Since 2016, the Prisoner Correspondence Network has coordinated the Holiday Card Drive. Our pen pals, supporters and members of the public write holiday cards to incarcerated folks, bringing them some holiday cheer during a dark and lonely time in prison. This is an important initiative which brings hope and connection to our incarcerated whÄnau, as […]
TOWN BASIN CARNIVAL â WHANGÄREI Saturday 7th February 2026 ⢠10.00AM â 4.00PMTown Basin, Waterfront, WhangÄrei Get ready for a full day of ART, CRAFTS, CULTURE, HERITAGE, FOOD, FAMILY & COMMUNITY FUN!Join us along the stunning Town Basin Waterfront Trail as we transform the area into a vibrant celebration of creativity and local pride.  Community […]
Kick off Pride Month in WhangÄrei with a chill evening down at Pride HQ. Meet your queer community, eat, drink, be merry and gay. If you can, bring a plate to share.All ages welcome Stay tuned to more of Beagles favourite local events here
 TÄlofa lava, MÄlĹ e lelei, Kia ora whÄnau! Weâre excited to introduce 2026 Northland Pasifika Fusion Festival! Our vibrant celebration of Tagata Moana culture, unity, and pride!  Theme for 2026: âNurturing Our Cultural Roots, by Strengthening Our Health,â A reminder of where we come from, the ancestors who paved the way, and the collective strength […]
Clay Night Date and Time: Thursday 12th March 2026 | 5:30pm - 8pm Age: 16+ Max attendees: 30 Price: $20 Location: Scallop Room, Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei 0110 The Quarry Arts Centre warmly invites all to join us on Thursday 12th March 2026 for a welcoming Clay Night as part of WhangÄrei […]
Let your pooch take you for a gentle Queer friendly walk starting at HQ and heading along the Hatea Loop ending at Kai Toi for Coffee and cake (or similar).Bring as many of your rainbow humans as you like. For those looking for a longer walk, they can keep going after Kai Toi if they […]
Have you got a great Puanga Matariki idea or event?If you do, weâd love to hear from you! The Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 is a special celebration with a series of cultural events happening within the WhangÄrei District for people to come and celebrate together. Come along to our planning hui and help collate, collaborate […]
ArtBeat is back â and itâs heading to Dargaville. This March, Creative Northland is hosting ArtBeat at the Dargaville Riverside Gardens, celebrating art, culture, and community. Come over to the west coast, bring the whÄnau, and support local creativity. ArtBeat, Saturday 21 March 10am-2pm @ Dargaville Riverside Gardens Visit creativenorthland.com/artbeat for more info […]
Hurupaki School is excited to present Comedy for a Cause â a night of laughs for a great reason!  Saturday, 28 March 2026 Hurupaki School Hall Doors open at 6pm, Show starts at 7pm, R18 Weâre excited to reveal the hilarious line-up for our upcoming Comedy for a Cause night on Saturday 28th March â and itâs […]
SAT 16 MAY | 10AM - 2PM Explore the Quarry Arts Centre and Te Kowhai Print Trust; - Print Your Own Money studentâs Print Market & open studio- Free art activities at the Quarry- Open studios at the Quarry Arts Centre- Amberâs Kitchen CafĂŠ â Funk n Coffee music (10:30am â 1:30pm) Free event - […]
Big Door Teaching & Recording Studios, 72 Cameron Street, WhangÄrei 0110, WhangÄrei Friday 22 May 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm FREE ADMISSION Ever wondered what actually happens between the microphone and the speakers? Studio Basics is a practical introduction to the foundations of recording and live sound, designed for musicians, aspiring producers, and anyone curious about how […]
An evening of fun and fundraising with local band Mermaid Bait, DJ Littleman Big and special guest Whangarei Labour candidate Gary Payinda. A warm invite to healthcare workers, teachers, cleaners, security staff, fire fighters, ambos, social workers, IT workers, conservation workers, friends, family and supporters - Gary is keen to throw a party! Come along […]
Rockshop Whangarei, 12 John Street, WhangÄrei 0110, WhangÄrei Wednesday 27 May 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm FREE ADMISSION | SPACES LIMITED Curious about DJing? Wanna up your game? First Spin provides accessible insight to the art of DJing. Led by Juliana Botero, this hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the tools and techniques DJs use to build […]
To celebrate the end of Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa - New Zealand Music Month and round off our innaugral live-to-air series, Beagle Radio 88.1FM is putting on a special fundraising gig, and youâre invited! Join us for Beagle Radioâs NZ Music Month Wrap-Party & Fundraiser, live from The Woodshed Whangarei on Saturday 30th May. […]
Join us as we come together to honour the rising of Puanga and welcome the beginning of the Puanga Matariki Festival for the WhangÄrei District. Monday, 15 June 2026 | 06:30 AM to 08:30 AM Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, WhangÄrei This is a time for remembrance, reflection, and renewal, as we gather […]
