POUTUTERANGIMARCHWE NEED TO TALK ABOUT DYING Until 21 March | The Arts Village, 1240 Hinemaru StreetExplore this enlightening exhibition by Kelly Shrimpton.

Free artsvillage.org.nz

TE OMA TAUMANO HAURUA TUA RORI COPTHORNE ROTORUA OFF-ROAD HALF MARATHON Sunday 1 March, 7.30am - 1.30pmWhakarewarewa Forest, Long Mile RoadA great family oriented event with race options for all ages.

Free to watch, participation costs apply eventpromotions.co.nz

TE ARA TAERO WHAKAKAHA TOABUILDING CHAMPIONS OBSTACLE CHALLENGE Sunday 1 March, 9am - 12pmRotorua Aquatic Centre, Tarewa Road Jump, dash, crawl, throw and balance your way through 15 different obstacles.

From $20 obstaclechallenge.co.nz

NGĀ TAMA TOA ME NGĀ TAIKA O TE URU VODAFONE WARRIORS V WESTS TIGERS Sunday 1 March, 2pm | Rotorua International StadiumCheck out the Vodafone Warriors as they take on Benji Marshall’s Tigers!

From $7.50 for kids & $20 for adults via Ticketmaster.co.nz warriors.kiwi

TERE PANUKU ROTORUA CRANKWORX ROTORUASunday 1 - Sunday 8 March | Skyline RotoruaThe best international MTB athletes competing in elite-level competitions.

Eventbrite.co.nz crankworx.com/festival/rotorua

HARI HURINGA TAU KI TE HOKOMANGA PŌROTORUA NIGHT MARKET 10TH BIRTHDAYThursday 5 March, 5pm - 9pmTūtānekai Street, between Hinemoa & Haupapa StreetOur vibrant market turns ten! Enjoy a special market with loads of entertainment and activities alongside delicious food and craft stalls.

@RotoruaNightMarket

TE RĀ O NGĀ WĀHINE O TE AOINTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY Friday 6 March, 5.30pm - 7.30pm | Rotorua Library, Te Aka Mauri#EachforEqual speaker event put on by Zonta Club of Rotorua.

$10 via Eventbrite.co.nz rotorualibrary.govt.nz

TE WHAKATAETAE KAPA HAKA O TE ARAWA Friday 6 & Saturday 7 March | Energy Events Centre, Rotorua21 roopu will fiercely ‘haka it out’ for one of six places to represent Te Arawa at Te Matatini, Tamakai Makau Rau.

From $10 via Ticketmaster.co.nz @TeArawa.KapaHaka

KAPA HAKA LIVE STREAMINGSaturday 7 March, 8am - 7pm | Jean Batten Square, Haupapa StreetView the live feed of this dramatic event on the big screen.

Free @RotoruaEvents

TE AHUREI KŪPĀ O AOTEAROAAOTEAROA CUBAN FESTIVAL Friday 6 - Sunday 8 MarchLakes Performing Arts Company1215 Hinemoa StreetLatin and Cuban enthusiasts come together to share their love of Cuban culture.

Eventfinda.co.nz nzcubanfestival.co.nz

TE WHAKATAETAE PĀ PŌRO Ā-MOTU 2020 2020 BUNNINGS NATIONAL TOUCH CHAMPS Friday 6 - Sunday 8 March, 8am - 5pm Rotorua International Stadium Premier touch event of the year where teams battle it out for the ultimate title.

Free @TouchNZ

HE AKA PIKIRANGI UNDER 5’S IN TE REO MĀORIMondays (during term time), 10.30am - 11.30am

HE PĪ KA RERE | UNDER 5’S Tuesday & Thursdays (during term time), 10.30am - 11.30am

HE PĪPĪ PAOPAO | UNDER 2’SWednesdays (during term time), 10.30am - 11am

NGA TAUWHAINGA O IA TE WA REGULAR EVENTSHOKOMANGA PŌROTORUA NIGHT MARKET Every Thursday evening, 5pm - 9pmTūtānekai Street, between Hinemoa & Haupapa StreetExperience the family-friendly atmosphere full of vibrant entertainment, ethnic eateries and boutique-style shopping.

@RotoruaNightMarket

HOKOMANGA AHUWHENUAROTORUA FARMERS MARKET Every Sunday morning, 9am - 1pm | Te Manawa, Tūtānekai StreetGrab a coffee and enjoy a wide range of fresh local produce and specialty foods. Kick back with brunch and enjoy live entertainment.

