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June 2026

Monday 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.

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.

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

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.

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 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.

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

10:30am to 11:00am

A Whakatāne District Council event at the library - enjoy a relaxed weekly session of stories, songs, and rhymes designed to grow young minds and spark imagination.

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 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.

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

Lego Legends

Lego Legends

3:30pm to 4:30pm

A weekly free-play Lego and Duplo session!

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.

'Jingo" Music Bingo @ Mata Brewery

'Jingo" Music Bingo @ Mata Brewery

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Jingo - Music Bingo with a Twist!
It’s like Bingo, but with bangers.

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 4th
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 5th
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.

OBT Beach Karaoke

7:00pm

Get ready to sing your heart out and dance the night away at Beach Karaoke, happening every Friday at the iconic Ōhope Beach Tavern.

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 6th
Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

8:00am to 10:00am

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

Ōhope Craft Market

Ōhope Craft Market

8:30am

Ōhope Craft Market - a place for arts, craft, food, and good conversation. One of the Bay of Plenty's biggest and most vibrant markets with local crafts, food, plants and produce.

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 7th
Lions Monthly Garage Sale @ Port Ōhope

Lions Monthly Garage Sale @ Port Ōhope

8:00am to 11:00am

Ohope Lions Monthly Garage Sale 
We’re back again!

EBOP Custom & Vintage Car Club Display

EBOP Custom & Vintage Car Club Display

8:00am to 10:00am

See some of the most impressive cars on display and chat with their owners! Enjoy a hot coffee, yummy breakfast or just come and hang out with a great bunch of owners and enthusiasts.

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.

River Edge Park Miniature Railway Running Day

River Edge Park Miniature Railway Running Day

10:00am to 3:00pm

River Edge Miniature Railway Running Days are held on the 1st Sunday of each month and every Sunday during the Primary School Holidays, 10am - 3pm. The perfect family activity.

Monday 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.

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.

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

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 9th
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.

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

10:30am to 11:00am

A Whakatāne District Council event at the library - enjoy a relaxed weekly session of stories, songs, and rhymes designed to grow young minds and spark imagination.

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 10th
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

Lego Legends

Lego Legends

3:30pm to 4:30pm

A weekly free-play Lego and Duplo session!

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.

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 11th
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

 

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 12th
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.

OBT Beach Karaoke

7:00pm

Get ready to sing your heart out and dance the night away at Beach Karaoke, happening every Friday at the iconic Ōhope Beach Tavern.

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 13th
Monthly Clean Up - Apanui Saltmarsh Care Group

Monthly Clean Up - Apanui Saltmarsh Care Group

8:00am to 9:00am

Come and join our friendly group keeping rubbish out of the river and ocean. It's only an hour's light work, after which we enjoy social time.

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

Weekly Whakatane Gardens Parkrun - 5km

8:00am to 10:00am

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

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

Riddim Road Trip - Ohope

Riddim Road Trip - Ohope

8:00pm to 11:00pm

Titan Entertainment is bringing the Riddim Road Trip to Ohope for one night only this winter.

Sunday 14th
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

 

Quiz Night - With A Twist @ RSA

Quiz Night - With A Twist @ RSA

3:00pm

Brains, banter and a few bevvies. Quiz night is here at the Whakatane RSA - with a twist! Grab your mates, form a team and lets see who takes out bragging rights this round!

Monday 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.

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.

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

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 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.

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

10:30am to 11:00am

A Whakatāne District Council event at the library - enjoy a relaxed weekly session of stories, songs, and rhymes designed to grow young minds and spark imagination.

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 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.

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

Lego Legends

Lego Legends

3:30pm to 4:30pm

A weekly free-play Lego and Duplo session!

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.

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 18th
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 19th
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.

OBT Beach Karaoke

7:00pm

Get ready to sing your heart out and dance the night away at Beach Karaoke, happening every Friday at the iconic Ōhope Beach Tavern.

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 20th
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 21st
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 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.

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.

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

June Again - Movie Fundraiser Whakatane

June Again - Movie Fundraiser

5:30pm

Movie fundraiser season is back and this year’s screening is set to be a great night out in Whakatane.

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 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.

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

10:30am to 11:00am

A Whakatāne District Council event at the library - enjoy a relaxed weekly session of stories, songs, and rhymes designed to grow young minds and spark imagination.

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 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.

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

Lego Legends

Lego Legends

3:30pm to 4:30pm

A weekly free-play Lego and Duplo session!

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.

Turning Of The Tide Trivia Night Whakatane

Turning Of The Tide Trivia Night

5:30pm to 7:30pm

Turning of the Tide is back in Whakatane, bringing a fun twist on trivia with land and sea themes!

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 25th
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

 

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 26th
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.

OBT Beach Karaoke

7:00pm

Get ready to sing your heart out and dance the night away at Beach Karaoke, happening every Friday at the iconic Ōhope Beach Tavern.

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 27th
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 28th
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 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.

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.

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

OHOPE RUMMIKUB CLUB

1:00pm to 4:00pm

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

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 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.

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

Hā Kākano Preschool Storytime

10:30am to 11:00am

A Whakatāne District Council event at the library - enjoy a relaxed weekly session of stories, songs, and rhymes designed to grow young minds and spark imagination.

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.

June 2026