What’s On in Tauranga
Gigs, shows, markets and festivals on in Tauranga this week, updated every Monday.
This week 9 to 15 NovemberUpdated every Monday. Finished events drop off as the week goes.
Live Music & Nightlife6 events
Mon 9 Nov · 7pmThe Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil DiamondA live production celebrating the songbook of Neil Diamond.Addison Theatre, BaycourtFrom $79
Thu 12 Nov · 7pmAsh GrunwaldAustralian bluesman Ash Grunwald returns to New Zealand with his electrifying live show.Totara St, Mt MaunganuiFrom $55
Fri 13 Nov · 8pmArdon England – Too Sexy TourChart-topping queer Māori electronic artist Ardon England brings one night of live vocals, choreography and a Rainbow dance party.Totara St, Mt MaunganuiFrom $40
Sat 14 Nov · 7pmSwallow the Rat, This Is How We Die, DeffexAn all-ages, koha-entry gig headlined by Auckland post-punk band Swallow the Rat at 14 Grey Street.ŌkahukuraFree
Sun 15 Nov · 2pmTauranga Blues FestivalAn afternoon of live music bringing together the region’s finest blues bands.Holy Trinity ChurchFrom $39
Sun 15 Nov · 3pmDouble HomecomingTauranga siblings Anna and Dominic Lee return to perform with Bay of Plenty Symphonia, the orchestra that played a part in their early musical journeys.Addison Theatre, BaycourtFrom $25
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Arts, Culture & Performance6 events
Thu 12 – Sun 22 NovSymposium at the Point OmokoroaFor ten days, selected artists from across New Zealand create new works at Ōmokoroa.Omokoroa DomainFree
Fri 13 Nov · 8pmTwisted – The Untold Story of a Royal VizierA musical parody that retells the tale of Aladdin from the villain’s point of view, with shows through to Sat 21 Nov.X Space, BaycourtFrom $38
Sat 14 Nov · 11amBe Our GuestAn enchanted-castle themed dance show with two performances on the day.Addison Theatre, BaycourtFrom $42
Mon 9 – Fri 20 NovCreature Feature – Fringe Ceramic Group ShowLocal ceramicists show their most inventive creature creations in this Tauranga Fringe group show.The Pot House Ceramics GalleryFree
Mon 9 – Sat 21 NovPenumbra – Fringe Group ExhibitionA Fringe group exhibition of crafted everyday objects curated into one living space.The People’s Gallery – Toi Ka RereFree
Mon 9 – Sat 21 NovWorn Multimedia Jewellery ExhibitionA Tauranga Fringe Festival show celebrating jewellery, adornment and contemporary wearable art.The Incubator Gallery & StudiosFree
Food, Drink & Markets4 events
Fri 13 Nov · 10amBupa Cedar Manor – Christmas Gift FairA Christmas fair of homemade goodies, gifts and homewares made by local artisans and residents.Bupa Cedar Manor Retirement VillageFree
Sat 14 Nov · 9amThe Little Big MarketsA local market with stalls, street food, coffee, live music, workshops and games.Coronation Park, Mt MaunganuiFree
Sat 14 NovTauranga Farmers MarketTauranga’s Saturday morning farmers market.Tauranga Primary School
Sun 15 NovPāpāmoa Community MarketPāpāmoa’s Sunday morning community market.Te Manawa ō Pāpāmoa School
Comedy3 events
Fri 13 Nov · 7pmAdults-Only Comedy Hypnosis ShowComedy hypnotist Haiming Jiang, as seen on Seven Sharp, brings his adults-only hypnosis show to the Mount.Club Mount Maunganui
Fri 13 Nov · 8pmPapamoa Comedy ClubThe monthly stand-up night returns to Luxe Cinemas with a fresh lineup of comedians.Luxe Cinema, Mt MaunganuiFrom $15
Sat 14 Nov · 7pm‘Mafia Casino’ – Comedy Quiz Game Show & Fun CasinoA comedy quiz game show and fun casino with a two-course buffet dinner.Mercure HotelFrom $140
Sports, Fitness & Wellness3 events
Fri 13 – Sat 14 NovNZ vs India 3×3 BasketballTwo days of 3×3 basketball with the Tall Blacks and Tall Ferns taking on India, part of the 100 Years of Unity through Sport celebrations.Mercury Baypark Arena
Sat 14 – Sun 15 NovNZ vs India Beach Volleyball Test SeriesThe second leg of an international New Zealand–India beach volleyball series marking 100 years of sporting ties.Mount Maunganui Main Beach
Mon 9 Nov · 6:30pmNew Moon Sound JourneyA two-and-a-half-hour New Moon fire ceremony with cacao and a sound journey.The Sound Temple, Mt MaunganuiFrom $55Family & Kids2 events
Sat 14 Nov · 3:30pmComedy Hypnotist ShowStage hypnotist Ian Blaine performs to help the Tauranga Boys’ College hockey team raise funds for its European tour.Bethlehem Primary SchoolFrom $30
Sun 15 Nov · 1pmSkatescool – Tauranga Roller Skating DiscoAn all-ages roller disco with basic instruction, disco music, lights and limbo competitions.Mount Maunganui Sports CentreFrom $12