@RotoruaFarmersMarket

HOKOMANGA ROTARY | ROTARY MARKET Every Saturday morning, 6am - 1.30pm | Kuirau Park

@KuirauMarket

TE MARU A HINERAUKATAURIMUSIC AT THE ROTUNDA Every Sunday in February & March, 1pm - 3pmBand Rotunda, Government GardensBring along a deck chair or a rug and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment showcasing local music.

Free creativerotorua.org.nz

WĀ UKUREREUKEBOXEvery 3rd Sunday of the month, 3pmTe Rūnanga Tea House, Government GardensA fun ukulele strum-along and open-mic session with The Thermaleles.

Gold coin koha rotoruamuseum.co.nz

TE ARA KI ŌRUAWHATAGOVERNMENT GARDENS GUIDED TOURSEvery weekday 10am, 1pm & 2pm, weekends 11am & 2pmDeparts from Te Rūnanga Tea House, Government GardensHear about the Bath House building and learn the history of this unique area.

Free rotoruamuseum.co.nz

TOI MĀ RUNGA PAIHIKARAART BY BIKE TOURSLast Saturday of the month (Sept - April), 10am | Te Manawa Get on your bike and learn more about Rotorua’s art.

Free @CreativeRotorua

TE HUNGA WAIATA NGĀKAU PŌURI O TE WAIARIKIBOP BLUES CLUB JAM Every 1st Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm - 10.30pmRotorua Citizens Club, 1146 Rangiuru StreetAttracting Blues artists and fans from all over the Bay of Plenty.

$5 door sales, musicians & members free bopblues.com

PUREI TONU | PLAY ONVarious dates | Various locations Live script readings of New Zealand plays read by local actors.

$5, door sales @BigPictureMinorDeets

KIA OHO RA TE MARINOTHE CALM AWAKENINGUntil 15 May, 8am - 5pm (Weekdays)Galleria, Rotorua Lakes CouncilA fabulous display of works by local Te Arawa artist, Regan Balzer, who has exhibited around the world.

Free @CreativeRotorua

NGĀA TAUWHĀANGA O TE AKA MAURI LIBRARY EVENTS Rotorua Library, Te Aka Mauri, 1127 Haupapa Street

Some events require booking and may have a cost associated so please check the website rotorualibrary.govt.nz

KŌPŪPŪTAI I TE REO MĀORIBEGINNER TE REO MĀORI Every Monday, 12pm - 1pm

RATONGA IPURANGI KOEKEDROP-IN SENIORNET TECH ASSISTANCEEvery Monday, 9am - 12pm

HUNGA TŪHOTO | WACKY WARM UPsEvery Monday, 10am - 12pm

AKOMANGA ROROHIKOSTEPPING UP COMPUTER CLASSESEvery Tuesday & Thursday, 11am - 12pm

RATONGA RANGAHAUFAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH ASSISTANCEEvery Wednesday, 10am - 1pm

KAPA PĀNUI | READING ROUNDEvery 4th Wednesday of the month, 10.30am

WAIATA MAI ROTORUA Every 1st Thursday of the month, 12.15pm

POKAPŪ MANA WHAKAAIOJUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICE CENTREEvery Saturday, 10am - 12pm

HUNGA LEGO® | LEGO® CLUBEvery Monday and 2nd Tuesday of the month, 3.30pm - 5pmEvery 2nd Saturday of the month, 10.30am - 12pm and 1.30pm - 3pm

HOKOMANGA PUKAPUKAFRIENDS OF THE ROTORUA LIBRARY BOOK SALE Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am - 1pmKuirau Park, adjacent to the playground

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EVENTS GUIDE

2020

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2020

TE RĀ O NGĀ WHĀNAU KI MAMAKUMAMAKU FAMILY DAYSaturday 7 March, 9am start, 2.45pm kick off | Mamaku DomainSeniors rugby match combined with hangi and family fun day.

Free

TOI TIHI | TOP ARTTuesday 10 - Thursday 19 March | Rotorua Library, Te Aka MauriView some of New Zealand’s top secondary school visual art portfolios.

Free rotoruamuseum.co.nz

TE MUTUNGA WIKI TAMARIKICHILDREN’S WEEKEND NGĀ TAMARIKI HURI I TE AO CHILDREN AROUND THE WORLD Saturday 14 March, 10am - 3pm | Various Rotorua locationsEnjoy a wide range of international activities celebrating children.

TE RĀ O NGĀ TAMARIKI KI TITOKORANGI REDWOODS CHILDREN’S DAY Sunday 15 March, 1.30pm - 4.30pm | Redwoods, Long Mile RoadFrom art to music, stories to forest adventures, there is something for all!

