Library of Cultures | Puanga Matariki Festival
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? Step into the […]
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Whangārei Central Library 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, Northland, New Zealand
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Across the Ditch Exhibition | Te Kowhai Print Trust Whangarei
Te Kowhi Print Trust 21 Selwyn Ave, Whangarei, New ZealandExhibition Opening - 'Across The Ditch' Come along to the opening of a unique trans-Tasman printmaking collaboration. The exhibition is featuring fifteen artists from Te Kowhai Print Trust and fifteen […]
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Matariki Puanga * Celestial Paradigm Shift Exhibition Opening | Hangar Art Gallery
Hangar Gallery 14 Cross Street, Regent, Whangarei, New ZealandGroup exhibition and installation to celebrate Matariki Puanga. Live performance by the musical trio Gnomon, with the esteemed poet Piet Nieuwland on the preview evening. Exhibition dates 27th June - […]
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Parihaka Night Biodiversity Walks | Puanga Matariki Festival
Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark. Learn how Tiakina Whangārei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems. You […]
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Thrifted Market | Onerahi Hall
Onerahi Community Hall 117 Onerahi Rd, Whangārei, New ZealandThrifted Market – a curated market celebrating quality pre-loved clothing, collectibles, vintage finds, retro treasures, antiques, homewares, books, vinyl, art, and all those unique second-hand gems that deserve a new […]
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Raranga with Chrissy Anderson | Puanga Matariki Festival
Hihiaua Cultural Centre 56-58 Herekino Street, Whangārei, New ZealandRaranga with Chrissy Anderson Event date: Saturday, 27 June 2026 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM This two-day wānanga, led by local kairaranga Chrissy Anderson, will provide the participants with technical […]
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Puanga Matariki 2026 Market | Puanga Matariki Festival
Reyburn House 17 Reyburn House Lan, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandCome along and enjoy a vibrant market filled with arts and crafts, delicious food, and fun for the whole whānau. This community-led event is a time to come together, reflect, […]
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Māori Ringa Tohu Reo | Puanga Matariki Festival
Free Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open […]
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Raranga Tonu Weavers Exhibition| Puanga Matariki Festival
This rōpū meets every Tuesday in Te Puawānanga at the Whangārei Central Library. To celebrate Puanga Matariki, members will present a special exhibition featuring one of their woven works. Accessibility […]
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Ben Catley | ONEONESIX
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandReturning for his 6th New Zealand tour from Western Australia, catch Ben Catley’s mesmerising guitar show live in Whangārei at ONEONESIX! With virtuoso acoustic guitar playing, big bluesy vocals and […]
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Community Art and Culture Wānanga – Fun Activities for Whānau | Puanga Matariki Festival
Honouring the past, celebrating the present, looking to the future. Join us at Reyburn House Art Studio for a creative and welcoming Puanga Matariki experience. This community-led wānanga invites you […]
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Constellation Banner Workshops | Puanga Matariki Festival
Whangārei Central Library 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandJoin us for some quiet, cosy crafting as we hand stitch together, and create a communal banner for the Whangārei Central Library honouring the whetū (stars) of Puanga Matariki. Accessibility […]
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Kōrero Kōtuitui | Puanga Matariki Festival
Come through to Te Wānanga o Aotearoa and experience what our key speakers have learned throughout their te reo journey. Listen to their knowledge and perspective on the Māori worldview. […]
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Puke Kopipi Winter Planting for Matariki | Puanga Matariki Festival
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 […]
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Pūrakau and Taakaro with Wiremu Sarich | Puanga Matariki Festival
Join Wiremu Sarich (Te Rarawa, Ngāpuhi, Tainui) for a day of interactive storytelling celebrating Puanganui o te Rangi and Matariki. Through pūrākau, taonga pūoro, and playful activities using natural resources, […]
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Little Lost Art Festival | Night Library Cafe
Each month the LLAF Night Library Café will pop-up in a new location, to offer late night cosy coffee vibes and creative hands on activities.
