# Best Events & Things To Do Near Whangarei Today | Events Around Whangarei Today | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best things to do in Whangarei today! From outdoor adventures and cultural experiences, to delicious food and nightlife, there's something for everyone in Whangarei. Plan your visit now and make the most of your day in this vibrant and exciting city.
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## today Events in Whangarei

- **Event Name**: Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony
  - **Description**: Join us as we come together to honour the rising of Puanga and welcome the beginning of the Puanga Matariki Festival for the Whangārei District. 

This is a time for remembrance, reflection, and renewal, as we gather in community to mark the Māori New Yea
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 10:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/puanga-matariki-festival-2026-opening-ceremony/200030155419745
  - **Venue**: Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,
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- **Event Name**: Tito/Taylor Cups
  - **Description**: Tangiteroria vs Tangowahine annual Netball & Rugby clash 2026 
Date has been Set.
SUNDAY 14th June, 2026
At Tangiteroria.
More info to come.
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/tito-taylor-cups/200030073870736
  - **Venue**: 23 Pukehuia Road
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  - **Categories**: sports
- **Event Name**: INSPIRE EXHIBITION - Term 2 ‘26 (Youth & Adults)
  - **Description**: You are all warmly invited to come and view the amazing artwork that has been created in Term 2 at inspire! 
I personally really encourage everyone to take the time to come and check it out, as It really showcases the fabulous achievements of each and eve
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:30 am – Mon Jun 15 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/inspire-exhibition-term-2-‘26-youth-and-adults/200030204184343
  - **Venue**: Jessie Rose
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  - **Categories**: exhibitions, art
- **Event Name**: Project Murder: The Elimination Challenge(Lunch & Matinee Show)
  - **Description**: A murder-mystery comedy wrapped up with the drama of a certain popular runway tv show! 
When the police are tipped off that a murder is about to take place on the live TV show 'Project Design', Detective Carol-Ann Perkins wants to catch the culprit and be
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/project-murder-the-elimination-challengelunch-and-matinee-show/200030079967024
  - **Venue**: 13 Aubrey Street, Whangarei, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: art, contests, performances, theatre, comedy, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Sunday Tunes
  - **Description**: Traditional folk tunes from Ireland and beyond at the Judge Ale House with Bryan Owens & friends. EVERY OTHER SUNDAY from 3:30-5:30pm. It's lively, FREE and family friendly. See you there!
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/sunday-tunes/200030079960655
  - **Venue**: Jovial Judge Tavern
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- **Event Name**: Community Hui & potluck lunch
  - **Description**: Join us at our bimonthly pot luck hui, share some kai, take the chance to let us know your thoughts on what you would like to see happen at HQ, socialise with other members of the comic and have some laughs too.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 am – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/community-hui-and-potluck-lunch/200030199969354
  - **Venue**: 65 John Street, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110
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## Trending Events in Whangarei

- **Event Name**: Magic Men - Feel the Magic New Zealand Tour
  - **Description**: 🔥 The #1 Ladies Night Out — MagicMen Australia 🔥

🕖 Doors 6:30pm | Show 7:30pm–9:30pm

Get ready, Whangārei — MagicMen Australia is bringing its record-breaking шоу to town!

After selling out shows across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and beyond, this
  - **Venue**: 7 Rust Ave, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110
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- **Event Name**: Whangarei A&P Show 2026
  - **Description**: 145th Show- One Epic Show Day!

The 145th Whangarei A&P Show at Barge Showgrounds on Saturday 5th December! ONE EPIC SHOW DAY when the country comes to town!  Come and join us!!

$10 entry -  FREE for 5 and under

Keep up-to-date on Facebook for compe
  - **Venue**: Barge Showgrounds Events Centre
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- **Event Name**: Light Up Hikurangi - Matariki Celebration
  - **Description**: Gather together and celebrate Matariki in the the little town of Hikurangi!!

We will be lighting up our Village and hosting an epic Matariki event!
With lots of kaihaukai (feasting), indoor & outdoor markets, live
performances, art displays, free rid
  - **Venue**: Hikurangi & District War Memorial Hall
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- **Event Name**: Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony
  - **Description**: Join us as we come together to honour the rising of Puanga and welcome the beginning of the Puanga Matariki Festival for the Whangārei District. 