Free rotorualakescouncil.nz/childrensweekend

TE AHUREI HĪKOI O ROTORUAROTORUA WALKING FESTIVAL Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 March, 8am - 4.30pmNeil Hunt Park, Tarawera RoadEnjoy recreational walks of various lengths through Rotorua’s unique and beautiful environment.

From $45 rotoruawalkingfestival.org.nz

TE WHAKAATURANGA RANGI WAKARERE ITI FLYING MODEL AIRCRAFT AIRSHOW Sunday 15 March, 10am - 3pmRotorua Model Aircraft Club, Mead Rd, Tarawera An amazing display of flying model aircraft and trial flights on the club trainer.

Gold coin donation @RotoruaModelAircraftClub

TE HĪTORI O TE HŌTĒRA O PRINCESS GATE HISTORY OF THE PRINCES GATE HOTELThursday 19 March, 5.30pm - 7pmNellie Budd Room, Princes Gate HotelBrett Marvelly will talk about this iconic hotel and the Marvelly journey.

Gold coin donation, bookings required rotoruamuseum.co.nz

TE PŪRĀKAU O TE ROTOGENERATION HOMES LEGEND OF THE LAKESaturday 21 & Sunday 22 March | Tikitapu (Blue Lake)Another action-packed weekend of swimming at the stunning Blue Lake.

Free to watch, participation costs apply oceanswim.co.nz

HAUMANUTIA TŌ RORO RECLAIMING YOUR BRAIN Wednesday 25 March, 9am - 4pmHarvest Centre Auditorium, 324 Malfroy RoadImprove memory, focus and motivation. Facilitated by international keynote speaker Petrea King.

$129 via Eventfinda.co.nz aratikatrust.co.nz

TE AHUREI O TE AKA MAURI TE AKA MAURI FESTIVAL Thursday 26 - Sunday 29 March | Te Aka Mauri, 1127 Haupapa Street Join us for a fun range of events celebrating Te Aka Mauri.

Some events may require booking and have a cost rotorualibrary.govt.nz

TO OUR SHORES27 March - Saturday 18 April | The Arts Village, 1240 Hinemaru StreetAn art exhibition celebrating migrant culture.

Free artsvillage.org.nz

TE AHUREI HOLI O ROTORUAROTORUA HOLI FESTIVALSaturday 28 March, 12pm - 3pm | Rotorua Village GreenCome and enjoy this Indian festival of colour right here in Rotorua!

Free @RotoruaEvents

TE PŌ PARAIHE O NGĀ MOTOKĀ TUKITUKI SUPERSTOCKS & STOCKCARS TROPHY NIGHT Saturday 28 March, 6pm - 10.30pmTWS Paradise Valley Speedway, 105 Paradise Valley RdProparts Rotorua Bay of Plenty Saloons along with Superstocks and Stockcars for their trophy night.

Eventfinda.co.nz rotoruaspeedway.co.nz

WBOP MAGIC VS NORTHERN MYSTICSMonday 30 March, 7pmEnergy Events Centre, Rotorua Get along to some exciting ANZ Premiership Netball action!

$12 via Ticketmaster.co.nz netballmagic.co.nz

PAENGAWHAWHA APRILTE WHAKATAU ĀWANGAWANGAKAREN YOUNG - DEALING WITH ANXIETYThursday 2 April, 7pm - 8.30pm | John Paul College, Whitworth AveJoin Karen Young, author of the hugely popular book Hey Sigmund, Hey Warrior.

Gold coin donation @JohnPaulCollegeRotorua

TE AHUREI XTERRA O ROTORUAXTERRA ROTORUA FESTIVAL Saturday 4 April, from 8am | Tikitapu (Blue Lake)Inspiring people to get active - choose from a range of events for all levels.

Free to watch, participation costs apply xterra.co.nz

TE WERO Saturday 4 April, 6.30pm - 9.30pmEnergy Events Centre, RotoruaShowcasing the latest collections from emerging and established Māori designers.

hitched.nz @TeWeroFashionRunway

TE WHAKAATURANGA MĀRENA O ROTORUAHITCHED - ROTORUA WEDDING SHOW Sunday 5 April, 10am - 3pm | Energy Events Centre, RotoruaRecently engaged? Get fresh wedding day inspiration from 90+ wedding experts.

hitched.nz hitched.nz

TE WHAKAATURANGA ARANGA MĪHARO HICKEY CONTRACTORS EASTER EXTRAVAGANZASaturday 11 & Sunday 12 April, 5pmTWS Paradise Valley Speedway, 105 Paradise Valley RdLast big ‘Hit Out’ of the season concluding with the Sportsweb Photography Demolition Derby.

