Join us for the First Festival of Indonesian Culture in Northland! Experience a vibrant Indonesian cultural performance, taste authentic Indonesian cuisine, and enjoy a fun-filled day for all ages! Date: Saturday, 8 February 2025 Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: Hihiaua Cultural CentreThis event is FREE ENTRY – bring your whanau and friends for […]
Whangārei Proud, based in Whangārei, Te Tai Tokerau, is dedicated to creating safe and supportive environments for our Rainbow & Takatāpui community. Our diverse members and volunteers provide a welcoming space where everyone can connect, celebrate, and feel at home. The annual Whangārei Pride Festival takes place every March. Check out the events at Eventfinda - Nau mai, […]
ArtBeat is back for 2025! Creative Northlands annual ArtBeat Carnival Day at the Whangārei Town Basin, will be on Saturday 12th April. RSVP + be in to win great prizes - https://events.humanitix.com/artbeat-2025 "We’ve done a lot of reflecting and have listened to community feedback - deciding that Artbeat 2025 will be a MONTH-LONG celebration of […]
The Night Library is back, this time with a special Puanga Matariki edition! Enjoy the library at night while sipping on a fresh hot chocolate or coffee! Spend the evening at Wānanga Whakatupu Mātauranga | Whangārei Central Library where you can explore He Puawānanga and the new He Kākano collection of things. Listen to tales […]
In the first of four dates in the Treaty & Me series for 2025, Dr Elizabeth Cook explores the notion of Unsettled Bliss, and why it’s OK to be uncomfortable. “We perform our banal everyday activities of whiteness as normal and natural, so normal, that they are considered the universal, common sense, rational way to […]
Feel the beat, move with the rhythm, and let the energy lift your spirit! This high-energy, joy-filled workshop brings the vibrant traditions of West African drumming and dance to life. Experience the power of communal rhythm, the pulse of dynamic movement, and the uplifting vibes of traditional African beats. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or […]
A heartfelt and hilarious story about growing up on the mean streets of Aotearoa (New Zealand) with a sometimes-there-mostly-not Dad. Cian Parker shares her story about reclaiming her heritage when she is unexpectedly introduced to a father and a family she didn’t know existed. Parker has teamed up with director and dramaturg Laura Haughey who […]
Celebrate the launch of Fast Fibres Poetry 12, Northland’s very own poetry anthology on Phantom Billstickers National Poetry Day. Be enthralled for a couple of hours with diverse and interesting new poetry on the theme of Aroha love, from some of the our best poets including Alice Fairley, June Pitman, Piet Nieuwland, Arthur Fairley, Tracie […]
Drag Queen Bingo! This one needs no introduction.. ballsy, brilliant and the perfect midweek giggle for you and the gang! Miss Trinity Ice hosts our fabulously naughty Drag Queen Bingo that will have you and your crew in fits of laughter. Ticket includes - Markers and bingo booklet plus 3 fabulous rounds of Bingo - […]
Let’s Talk Poetry – National Poetry Day Event. Join us for an afternoon of poetry, connection, and creativity as we celebrate National Poetry Day. Bring a poem to share and take part in discussing and celebrating local poetry. Where: May Bain Room, Whangārei Central Library All are welcome – poets, readers, and listeners alike. Please […]
Are you curious about the life and legacy of Friedensreich Hundertwasser? Would you like to dive deeper into his passions, ideas, his connection to New Zealand, his thoughts on life, living, architecture and art? Join us for Director Conversations, a bi-monthly series of engaging presentations hosted by our Director, Joost de Bruin. Each session explores […]
Come to hear the migrant stories from Multicultural Whangārei, and English Language Partners Northland ESOL Learners. Celebrate the Learners and learn about their culture and countries. You will hear from the students and can ask questions. FREE Admission Space is Limited, booking is essential!
A Celebration of Our Diverse Community. Join us for a vibrant morning that celebrates the many cultures woven into the heart of our community. Performance and music. Wear your traditional dress or something that represents your heritage, and enjoy a shared space of stories, customs, and connection.
