Market Central is a vibrant and exciting market that operates every Sunday morning on Taupō's beautiful lakefront. With many talented creators, makers, growers & entertainers, Market Central is the best way to spend your Sunday morning in Taupō! Join us for brekkie, brunch or lunch, browse the many arts & crafts stalls, meet the talented …

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Kids shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to see the stars above Auckland simply because their bedtime is too early. Ignite a wonder of the night sky in your young ones with this indoor live planetarium tour of the planets, stars and constellations visible above Auckland on the day of your visit. This is the …

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Wings Over Wairarapa Air Festival has a new date, the Masterton based festival that attracts tens of thousands from across Aotearoa as well as international visitors will now take place from 24-26 November 2023. The festival was postponed this month due to the response and ongoing recovery after Cyclone Gabrielle as well as the ongoing …

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Wings Over Wairarapa Air Festival has a new date, the Masterton based festival that attracts tens of thousands from across Aotearoa as well as international visitors will now take place from 24-26 November 2023. The festival was postponed this month due to the response and ongoing recovery after Cyclone Gabrielle as well as the ongoing …

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The Waikato is gearing up for a family-orientated, super fun festive season with a huge variety of events happening across the region. Check out the list of events below for your city or town, and enjoy the lights, markets, carols and of course, the appearances by the man himself – Santa!   Hamilton Tree Lighting …

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New Zealand’s biggest and most beautiful Christmas Tree lights have been turned on! Santa Claus is coming to town and his elves can't wait to rock around the Hamilton Christmas Tree with you! Join us as we twinkle all the way with live music, Santa sightings, and a tree-mendous grand tree lighting ceremony! Don't miss …

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Celebrate Family Day together! Presented by Skykiwi, the grand family event shines for the third year in a row! We invite children and parents to enjoy our endless interactive fun. With exhibitors showcasing a wide range of products, thrilling amusement rides, and delicious food stalls filling the air with enticing aromas! Exhibitors from a variety …

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Ho-ho-ho, it’s Christmas show time! Tim Bray Theatre Company presents their hugely popular family favourite, The Santa Claus Show, back for its 19th season and more lovable than ever! Written in 1991 and now New Zealand’s best-selling Christmas show, this unmissable experience tells a merry tale about finding the true meaning of Christmas, with special …

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