# 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
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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**: Machine de Cirque
  - **Description**: Bursting in from Québec, Canada, five internationally acclaimed contemporary circus performers are making their Australasian premiere right here in Hawke’s Bay.

This family-friendly show follows five quirky characters who find themselves alone in an unce
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 06:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/machine-de-cirque/200030715242106
  - **Venue**: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre
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  - **Categories**: Entertainment, performances, Music, Art, Festivals, comedy
- **Event Name**: Hawke’s Bay A&P Show Hastings
  - **Description**: Lallybroch Livestock will be exhibiting at the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show!

Come and visit us at the Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds in Hastings on 22nd & 23rd October 2026 for the annual Hawke’s Bay A&P Show.

Bryan and Michelle Ritchie will be there throu
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 22 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri Oct 23 2026 at 04:00 pm (+13:00)
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  - **Venue**: Tōmoana Showgrounds Hawke's Bay
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- **Event Name**: Hawke's Bay Te Matau-a-Māui Poetry Slam 2026
  - **Description**: It’s a war of words with only one winner. A selection of the bravest and best regional spoken word poets bare their souls, competing to win the hearts and minds of randomly selected, completely unqualified judges. Each competitor braves the stage, sharing
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 15 2026 at 07:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hastings/hawkes-bay-te-matau-a-māui-poetry-slam-2026/200030546770145
  - **Venue**: Arts Inc. Heretaunga
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, spoken-word, contests
- **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

## Trending Events in Hastings

- **Event Name**: Livamol Classic Raceday
  - **Description**: IT’S BACK!

The 2026 Colliers Hawke's Bay Spring Racing Carnival is back, bringing the excitement of spring racing to Hawke's Bay with the spectacular finale of the Hawke's Bay Triple Crown – the Group 1 Livamol Classic.

Dress to impress and gather your
  - **Venue**: 300 Prospect Road , Hastings, New Zealand 4122
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- **Event Name**: Howden Insurance Mile Raceday
  - **Description**: Colliers Hawke's Bay Spring Racing Carnival

And it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable occasion
- and it's not just for racing enthusiasts!

Whether you're there for the thrilling racing, the fashion, Ladies' Day, or simply to enjoy a fantastic day out w
  - **Venue**: 300 Prospect Road , Hastings, New Zealand 4122
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- **Event Name**: Mitre 10  MEGA Ride in a Truck 2026
  - **Description**: Mitre 10 Mega Ride in a Truck day gives children an opportunity to take a ride in a big rig, and help raise funds for the Little Elm CharityAbout this EventMitre 10 MEGA Ride in a Truck Day
  - **Venue**: Kenilworth Rd
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- **Event Name**: Sonic Boom - A Family Concert Experience┃HAWKES BAY
  - **Description**: Introducing SONIC BOOM! After SELL OUT shows in the upper North Island - we are hitting the road and heading to Hawkes Bay!

A high-energy live concert experience delivering the ultimate family night out! SONIC BOOM brings the excitement of a real rock co
  - **Venue**: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre
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- **Event Name**: Machine de Cirque
  - **Description**: Bursting in from Québec, Canada, five internationally acclaimed contemporary circus performers are making their Australasian premiere right here in Hawke’s Bay.

This family-friendly show follows five quirky characters who find themselves alone in an unce
  - **Venue**: Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre
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- **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**: Mitre 10 MEGA Ride in a Truck Day
  - **Description**: Mitre 10 Mega Ride in a Truck day gives children an opportunity to take a ride in a big rig, and help raise funds for the Little Elm Charitable Trust.

This is a good, fun family event now in its 31st year. Convoys of trucks depart from Mitre 10 MEGA Napi
  - **Venue**: Hawke's Bay A&P Society
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- **Event Name**: Mend & Mingle
  - **Description**: Learn creative and practical ways to give your favourite clothes a longer life. 

Join Natalie from Love Not Landfill and explore techniques including visible mending, garment repair, and clothing restoration. 

No sewing experience is needed. 

 There a
  - **Venue**: 204 Warren St S, Hastings, New Zealand 4122
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- **Event Name**: Harcourts Hawke's Bay Women's Tri
  - **Description**: Great things happen when women tri!
The Harcourts HB Women's Triathlon is created by and proudly supports the Heretaunga Women's Centre. This event is about celebrating goals, challenges, and the incredible support you find along the way. Whether you've n
  - **Venue**: Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Machine de Cirque (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre), Hawke’s Bay A&P Show Hastings (Thu Oct 22 2026 at 09:00 am at Tōmoana Showgrounds Hawke's Bay), Hawke's Bay Te Matau-a-Māui Poetry Slam 2026 (Thu Oct 15 2026 at 07:00 pm at Arts Inc. Heretaunga), 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).
- **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, Tōmoana Showgrounds Hawke's Bay, Arts Inc. Heretaunga.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Hastings?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Hastings include Hawke's Bay Arts Festival, Lallybroch Livestock, Common Poets Society.
- **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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