Best events this weekend in Whakatane

Date and Time

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 - 06:30 AM

Location

266 The Strand, Whakatane, New Zealand 3120, New Zealand

✨ NAU MAI, HAERE MAI! ✨ Join us for the evening at Ātea for Whakatāne’s newest night market ! Kick off your weekend with the best local flavours, sights, and sounds right in the heart of town. Whether you're looking for a delicious dinner, unique handmade... Read More

Date and Time

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 - 04:00 AM

Location

Princess Street Reserve Ōpōtiki, 18 Princess St, Opotiki 3122, New Zealand, Whakatane

Lock it in 🔐 Bring the whole family down to Ōpōtiki's biggest summer event and explore everything the festival has to offer 🔥 Ōpōtiki’s biggest summer concert is BACK and we’re kicking things off in a big way. Headlining this year’s festival is none oth... Read More

Date and Time

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 - 02:00 AM

Location

45 The Strand, Whakatane, New Zealand 3120, New Zealand

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! 🔥 TATTOO FLASH DAY at The Comm 🔥 We’re bringing the heat with an all-day Tattoo Flash Day in collaboration with the legends at Tattoo Collective! 🎨 Limited-edition tattoo flash available on the day 🎶 Live music all afternoon... Read More

Date and Time

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 - 12:00 AM

Location

2172 SH 35, Torere, New Zealand, Torere, New Zealand, 2202 SH 35, Torere, Opotiki 3197, New Zealand, Whakatane

MARCH HUI Ā IWI ✨ Ngai Tai e!! Nau mai haere mai! Join us for our upcoming Hui-a-iwi as we come together at Tōrere Marae to kōrero, share kai, and hear updates on kaupapa important to our iwi, including progress within negotiations. Stay informed and b... Read More

Date and Time

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 - 12:00 AM

Location

St Nicholas Church, 197 Pohutukawa Ave, Ōhope Beach, 196 Pohutukawa Ave, Ohope 3121, New Zealand, Whakatane

Equinox Energy Reset Day Date: Saturday 21 March Location: St Nicholas Church, 197 Pohutukawa Ave, Ōhope Time: 10am - 3pm Optional sauna: 3.30 - 4.30pm Join me on this upcoming Autumn equinox for a mini retreat day where we will clear old beliefs, bala... Read More

Date and Time

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 - 05:00 AM

Location

1A Luxton Road, Awakeri, New Zealand 3120, 1A Luxton Rd, Awakeri, Whakatane 3193, New Zealand, Whakatane

Join us for one last food truck festival before the colder months arrive. Sunday 22 March | 3pm–7pm (weather permitting) Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for a relaxed afternoon of live music, great food from a range of trucks, and a ch... Read More

Date and Time

Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 - 07:00 AM

Location

Dance of life Yoga, Bellydance, 165 The Strand, Whakatane 3120, New Zealand, Whakatane

Join us in joyful mantra and celebration! Kirtan is a very simple & powerful way to meditate, bringing together community in the spirit of connection. It’s effortless & joyful; the music does the work for you as you flow with the melody & rh... Read More

Date and Time

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 - 02:00 PM

Location

10 Pohutu Street, Whakatane, New Zealand

🔵🟡 Whakatane 1 Day Tournament 🟡🔵 21 March 2026 Register on mysquash https://www.squash.org.nz/#/dashboard/self_registration/5015576... Read More

Date and Time

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 - 11:00 PM

Location

270 Mimiha Rd, Matata 3194, New Zealand, 270 Mimiha Rd, Matata 3194, New Zealand, Whakatane

We finally have a date for this awesome Adventure Bike Demo Day @ Burts Farm Trail Ride, Mimiha Road. Come join us for a Demo ride on one or all of these fantastic adventure bikes: Suzuki DR-Z4S, Kawasaki KLR650S & KLX300 and a Yamaha Tenere 700! S... Read More

Date and Time

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 - 12:00 AM

Location

270 Mimiha Road, Matata, New Zealand, 270 Mimiha Rd, Matata 3194, New Zealand, Whakatane

This is a guided Horse Trek. Open every second Sunday once a month. Easy beautiful trekking terrain over our farm or in our forest. 3 hrs riding approximately plus a Lunch Stop. Adult $50 , Youth $25 ( Under 16 years old must be accompanied by an Adult )... Read More