison Quigan and Mark Hadlow command the stage. Read more
On All Soul’s Day - November the 1st, we are offering a service of remembrance for all those who grieve this year. All who have lost loved ones and friends, or who grieve for whatever reason, are invited to attend. Read more
Get creative with your kids at Tu Meke Tamariki! Malcolm Clarke the author of the best-selling book, Tu Meke Tui!, hosts a creative writing workshop for primary aged children. Read more
Acapella singing at it's finest! You've seen the movie Pitch Perfect now come and hear Tauranga ladies Keynotes Chorus, men's Harmony a Plenty Chorus and from Hamilton, Mighty River Harmony. Read more
POSTPONED | Heath Franklin's Chopper returns to Baycourt with his brand new show The Silencer! Panic, terror, stupidity, crisis; Everyone is crazy, everyone has an opinion, everyone is wrong. Get ready for Chopper because he’s done suffering fools! Read more
Locating and making sense of New Zealand's First World War Military Records. Read more
Bring a comfy cushion and your funniest friend to enjoy the movie featuring everyone’s favourite naughtiest book character – Horrid Henry! Read more
Team Building at its best! Read more
Join us for games, music, inflatables and dedicated party hosts at Greerton Aquatic and Leisure Centre. Read more
Just a week into the much anticipated 2020 Blindspott tour it was stopped short as NZ went into lockdown. Now they’re back with a vengeance and frothing to get out there for their loyal fans, who’ve been nothing short of amazing! Read more
Rachel Weston and Rebecca Larson, talk about their journeys to becoming published picture book authors. Read more
A weekend of fun racing for all levels of windsurfing and foiling abilities. Read more
This is your chance to have a 10-minute, 1-1 conversation with one of our fantastic children’s authors or illustrators. Read more
Welcome to BayPark Speedway – The Southern Hemisphere's Fastest Traffic Jam. Read more
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Mount Maunganui, the Tinman Triathlon returns for another year. In 2020 the event will host the north island standard distance & para-tri championships. Read more
Walk along the Matua waterfront in support of Motor Neuron Disease Sufferers Read more
This full day course will teach you the basics of alcohol ink. Read more
Fancy having a chat about your family tree? Want to learn to use the library's genealogy databases or perhaps you need some assistance with your research? Read more
Visual presentation and behind the scenes stories by Photographer Bob Tulloch. Read more
| EXTRA SHOW ADDED - FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER! | By popular demand, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute returns to Baycourt! Featuring energetic performances, live band, replica costumes & more gives fans a chance to relive the ABBA experience! Read more
THE BOSS is a three-hour full production that brings alive the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. 'The Boss' is tuned to perfection and features the entire 'Born In The USA' album PLUS other Springsteen hits. Read more
Ladies - enjoy a fun and adventurous weekend with your besties taking part in either the 3 or 6 hour Wander Women adventure navigational team race in the beautiful city of Tauranga! Read more
Led by talented local artist and illustrator Ross Murray, this workshop is designed for aspiring comic book artists aged 10+. Read more
Meet with author Pip McKay and hear her read from her prize-winning debut novel, The Telling Time. Be inspired, ask questions, get your book signed! Read more
Catch the Steamers in their final Mitre 10 Cup round robin game of the season at the Tauranga Domain! Read more
Tauranga Woodcrafters 2020 Exhibition and sales of local woodwork, sale of tools, plus demonstrations by local artists and craftspeople. Read more
It’s boyband vs girlband in this jukebox musical of 90s hit songs – from the creators of ‘Back to the 80s’ (as seen on stage at TMT!) Read more
Pedal & Spokes - The fun family cycle ride for charity Read more
A magical evening where we test your Harry Potter expertise! Read more
Night Owl Cinema proudly presents Abominable. Read more
Arabian nights, witches, and fantastical tales – a fanciful afternoon of spellbinding orchestral music presented by Bay of Plenty Symphonia. Read more
Come along to this free, family friendly, Christmas event at Koikoi Reserve featuring local entertainment, Santa and fun activities for the kids. Read more
Marilyn is a New Zealand Jew who lived and worked for four years in the Gaza Strip. She writes from lived experience and speaks in a positive, unifying, and compelling way about solutions that acknowledge the equal value of lives. Read more
Come and watch this Oscar-nominated film based on a heartfelt true story. Read more
Come along to hear from panel of local and award-winning authors. Read more
Without Words is a dance journey about connection and communication throughout the ages, from pictograms through to social media. Have we got better at communicating or do we rely on our devices to do the talking for us? Read more
