What's On

Whangārei Pride Parade and Gaÿla

28 Mar 2026 Get ready to brighten up the Hatea Loop once again! Join us for the fourth annual Whangārei Pride Parade, a celebration of love, diversity, takatāpui and community, followed by the fabulous Gaÿla at Pūtahi Park showcasing local performers, artists and food stalls.

Canopy Bridge, Pūtahi Park, Town Basin, Whangārei 0110

Category:  , Endless Summer Festival, Live shows, music and performance, Markets, Youth events

Avalanche City and Mountain Boy

28 Mar 2026 Avalanche City returns after a sold-out 2025 NZ tour with an intimate, cinematic indie-folk show featuring fan favourites and new material. Joining them is Mountain Boy, the acclaimed NZ folk-rock artist known for his dynamic live performances and international success.

Capitaine Bougainville Theatre, Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110

Category:  , Live shows, music and performance

Acrylics and Mixed Media Painting

31 Mar 2026 Explore acrylic and mixed‑media painting in this weekly workshop series with tutor Nelly van der Oord. Learn hands‑on techniques while creating expressive abstracts and human‑form artworks.

Quarry Arts Centre, Scallop Room, 21 Selwyn Avenue, Whangārei 0110

Category:  , Endless Summer Festival, Lifestyle, Talks & workshops

Royal NZ Ballet presents Dazzlehands

08 Apr 2026 Royal NZ Ballet presents Dazzlehands, which is coming to life on stage! The award-winning tale of the persuasive pig by Wellington duo Sacha Cotter and Josh Morgan is now a dazzling ballet bash!

Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0140

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Category:  , Kids & family, Live shows, music and performance

Nau Mai ki Waitangi

11 Apr 2026 This event focuses on taking our newcomers and migrants for a Trip to the Treaty grounds to showcase the bicultural lens of our country and build an understanding of Te Ao Māori by our mana whenua.

47 Raumanga Valley Road, Raumanga 0110

Category:  , Culture, Kids & family

Australian Psychic Medium Deb Webber – Live Show

29 Apr 2026 World renowned psychic medium Deb Webber will walk through the audience, giving spontaneous readings. She will connect chosen audience members with their loved ones in spirit.

Cafler Suite, Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110

Category:  , Live shows, music and performance

Port Nikau Community Open Day

02 May 2026 Come along and explore Port Nikau's exciting new waterfront community! Enjoy family activities like bouncy castles, face painting, heavy machinery displays, arts and crafts, and bike trails. You can also sign up for our fun run around Port Nikau waterfront and boat trips to Matakohe Limestone Island.
Event postponed from 21 March to 2 May 2026.

Port Nikau Development, 325 Port Road, Whangārei 0110

Category:  , Endless Summer Festival, Kids & family

Rock Tenors – Anthems Reloaded Tour

10 May 2026 Rock Tenors return with Anthems Reloaded – a powerhouse theatrical rock show packed with the greatest hits of all time. Five of Aotearoa's finest voices, backed by a live rock band, deliver an electrifying experience you won't want to miss!

Capitaine Bougainville Theatre, Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110

Category:  , Live shows, music and performance

Balloon Dog

16 May 2026 When a five-year-old girl befriends a lonely migrant worker, her family unravels; opening them up to face uncomfortable truths about themselves… and the world beyond their front gate. This beautifully tender tale reveals that we’re more alike than we think.

Capitaine Bougainville Theatre, Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110

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Category:  , Live shows, music and performance