# Events & Things To Do In Tauranga on 17th May 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Tauranga on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Tauranga on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Tauranga - **Event Name**: YouthFest 2026: The Ultimate Youth Celebration 🎤✨ - **Description**: Welcome to YouthFest 2026 - the ultimate celebration of young people’s talent, energy, and creativity across Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty! Last years panel said: https://youtu.be/aUp2SF31qx4?si=hQ2KcERO8LbKAPAc Attendees said: https://youtu.be/MIU013 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/youthfest-2026-the-ultimate-youth-celebration/200029941486454 - **Venue**: The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9jYmRkMjM0OWMzMmRmMTAwNDc4MzM0NjUyNzFjNWEyZDQ5Nzg0NTYwYjFhNjdkYjgxYzdiODhiNzRiMDE5MzE2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyNy1kY2Q2NGQzMy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjE2NDg3NA.avif - **Categories**: Festivals, Workshops, Music, Art - **Event Name**: Leadership & Resilience Workshop with James Laughlin - **Description**: Embracing Infinite Possibilities A Leadership & Resilience Workshop with James Laughlin International speaker and high-performance strategist James Laughlin will deliver a powerful workshop focused on resilience, mindset, and leadership during challe - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 pm – Mon May 18 2026 at 03:30 am (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/leadership-and-resilience-workshop-with-james-laughlin/200029919838137 - **Venue**: Omanu Golf Club - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy83YmIzNWViMWI1ZTBiMjlmMGViNzFkNWU5NDk1OTAzMTE4ZGE2YTRjM2UyYWFiOTk2YjZhZTJjNzU0YWE4ODcyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kY2Q2ZGJkYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NjQ0MTIyOA.avif - **Categories**: workshops, entertainment, sports, performances, business, music, art, literary-art, storytelling - **Event Name**: YouthFest 2026 - **Description**: A youth-led festival kicking off Youth Week 2026 - a space to be seen, be heard, and be yourself. Expect music, creativity and good vibes!!About this EventWelcome to YouthFest 2026 - the ultimate celebrati - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (+12:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tauranga/youthfest-2026/100001982397664780 - **Venue**: The Strand - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kMWI1MTliODEwZGM2MTNjN2QxYTFjNzcwOGE1NDkzYzg2ODhhNjVlMTc4NjMzNjg0NzcwNzBkMWRjOTI3NTVlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2Q3NGQzMy1nbWlyLnBuZz92PTE3NzQ2MjQ5OTE.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: Festivals ## Trending Events in Tauranga - **Event Name**: D1NZ 2026 Championship: Round 5 Grand Finale, Mercury Baypark Stadium - **Description**: For over 20 years, D1NZ has brought tyre smoke, noise, and unforgettable moments to fans across New Zealand – but there’s nothing quite like the Baypark Grand Final. ​This ANZAC Weekend, we return to our biggest stage with a festival of motorsport, show - **Venue**: Mercury Baypark - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/23295030eb2b183fc3cfd7755ff3386eb5488a2e8f4c891f9eb2b11915dbe34c-rimg-w1200-h628-dcd6bcf2-gmir?v=1776433175 - **Event Name**: The MAUAO Landslide Fundraiser - **Description**: Mount Maunganui Landslide Fundraiser Sunday 26 April | 12PM – 11PM | TOTARA ST Our community has always shown up when it matters most. On Sunday 26 April, we come together at TOTARA ST for a full-day fundraiser to support the families of those tragicall - **Venue**: 11 Totara Street, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand 3116 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/0ed1a8fa508ae7a6582f1e193f51a15b1f83c24ffc1bef92b21fa2f4aea33050-rimg-w1200-h675-dc1c0317-gmir?v=1776441224 - **Event Name**: The Little Big Markets X Vegan Vibes Anzac Weekend ☀️ - **Description**: The Little Big Markets X Vegan Vibes - Anzac Weekend☀️ Flavours of Plenty Festival! Join us for a sun-soaked Sunday at Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui from 9am–2pm. This is going to be a very special event! That means a curated plant-based space, nes - **Venue**: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand 3116 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/03db7d35b5f712aef44e76e4a58e0f8558ba33929f32ceb6351a3423638a5042-rimg-w1200-h800-dc2e2d2e-gmir?v=1775812539 - **Event Name**: The Little Big Markets - Mount Maunganui - Mothers Day! - **Description**: Join us for a sun-soaked Mothers Day at Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui from 9am–2pm, as we kick off another season celebrating our community! Wander through a vibrant lineup of local talent, from artisan makers to designers and creatives. Feast on deli - **Venue**: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/5f51f7d5af6f7375d4f50c0da42a704dc1fc17d927f4aa3ac6e1955d6f4f3bab-rimg-w1200-h800-dcc3d2f2-gmir?v=1776441256 - **Event Name**: Five Go Wild with Food - **Description**: Five Go Wild is back!! A five-course degustation menu created by five of the region’s best culinary talents. Kitchen Takeover unites some of the region’s most celebrated chefs for this one-of-a-kind collaboration. Creating a five-course menu inspired by - **Venue**: St Amand Events Venue - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c4bbd50ae0c817f6b6e84cd923a1c557f27495900f297dfa1fc04cb4a4f3c59c-rimg-w1200-h675-dc141414-gmir?v=1776204798 - **Event Name**: The Little Big Markets - Mount Maunganui - Matariki - **Description**: Join us for a sun-soaked day at Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui from 9am–2pm, as we kick off another season celebrating our community! Wander through a vibrant lineup of local talent, from artisan makers to designers and creatives. Feast on delicious st - **Venue**: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f3420a57bd540abab7df272a92903c4748c989d29329b4e4152438aa6cd8cbb6-rimg-w1200-h800-dcc3d2f2-gmir?v=1776441284 - **Event Name**: The Little Big Markets - Mount Maunganui - **Description**: Join us for a sun-soaked day at Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui from 9am–2pm, as we kick off another season celebrating our community! Wander through a vibrant lineup of local talent, from artisan makers to designers and creatives. Feast on delicious st - **Venue**: Coronation Park, Mount Maunganui - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/3ac92d17ddcecd458e1a26fae6182cdc9eca75aced6eb667e2f42a998f9c7571-rimg-w1200-h800-dcc3d2f2-gmir?v=1775976818 - **Event Name**: 2026 AutoFest - **Description**: Downtime Entertainment presents... 2026 AutoFest. AutoFest is returning to Mercury Baypark Saturday, 26 September 2026! The Mount turned it on last time and 2026 is gonna be even BIGGER! Mark your calendars, book your accommodation, rally the crew, you w - **Venue**: Mercury Baypark - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/e3275df352f81f94503efaf0858abd5439416451ff8fca6d8ce4caa666ad6c85-rimg-w1200-h675-dc171717-gmir?v=1775525708 - **Event Name**: THE BREAKFAST CLUB – THE ULTIMATE 80s PARTY - **Description**: THE BREAKFAST CLUB – THE ULTIMATE 80s PARTY 16.05.26 | TOTARA ST, TAURANGA DOORS 8PM | 18+ ⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎ Nobody puts this party in the corner. Auckland sensations The Breakfast Club hit Totara St for the first time, bringing a full-sc - **Venue**: 11 Totara St, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a81f7ab9dc03c13e801f75c21c7d2e4a70e64c6ab5d4a2b1f67f82c2328a35c7-rimg-w1200-h628-dc140631-gmir?v=1775767780 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Tauranga? - **A:** YouthFest 2026: The Ultimate Youth Celebration 🎤✨ (Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 am at The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand), Leadership & Resilience Workshop with James Laughlin (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 pm at Omanu Golf Club), YouthFest 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Strand). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Tauranga? - **A:** YouthFest 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Strand). - **Q**: How can I find events in Tauranga? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Tauranga on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Tauranga? - **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 events in Tauranga? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Tauranga include The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand, Omanu Golf Club, The Strand. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Tauranga? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Tauranga include Youth Voices Action - YVA, Mount Maunganui Mainstreet, Youth Voices Action (YVA). - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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