General Interest

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July 2026

Wednesday 1st
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

1:00pm to 3:00pm

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

Whakatāne Genealogical Group - Monthly Meeting

Whakatāne Genealogical Group - Monthly Meeting

1:30pm to 2:30pm

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

ŌBT Quiz Night Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Quiz Night

7:00pm

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

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

Thursday 2nd
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Crop Swap Whakatane

Crop Swap at Heart Space Whakatane

11:00am to 12:30pm

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.

Women and Kids Roller Derby - Starting in Term 2 in Whakatane!

Women and Kids Roller Derby - Starting in Term 2 in Whakatane!

5:00pm to 6:45pm

 

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Kids Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Kids Night Walks 2026

5:30pm

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

Kids Night Walk of Discovery Whakatane

Kids Night Walk of Discovery!

5:30pm to 7:30pm

 

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp

6:00pm

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.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Learn to Play Bridge Whakatane

Learn to Play Bridge

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Friday 3rd
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Ātea Night Market Whakatane

Ātea Night Market

4:30pm to 8:30pm

 

Nau mai, haere mai to Whakatāne’s newest night market at Ātea.

Salsa Dance Beginners Class Whakatane

Salsa Dance Beginners Class

5:45pm to 7:45pm

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

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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.

Saturday 4th
Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

8:00am to 10:00am

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

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Sunday 5th
Whakatāne Sunday Market

Whakatāne Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

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

Tarawera Trail Bike Riders Club Whakatane

Tarawera Trail Bike Riders Club

9:00am

Get ready to hit the trails! Our 2026 Trail Rides are officially announced, it’s been too long, and we can’t wait to ride the forest again. Mark your calendars!

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Monday 6th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Mindful Meditation Course Whakatane

Mindful Meditation Course

7:00pm to 8:00pm

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

Tuesday 7th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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 Club Whakatane

Tūhura Tuesday Club

3:30pm to 4:30pm

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

Tuesday Twighlight Golf Ohope Whakatane

Tuesday Twilight Golf

4:00pm to 7:00pm

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

Zumba Toning Whakatane

Zumba Toning

5:15pm to 6:00pm

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

7:00pm to 10:00pm

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

Wednesday 8th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

1:00pm to 3:00pm

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

ŌBT Quiz Night Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Quiz Night

7:00pm

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

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

Thursday 9th
Salvation Army Whakatāne Annual Book Fair Whakatane

Salvation Army Whakatāne Annual Book Fair

9:00am

Book Fair Dates:

  • Thursday 9th July 9am-7pm

  • Friday 10th July 9am-6pm

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Crop Swap Whakatane

Crop Swap at Heart Space Whakatane

11:00am to 12:30pm

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.

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp

6:00pm

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.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Learn to Play Bridge Whakatane

Learn to Play Bridge

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Friday 10th
Salvation Army Whakatāne Annual Book Fair Whakatane

Salvation Army Whakatāne Annual Book Fair

9:00am

Book Fair Dates:

  • Thursday 9th July 9am-7pm

  • Friday 10th July 9am-6pm

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Ātea Night Market Whakatane

Ātea Night Market

4:30pm to 8:30pm

 

Nau mai, haere mai to Whakatāne’s newest night market at Ātea.

Salsa Dance Beginners Class Whakatane

Salsa Dance Beginners Class

5:45pm to 7:45pm

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

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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.

Saturday 11th
Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

8:00am to 10:00am

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

Salvation Army Whakatāne Annual Book Fair Whakatane

Salvation Army Whakatāne Annual Book Fair

9:00am

Book Fair Dates:

  • Thursday 9th July 9am-7pm

  • Friday 10th July 9am-6pm

Burts Motor Bike Trail Rides Whakatane

Burts Motor Bike Trail Rides

9:00am to 3:00pm

Regular dirt bike events are held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Saturday of every month. Side x Side rides are held on the 4th Sunday of every month on the Main Track.

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane Doggie Arvo

Whakatane Doggie Arvo

12:00pm to 2:00pm

Happens monthly on the second Saturday 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Sunday 12th
Whakatāne Sunday Market

Whakatāne Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

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

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Burts Horse Trail Ride Whakatane

Burts Horse Trail Ride

10:00am to 1:45pm

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

Whakatane Country Music Club

Whakatane Country Music Club

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

Open Mic Night at Hotel Matata

Open Mic Night at Hotel Matata

1:00pm

 

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Monday 13th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Mindful Meditation Course Whakatane

Mindful Meditation Course

7:00pm to 8:00pm

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

Tuesday 14th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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 Club Whakatane

Tūhura Tuesday Club

3:30pm to 4:30pm

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

Tuesday Twighlight Golf Ohope Whakatane

Tuesday Twilight Golf

4:00pm to 7:00pm

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

Zumba Toning Whakatane

Zumba Toning

5:15pm to 6:00pm

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

7:00pm to 10:00pm

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

Wednesday 15th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

1:00pm to 3:00pm

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

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

ŌBT Quiz Night Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Quiz Night

7:00pm

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

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

Thursday 16th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Crop Swap Whakatane

Crop Swap at Heart Space Whakatane

11:00am to 12:30pm

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.

