# Live Music in Rotorua | Gigs, Bands & Nights Out

- **Subtitle**: Find live music in Rotorua tonight, tomorrow and this weekend. Discover gigs, bands and open-mic nights at bars and venues near you.
- **Category**: Live Music
- **Type**: other

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For the ones whose heart beats for music, live music events are something that you will absolutely enjoy. Groove on the most upbeat songs and enjoy the best of live music in Rotorua. You will find music of all kinds and genres, discover the ones that fit your interests and enjoy the spellbinding surroundings near you. You will be in a constant dilemma what to choose and what to drop, because there is music beating all around the city. From jazz nights at the jazz clubs to soulful musical events at the best live music venues in Rotorua.
Discover all the mesmerizing and all the heavy & loud music events near you.

## Live Music Events in Rotorua

- **Event Name**: Home Brew | Presents Last Week | Rotorua
  - **Description**: Home Brew are back on the road this October and November with the Last Week Tour. Following their sold-out Auckland Town Hall show, the iconic hip-hop group will perform the legendary EP live in full, alongside fan favourites from across their career.

We
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rotorua/home-brew-presents-last-week-rotorua/200030607213304
  - **Venue**: Sir Howard Morrison Centre Rotorua
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- **Event Name**: Born Jovi - LIVE @ The Pig & Whistle, Rotorua
  - **Description**: 🔥Get ready ROTORUA… this is your night! 🔥


Born Jovi — Australia's longest running tribute to Bon Jovi (in its 25th year no less!)— are bringing the full live show to The Pig & Whistle this September

🎤 All the hits
⚡ Big energy
🔥 A full night of Bon
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 at 09:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rotorua/born-jovi-live-the-pig-and-whistle-rotorua/200029873277119
  - **Venue**: Pig & Whistle Historic Pub
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- **Event Name**: 8TH WONDER Rotorua | Sat 23 Jan
  - **Description**: Saturday 23 January 2027 - Village Green, Rotorua

8TH WONDER - a one-day festival of sound and culture - is set to take over Rotorua for the first time this January.

Tickets on sale now!
Afterpay available for all tickets
Limited VIP tickets available
U
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  - **Date**: Sat Jan 23 2027 at 12:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rotorua/8th-wonder-rotorua-sat-23-jan/200030374240340
  - **Venue**: Village Green Rotorua
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  - **Categories**: festivals, art, music, entertainment, dance, reggae
- **Event Name**: RocknRollin' Rotorua Rally 2026
  - **Description**: Our Rotorua branch is excited to be bringing another rally to the club.            Spring Dates this time round!

Another weekend off the grid to catch up with members.  Friday night catchups, Saturday day ride and then an evening with an awesome band pla
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  - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rotorua/rocknrollin-rotorua-rally-2026/200029360072405
  - **Venue**: Lake Okataina Rd, Lake Okataina, Rotorua 3074, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, dog
- **Event Name**: Beatlemania On Tour
  - **Description**: InformationAll 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 ti
  - **Date**: Tue Nov 03 2026 at 07:30 pm – Tue Nov 03 2026 at 09:30 pm (13:00)
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  - **Venue**: Sir Howard Morrison Centre
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  - **Categories**: Music

## Trending Events in Rotorua

- **Event Name**: Harcourts Dancing for Hospice 2026
  - **Description**: �� Harcourts Dancing for Hospice is BACK! ��

We’re thrilled to announce that Harcourts Dancing for Hospice returns on Saturday, 19 September 2026!

This much‑loved event is all about everyday people stepping out of their comfort zones, learning something
  - **Venue**: Energy Events Centre
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- **Event Name**: 2026 TRIPLE CROWN MTB | Strictly Business
  - **Description**: BRIEF: TRIPLE CROWN Q3 PERFORMANCE REVIEW

To: All Corporate Shredders & Middle Management Athletes
From: The Rotorua Mountainbike Club Board of Directors

Subject: Mandatory Synergy & High-Velocity Downhill Mergers
Dust off your finest high-vis
  - **Venue**: Te Putake O Tawa
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- **Event Name**: Rotorua Football Festival for grades 8 to 13/14th
  - **Description**: Check with your coach if your team is registered:

ROTORUA JUNIOR FESTIVAL 2026

Puarenga Park, Rotorua | Sunday 13th September, 2026

This festival is all go for Sunday the 13th of September for those teams grades 8th-13th who were registered.