Festivals & Major Events1 event
Film & Screen1 event
Workshops, Classes & Talks1 event
Coming up later this month18 events
Thu 19 Nov · 7:30pmHeath Franklin’s Chopper – GOLDHeath Franklin’s Chopper celebrates 20 years with two decades of his funniest bits.Addison Theatre, BaycourtFrom $46.70
Thu 19 – Sun 22 Nov · 9:30amBay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival 2026A four-day festival celebrating the region’s gardens and the work of local artists.Gardens across the regionFrom $55
Fri 20 Nov · 8pmMidwave Breaks Album Release TourTauranga alt-rock duo Midwave Breaks celebrate the release of their first full-length album with special guests.Totara St, Mt MaunganuiFrom $40
Fri 20 Nov · 7pmFriday Night Flicks – GremlinsThe Village Community Cinema’s retro film night screens Gremlins.Village CinemaFrom $14
Sun 22 Nov · 7amMarra Construction Tinman TriathlonTriathlon Tauranga hosts the Tinman with standard, sprint and short distance races.Pilot Bay Beach, Mt MaunganuiFrom $75
Sun 22 NovWorld Triathlon Cup TaurangaElite triathletes race a World Triathlon Cup at the Mount.Pilot Bay, Mt Maunganui
Sun 22 Nov · 10amBarkfestA family day out for dog owners and dog lovers.Memorial ParkFree
Sun 22 Nov · 2pmTAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift MusicAn unofficial tribute show re-living the music of Taylor Swift’s Eras.Addison Theatre, BaycourtFrom $59
Fri 27 Nov · 8pmChaii – NZ TourChaii brings her VIP (Very Important Persian) tour to the Mount for the last of four New Zealand shows.Totara St, Mt MaunganuiFrom $42
Sat 28 Nov · 7:30pmDIVAS! Christmas SpecialA Christmas special arena show of hits from the greatest female artists of our time.Mercury Baypark ArenaFrom $69
Sat 28 Nov · 8amRockys Backyard Ultra III EditionA backyard ultra where runners complete one loop every hour until one remains.McLaren FallsFrom $125
Sat 28 Nov · 10amThe Incubator Big Street Party – 4 New ShowsThe Incubator’s biggest celebration of the year, with a street party and four new exhibition launches.The Incubator Creative HubFree
Sat 28 Nov · 10:30amGraham Crow In ConversationExhibiting artist Graham Crow and guest curator Ellie Smith discuss his new suite of works, All Squared, 2026.Toi Tauranga Art GalleryFree
Sat 28 Nov · 6:30pmLive Pro WrestlingThe Hughes Academy brings live professional wrestling back to Tauranga.Greerton HallFrom $15
Sat 28 – Sun 29 Nov · 11:30amSomewhere in BetweenA dance show inspired by the way children experience the world.Addison Theatre, BaycourtFrom $40
Sun 29 Nov · 10amPāpāmoa Santa ParadeThe parade marks Santa’s official arrival in Pāpāmoa and the start of the festive season.Dickson Road, PāpāmoaFree
Sun 29 Nov · 7amSanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon 2026Kids aged 6 to 15 swim, cycle and run their way around the course.Arataki Park, Mt MaunganuiFree
Sun 29 Nov · 4pmRISING VIBES | Final Concert 2026The final Rising Vibes concert of the year showcases college bands and artists performing original music.Totara St, Mt MaunganuiFreeSources: Eventfinda and Bay of Plenty NZ. Always check the venue or organiser for the latest details. Powered by Eventfinda
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Frequently asked questions
What’s on in Tauranga this week?
The What’s On calendar lists concerts, markets, sport, theatre, exhibitions and community events happening across Tauranga this week, each with its date and venue.
What events are coming up in Tauranga?
Upcoming events in Tauranga, from gigs and festivals to markets and sport, are listed in date order on the calendar, so you can see what’s ahead at a glance.
Are there free events in Tauranga?
Plenty. Markets, exhibitions and community days in Tauranga are often free, and they appear alongside ticketed events in the calendar so free options are easy to spot.
Where can I find live music and gigs in Tauranga?
Live music, gigs and club nights across Tauranga are grouped in the calendar under their own heading, with the venue and date for each so you can plan a night out.
How do I find family-friendly events in Tauranga?
Markets, festivals and daytime community events in Tauranga are generally suitable for all ages, so look for these in the calendar for family-friendly outings.
How often is the Tauranga events calendar updated?
Regularly. We refresh the Tauranga What’s On calendar as new events are announced, so it stays current from week to week.