General Interest

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March 2025

Tuesday 18th
Paint and Wine Night in Whakatane

Paint and Wine Night in Whakatane

6:30pm to 8:30pm

The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other and let’s paint a masterpiece!

Wednesday 19th
‘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.

Concussion Workshop

Concussion Workshop

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Community Concussion Evenings – Sports Medicine BOP  

Thursday 20th
BA5 Boon Collective

BA5 Boon Collective

5:30pm to 8:30pm

You're invited to the next BA5 event, hosted by the Boon Collective, at their brand-new studio and shared office space in the CBD.

Quiz Night Thursdays Mata Brewery

Quiz Night Thursdays Mata Brewery

6:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us at Mata Brewery every Thursday for our "Believe it Or Not" Quiz Night.  Get ready to put your knowledge to the test and unleash your inner trivia superstar!

Thursday Night Poker – Texas Hold'em Tournament

Thursday Night Poker – Texas Hold'em Tournament

7:00pm to 10:00pm

All Poker Players Welcome! Beginners | Intermediate | Advanced
Cards Fly at 7pm.

Saturday 22nd

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.

Have a Heart Expo and Family Festival

10:00am to 2:00pm

Free community Event. Treasure Hunt and awesome prizes to be won! Free clothing. Free Hangi, sausage sizzle and delicious home baking. Facepainting, spotprizes. Local music and dance talent.

Sunday 23rd
Whakatane Sunday Market

Whakatane Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

The Whakatāne Sunday Market is the perfect place to explore a wide range of stalls showcasing local produce and handmade treasures from the Bay of Plenty.  

Wednesday 26th
Whakatane Recruitment Seminar

Whakatane Recruitment Seminar

5:30pm to 8:30pm

If you're interested in exploring a career with New Zealand Police, come along and learn more about the recruitment process.

Thursday 27th
Quiz Night Thursdays Mata Brewery

Quiz Night Thursdays Mata Brewery

6:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us at Mata Brewery every Thursday for our "Believe it Or Not" Quiz Night.  Get ready to put your knowledge to the test and unleash your inner trivia superstar!

Thursday Night Poker – Texas Hold'em Tournament

Thursday Night Poker – Texas Hold'em Tournament

7:00pm to 10:00pm

All Poker Players Welcome! Beginners | Intermediate | Advanced
Cards Fly at 7pm.

Saturday 29th

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.

Sunday 30th
Whakatane Sunday Market

Whakatane Sunday Market

8:00am to 1:00pm

The Whakatāne Sunday Market is the perfect place to explore a wide range of stalls showcasing local produce and handmade treasures from the Bay of Plenty.