Events & Entertainment

WHAT’S ON…Join the Midday Concert on August 7 at St Andrew's Church, 91 Tītīraupenga Street  to celebrate the art of storytelling through music with the New Zealand String Quartet. 

Taupō’s newest rugby club has gone from relative easy beats to an unstoppable force in just seven years. 

Taupō Marist Rugby Club’s premier team won the 2025 KCRU Waitomo Group Meads Shield on Saturday. 

Taupō came to life over Matariki Weekend.

The Taupō Quiltmakers Club will proudly present A Quilting Affair, a vibrant exhibition showcasing the remarkable talents of local quilters while highlighting the club's commitment to supporting the community through the art of quilting. 

A new singles event concept is being launched this month, offering a relaxed and grown-up alternative to traditional speed dating.

Taupō's annual Hobby Expo is back this weekend, with more than 60 exhibitors heading to the Taupō Event Centre across Saturday and Sunday.

Grab a bargain straight out of the boot at The Community Marketplace on Saturday, Waipahihi Community Hall, 96 Richmond Ave, 10am-2pm

When she was coming up with a title for the Taupō Concert Band’s evening showcase during the Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival, conductor Monique Vossen says a theme soon became apparent.

Last year Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival event organiser Nicola de Lautour called for Taupō performers to take up slots in this year’s festival.

The much-loved Dropzone Light Hub will once again illuminate the heart of the Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival, celebrating its 11th year as one of the festival's signature attractions.

An Exhibition of crafts and models by various clubs, both local and from around the North Island.

July 3: Join us for a delightful Midday Concert celebrating the joy of choral music, featuring two vibrant Taupō choirs.

Two events are being held to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1995-96 Ruapehu eruptions.

The Spa Park Jumps track will host the annual Spa Jam this weekend with more than 180 BMX riders expected to take to the air. 

All Knitters invited to the Operation CoverUp - Blankets Without Borders Annual Thank You Morning Tea

The much-loved story of High School Musical will be top billing at Tauhara College in early June. 

Spa Jam takes place at Spa Park BMX track on May 30-31. It is open to all ages with action happening from midday on both days. It is $15 to ride. There are cash prizes and all proceeds go back into improving the park. 

TechWeek 2026 kicks off next week in Taupō and Tūrangi, so if you’ve been thinking about getting along to one of the events, now’s the time to book it in.

‘Cripple of Inishmaan’ director Nigel Vanner is keen to stress that the play is very funny, and that the word “cripple” should be taken in context.

Taupō locals are being invited to gather with friends, family and colleagues this May to host or attend a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. 

The May Midday Concert Series presents Paul Saker-Norrish, a Wellington-based singer/songwriter/guitarist who is passionate about the power of song.   

This year’s Alpine Vintage & Classic Auto Show will take place on May 31 (King's Birthday weekend) at National Park School in Waimarino. 

More young women are feeling the call of the wild and this has been reflected in the results of this year’s annual Pureora Hunting Competition. 

The 2026 New Zealand Three-day Event returns to Taupō on May 14-17, following last year’s event in the South Island.

Towns around the Taupō District are gearing up for Anzac Day on Saturday.

Find out what’s happening around the Taupō District.

The Garden Exchange and Community Secondhand & Car Boot Marketplace held its first event on Saturday, at the Timebank Community Gardens. The event has a vision of “creating a regular community space that encourages reuse, sharing, and practical sustainability” says event organiser Julian Bishop. Photos by Dan Hutchinson

Home and Garden Show, wine tasting, speed golf and conservation week are just some of the events happening around the district over the next few weeks. Check out the full listings below.

The iconic Taupo Home and Garden Show is back at Taupō’s Great Lake Centre this Friday to Sunday and once again is a must-visit event for both exhibitors and visitors.  

A new roller-skating rink has opened in Taupō, complete with disco balls and fog machines.