# Things To Do In Wanganui This Weekend | May 15-17, 2026 | AllEvents

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

- **Event Name**: Whanganui Toy Fair
  - **Description**: In it's 5th year the Whanganui Toy Fair has 160 tables of collectable toys for sale.Check us out on YouTube, follow us on face book and instagram. Bring the whole family along for an enjoyable day out. See you there!
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/whanganui-toy-fair/80001281907070
  - **Venue**: Springvale Stadium London Street, Springvale, Whanganui, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: KVLT - techno:logic
  - **Description**: KVLT - a club night devoted to the techno spectrum and sounds with a techno edge. Techno:logic music that's Here Today, From Tomorrow and engineered for dancefloor pressure…

Navigators: reece_nz & Afterløw

KVLT - Come Join Us

8pm till close 
Starsh
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/kvlt-techno-logic/200030030955138
  - **Venue**: Porridge Watson
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- **Event Name**: Whanganui Riverbank parkrun
  - **Description**: A free, friendly 5km community run held every Saturday at 8am along the Whanganui Riverbank. Walk, jog or run the scenic out-and-back course, then connect with locals—welcoming for all ages and fitness levels.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/whanganui-riverbank-parkrun/80002264619773
  - **Venue**: 280 Taupo Quay
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: sports, workshops, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: MeanOwls @ Lads 16 May
  - **Description**: Saturday arvo MeanOwls twiddle away while you sample the finest the Lads Brewing Co has on offer. Special guest Dj from 2pm, MeanOwls 4ish… free entry
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/meanowls-lads-16-may/200029985951743
  - **Venue**: 1 Taylor St, Whanganui
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- **Event Name**: Seed to Canopy: Workshop Series
  - **Description**: Turn your land into thriving native forest with hands-on skills from seed to canopy

Join facilitator Cameron Ryan at Pīwaiwaka Farm in Papaiti, Whanganui across four weekends, to learn how to grow, plant, and care for native trees while boosting biodiver
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/seed-to-canopy-workshop-series/200029947700206
  - **Venue**: 673 Papaiti Road, Whanganui, New Zealand 4584
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  - **Categories**: workshops, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: Author Talk – 100 Big Things
  - **Description**: Part tiny travel companion, part photobook, this is the first publication of its kind to showcase the “Big Things” – those iconic, oversized roadside structures found throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. ​Join author Maja Zonjić as she introduces her tiny boo
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/author-talk-100-big-things/200029985951435
  - **Venue**: Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, 4 Pukenamu Drive, Whanganui, New Zealand 4500
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  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Wanganui

- **Event Name**: Whanganui Comedy Gala!
  - **Description**: The Whanganui Comedy Gala returns! Louder, bolder, and funnier than ever.
One massive night of non-stop laughs, bringing together some of Aotearoa’s sharpest comedic minds for a full-scale comedy takeover.

Hosted by NZ comedy favourite Paul Ego, this po
  - **Venue**: Royal Whanganui Opera House
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- **Event Name**: 100th Quadrangular Tournament - Whanganui
  - **Description**: 100th Quadrangular Tournament – 18–20 June 2026 

Everything you need to know for the tournament 

The 100th Quadrangular Tournament, hosted by Whanganui Collegiate School, marks a major milestone in one of New Zealand's great school sporting traditions.
  - **Venue**: Whanganui Collegiate School
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- **Event Name**: Drewtopia
  - **Description**: DREWTOPIA IS HERE.


Drewtopia is taking over Drews Ave for one massive afternoon / evening of live music, good energy, and proper local connection. Three venues. One street. A stacked lineup of homegrown talent all celebrating NZ Music Month the way it s
  - **Venue**: Drews ave, Whanganui, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Graeme James - Live at the Whanganui Musicians Club
  - **Description**: Experience the foot-stomping energy of multi-instrumentalist Graeme James as he brings his one-man-band show to the iconic Whanganui Musicians Club!

