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 […]
Thrifted 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 […]
Raranga 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 […]
Come 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Returning 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 […]
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 […]
Join 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
Trilogy 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 […]
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, […]
In 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 […]
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 […]
Designed 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 […]
Take 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join 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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
QUARRY 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 […]
Greetings Poets POETS@ONEONESIX Wednesday 15 July, 116 Bank Street, Whangarei 5.30 to 7.30pm Share your fresh poetry here
As 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 […]
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 […]
Step 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, […]
‘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 […]
Opening: 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 […]
Who 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 […]
Dj Hotwheel and Dj Stanza @ Beer and Loathing - Saturday 15th August 2026 10pm - close
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 […]
Get 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 […]
Since 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 […]
Looking 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 […]
The 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 […]
Make 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 […]
OH 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 […]
ONEONESIX, 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 […]
Saturday, 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 […]
OUR 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 […]
Where’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 […]
★★★★★ "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 […]
WILD 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 […]
As Part of "The Little Lost Art Festival" in Whangarei Lisa Lü and Matmanamat present their new Duo Circus Show for all ages. "The Pilot and the Bird" is a […]
Kia ora! You’re invited to ANOTHER He Reo Constitution Hui—an opportunity for our music community to come together and help shape the foundations of He Reo. As a community-led initiative, […]
The Woodshed, 44 Riverside Drive, Whangārei Saturday 17 October 2026 7:00pm Badgers Den Records presents the Lower Bar Collective live at the Woodshed on October 17th. Back in Northland after […]