Celebrate the MÄori New Year with a month-long programme of creativity, culture, and community at the Town Basin. From 15 June to 17 July 2026, join us in honouring the past, celebrating the present, and looking to the future through art, education, and connection. Enjoy exhibitions, interactive activities, and a Matariki colouring competition for all […]
Lighting up Lover's Lane every night of the festival! Discover the Puanga Matariki constellation of whetĹŤ, created by the community and projected onto the exterior wall of the WhangÄrei Central Library on Lovers Lane, Te Ara HÄŤkoi ki Kauika, Rust Avenue. Selected designs from the WhakamÄnawa â Design a WhetĹŤ (Star) project will be shining […]
Join us for two inspiring drop-in art workshops this Matariki. Step into a relaxed, welcoming space where you can explore your creativity, reflect on what's meaningful, and connect with others in your community. Whether you're honouring memories of the past or dreaming about the future, these workshops offer a chance to express your story through […]
Join us for the Quarry Arts annual Manawa Matariki Community Woodfiring!Under the Matariki stars the community comes together and fires our biggest wood-fired kiln. Open to clay artists of all levels by registration! Registration Fee: $60 pp - 1 shelf or $40 pp - 1/2 shelf (44 Full Shelves or 88 Half Shelves available) Includes […]
Nau mai, haere mai ki Whangaruru. Join us as we come together to celebrate Matariki with a shared hÄngÄŤ, a special kapa haka performance by our local tamariki, and time to reflect, connect and look ahead as a community. After a challenging year, this gathering offers a meaningful opportunity to acknowledge the strength and resilience […]
 Monday June 22nd 2026 at 6.00-7.30pm at the The Judge House of Ale, Walton Street Whangarei Join us for a short sharp literary celebration on the shortest day of the year! Hosted by Sue Barker and Deb Jowitt Flash and poetry readings Prizes announced Food and drink available to purchase Door prize Judge House of […]
Join us for a special wÄnanga with Rereata Makiha (NgÄpuhi/Te Arawa/RangitÄne), a respected leader in Te Ao MÄori and renowned expert in the maramataka (MÄori lunar calendar). Wed 24 Jun 2026, 6:00pmâ8:00pm Semenoff Stadium, Level 2 Lounge, 51 Okara Drive, WhangÄrei This inspiring session will focus on rangatahi and their aspirations for the future, guided […]
Join us for two inspiring drop-in art workshops this Matariki. Step into a relaxed, welcoming space where you can explore your creativity, reflect on what's meaningful, and connect with others in your community. Whether you're honouring memories of the past or dreaming about the future, these workshops offer a chance to express your story through […]
Join us in the easy-access lower Golf Zone for the annual Puke Kopipi winter planting event for Matariki, and help support the regeneration of this special place. We'll be planting 1,300 native plants from Tawapou Nursery, generously supported by Trees That Count and Whangarei District Council. Community volunteers have been restoring Puke Kopipi for over […]
QUARRY ARTS FESTIVAL OF LIGHT | 15-18 JULY | 5PM-9.30PM An affordable and magical night out for the whole whÄnau! With interactive art, light shows, fire spinners, food trucks and more the Quarry Arts Festival of Light has something for everyone! 4 nights in mid-winter to explore a colourful world of light, shadow, fire and […]
Join us for a sparkling night of bubbles, delicious food, live music, singing, a silent auction featuring some exciting items, and plenty of quiz fun â all hosted by NYT's talented young people. Bid, Sip, Sing is a fundraising evening of elegance, entertainment, and community while helping ensure Northland Youth Theatre can continue delivering high-quality […]
Join us for a sparkling night of bubbles, delicious food, live music, singing, a silent auction featuring some exciting items, and plenty of quiz fun â all hosted by NYT's talented young people. Bid, Sip, Sing is a fundraising evening of elegance, entertainment, and community while helping ensure Northland Youth Theatre can continue delivering high-quality […]
Make Comics in a friendly environment, FREE! ALL AGES! Every 2nd Sunday Each Month!NOW AT REYBURN HOUSE ART STUDIO on The WhangÄrei Watefront!A community of Comic Makers meeting up regularly to talk comics, make art, make comics, and have fun! Bring your work along. Some materials available. Pick up our mini comics and zines!
Kia ora! Youâre invited to ANOTHER He Reo Constitution Huiâan opportunity for our music community to come together and help shape the foundations of He Reo. As a community-led initiative, itâs important that our structures, values, and decision-making processes reflect the people and organisations who make up the WhangÄrei music ecosystem. At this hui, we […]