“Tangihanga,” performed by Kristyl Neho, is a 75-minute drama comedy centred around Jess, a loving daughter, whose father Karanipa passes away, leading his whānau and friends to travel near and far to gather at the Marae to mourn his loss. Neho masterfully embodies over 30 characters. As the tangi progresses, tensions rise, family dynamics unravel, […]
Are Germans made of beer and pretzels? Do all Brazilians love to dance and feast at midnight? Does every Indian speak Hindi and a regional language? Curious? Come find out at our vibrant Library of Cultures! Pull up a chair and chat with our amazing culture guides – real people from around the globe who […]
Company of Giants presents a wild and wonderful collection of acts celebrating the extraordinary and the ordinary in our own backyard. Songs, poetry, mime performed by a troupe of puppets, animals, clowns and flowers. Explore the familiarity of the domestic and the mundane, draped in a blanket of glitter. An untamed ride of wonder and […]
Guard your lederhosen! Don your dirndl! Oktoberfest Ja! Book your Oktoberfest at Roost ticket asap! Event extraordinaires, Roost are hosting a festive Barvarian-style celebration of Beer and authentic food. With the help of our German neighbours at “All you Knead”, gather for a true dining feast of bratwurst, sauerkraut, obatzda, ham hock plus fresh sourdough […]
Join us for a weekend of waterfront celebration in the heart of Whangārei’s Town Basin! The Whangārei Maritime Festival returns for its third year, bringing together tall ships, hands-on maritime discoveries, boat tours, local food, inspiring talks, music, and family-friendly activities. This free event is a vibrant showcase of our harbour city's connection to the […]
The Whangārei Latin American Festival is a vibrant celebration of the cultures of Latin America! Come experience the culture and sounds of this diverse region through live music, dance performances, and food. There will be something for everyone at this family-friendly event, including: Live music and dance performances representing various Latin American countries Food vendors […]
Sandbox Fandom Festival and Northland Hobby Shop PRESENTS:2nd HAND GEEKERY & HOBBY MARKET!!! We're doing it again! Our fabulously well attended and successful 2nd HAND GEEKERY MARKETs at Northland Hobby Shop in May, and Sandbox Fandom Festival in July, is coming back for Xmas buying in NOVEMBER! Join the most attractive and urbane nerds and […]
'Nikau Hindin: Tai Timu, Tai Pari'; an immersive exhibition of Nikau’s aute practice that reveals her processes, rhythms, and whakaaro within the work. Opening night: Friday 5 December 2025, 6pm Exhibition runs: December 6 — March 29 Wairau Māori Art Gallery 2 Quayside, Town Basin (Free) artist talk: Saturday 6 December, 11:30am Nikau Hindin (Ngāpuhi, […]
Nikau Hindin presents her first solo exhibition in Te Tai Tokerau with the Wairau Māori Art Gallery in Whangārei. 'Tai Timu, Tai Pari' opens on Saturday 6 December. Nikau will deliver an Artist Talk. All are warmly invited to attend. Saturday 6 December, 11:30am Exhibition Opening night: Friday 5 December 2025, 6pm Exhibition runs: December […]
Celebrate 19 Years of WINGS! Join us for two fun Hawaiian-themed workshops on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟮 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺–𝟭𝟮𝗽𝗺: Hawaiian Lei Making (10 max participants) at the Community Hub 37 Bank Street, Whangarei, New Zealand 𝟲𝗽𝗺–𝟴𝗽𝗺: Hawaiian Hula Dance Workshop and Celebration at YWCA, 21 Rust Ave Let’s celebrate together with creativity, movement, and aloha spirit! Food […]
Celebrate 19 Years of WINGS! Join us for two fun Hawaiian-themed workshops on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟮 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 𝟭𝟬𝗮𝗺–𝟭𝟮𝗽𝗺: Hawaiian Lei Making at the Community Hub (10 max participants) 𝟲𝗽𝗺–𝟴𝗽𝗺: Hawaiian Hula Dance Workshop and Celebration at YWCA, 21 Rust Ave Let’s celebrate together with creativity, movement, and aloha spirit! Food will be provided by WINGS. […]
TOWN BASIN CARNIVAL – WHANGĀREI Saturday 7th February 2026 • 10.00AM – 4.00PMTown Basin, Waterfront, Whangārei 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 […]
Tālofa lava, Mālō e lelei, Kia ora whānau! We’re excited to introduce 2026 Northland Pasifika Fusion Festival! Our vibrant celebration of Tagata Moana culture, unity, and pride! Theme for 2026: “Nurturing Our Cultural Roots, by Strengthening Our Health,” A reminder of where we come from, the ancestors who paved the way, and the collective strength […]
For the 14th year running, the Aotearoa Surf Film Festival is rolling into towns across the motu — bringing with it a healthy dose of salt-water cinema, surf culture, and storytelling stoke. Join us for a curated night of world-class surf films, featuring standout stories from Aotearoa and across the globe. From local lineups to […]
Join us as we come together to honour the rising of Puanga and welcome the beginning of the Puanga Matariki Festival for the Whangārei District. Monday, 15 June 2026 | 06:30 AM to 08:30 AM Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei This is a time for remembrance, reflection, and renewal, as we gather […]
Lighting up Lover's Lane every night of the festival! Discover the Puanga Matariki constellation of whetū, created by the community and projected onto the exterior wall of the Whangārei Central Library on Lovers Lane, Te Ara Hīkoi ki Kauika, Rust Avenue. Selected designs from the Whakamānawa – Design a Whetū (Star) project will be shining […]
Join us for a special wānanga with Rereata Makiha (Ngāpuhi/Te Arawa/Rangitāne), a respected leader in Te Ao Māori and renowned expert in the maramataka (Māori lunar calendar). Wed 24 Jun 2026, 6:00pm–8:00pm Semenoff Stadium, Level 2 Lounge, 51 Okara Drive, Whangārei This inspiring session will focus on rangatahi and their aspirations for the future, guided […]