# Festivals in Gisborne | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Gisborne. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
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## Festivals Events in Gisborne

- **Event Name**: Rhythm & Vines 2026
  - **Description**: Rhythm & Vines 2026 is officially on the horizon 🧨

Rhythm & Vines is Aotearoa’s iconic three‑day music and camping festival, held in Gisborne from December 29–31 - globally known as the first festival in the world to welcome the first sunrise of
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  - **Date**: Tue Dec 29 2026 at 04:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gisborne/rhythm-and-vines-2026/200029723619007
  - **Venue**: 75 Waimata Valley Road, Gisborne, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Teddy Bear Picnic
  - **Description**: The Teddy Bear Picnic is a perfect day to visit Eastwoodhill. For just a gold coin entry, enjoy food and baking stalls, games and activities, bouncy castles, sweet and savoury treats at the cafe, as well as playground and trail-walking fun. 

Thanks to th
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 05:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gisborne/teddy-bear-picnic/200029908535521
  - **Venue**: 2392 Wharekopae Road, RD 2, Ngatapa, 4072
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- **Event Name**: OUR Waitangi Day
  - **Description**: E te iwi, morena.

Our tipuna Rawiri Te Eke Tu o te Rangi signed Te Tiriti o Waitangi on the 5 May 1840, along with other tipuna of Turanga between 5-12 May 1840.

Oneone ki te whenua hikoi commemorated this on the 5 May 2025, (our noho whenua lasted 174
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 12:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gisborne/our-waitangi-day/200029645014404
  - **Venue**: Te Poho O Rawiri
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- **Event Name**: Ormond School Christmas Fete
  - **Description**: Save the Date Ormond School is having a Christmas fete on November 14th
More details coming soon...
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 12:00 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 06:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gisborne/ormond-school-christmas-fete/200029908535925
  - **Venue**: 45 Whitmore Rd, Ormond, Gisborne 4071, New Zealand
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## Trending Events in Gisborne

- **Event Name**: Rhythm & Vines 2026
  - **Description**: Rhythm & Vines 2026 is officially on the horizon 🧨

Rhythm & Vines is Aotearoa’s iconic three‑day music and camping festival, held in Gisborne from December 29–31 - globally known as the first festival in the world to welcome the first sunrise of
  - **Venue**: 75 Waimata Valley Road, Gisborne, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Jason Kerrison Live at Smash Palace
  - **Description**: Gisborne — don’t miss this one!

Acclaimed singer / songwriter and the unmistakable voice of Opshop, Jason Kerrison, is bringing his powerful live show to Smash Palace for a special one-off performance.

Jason’s voice and songwriting have soundtracked a g
  - **Venue**: Smash Palace Bar Gisborne
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- **Event Name**: Gisborne Art Mart
  - **Description**: Largest outdoor arts & crafts market in Gisborne. The Art Mart has been going for over 20 yrs. Local artisans will be selling their handmade creations.
  - **Venue**: Marina Park, Vogel St Gisborne
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- **Event Name**: MAGIC MEN TAKEOVER GISBORNE, NZ
  - **Description**: MAGIC MEN TAKEOVER GISBORNE, NZ!!!About this EventThe #1 Ladies Night Out, Breaking Records Worldwide MagicMen Australia is taking over the world, breaki
  - **Venue**: Dome Cinema
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- **Event Name**: Tiki Taane (one man band) @ Smash Palace GISBORNE
  - **Description**: Tikidub Productions Presents - Tiki Taane (one man band) live at Smash Palace in Gisborne on Saturday the 16th of May. Tiki is AMPED to be bringing his high energy, crowd moving, frequency tweaking, live looping experience to Smash Palace for the first ti
  - **Venue**: Smash Palace Bar Gisborne
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- **Event Name**: Ireland The Voyage
  - **Description**: From the producers of Celtic Illusion comes a powerful new theatrical experience in Ireland: The Voyage, an epic celebration of Ireland’s history, heart, and heritage brought to life through authentic voices, live music, and world-class Irish dance.

Lead
  - **Venue**: 159 Bright Street, Gisborne, New Zealand 4010
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- **Event Name**: Steppin'-UP Te Tairāwhiti: HYAN w/ Special Guest LYALL
  - **Description**: STEPPIN’-UP TE TAIRĀWHITI: HYAN
(ANZAC DAY SPECIAL)

HYAN (90min set)
+
SPECIAL GUEST: LYALL (90min set)

WITH SUPPORT FROM TAIRAWHITI LOCALS:
XONE, CRIMEWAVE & ily2<3 
____________________________________________________

With Hyan’s roots honing
  - **Venue**: Smash Palace Bar Gisborne
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- **Event Name**: Teddy Bear Picnic
  - **Description**: The Teddy Bear Picnic is a perfect day to visit Eastwoodhill. For just a gold coin entry, enjoy food and baking stalls, games and activities, bouncy castles, sweet and savoury treats at the cafe, as well as playground and trail-walking fun. 

Thanks to th
  - **Venue**: 2392 Wharekopae Road, RD 2, Ngatapa, 4072
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- **Event Name**: Gizzy Laser Half Marathon/10km/5km
  - **Description**: Join us for the 5th year of our Gizzy Laser Half Marathon event, sponsored by local business Laser Electrical and Plumbing!

Pricing and registration link to come.

Choose from 3 distances (5k, 10k or 21k). We start and finish at Matawhero Winery and run
  - **Venue**: Matawhero Wines
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Gisborne?
  - **A:** Rhythm & Vines 2026 (Tue Dec 29 2026 at 04:00 am at 75 Waimata Valley Road, Gisborne, New Zealand), Teddy Bear Picnic (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 12:00 am at 2392 Wharekopae Road, RD 2, Ngatapa, 4072), OUR Waitangi Day (Sat May 09 2026 at 12:00 am at Te Poho O Rawiri), Ormond School Christmas Fete (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 12:00 am at 45 Whitmore Rd, Ormond, Gisborne 4071, New Zealand).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Gisborne this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Teddy Bear Picnic (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 12:00 am at 2392 Wharekopae Road, RD 2, Ngatapa, 4072).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Gisborne in April 2026?
  - **A:** Teddy Bear Picnic (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 12:00 am at 2392 Wharekopae Road, RD 2, Ngatapa, 4072).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Gisborne?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Gisborne on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Gisborne?
  - **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 Festivals events in Gisborne?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Gisborne include 75 Waimata Valley Road, Gisborne, New Zealand, 2392 Wharekopae Road, RD 2, Ngatapa, 4072, Te Poho O Rawiri.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Gisborne?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Gisborne include Rhythm and Vines, Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Oneone ki te whenua.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Gisborne?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Gisborne.

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