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What's On IN Napier

Whether you’re planning your next visit to Napier to coincide with one of the region’s many great events, or keen to find something to take in while you’re here, there are many terrific options, whatever the season.

For the full listing of Napier and Hawke’s Bay events visit the Hawke’s Bay Tourism events page. Below are our recommendations for the coming months:

Club Festivus, Black Barn, 27 December

Club Festivus, Black Barn, 27 December

Dance the night away with some of the world’s best electronic dance acts, with legendary performances from Sammy Virji, CC:Disco, Frank Booker, Messie and Willo. Discover more>

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Timeless Summer Tour, Church Road Winery, 12 January

Timeless Summer Tour, Church Road Winery, 12 January

Timeless Live is proud to present Timeless Summer Tour – a new summer concert series celebrating legendary musicians from around the world. Making its debut in 2025, the inaugural concert series features Boy George of Culture Club, Little River Band, Bonnie Tyler and Starship featuring Mickey Thomas. Discover more here>

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Bridge Pa Wine Festival, 18 January

Bridge Pa Wine Festival, 18 January

The iconic Bridge Pa Wine Festival welcomes visitors to indulge in wines from one of the New Zealand's leading wine-growing areas. Wineries involved are Abbey Estate, Alpha Domus, Ash Ridge Winery, Oak Estate,Paritua, Sileni Wines, Radburnd Cellars, and RedMetal Vineyards. Discover more here>

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SLACKBARN! Festival, 18 January

SLACKBARN! Festival, 18 January

There's a new one-day festival on the block featuring international acts Los Bitchos (UK), Cosmo Pyke (UK), and Ashes to Amber (US), alongside homegrown New Zealand artists The Black Seeds, Muroki, Half Hexagon, Molly Payton, Rita Mae, and Eli Superflyy. Whether you’re into psychedelic rock, Latin grooves, reggae-infused beats, alternative-indie or fan favourite classic Kiwi sounds, SLACKBARN has something for everyone. Discover more here>

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The Teskey Brothers, Black Barn, 24 January

The Teskey Brothers, Black Barn, 24 January

After selling out five shows in 2023, these Melbourne legends are ready to wow Kiwi audiences again with their soulful mix of rock, folk, and blues. With hits from their acclaimed album The Winding Way, this is a live show not to be missed! Hawke’s Bay’s own Miakie is opening the night, bringing her breezy indie-soul vibes to kick off the summer. Discover more here>

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Te Awanga Wine Festival, 8 February

Te Awanga Wine Festival, 8 February

With some fresh new wineries taking part from the Te Awanga coastline, a new tasting village down variety lane, boutique winery pop up's in more areas across the festival, masterclasses and exciting promotions from each of our three anchor wineries - there's heaps in store for a full day out! Discover more here>

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SIX60 Grassroots Tour, Shed 530 Estate, Puketapu, 8 February

SIX60 Grassroots Tour, Shed 530 Estate, Puketapu, 8 February

After their Grassroots Tour earlier this year became the fastest sell-out tour in SIX60’s history, New Zealand’s biggest band is back, answering the call from fans who missed out. The SIX60 Grassroots City Edition Tour gives fans another chance to experience the band up close in a raw, intimate setting - with Shed 530 in Puketapu set to transfer into an incredible outdoor concert venue. Discover more here>

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Freestyle Kings, McLean Park, 9 February

Freestyle Kings, McLean Park, 9 February

The world’s best action sport athletes including the legendary Robbie Maddison and his 2 sons, Kruz and Jagger Maddison, the wild Ronnie Mac, FMX world champions Pat Bowden and Robbie Adelberg, and Kiwi BMX star Ellie Chew, will be taking this show to a whole new level. Discover more here>

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Art Deco Festival, 13-16 February

Art Deco Festival, 13-16 February

New Zealand’s Art Deco capital, Napier, celebrates its annual festival in February with a stunning line up of events including outdoor concerts, vintage car parades, fashions shows, dining experiences, great Gatsby picnics and so much more. Discover more here>

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Super Rugby Pacific: Hurricanes vs Fijian Drua, McLean Park, 22 February

The Hurricanes are back at McLean Park for the first time since 2021, taking on the exciting Fijian Drua in what promises to be a high-energy match-up! Discover more here>

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International cricket: WHITE FERNS vs Sri Lanka, McLean Park, 4 March

Catch all the action as New Zealand's WHITE FERNS take on the touring Sri Lankans in the first One Day International of the series. Discover more here>

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Horse of the Year, 4-9 March

This event is a must-see for equestrian fans and sports enthusiasts who enjoy watching world-class competitions. During this six-day extravaganza, over 1,400 riders and 1,800 horses compete for official Equestrian New Zealand titles, trophies, and high-stakes prize money. Discover more here>

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F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic 14-23 March

When you’ve got a reputation as New Zealand’s Food and Wine Country, it goes without saying that you need a culinary festival which delivers on that promise. Hawke’s Bay F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic fits the bill perfectly if we do say so ourselves. A glorious blend of local and visiting talent, mouthwatering produce to rival any region, enticing event themes to suit all manner of tastes, and stunning venues to showcase the lot. Programme available mid-late January
. Discover more here>

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Blackcaps v Pakistan, McLean Park, 29 March

Catch all the action as New Zealand's BLACKCAPS take on the touring Pakistan team in the first One Day International of the series. Discover more here>

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