Eventfinda.co.nz rotoruaspeedway.co.nz

TE HŌTAKA HARAREI KURASCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME Saturday 11 - Sunday 26 April | Rotorua Library, Te Aka MauriJoin us for some fun activities and events during the school holidays.

Some events have a charge and require booking rotorualibrary.govt.nz

KA MAUMAHARA TONU TĀTAU KI A RĀTAU | ANZAC COMMEMORATIONS TE WĀHI MAUMAHARATANGA - WW1 WW1 ROTORUA DISTRICT FIELD OF REMEMBRANCEWednesday 15 - Monday 27 April | Cenotaph, Government GardensMarking the anniversary of the Gallipoli landings by ANZAC troops on 25 April 1915.

TE KAUHAU ANZAC KI TE ATA | ANZAC DAWN SERVICESaturday 25 April, 5.45am | ŌhinemutuTe Arawa Māori Returned Services League to honour fallen soldiers.

TE KAUHAU ANZAC KI TŪMATANUIANZAC CIVIC MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday 25 April, 9am | Energy Events Centre, Queen’s DriveGather at Memorial Drive to join the parade leading to the Civic Service.

Free rotorualakescouncil.nz

TE TAWHIO WAIRUA RAUMATIWHITE CHAPEL JAK SUMMER VIBES TOUR Saturday 18 April, 8.30pm | Blue BathsThis high energy acoustic Kiwiana band will have you groovin’ with their funky approach to well-known songs.

$30 via Eventbrite.co.nz whitechapeljak.com

HARATUA MAYKO HARATUA TE MARAMA PŪORO O AOTEAROANEW ZEALAND MUSIC MONTH 1 - 31 May | Range of Rotorua venuesCelebrate New Zealand music in a wide range of events hosted around Rotorua.

ticket prices may apply to certain events creativerotorua.org.nz

ROTORUA OMA TAUMANOROTORUA MARATHON Saturday 2 May, 8am - 5pm | Energy Events Centre, RotoruaCompetitors: Run or Walk. Full Marathon, Red Stag Timber off-road Half Marathon, 10km, 5.5km. Supporters: Enjoy entertainment, food and stalls while you wait for runners to return.

Free to watch, participation costs apply rotoruamarathon.co.nz

AKO PUORO | CUSHION MUSIC CONCERT Friday 8 May, 6.30pm - 8pmRotorua Bible Baptist Church, 55 Pukehangi RdMusic students from 6 to 17 years perform on piano, vocal and other instruments.

$5 per family, door sales @IRMTNZ

HIRINGA TOI | ARTSMADTuesday 12 May, 5.30pm - 7.30pmMonarch Room, Prince’s Gate HotelEnjoy nibbles and a range of short art talks to ignite and inspire.

Gold coin koha creativerotorua.org.nz

TE WHAKAATURANGA RAPUARA O ROTORUA | ROTORUA CAREERS EXPOTuesday 19 May (10am - 6pm) & Wednesday 20 May (9am - 2pm)Energy Events Centre, RotoruaThe best gathering of education/training/community providers & local employers.

Free @RotoruaCareersExpo

TE HĪTORI O TE WHARE KAUKAU O ROTORUAHISTORY OF THE ROTORUA BATH HOUSEThursday 21 May, 5.30pm - 7pm | Rotorua Lakes Council ChamberAnn Somerville will set the rise & fall of the Great South Seas Spa in context.

Gold coin donation rotoruamuseum.co.nz

HE KŌRERO PUKU KATA HEATH FRANKLIN’S CHOPPER - THE SILENCERThursday 21 May, 7.30pm | Energy Events Centre, RotoruaAs seen on 7 Days. Amongst the noise and hysteria, snowflakes and trolls, who will give us a bit of bloody shush?

From $38 via Ticketmaster.co.nz @HeathFranklinChopper

TE AHUREI WAIATA NGĀKAU PŌURIBLUES MUSIC FESTIVALFriday 29 - Sunday 31 May, 3pm - 11.30pmRotorua Citizens Club, 1146 Rangiuru StreetJoin BOP Blues Club with artists from all over New Zealand and Australia.

$40, door sales bopblues.com

TE AHUREI TĀKARO-HUHUA AHUTORU O ROTORUA3D ROTORUA MULTISPORT FESTIVALSunday 31 May, from 9.30amTikitapu (Blue Lake) & Whakarewarewa ForestWith three events to choose from there’s something for everyone to challenge their energies on.

Free to watch, participation costs apply @3DRotoruaMultiSportFestival

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