# Things To Do In Porirua This Weekend | April 17-19, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Porirua is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Porirua 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 Porirua

- **Event Name**: Just ride! Free Safety Event for Women Motorcyclists
  - **Description**: An increasing number of women taking up motorcycle riding in our region, and now we are bringing our motorcycle safety messages directly to them. According to ACC, the risk of death or serious injury to a motorcyclist in a crash is 21 times higher than a
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 02:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/just-ride-free-safety-event-for-women-motorcyclists/200029780907907
  - **Venue**: Te Rauparaha Arena
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  - **Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, entertainment
- **Event Name**: PADI Advanced Open Water Course
  - **Description**: Exploration, excitement and experiences are what the PADI Advanced Open Water (AOW) course is all about. The AOW course is designed for both new and more experienced Open Water Divers and is best attended as soon after your Open Water Diver course as poss
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:30 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 06:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/padi-advanced-open-water-course/200029155928954
  - **Venue**: 9 Marina View, Mana, Porirua, New Zealand 5026
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- **Event Name**: Let's play! at Matahourua Park
  - **Description**: Fun for the whole whānau over the school holidays. Enjoy some outdoor play, including Giant Jenga, building towers, loose parts play, skipping, and much more!

For more info on play in Porirua, head to our website: https://poriruacity.govt.nz/discover-por
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 01:00 am – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 03:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/lets-play-at-matahourua-park/200029819381416
  - **Venue**: Matahourua Park, 71 Warspite Avenue, Cannons Creek
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- **Event Name**: Cover Story
  - **Description**: Cover Story live this Friday from 7PM at Supply Room.
Good music, cold drinks, and the perfect way to start your weekend �
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 01:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/cover-story/200029937890529
  - **Venue**: 105 Mana Esplanade, Paremata, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Adult “give it a go” pottery workshop
  - **Description**: Fun Adult pottery Workshops for April / May!
Bookings open now:
https://form.jotform.com/252847226239867

✨ Adult “Give It a Go” Pottery Workshops with Julia – April/May

Always wanted to try pottery but didn’t know where to start?
This is your sign. 🙌

C
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 02:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/adult-give-it-a-go-pottery-workshop/200029839705534
  - **Venue**: Pukerua Bay
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- **Event Name**: LIVE MUSIC - RYAN EDWARDS
  - **Description**: Ryan Edwards is a singer, guitarist and performer of the highest quality.  Kiwi born and raised, he took his music overseas where he played on stages and in cafes and bars in England, France, Ireland and The United States.
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/live-music-ryan-edwards/200029523190759
  - **Venue**: Plimmerton Boating Club
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, performances
- **Event Name**: Trail Building - Lower Schwanz
  - **Description**: Meet on Raiha Street, at the 4wd Gate by Farm Road at the start time, or along the trail being worked on during the window.  If you are new to this, just bring yourselves (and snacks, sunscreen & water you might need; gloves can be handy).   

Keep an
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 03:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/trail-building-lower-schwanz/200029878674231
  - **Venue**: Rangituhi Trail Park, Porirua, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: BYO Vinyl at the Engine Garden Terazzo
  - **Description**: Got some rad tunes you wanna play with your plastic platters daddy-o?
Come and play em - open turntables style!

We have the decks and x-fader out, you just gotta sign up your name and bring some friends to play them to!

Every second Sunday
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/byo-vinyl-at-the-engine-garden-terazzo/200029939474305
  - **Venue**: 31 Whitehouse Road, Titahi Bay, New Zealand 5022
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- **Event Name**: April 2026 SKISL
  - **Description**: Hi our SKISL with a focus on rescues, paddle skills etc. and support for beginners.
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/porirua/april-2026-skisl/200029582582610
  - **Venue**: Onehunga Bay
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## Trending Events in Porirua

- **Event Name**: Te Wananga o Raukawa Pulse
  - **Description**: All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more
  - **Venue**: Te Rauparaha Arena
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Wellington Brick Show
  - **Description**: We are pleased to announce that the 2026 Wellington Brick Show will be held at Te Ruaparaha Arena 12-13 September 2026.  More details will be released in the run-up to the show.  

