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 […]
YES. We are kicking of another season of goodness!This coming Saturday! 14th March! 10:30 - 1:30Corban Dallas and Jasper will be keeping us murky yet chilled!Ā Bangin coffee from @turningpointcoffeenz and shiznic food by us.. the Hospo Mafia crewĀ GET AMONGST IT AND TELL THE PEOPLE TO GET DOWN AND BONCE#whangareiloveithereĀ #coffeeĀ #musicĀ #goodvibes More about Amber's Kitchen here. Including […]
Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 7 PM - 9:30 PM The Harmonic Resonators Manawa Tour - WhangÄrei Forum North Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming connection with Aotearoaās favourite whÄnau band The Harmonic Resonators, returning to the stage with their signature blend of luscious harmonies, soulful country guitar, waiata MÄori, […]
NZās āQueen of Discoā, Louāana, reveals magnetic and mystical album DISCO WITCH and New Zealand tour Aotearoaās very own Queen of Disco, Louāana, has today released her highly-anticipated sophomore album, aptly titled DISCO WITCH, alongside a corresponding New Zealand tour for March 2026 to celebrate. Rooted in nu-disco, soul, and funk, Louāana weaves nostalgic grooves […]
Have you got a great Puanga Matariki idea or event?If you do, weād 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 […]
Queer Connecting -providing an opportunity for our community to come and connect in a relaxed and informal setting, quiet music, low lighting, accessible.BYO snacks and drinks if you want them.18+ Stay tuned to more ofĀ Beagles favourite local events here
ArtBeat is back ā and itās 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 […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday March 25, 5.30pm - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday March 25, 5.30pm - 7.30pm Be sure to check outĀ www.johngeraets.com/ruby-cabinet-tray4Ā with Arthur, Rustum, Piet, Liv and John, plus a few other northerners. The latest Live Encounters special Aotearoa edition features several Northland poets and writers, Lauren Roche, Lincoln Jaques and PietĀ https://liveencounters.net/ Peter Bakowski will […]
POETS@ONEONESIXĀ is next on March 25. 116a Bank Street Whangarei starting at 5.30pm Check out this latest edition of Live Encounters Aotearoa edition https://liveencounters.net/.../live-encounters-aotearoa.../ www.pietnieuwland.com Stay tuned to more ofĀ Beagles favourite local events here
The dancing diamonds are working hard behind the scenes to bring back WhangÄrei Fire Jam! Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM We are fundraising to buy a 200L drum of fire fuel & then we can get fire jam back up & running. Come along for an evening of workshops, a raffle & a […]
Ā WhangÄrei Pride Parade 2026Ā SAVE THE DATE & GATHER YOUR WHÄNAU~ Saturday, 28th March ~ We need volunteers to help us make this happen!Please complete the form here to offer your time & support:https://forms.gle/eP5LaK3zxLWKBiND7 Get ready to brighten up the Hatea Loop once again! Join us for the fourth annual WhangÄrei Pride Parade, a celebration of […]
Hurupaki School is excited to present Comedy for a Cause ā a night of laughs for a great reason! Ā Saturday, 28 March 2026Ā Hurupaki School HallĀ Doors open at 6pm, Show starts at 7pm, R18 Weāre excited to reveal the hilarious line-up for our upcoming Comedy for a Cause night on Saturday 28th March ā and itās […]
Poetry recital with music by award winning poet Apirana Taylor. Apirana Taylor has toured nationally and internationally for many years. He was given the 2024 Prime Ministers Literary Award for Achievement in Poetry. He has held writers residencies at Canterbury and Massey Universities. His poetry has been described as 'explosive', 'powerful', 'challenging, and 'inspiring'. More […]
The Whangarei Heads Arts TrailĀ is a two-day event each Easter, showcasing local artists and their works in private studios and community venues between Onerahi & Ocean Beach.Ā Itās a rare opportunity to see artists at work in their natural habitat. Some studio doors open only once a year, especially for this event. Use the trail […]
For the 14th year running, the Aotearoa Surf Film Festival is rolling into towns across the motu ā 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 […]
Quarry Ceramics Awards 2026 Awards & Opening night: Friday 10th April 2026, 5pm, Yvonne Rust Gallery Exhibition open: 10th April - 2nd May 2026Open Hours - Mon - Sat 9.30am - 4.30pm A Quick History of the Quarry Ceramics Awards Ceramics awards have been part of Northlandās art scene for over 20 years. For the […]
