

# Things To Do In Ashburton This Weekend | April 3-5, 2026 | AllEvents.in

- **Subtitle**: Ashburton is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Ashburton this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
- **Type**: time_filter

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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Ashburton

- **Event Name**: Cafe Sample Day
  - **Description**: Come join us 10 - 4 on Easter Saturday, 4th April to sample some PlantBased Cafe YUM!
We’ll be showing off what we’ve been working on behind the scenes with new cabinet &amp; menu items, as well as some nibbles from our existing &amp; NEW menu!
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 am – Sat Apr 04 2026 at 06:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ashburton/cafe-sample-day/200029878519807
  - **Venue**: 660 East Street, Ashburton, New Zealand
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## Trending Events in Ashburton

- **Event Name**: Glow in the Park 2026
  - **Description**: Save the date! Our popular family event returns this King’s Birthday weekend - 29-31 May.

🌟 Immerse yourself in an explosion of colour and artistry as you explore the beautifully lit Ashburton Domain.

😍 Bring your family and join us for three magical ni
  - **Venue**: Ashburton Domain
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- **Event Name**: Light Up the Night
  - **Description**: Save the date! Welcome in the festive season with our free Christmas celebration.

Bring your friends, bring your family and join us in Baring Square East for an evening of live entertainment, music and a special guest appearance from Santa himself.

🎤 Li
  - **Venue**: Baring Sq E, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Ashburton Street Sprint 2026 - fuelled by KFC
  - **Description**: Join us for the Ashburton Car Club Street Sprint - fuelled by KFC, the biggest car racing event of the year in Ashburton!

Watch as high-performance cars race through the industrial streets of Ashburton in a thrilling competition 

Enjoy delicious food an
  - **Venue**: Smallbone Dr, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Springston Trophy 2026
  - **Description**: Welcome to the Facebook page for Springston Trophy 2026, we are glad to have you on board. Please find our first Newsletter below. 

Newsletter 1
Welcome to our first newsletter for the 54th Springston Trophy proudly hosted by Ashburton Pony Clubs: Mill C
  - **Venue**: A & P Showgrounds
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- **Event Name**: After Harvest Ball 2026
  - **Description**: 🚜🌾The After Harvest Ball is back for another year!🌾🚜

🍻Dust off your boots, grab your friends and dance the night away with Music being provided by The Mavericks band!🍻 

Tickets:
https://www.youngfarmers.co.nz/pendarvesyf-after-harvest

R18 Event🔞

Court
  - **Venue**: Collegiate Rugby Club
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- **Event Name**: Juggling and Clowning Workshop
  - **Description**: Holiday Programme for the Kids, Sorted.
Juggling &amp; Clowning workshop
14th - 17th April

9am until 1pm

4 Day Workshop - $140.00 
Maximum of 20 Children. Registrations filling fast.

Explore the playful world of circus arts in this fun and creative 4-d
  - **Venue**: 211a Wills Street, Ashburton, New Zealand 7700
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- **Event Name**: ROCK TENORS - ANTHEMS RELOADED TOUR
  - **Description**: GET READY ASHBURTON!...

UNLEASHING THE GREATEST ROCK ANTHEMS OF ALL TIME!

Rock Tenors are about to detonate their brand new show of pure rock energy at the Ashburton Event Centre!

The Anthems Reloaded Tour is a full-throttle celebration of the greatest
  - **Venue**: Ashburton Event Centre
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- **Event Name**: Rakaia Rugby 150th Jubilee
  - **Description**: Rakaia Rugby is thrilled to announce the 150th Jubilee in 2026! 

We are excited to celebrate our club and its members the weekend of April 17th-19th, 2026! 

Register your interest today by following the link: http://www.rakaiarugby.co.nz/jubilee-2026.
  - **Venue**: 1 Elizabeth ave , Rakaia, New Zealand rd2
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- **Event Name**: Mr Fungus: Arts on Tour: Ashburton
  - **Description**: "New Zealand's Loudest Mime” Mr Fungus is on tour across Aotearoa, with a silly show that will amuse and delight kids of all ages.

 Featuring visual and verbal comedy, juggling and mime, with scrumptious and catchy backing soundtracks, Mr Fungus will bri
  - **Venue**: Ashburton Event Centre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Cafe Sample Day (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 am at 660 East Street, Ashburton, New Zealand).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ashburton this weekend April 3–5, 2026?
  - **A:** Cafe Sample Day (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 am at 660 East Street, Ashburton, New Zealand).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ashburton in April 2026?
  - **A:** Cafe Sample Day (Sat Apr 04 2026 at 12:00 am at 660 East Street, Ashburton, New Zealand).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Ashburton on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Ashburton include 660 East Street, Ashburton, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Ashburton include The Plant Based Pantry.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Ashburton.

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