This is a time for remembrance, reflection, and renewal, as we gather in community to mark the Māori New Yea
  - **Venue**: Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,
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- **Event Name**: MAGIC MEN TAKEOVER WHANGAREI, NZ
  - **Description**: The #1 Ladies Night Out, Breaking Records Worldwide MagicMen Australia is taking over the world, breaking attendance records across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, U.S.A, South America and Canada, including over 6,500 screaming ladies at a single Ladies N
  - **Venue**: Forum North
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- **Event Name**: Quarry Arts Festival of Light
  - **Description**: Join us for an immersive experience for the whole whānau! The Quarry Arts Festival of Light is a colourful world of shadow, fire, and lights.  

Across 4 nights you're invited to explore our world of wonder and entertainment.  


The Quarry Arts Festival
  - **Venue**: 21 Selwyn Avenue, Avenues, Northland, New Zealand 0110
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- **Event Name**: Jarred Fell - Family Comedy Magic Show
  - **Description**: Get ready for big laughs, jaw-dropping magic, and fun for all ages as New Zealand’s top and most awarded comedian magician brings his hit Family Comedy Magic Show to Forum North.

📅 Sunday 21 June, 2pm
🎟️ Pay what you can $10-$40 from Eventfinda
📍 Capitai
  - **Venue**: 7 Rust Ave, Whangarei, New Zealand 0110
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- **Event Name**: Northland Home & Lifestyle Show 2026
  - **Description**: Date: Fri 25 – Sun 27 Sept, 2026
Venue: McKay Stadium, Whangārei
Opening hours: Fri & Sat 10am - 5pm and Sun 10am - 4pm
Tickets: On sale early 2026

About to tackle a renovation, DIY project, or simply looking for some home décor inspiration? The Nort
  - **Venue**: McKay Stadium, Whangarei
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- **Event Name**: Waipu Caves Farm Park Run & Walk Series
  - **Description**: Register online now for the inaugural Run & Walk Event at Waipu Caves Farm Park. 

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through the stunning landscapes that Waipu Caves Farm Park has to offer. 
Join us for our very first event in our new Run &
  - **Venue**: 567 Waipu Caves Road, Waipu, New Zealand 0582
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top today events in Whangarei?
  - **A:** Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:30 pm at Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,), Tito/Taylor Cups (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 am at 23 Pukehuia Road), INSPIRE EXHIBITION - Term 2 ‘26 (Youth & Adults) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:30 am at Jessie Rose), Project Murder: The Elimination Challenge(Lunch & Matinee Show) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 am at 13 Aubrey Street, Whangarei, New Zealand), Sunday Tunes (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Jovial Judge Tavern).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Whangarei today June 14, 2026?
  - **A:** Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:30 pm at Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,), Tito/Taylor Cups (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 am at 23 Pukehuia Road), INSPIRE EXHIBITION - Term 2 ‘26 (Youth & Adults) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:30 am at Jessie Rose), Project Murder: The Elimination Challenge(Lunch & Matinee Show) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 am at 13 Aubrey Street, Whangarei, New Zealand), Sunday Tunes (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Jovial Judge Tavern).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Whangarei this weekend June 12–14, 2026?
  - **A:** Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:30 pm at Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,), Tito/Taylor Cups (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 am at 23 Pukehuia Road), INSPIRE EXHIBITION - Term 2 ‘26 (Youth & Adults) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:30 am at Jessie Rose), Project Murder: The Elimination Challenge(Lunch & Matinee Show) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 am at 13 Aubrey Street, Whangarei, New Zealand), Sunday Tunes (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Jovial Judge Tavern).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Whangarei in June 2026?
  - **A:** Puanga Matariki Festival 2026 Opening Ceremony (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 08:30 pm at Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,), Tito/Taylor Cups (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 am at 23 Pukehuia Road), INSPIRE EXHIBITION - Term 2 ‘26 (Youth & Adults) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 05:30 am at Jessie Rose), Project Murder: The Elimination Challenge(Lunch & Matinee Show) (Sun Jun 14 2026 at 03:00 am at 13 Aubrey Street, Whangarei, New Zealand), Sunday Tunes (Sun Jun 14 2026 at Jovial Judge Tavern).
- **Q**: How can I find today events in Whangarei?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming today events in Whangarei on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for today events in Whangarei?
  - **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 today events in Whangarei?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting today events in Whangarei include Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, 0110,, 23 Pukehuia Road, Jessie Rose.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for today events in Whangarei?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting today events in Whangarei include Puanga Matariki Festival Whangarei, Tangiteroria Community Complex, Inspire. art classes with jessie rose.
- **Q**: Are there any online today events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many today 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 today events in Whangarei?
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