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May 2024

Saturday 25th

Whakatane Gardens parkrun

8:00am to 9:30am

Come along to the Whakatane parkrun held every Saturday from 8am at the Whakatane Gardens. What is Whakatane parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event.

Whakatane Art Galleries - Oceanianess

Whakatane Art Galleries - Oceanianess

10:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a journey into Oceanianess, the latest exhibition by esteemed Tahitian artist Tokainiua Devatine. 

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Sunday 26th
Whakatane Weekly Sunday Market

Whakatane Weekly Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

Discover the vibrant Whakatane Sunday Market, a captivating showcase of diverse stalls from across the region and the wider Bay of Plenty.

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Social Ballroom Dancing

3:00pm to 5:00pm

Step Into the Rhythm at Sunday Social Dances with David and Karen Miller in Whakatāne!

Every week, we're turning up the heat with a sizzling array of Ballroom and Latin dances.

Monday 27th
Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

9:00am to 5:00pm

Embark on a journey into Oceanianess, the latest exhibition by esteemed Tahitian artist Tokainiua Devatine. 

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Hae ITF Taekwon-Do Classes

Hae ITF Taekwon-Do Classes

5:30pm to 8:00pm

Ready to kickstart your journey in Taekwon-Do? Join us at Hae ITF Taekwon-Do for our weekly classes, happening every Monday and Wednesday!

Tuesday 28th
Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

9:00am to 5:00pm

Embark on a journey into Oceanianess, the latest exhibition by esteemed Tahitian artist Tokainiua Devatine. 

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime Delight

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime Delight

10:30am to 11:00am

Come Join Our Storytime! 

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Wednesday 29th
Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

9:00am to 5:00pm

Embark on a journey into Oceanianess, the latest exhibition by esteemed Tahitian artist Tokainiua Devatine. 

Whakamax: Waffle Wednesday

Whakamax: Waffle Wednesday

10:00am to 9:00pm

Get ready for WAFFLE WEDNESDAYS at WhakaMax

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Historical Sabre Fencing

Historical Sabre Fencing

5:30pm to 6:30pm

HEMA Fencing Whakatane
5.30pm Wednesday outside Whakatane Harrier Club
Learn sabre, broadsword and spadroon fencing from the Napoleonic area.

Hae ITF Taekwon-Do Classes

Hae ITF Taekwon-Do Classes

5:30pm to 8:00pm

Ready to kickstart your journey in Taekwon-Do? Join us at Hae ITF Taekwon-Do for our weekly classes, happening every Monday and Wednesday!

Thursday 30th
Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

9:00am to 5:00pm

Embark on a journey into Oceanianess, the latest exhibition by esteemed Tahitian artist Tokainiua Devatine. 

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Sunset Cuisine & Live Music with Sound King

Sunset Cuisine & Live Music with Sound King

5:00pm to 8:00pm

Experience the ultimate weekly culinary adventure at Maraetotara in Ohope with the Whakatāne Food Truck Collective!

Quiz Night Thursdays - Mata Brewery, Whakatane.

Quiz Night Thursdays - Mata Brewery

6:00pm to 9:00pm

Test your brilliance at Mata Brewery's 'Believe it Or Not' Quiz Night every Thursday! Challenge friends, win prizes, and enjoy Mama G's delights with local brews.

Fundraising Quiz Night for Waka Ama O Whakatāne Master Woman's Crew

Fundraising Quiz Night for Waka Ama O Whakatāne Master Woman's Crew

6:30pm to 8:30pm

Join The Comm for an exhilarating Gee Quiz night where participants stand a chance to win a bar tab! Tickets are priced at $25 per person, with tables accommodating 6 individuals.

Friday 31st
Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

Whakatane Museum and Arts - Oceanianess

9:00am to 5:00pm

Embark on a journey into Oceanianess, the latest exhibition by esteemed Tahitian artist Tokainiua Devatine. 

Non Olympic Cyclists Whakatane: Ride, Connect, Explore!

Non Olympic Cyclists Whakatane: Ride, Connect, Explore!

9:30am to 12:00pm

Pedal & Connect: Whakatane's Weekly Cycling Excursion!

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming: An Exhibition by Nigel Borell

11:00am to 2:00pm

Embark on a special journey with "Moemoeā - A Time for Dreaming," led by Nigel Borell, a respected figure in Māori arts. He's known for his roles as an artist, curator, writer, and advocate.

Ohope Twilight Stroll: Explore with Whakatane Kiwi Trust Night Walks

Ohope Twilight Stroll: Whakatane Kiwi Trust Night Walks

7:00pm to 9:30pm

Don't Miss Out on Whakatāne's Night Life Adventure with Whakatāne Kiwi Trust!

Live Music Fridays - Whakatane RSA

Live Music Fridays - Whakatane RSA

7:30pm to 9:30pm

 

Live Music Every Friday Night at Whakatane RSA
Embark on a musical journey every Friday night at Whakatane RSA, where the stage comes alive with vibrant tunes.