What’s on in Taupō & Tūrangi - 6 Nov 2025
'Hangmen' by Martin McDonagh. Thriller comedy at Centre Stage.
Our events guide is back up and running and growing each week. Check out what’s coming up soon.
October1 - November 15: Outdoor clothing company Stoney Creek – through the Our Backyard Trust - has teamed up with the Sika Foundation and Helisika to organise the Sika Hind Hunt, running from October 1 - November 15. The contest has a range of categories for hunters who shoot hinds, with prize packages of up to $8500, and a total prize pool of $80,000. There are also non-hunting categories including a ‘Best Live Stag Photo’ contest and activities for children, like a colouring contest and spot prizes. The event will culminate in a community barbecue and prize giving event on November 22.
October 25 – December 8: Taupō Museum is proud to present Beyond the Surface: Taupō Harbour Reimagined, a new exhibition by the Taupō Mixed Media Artists, opening in the Main Gallery. Taupō artists reimagine the waterfront.
October 29 – November 8: 'Hangmen' by Martin McDonagh. Thriller comedy at Centre Stage. What does an English Hangman do when he hears that capital punishment has been abolished. Tickets $35 inc dessert on sale trybooking.com
November 6-7: Taupō Cossie Club.
November 7-9: Act 2’s latest production Moana Jr includes five performances from November 7-9, a Friday morning show for schools as well as two evenings and two more matinees. Disney’s Moana JR is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. Moana JR features all the beloved songs from the film. Friday; 11am 6pm, Saturday; 1pm and 6pm, Sunday; 1pm
November 8: The Waipāhīhī Colour Frenzy is an untimed, whānau-friendly run/walk through the Richmond Heights reserve & neighbouring gully. Along the 2km sloping course are multiple colour stations where participants have the option to be doused in colour. There are 500m and 1km flat course options too.
Race Day Details:10am Race wrist band pick-up and late registrations, 10.45am race briefing, 11am race start, 11.40am race course closes, 12.30pm finish festival ends.
As the race course closes, the fun continues at the finish festival with photo ops, face painting, sausage sizzle and drinks for sale.
The coloured cornstarch powder is environmentally friendly and human safe but we suggest participants wear white clothing that is okay to not be so white afterwards. Sunglasses are advised to protect eyes. Waipāhīhī Sports Ground & Gully (beyond Waipāhīhī Hall), 98 Richmond Heights.
November 9: Market Central has moved to Riverside Park until mid-December while Northcroft Reserve is upgraded. Held every Sunday, Market Central is a vibrant and exciting market. It is open from 9am-1pm, with many talented creators, makers, food vendors, growers and entertainers.
November 9: The Tūrangi Garden Club is hosting its biennial garden ramble on Sunday, November 9 where 10 gardens will be on show in Tūrangi, Motuoapa and Oruatua on the eastern and southern shores of Lake Taupō. The strength of this year’s ramble is in showing how quickly a new section can be turned into a beautiful and productive space. The owners of these suburban gardens have used clever landscaping techniques, plant choices and labour saving ideas to produce gardens that will delight everyone. Tickets are $25 each and available from www.Trybooking.com/nz or email turangigardenclub@gmail.com.
November 9: Waiora House Open Day, Sunday, 10am-1pm. Come join the fun. We’re opening our doors and inviting the community to come along and see what Waiora is all about! There’ll be plenty to enjoy — a free sausage sizzle, lawn games, Mr Whippy ice cream and coffee, and loads of fun for the whole whānau. Come on down and learn about the wide range of support and wellbeing services listed below, and view our modern meeting and event spaces.
November 13: 40+ Mix and Mingle. Tired of swiping? Try something real. If you're single and over 35, this night is for you. This is our last event for the year - Join us for a night of good conversation, real connection, a relaxed vibe with people who get where you're at. Whether you’ve been out of the dating game for a while or just sick of the apps, come join us for a no-pressure night out where the only algorithm is chemistry. 7pm-9.30pm, $25, Cobb & Co Taupō, Adults Only.
November 15: Feel the fear and do it anyway. Taupō Blue Light’s famous Trolley Derby is open for entries. It is a fundraiser for Taupō Blue Light which works alongside Police to ensure all youth are thriving. The Mitre 10 Mega Classic allows competitors to race for glory with a kitset trolley, courtesy of Mitre 10 Mega. When you register, you'll receive a top-quality trolley to customise and make your own. Plus, if you've got a trusty trolley from a previous year, you're welcome to bring it along!
Grab your friends, siblings, or parents because up to four racers can register to race on a single trolley. Age classes: 5-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16+ Entry from $20
The Taupō International Motorsport Park Open Class, 16+ Battle of the Brands is ideal for all businesses. The Open Challenge means it’s time to put your creativity, teamwork, and competitive spirit to the test by designing, building, and racing your own creation.
Prizes and bragging rights for the winners! $250 for business team entry.
November 17 – 21: Red Cross Christmas raffle. Inside Pak’nSave, Red Cross is selling raffle tickets for generously gifted items from Taupō retailers and businesses, in aid of national and world disaster support. Each ticket will be eligible for each of the draws, which will be held on December 8.
November 23: Taupō Choral is gearing up for its Sing in the Summer concert, at St Andrews Church on Sunday, November 23 at 3pm. This will be a fun concert that features songs to sing along to, as well as a few Christmas favourites like ‘Sweet Caroline’ and ‘Song Sung Blue’. Taupō Choral will entertain you with some songs performed by them as well. Tickets are available on the door at a cost of $20, under 18’s are free. Or join our Friends of Taupō Choral and pay $50 for a yearly subscription and entry to three concerts.
Taupo Choral is always looking for new members, so if you like to sing, come join us. We meet regularly at St. Pauls church on Rifle Range Road, Wednesdays at 7.15pm. For details, please follow us on Facebook, or contact us: taupochoralsociety@gmail.com
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