We are planning the show to be bigger and more interactive than in previou
  - **Venue**: Te Rauparaha Arena
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- **Event Name**: Sustainable Fashion Market - PORIRUA
  - **Description**: Check out NZ’s largest sustainable fashion market! My Walk in Wardrobe brings you preloved, upcycled, vintage, handmade and locally made clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories for all genders and sizes. Whether you’re a budget-savvy shopper, a thrifti
  - **Venue**: Kai Tahi
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- **Event Name**: Porirua Careers Expo
  - **Description**: Check out your career options! This expo is for students across Porirua and the Wellington region, school leavers – and anyone looking for inspiration to navigate their career or education pathways or needing help finding a new career.

What is the expo a
  - **Venue**: Te Rauparaha Arena
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- **Event Name**: Get Ya Geek On! Mini-Con '26
  - **Description**: Where: Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua, Wellington
When: Saturday 3rd Oct 2026
            11am* - 5pm
 Cost: $5. Children 12 and under are FREE. 
ALL AGES 

Unleash your inner geek at the Get Ya Geek On Mini-Con! Join us on October 3, 2026, starting at 11:00
  - **Venue**: Te Rauparaha Arena
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- **Event Name**: Kelvin Cruickshank Live -  "With Love From Spirit" Tour - PORIRUA
  - **Description**: KC Productions presents
Kelvin Cruickshank Live!
“The With Love From Spirit” Tour

Coming to Porirua for one time only for 2026!

After pay available! Tickets for sale on iticket. 

Internationally known New Zealand Medium, Kelvin Cruickshank, brings a
  - **Venue**: Te Manawa Auditorium, Aotea College, Porirua
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- **Event Name**: Ladies Night - The Devil Wears Prada 2
  - **Description**: Everybody wants this....

Be the first to see The Devil Wears Prada 2 at our Ladies Night on Wednesday 29th April!

Almost twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel—Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley
  - **Venue**: 2 Titahi Bay Main Road, Porirua, New Zealand 5022
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- **Event Name**: Plimmerton Boating Fishing & Diving Competition 2026
  - **Description**: We're just a few weeks away from the fishing competition which is taking place over ANZAC weekend this year. Cancel any plans you have to go away as this year is going to be big!

We have a $15k prize pool which is growing each week as more sponsors come
  - **Venue**: 66 Moana Road, Plimmerton, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: An Early Mother’s Day Treat – The Tui Express
  - **Description**: 🌷🚂 An Early Mother’s Day Treat – The Tui Express
Sunday 3 May 2026

Our Tui Express this May runs the week before Mother’s Day, making it the perfect opportunity to treat Mum to a special day out a little early.

👉 Book here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds
  - **Venue**: Plimmerton Railway Station
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Porirua?
  - **A:** Just ride! Free Safety Event for Women Motorcyclists (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm at Te Rauparaha Arena), PADI Advanced Open Water Course (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:30 pm at 9 Marina View, Mana, Porirua, New Zealand 5026), Let's play! at Matahourua Park (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 01:00 am at Matahourua Park, 71 Warspite Avenue, Cannons Creek), Cover Story (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:00 am at 105 Mana Esplanade, Paremata, New Zealand), Adult “give it a go” pottery workshop (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm at Pukerua Bay).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Porirua this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Just ride! Free Safety Event for Women Motorcyclists (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm at Te Rauparaha Arena), PADI Advanced Open Water Course (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:30 pm at 9 Marina View, Mana, Porirua, New Zealand 5026), Adult “give it a go” pottery workshop (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm at Pukerua Bay), LIVE MUSIC - RYAN EDWARDS (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:00 am at Plimmerton Boating Club), Trail Building - Lower Schwanz (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 03:00 am at Rangituhi Trail Park, Porirua, New Zealand).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Porirua in April 2026?
  - **A:** Just ride! Free Safety Event for Women Motorcyclists (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm at Te Rauparaha Arena), PADI Advanced Open Water Course (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:30 pm at 9 Marina View, Mana, Porirua, New Zealand 5026), Let's play! at Matahourua Park (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 01:00 am at Matahourua Park, 71 Warspite Avenue, Cannons Creek), Cover Story (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:00 am at 105 Mana Esplanade, Paremata, New Zealand), Adult “give it a go” pottery workshop (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 pm at Pukerua Bay).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Porirua?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Porirua 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 Porirua?
  - **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 Porirua?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Porirua include Te Rauparaha Arena, 9 Marina View, Mana, Porirua, New Zealand 5026, Matahourua Park, 71 Warspite Avenue, Cannons Creek.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Porirua?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Porirua include Porirua City Council, New Zealand Sea Adventures, Supply Room.
- **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 Porirua?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Porirua.

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