Things to Do This Weekend in Tauranga

Your weekly guide to the best things to do this weekend in Tauranga: what’s on, where to go and where to eat. It’s shaping up wet, so we’ve leaned this weekend’s picks towards indoor options. Here’s the plan for Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July.

Updated live from the forecast. Pop back closer to the weekend for the sharpest read.

This weekend’s weather

FriLight rain14°6° 88%

SatShowers11°8° 69%

SunShowers14°5° 68%

Weather data: Open-Meteo

What’s on this weekend

FRI24

Daniel ChampagneMusic

Totara St, Mount MaunganuiAustralian acoustic guitar virtuoso Daniel Champagne brings his acclaimed one-man live show to the Mount.

FRI24

Elemental Event Tauranga: Studio SeriesMusic

The Jam Factory, TaurangaA variety concert evening in the intimate studio space at The Jam Factory in the Historic Village.

SAT25

Land Down UnderMusic

Okahukura, TaurangaAn evening of live music at Okahukura, with tickets through the Under the Radar gig guide.

SUN26

Beethoven UnwrappedMusic

St Peters in the City, TaurangaAn afternoon classical concert exploring the music of Beethoven in central Tauranga.

SAT25

All of a Flutter with Claire Delaney McLearyWorkshops

The Incubator Creative Hub, TaurangaA hands-on art workshop led by Claire Delaney McLeary at The Incubator Creative Hub.

SUN26

Chinese Tea CeremonyWorkshops

The Incubator Creative Hub, TaurangaA traditional Chinese tea ceremony experience hosted at The Incubator Creative Hub.

SAT25

The Little Big Markets Winter SeasonMarkets

Coronation Park, Mount MaunganuiThe Mount’s popular market returns for its winter season with local makers, food stalls and live vibes.

SAT25

Tauranga Farmers MarketMarkets

Tauranga Primary SchoolThe weekly Saturday-morning farmers market with fresh local produce and artisan goods.

SUN26

Mount Farmers MarketMarkets

Phoenix Car Park, Maunganui RoadA Sunday farmers market with fresh produce, bread, cheese, flowers and more from local purveyors.

SAT25

9 to 5 The MusicalArts

Baycourt Addison Theatre, TaurangaDolly Parton’s hit workplace musical takes the stage at Baycourt, with further dates to follow.

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Things to do this weekend

Weather-matched things to do this weekend in Tauranga: a wet one, so we’ve leaned towards museums, galleries and covered attractions.

Art Gallery

Toi Tauranga Art Gallery: Contemporary Art and Culture in the Bay of Plenty

Explore Toi Tauranga Art Gallery Tucked into the lively Te Manawataki o Te Papa civic precinct on Willow Street, Toi Tauranga Art…

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Museum

Brain-Watkins House Museum: Victorian Heritage Home in Tauranga

Learn about the enchanting Victorian heritage of the Brain-Watkins House Museum and uncover the stories that shaped Tauranga City’s past.

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Library

Tauranga City Libraries: Branches, Hours and Services

Tauranga City Libraries provide free access to books, digital resources, computers, heritage collections and community events across multiple branches in Tauranga.

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Heritage

Tauranga Bond Store: Oldest Remaining Commercial Building in Tauranga

Outstanding in its historical significance, the Tauranga Bond Store reveals untold stories of early trade, inviting you to explore its captivating legacy.

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Library

Mount Maunganui Library Tauranga: Hours, Services & Membership

Te Ao Mārama - Mount Maunganui Library is one of four branches in the Tauranga City Libraries network and serves residents and visitors in the...

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Heritage

Tauranga Historic Village: Creative Hub on 17th Avenue

Feel the charm of the past at Tauranga Historic Village, where restored buildings and vibrant gardens await your discovery. What hidden gems will you find?

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Library

Pāpāmoa Library Tauranga | Te Ao Mārama Community Hub

Te Ao Mārama - Pāpāmoa Library serves as both a public library and community centre in the coastal suburb of Pāpāmoa, Tauranga.

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Heritage

The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga: Historic Mission House and Gardens

Journey through New Zealand's colonial past at The Elms Te Papa in Tauranga, where history and beauty intertwine in ways that will captivate your imagination.

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Sunrise and sunset this weekend

A wet one this weekend, so it’s not the weekend for chasing sunrises or sunsets. We’ll point you to Tauranga’s best spots when the skies clear.

Keep exploring Tauranga

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do this weekend in Tauranga?

This weekend in Tauranga you can pick from weather-matched things to do, the events on this weekend, and the best spots to eat, all rounded up on this page and updated live from the forecast.

What’s on this weekend in Tauranga?

The “What’s on this weekend” section above lists this weekend’s events in Tauranga, concerts, markets, theatre and more, each with its date and venue.

What can I do this weekend in Tauranga if it’s raining?

On wet weekends we lean the picks towards indoor options in Tauranga such as museums, galleries and covered attractions. The weather block at the top shows the weekend forecast so you can plan around it.

Are there markets this weekend in Tauranga?

Any markets running this weekend in Tauranga show up in the events section above, tagged so they’re easy to find alongside the weekend’s other happenings.

Are there free things to do this weekend in Tauranga?

Often, yes. Many of Tauranga’s museums, galleries, parks and markets are free to enter, and the free picks are highlighted in each weekend’s round-up.

What can families do this weekend in Tauranga?

For families this weekend, look to Tauranga’s playgrounds, beaches and daytime community events, and the weekend picks call out the family-friendly options.

How often is the Tauranga weekend guide updated?

Every Friday morning. We rebuild the guide each week for the coming Friday to Sunday, with the latest events, weather-matched things to do, and current picks for eating out.