# Live Shows in Hastings, HB | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Hastings, Hawke's Bay — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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## About

For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Hastings are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Hastings that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Hastings show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Hastings

- **Event Name**: The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond - Hastings, New Zealand
  - **Description**: *16 NOV 2026, 7PM*

Step back to the era when music was real, soulful and original. The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond celebrates timeless classics in the ultimate live setting, with full band, backing vocals and the warm, resounding vocal
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  - **Date**: Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/the-sweet-caroline-tour-a-tribute-to-neil-diamond-hastings-new-zealand/200030583263709
  - **Venue**: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music
- **Event Name**: Common Poets - October Open Mic
  - **Description**: Common Poet's Society invites you to share the words that have been beating themselves against the inside of your head with your nearest and dearest friends, back in our new home Hastings' Community Arts Centre on Russell Street.

On the last Thursday of
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 29 2026 at 07:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/common-poets-october-open-mic/200030854339315
  - **Venue**: Arts Inc. Hawke's Bay
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic
- **Event Name**: Dynamix - Halloween
  - **Description**: Dynamix (Magnetix Duo) are a covers band based in Hawke’s Bay, comprising of well known local vocalist Kathryn Totty and John Simcox on guitar and vocals. We also have backing tracks available on most of our repertoire, to give a “full sound” as close to
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 12:30 pm – Sat Oct 31 2026 at 03:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/dynamix-halloween/200030785061712
  - **Venue**: Abbey Winery & Brewery
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Groove Foundation
  - **Description**: Groove Foundation.

Expect wonderful versions of some great classics from the songbooks of soul, groove, blues, rock and then some…. 

These four seasoned professionals will complete your afternoon!

Kick back and relax and listen to the chilled sounds of
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  - **Date**: Sat Jan 09 2027 – Sat Feb 13 2027 (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/groove-foundation/200030824693909
  - **Venue**: Abbey Winery & Brewery
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## Trending Events in Hastings

- **Event Name**: Spooky Planet
  - **Description**: Splash Planet is turning spooky again for Halloween!

Event Details:
Friday 30  and Saturday 31 October
4 - 8pm Arrive any time before 7pm.
Last entry 7pm
Best suited for kids up to approx. 14 years of age.

Admission Tickets;
Tickets $10 per person (adul
  - **Venue**: 1001 Grove Road, Hastings, New Zealand 4122
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- **Event Name**: R18 Hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show in Hastings – Adult Fun Guaranteed!
  - **Description**: One night. One stage. One unforgettable experience.About this EventAs seen on Seven Sharp (TVNZ) and going viral on TikTok, you’re in for a treat! Comedy Hypnotist Haiming Jiang is bringing his hit Comedy Hypnosis Show to
  - **Venue**: Clubs Hastings
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- **Event Name**: The Woolshed Experience: Halloween Special
  - **Description**: The Woolshed Experience returns Saturday 31 October for one huge Halloween Special. You know the energy. You know the atmosphere. Now get ready to experience it all over again with a Halloween twist 🎃 

For our spookiest dance yet, we’re welcoming Tokyo P
  - **Venue**: 75 Elwood Rd, Waipatu, Hastings 4172, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: All Stars Sports Night Fundraiser
  - **Description**: We're bringing local businesses, sports fans and legends together for one epic night of entertainment, competition and camaraderie.  

Think American sport event energy, brought home to Hawke's Bay.

Four rounds of live challenges with NZ’s greatest sport
  - **Venue**: 42 Percival Road, Hastings, New Zealand 4120
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- **Event Name**: Taikura Fête 2026
  - **Description**: Join the festivity and fun at the annual Taikura Fête! A much-loved celebration of community and culture, held in the idyllic surrounds of Taikura Rudolf Steiner School.

Discover an abundance of fun for families of all ages:

~ Get creative with our arts
  - **Venue**: 505 Nelson Street North, Hastings, New Zealand 4122
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- **Event Name**: The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond - Hastings, New Zealand
  - **Description**: *16 NOV 2026, 7PM*

Step back to the era when music was real, soulful and original. The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond celebrates timeless classics in the ultimate live setting, with full band, backing vocals and the warm, resounding vocal
  - **Venue**: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre
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- **Event Name**: Rugged Raukawa 2026 -Scenic Hawke's Bay trail run, walk & mountain bike challenge near Hastings.
  - **Description**: Get ready to embrace the wild and rugged side of Raukawa in 2026 - it's going to be an adventure you won't forget!

An exciting day ahead for the inaugural Rugged Raukawa!

With a 8km Trail Run & Mountain Bike & Walk
Or a 21km Trail Run & Moun
  - **Venue**: Raukawa
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- **Event Name**: Hawkes Bay Country Round Up
  - **Description**: 🤠 We’re Back, Hawkes Bay!
Get ready for the dust, the thrills, and the rodeo chills! 🐎🔥
The Hawkes Bay Country Rodeo 2026 is coming to Tomoana Showgrounds, Hastings this Saturday, 28th November!
Bring the whole family for a day packed with cowboy action,
  - **Venue**: Hastings Showgrounds
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- **Event Name**: The PENZ Big Day Out 2026 - Hawke's Bay
  - **Description**: Join us for the return of the PENZ Big Day Out series – our annual opportunity to connect, learn, reflect, and be inspired!About this EventBig Day Out 2026 – Phase 4 PE CurriculumE
  - **Venue**: Flaxmere College
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond - Hastings, New Zealand (Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre), Common Poets - October Open Mic (Thu Oct 29 2026 at 07:00 pm at Arts Inc. Hawke's Bay), Dynamix - Halloween (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 12:30 pm at Abbey Winery & Brewery), Groove Foundation (Sat Jan 09 2027 at Abbey Winery & Brewery).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Hastings this weekend October 30–1, 2026?
  - **A:** Dynamix - Halloween (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 12:30 pm at Abbey Winery & Brewery).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Hastings in October 2026?
  - **A:** Common Poets - October Open Mic (Thu Oct 29 2026 at 07:00 pm at Arts Inc. Hawke's Bay), Dynamix - Halloween (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 12:30 pm at Abbey Winery & Brewery).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Hastings on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Hastings?
  - **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 Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Hastings include Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Arts Inc. Hawke's Bay, Abbey Winery & Brewery.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Hastings include The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond, Common Poets Society, Abbey Winery & Brewery.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances 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 Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Hastings.

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