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Matariki Trilogy III: From the Museum to the People | Puanga Matariki Festival
Hihiaua Cultural Centre 56-58 Herekino Street, Whangārei, New ZealandTrilogy III builds on the momentum of the previous two exhibitions, extending their narratives into the community. With the support of valued collaborators, Whangārei Museum is removing barriers to access […]
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Thelonious Punk | Flames
Thelonious Punk is a modern jazz collective that has been performing in Northland since 2009- They will be bringing their versions of standards from Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane, Freddie Hubbard, […]
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Celebrate Matariki with Us – Free Native Seedling Giveaway | Puanga Matariki Festival
Hundertwasser Art Centre 81 Dent Street, Whangarei, New ZealandIn honour of Matariki, the Hundertwasser Art Centre invites our community to come together in a spirit of remembrance, renewal, and care for the environment. From 9:30am on Monday 6 […]
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Māori Ringa Tohu Reo | Puanga Matariki Festival
Free Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open […]
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Stink Bugs | ONEONESIX
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandDesigned especially for kids and whānau, this playful live show dives into the strange and fascinating world all around us, from the smelly things hiding in your house, to creepy […]
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Echoes and Embers Opera North | Puanga Matariki Festival
Forum NorthTake a break from winter with this sumptuous event! Opera North's annual 'not opera' concert! Expect outstanding local singers, shared table platters and fine wine with a musical programme that […]
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Te Puangarua – Matariki Dawn Ceremony | Puanga Matariki Festival
Join us for this free community dawn gathering under the stars. The service will include waiata, karakia, and a ceremony of remembrance to honour those who have passed and reflect […]
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Community Art and Culture Wānanga – Fun Activities for Whānau | Puanga Matariki Festival
Honouring the past, celebrating the present, looking to the future. Join us at Reyburn House Art Studio for a creative and welcoming Puanga Matariki experience. This community-led wānanga invites you […]
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Wairau Māori Art Gallery Open Day | Puanga Matariki Festival
Wairau Māori Art Gallery 2 Quayside, Town Basin, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandJoin us for a special Open Day at the Wairau Māori Art Gallery inside the Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Experience the exhibition […]
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Light Up Hikurangi | Puanga Matariki Festival
The people of Hikurangi will be lighting up our Village and hosting an epic Matariki Festival! With lots of kaihaukai (feasting), indoor and outdoor markets, live performances, art displays, free […]
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Making Manu (Kite-making) | Puanga Matariki Festival
Participants will be guided to create kites from natural resources. This hands-on workshop celebrates a time-honored practice, transforming native materials into soaring creations that connect Papa and Rangi through flight. […]
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Māori Ringa Tohu Reo | Puanga Matariki Festival
Free Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Matua Eddie Hokianga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Porou). Weekly sessions over five consecutive weeks for beginners to build communication skills and connection. Open […]
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Quarry Arts Festival of Light
Quarry Arts Centre 21. Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandQUARRY ARTS FESTIVAL OF LIGHT | 15-18 JULY | 5PM-9.30PM An affordable and magical night out for the whole whānau! With interactive art, light shows, fire spinners, food trucks and […]
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POETS@ONEONESIX
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandGreetings Poets POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 15 July, 116 Bank Street, Whangarei 5.30 to 7.30pm Share your fresh poetry here
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Matariki and Education – Planting a Seed for a Better Future | Puanga Matariki Festival
Reyburn House 17 Reyburn House Lan, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandAs part of the Puanga Matariki Festival, join us for an inspiring presentation exploring pathways into horticulture. Discover how you can begin your journey locally with Te Matarau Education (Level […]
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Bid, Sip, Sing | Fundraiser for Northland Youth Theatre
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 — all hosted by NYT's […]
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The Garden Exhibition Opening | Yvonne Rust Gallery | Quarry Arts Centre
Yvonne Rust Gallery 21 Selwyn Avenue, Avenues, Vinetown 0110, Whangarei, New ZealandStep into The Garden – a ceramic exhibition by Madison Carroll exploring the hidden patterns of life, from the microscopic to the cosmic. Inspired by organic forms and imagined worlds, […]
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Life in the Slow Lane | The Nukes in Concert | ONEONESIX
