REGULAR EVENTSROTORUA NIGHT MARKETEvery Thursday evening, 5pm - 9pmTutanekai Street, between Hinemoa & Haupapa StreetsExperience the family-friendly atmosphere full of vibrant entertainment, ethnic eateries and boutique-style shopping.

Free @RotoruaNightMarket

ROTORUA FARMERS MARKETEvery Sunday morning, 9am - 1pm | Te Manawa, Tutanekai St

With a wide range of fresh, local produce, speciality foods and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone!

Free @RotoruaFarmersMarket

ROTARY MARKETEvery Saturday morning, 6am - 1.30pm | Kuirau ParkA fantastic array of fresh produce, food and homemade crafts.

Free @KuirauMarket

SOUNDSHELL MARKETEvery Sunday, 9am - 2pm | Rotorua Village GreenA fun market filled with crafts, clothing, plants, books and much more.

Free 07 332 5782

KAPU TĪ KŌREROKŌRERO OVER THE TEA CUPSEvery Monday, 12pm - 1pm | Rotorua Library, Te Aka MauriCome and join us in our friendly weekly meet-up to practice te reo Māori.

Free rotorualibrary.govt.nz

STEPPING UP & SPARK JUMP CLASSESEvery Tuesday & Thursday, 11am - 12pmRotorua Library, Te Aka MauriBasic computer classes and Spark Jump sessions.

Free, bookings required rotorualibrary.govt.nz

GOVERNMENT GARDENS GUIDED TOURSEvery weekday 11am, 1pm & 2pm, Weekends 11am & 2pmOutside Rotorua Museum, Government GardensHear about the Bath House building and the history of this unique area.

Free rotoruamuseum.co.nz

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALEEvery 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am - 1pmKuirau Park, adjacent to the playgroundGrab ex-library & donated books at bargain prices.

Free rotorualibrary.govt.nz

WAIATA MAI ROTORUA SING TOGETHER Every 1st Thursday of the month, 12.15pm - 12.45pmRotorua Library, Te Aka MauriCome along and participate in the singing or be in the audience.

Free rotorualibrary.govt.nz

AQUATIC FAMILY FUN DAYSunday 16 December, Sunday 27 January & Sunday 24 February, 11am - 3.30pm | Rotorua Aquatic CentreThemed day of aquatic fun including land & water inflatable games!

$7 @RotoruaAquaticCentre

AQUATIC WAVE RAVEFriday 21 December, Friday 11 January & Friday 8 February, 6.30pm - 8.30pm | Rotorua Aquatic CentreThemed pool party with inflatables, spa’s, music, games and more.

$7 @RotoruaAquaticCentre

UKEBOX Every 3rd Sunday of the month, 3pm | Te Rūnanga Tea HouseRotorua Museum and The Thermaleles present a fun ukulele jam session for players and non-players alike.

Gold coin koha rotoruamuseum.co.nz

PLAY ON Various dates through summer | Various Rotorua locationsLive script readings of New Zealand plays read by local actors.

Ticket prices apply @BigPictureMinorDeets

DECEMBER HAKIHEA CHILDREN’S DAY EXHIBITION 2 November 2018 - 24 January 2019, Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm (Closed 21 Dec 2018 - 7 Jan 2019)Galleria, Rotorua Lakes CouncilA photographic exhibition depicting the history of the Redwoods Children’s Day.

Free creativerotorua.org.nz

BRAVE HEARTS5 November 2018 - 5 March 2019, 12pm - 5pmClosed public holidays | Jean Batten Square, Haupapa StreetAn interactive exhibition celebrating pioneering NZ cardiac surgeons.

Gold coin koha bravehearts.co.nz

CHRISTMAS PARADE & FESTIVALSaturday 1 December, from 4pmCBD & Village GreenGet festive with the annual Christmas Parade, followed by Kiwi Christmas movie and local entertainment.

Free christmasparade.co.nz

NANOGIRL LIVE - OUT OF THIS WORLD Saturday 1 December, 3pm & 7pmRotorua Girls High School ArenaFun live science show for the whole family.

Tickets from $30 via Ticketmaster.co.nz nanogirllive.co.nz

MĀORI TOUCH NATIONALS Saturday 1 - Sunday 2 December, 8am - 5pmPuarenga ParkThis event brings together iwi, hapū, waka and takiwā from throughout Aotearoa.

Free to watch maoritouchnz.maori.nz

BLUE LAKE REGATTA 1 Saturday 1 - Sunday 2 December 8am - 5pm | Blue Lake (Lake Tikitapu)This canoe race is a crowd favourite - pack a picnic and watch from the lakeside.

Free to watch canoeracing.org.nz

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TREE1 December 2018 - 7 January 2019Rotorua Library, Te Aka MauriDonate gifts for Waiariki Women’s Refuge this Christmas.

Free rotoruamuseum.co.nz

THE 200 SHOW1 December 2018 - Saturday 26 January 2019 Mon - Fri: 9am - 4.30pm, Sat: 10am - 2pm, Sun: ClosedThe Arts Village, 1240 Hinemaru StreetAnnual art exhibition of small works by local artists.

Free artsvillage.org.nz/200show

SANITARIUM WEET-BIX KIDS TRYATHLON Sunday 2 December, from 8.30am | Kuirau ParkCheer on our Kiwi kids as they tackle this fun and active event.

