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January 2025

Friday 10th
Wharfside Summer: Pop-up Activity Hub

Wharfside Summer: Pop-up Activity Hub

9:00am to 8:30pm

Experience the ultimate summer adventure at *Summer at Wharfside: Pop-up Activity Hub* in Ōhope! From Friday, 27 December to Sunday, 12 January, Wharfside offers something for everyone.

Saturday 11th

Whakatane Gardens parkrun

8:00am to 9:30am

Come along to the Whakatane parkrun held every Saturday from 8am at the Whakatane Gardens. What is Whakatane parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event.

Wharfside Summer: Pop-up Activity Hub

Wharfside Summer: Pop-up Activity Hub

9:00am to 8:30pm

Experience the ultimate summer adventure at *Summer at Wharfside: Pop-up Activity Hub* in Ōhope! From Friday, 27 December to Sunday, 12 January, Wharfside offers something for everyone.

Sunday 12th
Wharfside Summer: Pop-up Activity Hub

Wharfside Summer: Pop-up Activity Hub

9:00am to 8:30pm

Experience the ultimate summer adventure at *Summer at Wharfside: Pop-up Activity Hub* in Ōhope! From Friday, 27 December to Sunday, 12 January, Wharfside offers something for everyone.

Tuesday 14th
Kiwi Caravan - School Holiday Programme

Kiwi Caravan - School Holiday Programme

10:00am to 12:00pm

Bring your little ones along to explore the fun, mobile Kiwi Caravan in Ōhope!

Wednesday 15th
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.

‘Sound of Voices’ Open Mic

‘Sound of Voices’ Open Mic

6:00pm to 9:00pm

Sound of Voices Open Mic at Mata Brewery Taproom is the perfect opportunity to share your talent or unwind with live entertainment in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

Saturday 18th

Whakatane Gardens parkrun

8:00am to 9:30am

Come along to the Whakatane parkrun held every Saturday from 8am at the Whakatane Gardens. What is Whakatane parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event.

Tuesday 21st
Kiwi Caravan - School Holiday Programme

Kiwi Caravan - School Holiday Programme

10:00am to 12:00pm

Bring your little ones along to explore the fun, mobile Kiwi Caravan in Ōhope!

Wednesday 22nd
Dr Seuss's The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage! Whakatane

Dr Seuss's The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage! Whakatane

10:30am to 1:45pm

Yikes, the summer holidays are coming! What to do with YOUR Thing One and Thing 2?!

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.

Friday 24th
Europes Premier Tribute to Shania Twin

Europes Premier Tribute to Shania Twin

8:00pm to 11:00pm

Experience Europe's premier Shania Twain tribute show, "Shania - Come on Over," starring the incredibly talented Liza Rebecca.

Saturday 25th

Whakatane Gardens parkrun

8:00am to 9:30am

Come along to the Whakatane parkrun held every Saturday from 8am at the Whakatane Gardens. What is Whakatane parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event.

Wednesday 29th
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.