We will a
  - **Venue**: Puarenga Park
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- **Event Name**: Giant Legends Enduro Series Rotorua NZ
  - **Description**: Giant Legends Enduro Series Rotorua

Season 2:
RACE 1: 11 OCTOBER 2026
RACE 2: 6 DECEMBER 2026
RACE 3: 14 FEBRUARY 2027

The Giant Legends Enduro Series races are events for everyone young to old, who love riding their Mountain bikes, cruising up the hill
  - **Venue**: 33 Waipa State Mill Rd, 3040
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- **Event Name**: Home Brew | Presents Last Week | Rotorua
  - **Description**: Home Brew are back on the road this October and November with the Last Week Tour. Following their sold-out Auckland Town Hall show, the iconic hip-hop group will perform the legendary EP live in full, alongside fan favourites from across their career.

We
  - **Venue**: Sir Howard Morrison Centre Rotorua
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- **Event Name**: CHE FU & THE KRATEZ 25 YEARS OF THE NAVIGATOR
  - **Description**: This October, Che Fu brings his landmark album Navigator back to life in full, marking 25 years since its release with a special nationwide theatre tour.

Backed by his longstanding band The Kratez, Che Fu performs Navigator start to finish alongside a ca
  - **Venue**: Sir Howard Morrison Centre, Rotorua, NZ
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- **Event Name**: Whaka 100 2026
  - **Description**: The Whaka 100 is New Zealand’s ultimate mountain biking weekend.

From the Whaka Kids 5km all the way to the Giant Miler (173 km), there’s a challenge for every rider and a vibe for every supporter. Whether you’re chasing the podium or the buzz at Waipa,
  - **Venue**: Waipa MTB Car Park, Rotorua
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- **Event Name**: Born Jovi - LIVE @ The Pig & Whistle, Rotorua
  - **Description**: 🔥Get ready ROTORUA… this is your night! 🔥


Born Jovi — Australia's longest running tribute to Bon Jovi (in its 25th year no less!)— are bringing the full live show to The Pig & Whistle this September

🎤 All the hits
⚡ Big energy
🔥 A full night of Bon
  - **Venue**: Pig & Whistle Historic Pub
- **Event Name**: Green Drinks Election Event - SAVE THE DATE
  - **Description**: Save the date for the ever popular Green Drinks Election Event. We have the following Rotorua Electorate candidates locked in! 

Todd McClay - National Party
Fisher Wang - Labour Party
Billy Brown - NZ First
Finn Liley - Opportunity

More details to come.
  - **Venue**: Pullman Rotorua (Rotorua, New Zealand)
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## Browse Live Music Events by Date

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Live Music events in Rotorua?
  - **A:** Home Brew | Presents Last Week | Rotorua (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Sir Howard Morrison Centre Rotorua), Born Jovi - LIVE @ The Pig & Whistle, Rotorua (Thu Sep 24 2026 at 09:30 pm at Pig & Whistle Historic Pub), 8TH WONDER Rotorua | Sat 23 Jan (Sat Jan 23 2027 at 12:00 pm at Village Green Rotorua), RocknRollin' Rotorua Rally 2026 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 03:00 pm at Lake Okataina Rd, Lake Okataina, Rotorua 3074, New Zealand), Beatlemania On Tour (Tue Nov 03 2026 at 07:30 pm at Sir Howard Morrison Centre).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Rotorua in September 2026?
  - **A:** Born Jovi - LIVE @ The Pig & Whistle, Rotorua (Thu Sep 24 2026 at 09:30 pm at Pig & Whistle Historic Pub), RocknRollin' Rotorua Rally 2026 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 03:00 pm at Lake Okataina Rd, Lake Okataina, Rotorua 3074, New Zealand).
- **Q**: How can I find Live Music events in Rotorua?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Live Music events in Rotorua on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Live Music events in Rotorua?
  - **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 Live Music events in Rotorua?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Live Music events in Rotorua include Sir Howard Morrison Centre Rotorua, Pig & Whistle Historic Pub, Village Green Rotorua.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Live Music events in Rotorua?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Live Music events in Rotorua include Live Nation New Zealand, BORN JOVI- “A tribute to Bon Jovi, only Bon Jovi does it better.”, 8th Wonder.
- **Q**: What types of Live Music events can I find in Rotorua?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of live music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Live Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Live Music 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 Live Music events in Rotorua?
  - **A:** Follow the Live Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Live Music events are listed in Rotorua.

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