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand‘Life in the slow lane’The original 3 , Ben 'Country boy' Collier, Dave 'Snapper' Thiele and Dave 'Fingers of fire' Parker reunite again - with the addition of Dave's son […]
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Studio Artists Exhibition 2026 | Quarry Arts Centre
Quarry Arts Centre 21. Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandOpening: Fri 14 Aug | 5pm–7pm A collection of artists, craftspeople and creative practices from the Quarry Arts Centre studios. From uku, wood and stone carving, painting and printmaking, to […]
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Funk ‘N’ Coffee
FeaturedQuarry Arts Centre 21. Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandWho Ha! Lets go again! Every 3rd Saturday of the Month we have been getting together to listen to the kitchen Crew DJ funk on Saturday morning with Turning Point […]
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Something Special | Beer & Loathing
Beer and Loathing 7-9 Vine Street, Whangarei, New ZealandDj Hotwheel and Dj Stanza @ Beer and Loathing - Saturday 15th August 2026 10pm - close
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Bid Sip Sing
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandJoin us for a sparkling night of bubbles, delicious food, live music, singing, a silent auction featuring some exciting items, and plenty of quiz fun — all hosted by NYT's […]
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EGL 80’s Retro Disco
CrossFit Whangarei - Central Fitness & Well-being WhangareiGet ready to boogie at the next EGL Disco! This is an environment where our disability community here in Whangārei get a chance to get together and party!This time we […]
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Great Plate 2026 | Quarry Arts Centre
Quarry Arts Centre 21. Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandSince 2008, The Great Plate has supported important projects at the Quarry — from building our Phoenix soda kiln to ongoing improvements in our pottery facilities. With the support of […]
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Ukulele Potluck Jam
Reyburn House 17 Reyburn House Lan, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandLooking for a relaxed, welcoming space to play music, meet people, and grow your love of ukulele? Come along to Jeannette's weekly Ukulele Potluck & Jam at Reyburn House Art […]
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Possessed By Blues-A-Billy | The Woodshed
The Woodshed 44 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandThe Woodshed, 44 Riverside Drive, Whangārei Saturday 12 September 2026 6:00pm - 11:00pm Three top Northland Acts performing music from New and previously released Albums and Singles supported by a […]
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Make Comics | Reyburn House Art Studio Whangarei
Reyburn House 17 Reyburn House Lan, Whangārei, Northland, New ZealandMake Comics in a friendly environment, FREE! ALL AGES! Every 2nd Sunday Each Month!NOW AT REYBURN HOUSE ART STUDIO on The Whangārei Watefront!A community of Comic Makers meeting up regularly […]
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Funk ‘N’ Coffee
Quarry Arts Centre 21. Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandOH YEAH! It's a happening! Good Beats, Great Turning Point Coffee...AND a new MENU!! You all know the drill! We'll be having Corban Dallas on the decks, Jess on Coffee […]
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Wilson Dixon & Paul Douglas | The Cabin Fever Comedy Tour
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandONEONESIX, 116a Bank Street, Whangārei Saturday 19 September 2026 7:30pm - 9:30pm Winters are a drag and Wilson Dixon and Paul Douglas have got a mean case of CABIN FEVER. Although they’ve […]
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Love Bug w/ Greg Churchill
Bunker Bar Whangārei, Northland RegionSaturday, 19 September 2026 08:00 PM The Bunker Bar and Restaurant, Whangārei, Northland Region Ages 18+ Our next special guest needs no introduction. Greg Churchill has been at the heart […]
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The Collective Market | The Woodshed
The Woodshed 44 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandOUR FIRST MARKET by THE WOODSHED COLLECTIVE We're stoked to bring together The Collective Market - a makers-and-collectors market with a cool, values-led vibe. Expect vintage garments and collectables, local […]
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Where’s Jai – NZ/Aus Tour | ONEONESIX
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandWhere’s Jai are an Auckland pop-rock five-piece built around the dynamic pairing of two female lead vocalists. Known for their guitar-driven sound and energetic live shows, they’ve quickly become one […]
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James Nokise: One Night Rant 2026
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand★★★★★ "There can be few more accomplished raconteurs at the Fringe than James Nokise." — The Wee Review ★★★★★ "Nokise is a joy to have onstage." — The Scotsman There's […]
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You Wake Up | ONEONESIX
ONEONESIX 116 Bank Street, Whangarei, Northland, New ZealandWILD THEATRE: An original mystery-drama that can’t be rehearsed or repeated. Come and see the only possible staging of this ambitious, genre-bending new creation from Craig Neilson starring local creatives […]
$17.38