KJ Studios has worked with Arts Access Aotearoa to provide this sensory relaxed performance which features a shorter show time, fewer lighting changes, no strobe lights, lower sound volumes, and the ability to move around during the performance if needed. Read more
Come explore Mount Maunganui for a running festival incorporating 21km half marathon, 10km and 5km options. Read more
Plants, growing gear and growing advice. Read more
Welcome the return of international cricket as our BLACKCAPS take on T20 World Champions the West Indies in back to back matches at Bay Oval! Read more
The Man | The Book | The Music - Stan Walker like you've never seen or heard him before! Read more
Our project to preserve, and make accessible, the library’s collection of historic rate books. Read more
Is your fridge bursting at the seams? Are you filling your compost bin quickly? Are your chickens fat? Perhaps you are wasting food. Read more
Join the magic world of innovation and journey through a Chocolate Factory of delicious delectable and yummy sweets. Celebrating all genres of dance and performed by talented local dancers Gillian Moore School of Dance. Read more
Attend our longest-running and most popular workshop to become inspired and entertained about ways you can minimise waste in your home whilst babies are around! Read more
An exciting dance show featuring themes starting with ‘B’. Watch how DEC brings high level dance training to the stage with local talent for audience enjoyment. Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre and more from students aged 5yrs and up. Read more
New Zealand greatest endurance ironman race on the beach, testing New Zealand's best lifeguards to create fitter, stronger, more skilled lifeguards. Read more
Songwriters and friends Nadia Reid & Holli Fullbrook (Tiny Ruins) are hitting the road together in Springtime for REID & RUINS – an expansive double headline tour across Aotearoa, where they will play songs from their respective albums – solo & together. Read more
International cricket is back! Don't miss Bay Oval's debut Boxing Day test! Read more
If you are looking for the Triathlon race that has it all, then the EVES Surfbreaker Triathlon at Mount Maunganui is the race. This Iconic race has been on the Calendar since 1985, making it one of NZ’s oldest races. Read more
Following a sell out year in 2020, the Mount Run returns this January! Read more
The Battle of the BBQs is about bringing Kiwis together for the BBQ cook off of the year! Read more
Join The Howard Morrison Quartet Take Two, featuring Howard Morrison Jnr, Russell Harrison, Chris Powley and Andre King as they celebrate and recreate the magic of the Kiwi phenomenon, the original Howard Morrison Quartet. Read more
Our festival is a boutique celebration of food, entertainment and Craft Gin - distilled from a small number of artisan producers. Read more
The Generation Homes Women’s Triathlon is an entry level Women’s only event that encourages participation of Women from 11 years of age & at any level of fitness and ability. Read more
Free entry, family friendly fun!!! Read more
Experience the rival revival as Australia play the BLACKCAPS at Bay Oval! Read more
Beach Volleyball National Tournament - 4th event of the 2021 G.J. Gardner Homes NZ Beach Tour Read more
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Mount Maunganui, the Marra Sprint Triathlon returns for the 34th year. This is an event for the entire family. Read more
Take a step back in time to when country music told a true story of life, love and heartache. LEAVING JACKSON The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show will have you singing, laughing and crying for more. Read more
Swim around Leisure and Rabbit Islands Easter Weekend 2021! Read more
The Stetson Group brings you YESTERDAY ONCE MORE a unique new musical revue from Las Vegas that celebrates the music of THE CARPENTERS, ABBA, The MAMAS AND PAPAS and 5th DIMENSION. Two hours of non-stop hits. Read more
World of Musicals brings the very best, colourful, inspiring and memorable musical classics to life, all performed by an internationally star-studded cast presenting the audience with nightly entertainment at the highest level. Read more
Australia’s best classical cross-over group, The Ten Tenors, returns to Tauranga in 2021! This talented tensome will charm their way into your heart, performing an irresistible selection of the best romantic pop songs, ballads & arias of all time. Read more
Part of The Past and the Curious series of talks at Tauranga City Libraries. Nga Wahi Rangahau/Research Collections on the first floor of Tauranga Library. Free, no booking necessary. Read more
So no one told you life was gonna be this way, nor did they tell you about the hilarious new musical that lovingly lampoons one of TV’s all-time greatest shows in the hit New York and Las Vegas show Friends! The Musical Parody. Read more
Following their sell-out 2019 performances of Swan Lake, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company returns to Baycourt to perform a double bill, Tchaikovsky's much-loved 'The Nutcracker' & 'Don Quixote'. Read more
Unfortunately due to COVID-19, Tu Meke Tui! Live on Stage has been postponed until 2021. New dates will be advertised soon. If you cannot attend the new dates please contact Ticketek: 0800 842 538 | online@ticketek.co.nz Read more