No images? Click here Kia ora koutou,Welcome to our listing of events and activities happening in the local community this week! Events This WeekFriday 10th November 8pm - Queen- It's a Kinda Magic The international hit tribute RETURNS TO NZ IN 2023! Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is back by popular demand for a full national tour. Featuring Dominic Warren reprising his role as ‘Freddie Mercury’ and performing vocals, piano and guitar all LIVE ON STAGE and in original key. Don’t miss the REAL ROCK EXPERIENCE, direct from Australia! Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November - Backyard Paradise: Bay of Plenty Learn from the various agroforestry systems at Backyard Paradise for a deep-dive and hands on, practical learning experience. Managing existing systems and installing new areas too.
Limited spaces available. Secure your spot today. Sunday 12th November 8am-3pm - Julians Berry Farm and Cafe Toi's Challenge 2023 One of Whakatāne's iconic annual events this is a multi-terrain 18km loop on the beautiful coastal Nga Tapuwae o Toi track, organised by the Whakatāne Athletic and Harrier Club. There is a challenge for everyone! Sign up now for the 6km Robinson Law fun run or walk, the 18km 1xx individual or relay walk, or the 18km Julian's Berry Farm and Cafe individual run or team relay! Wednesday 15th November 8pm - The Sweet Caroline Tour Direct from Australia for one night only! The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is coming 15th November 2023 to put all those well-loved classics back on stage and in the spotlight, showcased by a world-class international band and produced especially for the theatre. Hear Sweet Caroline, Cherry Cherry, Red Red Wine, Crunchy Granola Suite, Shilo, Cracklin’ Rosie, Forever In Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show, Girl You’ll Be a Woman Soon and more! Music Events This WeekThe John Doe Duo Friday 10th November 5.30pm - Mata Brewery Shelley Akuhata Friday 10th November 5.30pm - The Comm. Friday 27th October 7.30pm - (Members only, $45 Annually) - Whakatāne RSA Sound of Voices - Open Mic Wednesday 15th November 6pm - Mata Brewery Ongoing EventsNovember 2023 - EPIC Relish Whakatāne By Locals for locals, Relish has a fantastic line up of foodie events in Whakatāne this November. Thursday 16th November - Movember Charity Breakfast with Robert Harris Thursday 23rd November - EPIC Movie & Pizza Night with Whakamax & Double Zero Saturday 25th November - EPIC Mystery Bus Tour Tuesday 28th November - EPIC Virginia's 3 Quick & Easy Ideas (Cooking Class) Tickets available here: Relish Whakatane (iticket.co.nz) and from the Whakatāne isite First 4 Thursdays of November 6pm - Mata Quiz Tournament Starting November 2nd, 2023, we're launching a 4 Week Quiz Tournament that promises four weeks of fun, competition, and fantastic prizes! Future Events- Get Your Tickets NowWednesday 22nd November 5pm - Green Drinks @ Mata Brewery bought to you by Sustainable Bay of Plenty We want to support all our community's events!Upload your events to our website here. Add them to our digital notice boards here. Or contact Kristen at kristen.davies@whakatane.govt.nz for more information and to have your events or activities included in our weekly What's On newsletter. Recurring eventsMarketsŌhope Craft Market - Held at Ōhope Hall on 1st Saturday of every month, 8:30am-12:30pm. Whakatāne Sunday Market - Held at Mitchell Park every Sunday, 8am-1pm. Peace Park Market - Held next to the Whakatāne Museum on Boon Street, last Thursday of every month. Sports & FitnessWhakatāne 5km Park Run - Every Saturday 8am at the Whakatāne Gardens RecreationHā Kākano Preschool Storytime Every Tuesday 10:30-11am at Te Kōputu a te Whanga a Toi Te Pātaka Kōrero Heritage Gallery Guided Tours Every Second Wednesday of the Month 12.30pm & 3.30pm at Te Kōputu a te Whanga a Toi River Edge Park Miniature Railway Running Day First Sunday of every month 10am-3pm at River Edge Park OtherApanui Saltmarsh Clean-up Second Saturday of every month 8-9.30am. Meet at the Carpark on the corner of McAlister & Beach Street FUNDamentals Every Wednesday 6-7.30pm at The Comm Games Nights Believe It or Not Quiz NightMonday - 6:30pm, The Whakatāne Hotel/ The Craic. Wednesday - 7pm, Ōhope Charter Club. Thursday - 6pm, Mata Brewery. Gee Quiz with LJEvery second Wednesday - 6.30pm, The Comm |