The Whakatane Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists welcomes anyone interested in genealogy and family history.

Join our Latin dance community and learn the basics of Cuban Salsa in a fun and welcoming environment.

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

Savour a three-course celebration dinner that puts beef centre stage and brings big flavour to Whakatane.

Happening every Saturday 8:00am - 10:00am

Flavours of Plenty is back and Pushing the Palate in 2026, bringing bold, boundary-breaking flavour to Whakatane and the wider Coastal Bay of Plenty.

Every Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm, the Whakatane Sunday Market takes place at Mitchell Park.

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

Get ready for toe-tapping tunes and great company with the Whakatāne Country Music Club, bringing live country sounds to Whakatāne every month.

Calling all fashion lovers in Whakatane. Join us for a lively evening featuring a screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Build confidence, boost communication and feel at home in Whakatāne with free English classes designed for adult learners of all backgrounds and levels.

Join Christine Balzer-Gibbs for a course exploring mindfulness and meditation practices, breath awareness, and reflective enquiry to discover the stillness of Being beyond thought, story, and ident

Tūhura Tuesday is a weekly after-school programme designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and discovery in a fun, supportive environment.

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

The Believe It or Not Quiz takes place every Wednesday from 7pm at the ŌBT.

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

Crop Swap is all about ‘giving generously and taking mindfully’. It’s a community gathering where people share excess produce, plants, and garden items with others.

Kids night walks – every second Thursday starting April, 9 at 5:30pm

This event runs weekly on Thursdays.

Think you have what it takes to be the pool champion? Come along and put your skills to the test.

Learn to play bridge.  Come along and have some fun while learning the skills for this popular card game.  

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

Join our Latin dance community and learn the basics of Cuban Salsa in a fun and welcoming environment.

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

Night walks – every Friday starting April, 3 at 7pm

The Whakatane Kiwi Trust will host night walks from April to July, the best season to hear kiwi calling.

Happening every Saturday 8:00am - 10:00am

Whakatane anglers are invited to take part in a trout fishing tournament this Mother’s Day weekend, proudly sponsored by Haddock Spray Painting and Panelbeaters.

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

Experience an afternoon of beautiful choral music as the Edgecumbe Choir presents Madrigals and Motets this May in Whakatāne.

Every Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm, the Whakatane Sunday Market takes place at Mitchell Park.

Whakatane anglers are invited to take part in a trout fishing tournament this Mother’s Day weekend, proudly sponsored by Haddock Spray Painting and Panelbeaters.

Between Their Ears
Welcome to the newly launched and exciting Burts Horse Trail Ride.

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

All Rummikib players welcome. Every Monday games start at 1.pm, afternoon tea provided, finish at 4.pm. Beginners welcome. Door charge $3

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Tūhura Tuesday is a weekly after-school programme designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and discovery in a fun, supportive environment.

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Come along and join us for a friendly game of Flag 500!

New members and those wanting to learn are welcome to join us and have some fun.

Annual Sub: $10

Weekly Fee: $4.00

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Build confidence, boost communication and feel at home in Whakatāne with free English classes designed for adult learners of all backgrounds and levels.

Attention all members!  Come along and try your luck spinning the wheel!

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Discover a beautiful showcase of handcrafted work as Eastbay Quilters and Cotton Pickers come together for a joint exhibition in Whakatane.

Join our Latin dance community and learn the basics of Cuban Salsa in a fun and welcoming environment.

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

Night walks – every Friday starting April, 3 at 7pm

The Whakatane Kiwi Trust will host night walks from April to July, the best season to hear kiwi calling.

Happening every Saturday 8:00am - 10:00am

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

Every Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm, the Whakatane Sunday Market takes place at Mitchell Park.

Pods beware, the DOMP Comp is back in Whakatane.

Get ready for toe-tapping tunes and great company with the Whakatāne Country Music Club, bringing live country sounds to Whakatāne every month.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

All Rummikib players welcome. Every Monday games start at 1.pm, afternoon tea provided, finish at 4.pm. Beginners welcome. Door charge $3

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Robinson Law Twilight kicks off our summer season at Ōhope Beach Golf Links and everyone is welcome!

Looking for a great midweek night out in Whakatāne? Head along to Whakatāne RSA every Tuesday from 7pm for an action packed darts night.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

The Believe It or Not Quiz takes place every Wednesday from 7pm at the ŌBT.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Crop Swap is all about ‘giving generously and taking mindfully’. It’s a community gathering where people share excess produce, plants, and garden items with others.

Kids night walks – every second Thursday starting April, 9 at 5:30pm

This event runs weekly on Thursdays.

Think you have what it takes to be the pool champion? Come along and put your skills to the test.

Learn to play bridge.  Come along and have some fun while learning the skills for this popular card game.  

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Join our Latin dance community and learn the basics of Cuban Salsa in a fun and welcoming environment.

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

Night walks – every Friday starting April, 3 at 7pm

The Whakatane Kiwi Trust will host night walks from April to July, the best season to hear kiwi calling.

Happening every Saturday 8:00am - 10:00am

Every Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm, the Whakatane Sunday Market takes place at Mitchell Park.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

All Rummikib players welcome. Every Monday games start at 1.pm, afternoon tea provided, finish at 4.pm. Beginners welcome. Door charge $3

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Tūhura Tuesday is a weekly after-school programme designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and discovery in a fun, supportive environment.

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

The Believe It or Not Quiz takes place every Wednesday from 7pm at the ŌBT.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Connect, share and recharge at a welcoming Parent Support Group in Whakatāne.

Attention all members!  Come along and try your luck spinning the wheel!

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Opening at Te Koputu a te Whanga a Toi, Whakatane Art Gallery, this exhibition brings together 12 Ngati Awa artists alongside taonga from the Whakatane Museum collection.

Join our Latin dance community and learn the basics of Cuban Salsa in a fun and welcoming environment.

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

Night walks – every Friday starting April, 3 at 7pm

The Whakatane Kiwi Trust will host night walks from April to July, the best season to hear kiwi calling.

Happening every Saturday 8:00am - 10:00am

Every Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm, the Whakatane Sunday Market takes place at Mitchell Park.

Get ready for toe-tapping tunes and great company with the Whakatāne Country Music Club, bringing live country sounds to Whakatāne every month.