The Waikato region has established itself as a leading events destination, from sports matches and to art festivals, expos, concerts and more. Then there are the annual events – Balloons Over Waikato, the National Fieldays at Mystery Creek, Kawhia Kai Festival, New Zealand Sevens and SoundSplash, to name a few. Please check with the event organiser for the latest information.
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Featured Events
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Gourmet in the Gardens
06 Nov 2022 - 26 Mar 2023Enjoy food from around the globe at the popular Gourmet in the Gardens food market, every Sunday from 6 November 2022 – 26 March 2023.
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Christmas Events
01 Dec - 25 Dec 2022The Waikato is gearing up for a family-orientated, super fun festive season with a huge variety of events happening across the region. Check out the list of events below for your city or town, and enjoy the lights, markets, carols and of course, the appearances by the man himself – Santa!
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Stories in the Landscape
10 Dec 2022 - 26 Feb 2023 The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum, Hamilton, WaikatoStories in the Landscape 2022, curated by Gina Ferguson, introduces 30 new sculptures into the p...
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Waikato Piano Day
11 Dec 2022 Willowbrook Park, Hamilton, WaikatoUsed in concerts everywhere, the piano has a long history of bringing music to life with its deli...
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Raglan Growers Market
16 Dec 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 Raglan Growers Market, Raglan, WaikatoA weekly market where local growers can bring homegrown produce to the wider community, strengthe...
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Dancing Queen: A Tribute to ABBA
16 Dec 2022 Globox Arena, Claudelands, Hamilton, WaikatoIt’s time to secure your seats to the ABBA show everyone loves and adores! The world’s premier li...
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Auto Addict
18 Dec 2022 Hampton Downs Motorsport Park, Te Kauwhata, North WaikatoAuto Addict is the ultimate session for car enthusiasts! If you are passionate about your ride...
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White Ferns v Bangladesh 3rd ODI
18 Dec 2022 Seddon Park, Hamilton, WaikatoThis summer the stars will shine! The WHITE FERNS, having attended the Commonwealth Games and...
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Cambridge Grand Prix
06 Jan - 08 Jan 2023 Grassroots Trust Velodrome, Cambridge, WaikatoThe Cambridge Gran Prix is an International UCI registered C1/C2 event is coming to Cambridge on...
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Rongoā rākau – an introduction to Māori herbal medicine
13 Jan - 14 Apr 2023 Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari, Te Awamutu, WaipaJoin our knowledgable and engaging local rongoā practitioner, Ringi Morgan-Fifield, on a gentle w...
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Landslide - Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Show
14 Jan 2023 Harbour View Hotel, Raglan, WaikatoLandslide is a live 5 piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie...
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Waka Ama National Sprint Championships 2023
15 Jan - 21 Jan 2023The Waka Ama National Sprint Championships 2023 takes place at Lake Karapiro from 15 - 21 January 2023.
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Disney Frozen Jr
17 Jan - 21 Jan 2023 Riverlea Theatre, Hamilton, WaikatoJanuary school holiday time is….Disney time! Suitable for all the family, Hamilton Musical Theat...
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Soundsplash Music Festival 2023
20 Jan - 22 Jan 2023One of New Zealand's longest-running festivals, Soundsplash, returns to Raglan for another year.
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HSBC NZ Sevens
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2023Hamilton City is set to host the New Zealand leg of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series from 21 - 22 January 2023.
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Jimmy Carr - Terribly Funny
27 Jan 2023Jimmy Carr returns with a brand new show- Jimmy Carr-Terribly Funny!
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Festival One
27 Jan - 30 Jan 2023Born in the summer of 2015, the festival has now run continuously for 6 strong years. Festival One is back for 2023, hitting the stage at the beautiful Karapiro landscape called, Hartford from 27 -30 January.
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Long Course Weekend
04 Feb - 06 Feb 2023 Mighty River Domain, Cambridge, WaipaLong Course Weekend New Zealand has arrived! Hosted at the Mighty River Domain, Karapiro, the...
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Hobbiton Summer Harvest Festival
04 Feb 2023 Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Matamata-PiakoCelebrate a bountiful harvest with Hobbiton™ Movie Set at this special four-hour event on Saturday 4 February 2023.
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A Day at the Domain Te Aroha
12 Mar 2023 Te Aroha Domain, Te Aroha, Matamata-PiakoCome and join us for Te Aroha's annual day out!!
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FIFA Women's World Cup 2023
01 Jul - 31 Jul 2023The FIFA Women’s World Cup is coming to New Zealand and Hamilton will be part of the football action with Waikato Stadium being announced as one of the host venues for the 2023 tournament.
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Women's Street Smart Self-Defence Hamilton (June)
03 Jun - 04 Jun 2023 Western Community Centre, Hamilton, Waikato -
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ST HITEC New Zealand GTR Festival 2023
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