Armed with electric violin, guitar, banjo, bass, piano, baritone ukulele, mandolin, harmonica, and percus
  - **Venue**: Whanganui Musicians Club
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- **Event Name**: Midwinter Christmas Fundraiser
  - **Description**: Thanks to the support of Lads Brewing Co, Whatever Whanganui is excited to bring you a night of festive fun in the heart of winter!

18+ MIDWINTER CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISER 

🗓️Saturday 1st August 2026

📍Lads Brewing Co

 🎶Live Music: Hot Potato (5pm–7pm)
🎁 Sp
  - **Venue**: 1 Taylor Street, Durie Hill, Whanganui
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- **Event Name**: In Other Words
  - **Description**: Starring the acclaimed real-life couple Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst, this is a rare opportunity to see two of New Zealand’s finest actors share the stage in an award-winning two-hander.

In Other Words tells the story of Arthur and Jane, whose
  - **Venue**: 69 St Hill Street, Whanganui, New Zealand 4500
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- **Event Name**: Whanganui Toy Fair
  - **Description**: In it's 5th year the Whanganui Toy Fair has 160 tables of collectable toys for sale.Check us out on YouTube, follow us on face book and instagram. Bring the whole family along for an enjoyable day out. See you there!
  - **Venue**: Springvale Stadium London Street, Springvale, Whanganui, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Paul Ubana Jones plays Porridge Watson in Whanganui
  - **Description**: An intimate soulful performer, an acoustic guitar sensation, winner of three New Zealand Music Awards. 
Paul has shared the stage and toured with the best: BB King, Bob Dylan, Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Crowded House, Tuck and Patti… He has delighted festival au
  - **Venue**: Porridge Watson
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- **Event Name**: Bee You Studios production of Peter Pan
  - **Description**: Fly away to Neverland! When Peter Pan leads the Darling children on an adventure, they are transported to a magical island of wonders. From flying with Fairies, swimming with Mermaids, chanting with Indians & dodging Pirates, this timeless story of
  - **Venue**: Royal Whanganui Opera House
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Wanganui?
  - **A:** Whanganui Toy Fair (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am at Springvale Stadium London Street, Springvale, Whanganui, New Zealand), KVLT - techno:logic (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Porridge Watson), Whanganui Riverbank parkrun (Sat May 16 2026 at 280 Taupo Quay), MeanOwls @ Lads 16 May (Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 am at 1 Taylor St, Whanganui), Seed to Canopy: Workshop Series (Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 am at 673 Papaiti Road, Whanganui, New Zealand 4584).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Wanganui?
  - **A:** Whanganui Riverbank parkrun (Sat May 16 2026 at 280 Taupo Quay).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Wanganui this weekend May 15–17, 2026?
  - **A:** Whanganui Toy Fair (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am at Springvale Stadium London Street, Springvale, Whanganui, New Zealand), KVLT - techno:logic (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Porridge Watson), Whanganui Riverbank parkrun (Sat May 16 2026 at 280 Taupo Quay), MeanOwls @ Lads 16 May (Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 am at 1 Taylor St, Whanganui), Seed to Canopy: Workshop Series (Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 am at 673 Papaiti Road, Whanganui, New Zealand 4584).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Wanganui in May 2026?
  - **A:** Whanganui Toy Fair (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:30 am at Springvale Stadium London Street, Springvale, Whanganui, New Zealand), KVLT - techno:logic (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Porridge Watson), Whanganui Riverbank parkrun (Sat May 16 2026 at 280 Taupo Quay), MeanOwls @ Lads 16 May (Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 am at 1 Taylor St, Whanganui), Seed to Canopy: Workshop Series (Sun May 17 2026 at 12:00 am at 673 Papaiti Road, Whanganui, New Zealand 4584).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Wanganui?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Wanganui 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 Wanganui?
  - **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 Wanganui?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Wanganui include Springvale Stadium London Street, Springvale, Whanganui, New Zealand, Porridge Watson, 280 Taupo Quay.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Wanganui?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Wanganui include Whanganui Toy Fair, NIGHT TRAIN, Whanganui Riverbank parkrun.
- **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 Wanganui?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Wanganui.

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