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Cowabunga dude! Toys return
Taupō has its own Toy Story thanks to Sam Westlake.
Winter is coming!
Get in quick to book your place at one of the many events that make up the Malcolm Flowers Insurances Winter Festival.
Events guide - June 4
Greening Taupō Day returns on Thursday.
Taking the aerial route
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
All Knitters invited to the Operation CoverUp - Blankets Without Borders Annual Thank You Morning Tea
High School Musical treads Tauhara’s boards
The much-loved story of High School Musical will be top billing at Tauhara College in early June.
Get airborne on your bike
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.
May events guide
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.
Host a pink breakfast in May
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 power of song
The May Midday Concert Series presents Paul Saker-Norrish, a Wellington-based singer/songwriter/guitarist who is passionate about the power of song.
Classic car show
This year’s Alpine Vintage & Classic Auto Show will take place on May 31 (King's Birthday weekend) at National Park School in Waimarino.
Going pink for a purpose and other events
Find out what’s happening around the Taupō District.
An event for everyone
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.
What’s on around the Taupō district
We bring you all the activities happening around the Taupō District.
Events calendar filling up
There is plenty to see and do around the Taupō District over the next few weeks. Here’s the details.
Upcoming events: It’s a Tri’ fest
Sport features heavily in the line-up of major events in Taupō over the next few weeks.
What’s On: Kinstock, monster garage sales and more
Kinstock 2026 has managed to sign a wealth of local music talent for its seventh staging.
What’s on around the Taupō District - 22 January 2026
‘Rock royalty’ hits Taupō
What’s on around the Taupō District
From rock royalty to life-sized dinosaurs, there’s an event for everyone coming up in the Taupō District over the next few weeks.
What’s On in Taupō & Tūrangi
Inspiration and ideas for what to do around the district.
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