Star of ā7DAYSā and the voice of āStickman, PAUL EGO, is taking his solo standup show āSTICKā right around NZ in 2026. Fri 10 Apr 2026, 7:30pmā9:00pm @ ONEONESIX Be prepared for maximum laughs as Paul talks stickability, sticky situations and, of course, stick-men. Itās taken 30 years of performing comedy for Paul to get […]
Aotearoa's bluegrass explorers, You, Me, Everybody, bring their new album, Midnight to OneOneSix. Rooted in tradition but unafraid to innovate, the band blends virtuosic musicianship with gracious arrangements to create a progressive acoustic sound that reaches well beyond classic Americana. Their live shows offer plenty of toe-tapping energy, yet itās their creative fearlessness, soaring dynamics […]
Join us for another amazing night of Deep, Funky and Bangin house beats featuring DJ's Kevvy Small, Nats and Camel
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday April 15,Ā 5.30pm - 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Wednesday April 15, 5.30pm - 7.30pm Be sure to check outĀ www.johngeraets.com/ruby-cabinet-tray4Ā with Arthur, Rustum, Piet, Liv and John, plus a few other northerners. The latest Live Encounters special Aotearoa edition features several Northland poets and writers, Lauren Roche, Lincoln Jaques and PietĀ https://liveencounters.net/ Peter Bakowski will […]
Karaoke Burlesque is back for round 2! Choose your song & your performer and let the magic unfold.Ā Experience the excitement of Burlesque & Karaoke combined, a spectacle for all. The burlesque performers have no idea what song they'll be performing to keeping us all on our toes and highly entertained!Ā Sing your song while […]
Weāre truly thrilled at this new opportunity to bring our musical whÄnau from TÄmaki Makaurau ki te nÅta at ONEONESIX Whangarei, presenting two of our most beloved live acts, both established and emerging in the Aotearoa music scene. On April 24th, with grace and love, weāll be exhibiting Pacific Psychedelic/Samoan Surf Rock band LEAO, as […]
First Screening: 25/04/2026 6:00 pm Second Screening 30/04/2026 8:00 pm In the Capitaine Bouganville Theatre ā up the stairs from the main entry. There is also accessibility seating available in the theatre with access via the lift by the Forum North Office. Starring: Shayne Carter, Miranda Harcourt, Chris Knox Directed by: Margaret Gordon Running time:93 […]
First Screening: 25/04/2026 6:00 pm Second Screening 30/04/2026 8:00 pm Starring: Shayne Carter, Miranda Harcourt, Chris Knox Directed by: Margaret Gordon Running time:93 mins Genre: Documentary - Music Rating: NA Language: English Synopsis From the quiet suburbs of Dunedin, to countless packed venues and then signing with international record labels, indie music icon, Shayne Carter […]
SIKA Sound Journey - 'Between the Worlds'Something between an ancient ceremony and a movie soundtrack. Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM ā 9:30 PM Please bring a yoga mat, pillow and blanket. Be prepared to drop into a deep space. Door sales will be available if there is space. Advanced booking is recommended. Between […]
First Screening: 25/04/2026 6:00 pm Second Screening 30/04/2026 8:00 pm In the Capitaine Bouganville Theatre ā up the stairs from the main entry. There is also accessibility seating available in the theatre with access via the lift by the Forum North Office. Starring: Shayne Carter, Miranda Harcourt, Chris Knox Directed by: Margaret Gordon Running time:93 […]
Shayne P Carter, subject of last yearās five star documentary Life In One Chord, completes an Australasian solo tour with a series of regional shows through the North Island in late March early April. Saturday May 2nd, 2026 @ The Woodshed - Doors open 7pm The tour mirrors last yearās highly successful South Island tour […]
The international guitar sensation brings his groundbreaking stage show to New Zealand shores for the very first time! Date:May 14th Time:7:30 pmĀ -Ā 9:30 pm Entry:From $43 + booking fee Seated Concert FAMILY FRIENDLY with $20 tickets for under 18s Hailed as āthe future of guitarā (Total Guitar), Misko is a globally renowned virtuoso known for his […]
WhangÄrei band Otium return to the stage to celebrate the release of their brand new single Glide. Known for their dynamic live shows and genre-crossing sound, Otium move effortlessly from pop-funk bangers like Curious to gritty alt-rock anthems like Dollar For The Man. No strangers to the road, the band have built a strong reputation […]
