Events

The Waikato region has established itself as a leading events centre and the yearly line-up shows just why. From international sporting matches to art festivals, expos, concerts and more, not to mention annual events such as the Balloons Over Waikato Festival, National Agricultural Fieldays, Kawhia Kai Festival, NZ Sevens and Soundsplash just to name a few.

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Featured Events

Gourmet in the Gardens
01 Nov 2020 - 28 Mar 2021 Rhododendron Lawn, Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton, Waikato
Enjoy food from around the globe at the popular Gourmet in the Gardens food market, every Sunday from 1st November 2020 – 28th March 2021.
Christmas Tree Lighting Event
28 Nov 2020
New Zealand's biggest and most beautiful Christmas Tree will light up for the first time on Saturday 28th November 2020 with a special event that includes the opportunity to sing some favourite Christmas carols.
Blackcaps v West Indies 1st Test Match
03 Dec - 07 Dec 2020 Seddon Park, Hamilton, Waikato
Don't miss the first test between the BLACKCAPS and West Indies!
Christmas on the Maunga - Locals Open Day
05 Dec 2020
Discover Waikato's best-kept secret at Sanctuary Mountain Maungataurtari's Christmas on the Maunga - Locals Open Day, on Saturday, 05 December 2020 from 10am to 2pm.
Maori All Blacks v Moana Pasifika
05 Dec 2020
Get ready for some big hits along with an array of culture and entertainment! On Saturday 5 December a celebration of cultures, connection and entertainment will kick off at FMG Stadium Waikato.
Te Awamutu Christmas Parade
05 Dec 2020
Come to the Te Awamutu Annual Christmas Parade, a great showcasing of Christmas kiwi style in rural New Zealand.
New World Cambridge Christmas Parade
06 Dec 2020 Cambridge, Waikato
What better way to get in the Christmas spirit? Arrive early to grab a good viewing spot – s...
First Credit Union Christmas Parade
06 Dec 2020
A must do Christmas experience
A Hobbiton Christmas
10 Dec 2020 Hobbiton Movie Set, Matamata, Matamata-Piako
To begin the festivities, you will have the chance to experience Middle-earth as you have never s...
Synthony 2020
12 Dec 2020 Claudelands Arena, Hamilton, Waikato
A unique combination of electronic dance music anthems played with the full might of the Auckland...
Blackcaps v Pakistan 2nd T20
20 Dec 2020 Seddon Park, Hamilton, Waikato
Witness some explosive Christmas cricket between the BLACKCAPS and Pakistan!
Soundsplash Music Festival 2021
22 Jan - 24 Jan 2021
One of New Zealand's longest-running festivals, Soundsplash, returns to Raglan for another year. This summer eco-focused extravaganza is set to celebrate the 20th anniversary in style.
Hobbiton Summer Harvest Festival
05 Feb 2021
Celebrate a bountiful harvest with Hobbiton™ Movie Set at this special four-hour event on Friday 5th February 2021.
Six60 Saturdays 2021 tour
27 Feb 2021
Just Announced! SIX60 Saturdays returns in 2021! Playing six shows across Aotearoa in January / February featuring hand picked 100% local lineups, this huge summer tour is one not to be missed!
The Great Kiwi Beer Festival
13 Mar 2021
The Great Kiwi Beer Festival is back at Claudelands Events Centre for the inaugural North Island edition on Saturday 13th March 2021!
Blackcaps v Bangladesh 3rd T20
28 Mar 2021 Seddon Park, Hamilton, Waikato
Don't miss out on the last BLACKCAPS match at Seddon Park!
Special Olympics National Summer Games 2021
01 Dec - 31 Dec 2021