# Things To Do In Waimate This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Waimate is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Waimate this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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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 Waimate

- **Event Name**: Make your own Silver Ring (wax carving workshop)
  - **Description**: Kia ora Oamaru

 

We invite you to join us at Harbour Street Collective Cafe for a creative afternoon of guided wax carving!

 

During this 3 hour workshop  you will create a one-of-a-kind ring design to have cast in solid sterling silver or bronze.
You
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
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  - **Venue**: Harbour Street Collective Cafe
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- **Event Name**: Annual Poker Run
  - **Description**: Social Ride or Drive, meet new people or bring along your mates for a great days riding/driving.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 am (+12:00)
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  - **Venue**: The Fort Enfield
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## Trending Events in Waimate

- **Event Name**: OAMARU OPERA HOUSE - Friday 26 June from 7.30pm.
  - **Description**: Join us this year as we celebrate The Eagles Greatest hits.
A two-hour musical journey through the timeless melodies that defined an era. "Take it to the Limit, Lyin Eyes, New kid in Town and Hotel California are just some of the great songs in this unmis
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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- **Event Name**: Papakaio Hall Redevelopment Fundraiser - Casino Royale 🎲
  - **Description**: ✨The Papakaio Night Out 2026
🎲 Casino Royale at the Loan & Merc
Ft. The Brad Staley Trio Band 🎶 
💰 A Major Fundraiser for the Papakaio Community Hall Redevelopment 

We told you it would look different this year, and here it is! Bigger, better and cla
  - **Venue**: The Loan & Merc
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- **Event Name**: PRELOVED CLOTHING POPUP
  - **Description**: Beautiful preloved clothing and footwear ready to find a new life 🤩 quality, on trend, clean....why buy new when you can spend a fraction and get quality.  Hello Again and Joosh preloved are coming together in Oamaru for a one off popup.
Friday 10am till
  - **Venue**: The Brydone Hotel
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- **Event Name**: The Big Bike Film Night 2026 - Twizel
  - **Description**: Let the good times ROLL! The screening sensation known as The Big Bike Film Night is back in '26 for your bike films fix!!!

What's it all about??? The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world togeth
  - **Venue**: Twizel (Twizel Events Centre)
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- **Event Name**: Poipoi - A Gathering Under the Matariki Skies
  - **Description**: PoiPoi is back for a third year at the delightful Gunns Bush Camp, on the East coast of Te Waipounamu.

Join us for a nurturing weekend of kani kani (dancing) and kai, grounding ritual, ceremony, and connection within community. 

Ceremony is the backbone
  - **Venue**: Gunns Bush
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- **Event Name**: OAMARU, NZ - Oamaru Opera House
  - **Description**: We invite you to join us for a night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty, as we present the music of one of the world’s most iconic bands – from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered, to the songs they wrote for oth
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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- **Event Name**: Winter Fest @ Scotts Brewing Co
  - **Description**: Join us for a weekend of great brews, tasty food, and top-notch live music as we celebrate Winter Fest in style. Gather your mates, settle in, and let’s turn up the heat with a weekend full of good times.


Live Music Line-up:

Friday 29 May – Strings Att
  - **Venue**: 1 Wansbeck Street, Oamaru, New Zealand 9400
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- **Event Name**: Kelvin Cruickshank Live -  "With Love From Spirit" Tour - OAMARU
  - **Description**: KC Productions presents
Kelvin Cruickshank Live!
“The With Love From Spirit” Tour

Coming to Oamaru for one time only for 2026!

After pay available! Tickets for sale on iticket. 

Internationally known New Zealand Medium, Kelvin Cruickshank, brings a p
  - **Venue**: The Brydone Hotel
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- **Event Name**: Hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show in Oamaru: Fun for All Ages!
  - **Description**: Experience the Hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show Where You Become the Star of the Show!

As 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 your area. Get
  - **Venue**: Oamaru Opera House
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Waimate?
  - **A:** Make your own Silver Ring (wax carving workshop) (Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 am at Harbour Street Collective Cafe), Annual Poker Run (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 am at The Fort Enfield).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Waimate this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Make your own Silver Ring (wax carving workshop) (Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 am at Harbour Street Collective Cafe), Annual Poker Run (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 am at The Fort Enfield).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Waimate?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Waimate 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 Waimate?
  - **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 Waimate?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Waimate include Harbour Street Collective Cafe, The Fort Enfield.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Waimate?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Waimate include Moonfish Jewellery.
- **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 Waimate?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Waimate.

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