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Kids Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Kids Night Walks 2026

5:30pm

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

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp

6:00pm

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.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Learn to Play Bridge Whakatane

Learn to Play Bridge

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Friday 17th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Ātea Night Market Whakatane

Ātea Night Market

4:30pm to 8:30pm

 

Nau mai, haere mai to Whakatāne’s newest night market at Ātea.

Salsa Dance Beginners Class Whakatane

Salsa Dance Beginners Class

5:45pm to 7:45pm

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

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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.

Saturday 18th
Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

8:00am to 10:00am

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

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

Trust Horizon, Light Up Whakatane

6:00pm

 

Sunday 19th
Whakatāne Sunday Market

Whakatāne Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

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

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Monday 20th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Mindful Meditation Course Whakatane

Mindful Meditation Course

7:00pm to 8:00pm

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

Tuesday 21st
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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 Club Whakatane

Tūhura Tuesday Club

3:30pm to 4:30pm

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

Tuesday Twighlight Golf Ohope Whakatane

Tuesday Twilight Golf

4:00pm to 7:00pm

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

Zumba Toning Whakatane

Zumba Toning

5:15pm to 6:00pm

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

7:00pm to 10:00pm

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

Wednesday 22nd
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

1:00pm to 3:00pm

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

ŌBT Quiz Night Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Quiz Night

7:00pm

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

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

Thursday 23rd
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Crop Swap Whakatane

Crop Swap at Heart Space Whakatane

11:00am to 12:30pm

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.

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp

6:00pm

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.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Learn to Play Bridge Whakatane

Learn to Play Bridge

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Friday 24th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Ātea Night Market Whakatane

Ātea Night Market

4:30pm to 8:30pm

 

Nau mai, haere mai to Whakatāne’s newest night market at Ātea.

Salsa Dance Beginners Class Whakatane

Salsa Dance Beginners Class

5:45pm to 7:45pm

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

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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.

Saturday 25th
Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

8:00am to 10:00am

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

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Sunday 26th
Whakatāne Sunday Market

Whakatāne Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

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

Burts Motor Bike Trail Rides Whakatane

Burts Motor Bike Trail Rides

9:00am to 1:00pm

Regular dirt bike events are held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Saturday of every month. Side x Side rides are held on the 4th Sunday of every month on the Main Track.

E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane Country Music Club

Whakatane Country Music Club

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

Monday 27th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

Mindful Meditation Course Whakatane

Mindful Meditation Course

7:00pm to 8:00pm

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

Tuesday 28th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatāne Genealogical Group - Monthly Meeting

Whakatāne Genealogical Group - Monthly Meeting

1:30pm to 2:30pm

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

Tūhura Tuesday Club Whakatane

Tūhura Tuesday Club

3:30pm to 4:30pm

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

Tuesday Twighlight Golf Ohope Whakatane

Tuesday Twilight Golf

4:00pm to 7:00pm

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

Zumba Toning Whakatane

Zumba Toning

5:15pm to 6:00pm

Entry from the back of the building.
Cost $5

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

Whakatane RSA Darts Night

7:00pm to 10:00pm

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

Wednesday 29th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

Whakatane RSA Flag 500

1:00pm to 3:00pm

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

ŌBT Quiz Night Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Quiz Night

7:00pm

This event runs weekly on Wednesdays.

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

Thursday 30th
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

Kiwi English & English for Employees (Mixed-Level) - Whakatāne

9:30am to 11:30am

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

2e Kids & Parents to Parent Support Group Whakatane

2e Kids & Parents to Parent Support Group

10:30am to 12:00pm

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

Crop Swap Whakatane

Crop Swap at Heart Space Whakatane

11:00am to 12:30pm

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.

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Kids Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Kids Night Walks 2026

5:30pm

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

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp Ohope / Whakatane

ŌBT Thursday Night Pool Comp

6:00pm

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.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Learn to Play Bridge Whakatane

Learn to Play Bridge

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Location: Whakatane Bridge Club

Friday 31st
E Awa Te Ara Whakatane

E Awa Te Ara

9:00am to 5:00pm

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.

Ātea Night Market Whakatane

Ātea Night Market

4:30pm to 8:30pm

 

Nau mai, haere mai to Whakatāne’s newest night market at Ātea.

Salsa Dance Beginners Class Whakatane

Salsa Dance Beginners Class

5:45pm to 7:45pm

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

Cost: $10 per person, cash only.

 Whakatane RSA Members Draw

Whakatane RSA Members Draw

6:00pm to 9:00pm

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

Every Thursday and Friday Evening.

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

Whakatāne Kiwi Trust Night Walks 2026

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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.

July 2026