Join us in the Yvonne Rust Gallery to celebrate the opening of Touchstones exhibition; a collection of ceramic arts by a collective of local women artists. Touchstones explores how creativity persists amid the distractions of daily life, particularly the invisible labour and mental load often carried by women. Each piece acts as a touchstone: evidence […]
This Time Tomorrow is a four-piece teen pop-rock/punk band made up of a drummer, lead guitarist, bassist, and singer. The lead guitarist and drummer are brothers, who first teamed up with their bassist while homeschooling. Later, after starting school, the brothers met the singerāand the band officially came together. Although still new to performing, the […]
SAT 16 MAY | 10AM - 2PM Explore the Quarry Arts Centre and Te Kowhai Print Trust; - Print Your Own Money studentās Print Market & open studio- Free art activities at the Quarry- Open studios at the Quarry Arts Centre- Amberās Kitchen CafĆ© ā Funk n Coffee music (10:30am ā 1:30pm) Free event - […]
Yes! its on againĀ Ā and it will be on again and again! we need need beats and coffee WhangÄrei! This round will be in conjunction with The Quarry Art Studio Open DayĀ Ā So come along support all the goodness of of good things! Live Beats + Turning Point Coffee+ Mean & Proper Local Food! 27 Selwyn […]
Experience the foot-stomping energy of multi-instrumentalist Graeme James as he brings his one-man-band show to WhangÄrei's iconic ONEONESIX! Armed with electric violin, guitar, banjo, bass, piano, baritone ukulele, mandolin, harmonica, and percussion, Graeme builds epic, full-band soundscapes live on stageālayer by layerācreating a loop-driven folk sound bursting with rhythm, melody, and joy. From his beginnings […]
Big Door Teaching & Recording Studios,Ā 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,Ā 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 […]
Rockshop Whangarei,Ā 12 John Street, WhangÄrei 0110, WhangÄrei Friday 29 May 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm FREE ADMISSION | SPACES LMITED How do you take a well-known song and transform it into something unmistakably *you*? Drawing from over a decade of experience across diverse musical settings and genres, Maggie Cocco guides singers and musicians through the process […]
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 youāre invited! Join us for Beagle Radioās NZ Music Month Wrap-Party & Fundraiser, live from The Woodshed Whangarei on Saturday 30th May. […]
New music hitting all platforms in May. We're going to rock out 116 to celebrate. Sick lineup of local bands. Blind Eyes are a hugely talented young band who always impress, think Sublime with a twist of funk. Indecent Exposure play hard and fast with attitude, just how we like it! This Time Tomorrow are […]
Join Kara, a local musician, for a fun morning of childrenās songs and nursery rhymes on Saturday, 13 June at 116. Formerly a performer in bars and restaurants, she now delights young audiences with nursery rhymes and songs inspired by her new role as a mum. Donāt miss this enchanting event! Sat 13 Jun […]
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 […]
Puanga on a Plate is a vibrant food festival celebrating Puanga Matariki with a delicious twist. Local eateries showcase their creativity by crafting dishes that resonate with the Puanga Matariki […]
Lighting up Lover's Lane every night of the festival! Discover the Puanga Matariki constellation of whetÅ«, created by the community and projected onto the exterior wall of the WhangÄrei Central Library on Lovers Lane, Te Ara HÄ«koi ki Kauika, Rust Avenue. Selected designs from the WhakamÄnawa ā Design a WhetÅ« (Star) project will be shining […]
POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 17 June, 5.30 to 7.30pm 116a Bank Street Whangarei Many thanks to all those poets who submitted to Fast Fibres Poetry 13. Its looking to be another really great issue.
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 […]
This free community event honours loved ones who have passed since the last rising of Matariki star cluster, signaling the MÄori New Year. WhÄnau are welcome to send pictures of their loved ones to be included in the presentation, which will also be available on our Facebook page to view anytime. Our guest speakers will […]
WhangÄrei artists Simon Shepheard's anticipated opening. Event opening: Friday 19th June, 5:30-late Exhibition on until 5th July, open daily at 130 Cameron Street, Whangarei 10AM-6PM.
Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark. Learn how Tiakina WhangÄrei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems. You may see: glow worms kauri snails (including glow-in-the-dark snails) cave wÄtÄ tuna (eels) and kÅkopu fish A short quiz and giveaways will take place at […]