Free to watch tryathlon.co.nz/locations/rotorua

ZONTA GORGEOUS IN THE GARDEN Wednesday 5 December, 5.30pm - 8.30pmPalmers Rotorua, 147 Sala StreetA fun evening of fashion, beauty, raffles, food and drink to support Zonta International Projects.

$25 @Palmers.Rotorua

SUMMER HOLIDAY EVENTS & READING CHALLENGE 7 December 2018 - 28 January 2019Rotorua Library, Te Aka Mauri Join us for some fun activities and events during the summer school holidays.

Gold coin koha, some events may require booking. rotorualibrary.govt.nz

SULPHUR LAKE SCULPTURE TRAIL From 7 December | Government GardensExplore the unique sculptures created in the 2018 Sculpture Symposium and vote for your favourite.

Free creativerotorua.org.nz

SUMMER FESTIVAL & ARTISAN FAIRSaturday 8 December, 10am - 4pmThe Arts Village, 1240 Hinemaru StreetLive performances, art activities, delicious food, with artist & artisan stalls.

Free artsvillage.org.nz

WATER GARDENINGSaturday 8 December, 11am | Palmers Rotorua, 147 Sala StreetAn informative talk by water gardening expert from Glenbogal Aquatic.

Free @Palmers.Rotorua

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Friday 14 December, 7.30pm - 9.15pm | Kuirau ParkA candle lit Christmas concert with singing and entertainment for all.

Free @RotoruaEastLionsEZine

ROTORUA HALF IRON MANSaturday 15 December, from 5.45am | Blue Lake (Lake Tikitapu)An event for triathletes of differing abilities, showcasing the Blue Lake.

Free to watch half.co.nz

7 DAYS LIVE SHOW Sunday 16 December, 7.30pm | Energy Events CentreA hilarious night of comedy and chaos with Dai, Paul and Jeremy

From $49 via Ticketmaster.co.nz @7DaysNZ

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THE OPEN STUDIOS PROJECT PREVIEWMonday 17 December, 5.30pm | The Arts VillageIntroductory presentations by our summer arts residents.

Free artsvillage.org.nz

FISH OUT OF WATER ART TRAIL20 December 2018 - 3 February 2019Collect trail from Rotorua iSite, Fenton StreetTrack down the decorated fish and vote for your favourite in this fun trail.

Free @FishOutOfWaterRotorua

EVERDURE BY HESTONBBQ COOKING DEMOSaturday 22 December, 10.30am - 2pmPalmers Rotorua, 147 Sala StreetChef Peter Blakeway cooks on the Fusion BBQ designed by Heston Blumenthal.

Free @Palmers.Rotorua

INDEPENDENT SECURITY NZ STREETSTOCKS Friday 28 - Saturday 29 December, 7pm - 10pm105 Paradise Valley RoadStreetstocks from all over NZ will be here to compete for their national titles.

From $20 via Eventfinda.co.nz rotoruaspeedway.co.nz

GLO FESTIVALFAMILY NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONMonday 31 December, 4.30pm - 9.45pm | Rotorua Village GreenGather with friends and family to enjoy local entertainment, family movie, great food and a spectacular fireworks display. This New Year’s Eve event is not to be missed so pack a blanket & picnic, grab the kids, sit back, relax and be entertained.

Free @RotoruaGloFestival

JANUARY KOHITATEACHILDREN’S GARDEN TOURSEvery Wednesday in January, 10.30amOutside Rotorua MuseumJoin our Government Gardens guides for fun child-friendly tours.

Free rotoruamuseum.co.nz

SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITY TRAIL Monday 7 - Monday 28 January | Central RotoruaDownload the trail, explore Rotorua and complete fun activities.

Free rotoruamuseum.co.nz

MADAGASCARA MUSICAL ADVENTURE JR. Thursday 10 - Sunday 20 January, 7pm & 2pm shows availableEnergy Events Centre, RotoruaBased on the smash DreamWorks animation motion picture Madagascar, follow all of your favourite characters as they escape from their home at the Central Park Zoo and find themselves in the madcap word of King Julien’s Madagascar.

Adult: $20, Child: $15, Family: $60 via Ticketmaster.co.nz @MadagascarRotorua

POP UP UKESTRA WORKSHOPThursday 10 January, 7pm and Saturday 12 January, 10amA ukestra workshop with Australian ukulele extraordinaire Anu Grace.

Ticket prices apply via Trybooking.co.nz @RotoruaUkeBox

CLUB CABARET10 January - 9 February, Evening: 8pm, Sunday matinee: 4pmBlue BathsJoin us for a variety show of epic proportions - dazzling circus, sultry songs, and mind-bending magic.

From $45 bluebaths.co.nz

UKULELE CONCERTSunday 13 January, 9am - 1pmRotorua Farmers Market, Te ManawaCheck out the market and enjoy ukulele performances by Anu Grace, The Thermaleles, Rotorua UkeBox and ukestra. Free @RotoruaUkeBox

TWS WORLD 240 SUPERSTOCK CHAMPIONSHIPFriday 18 - Saturday 19 January, 7pm - 10pm105 Paradise Valley RoadCompetitors from the UK and NZ contest for the World 240 title.

From $25 via Eventfinda.co.nz rotoruaspeedway.co.nz

NATIONAL MĀORI BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTWednesday 23 - Saturday 26 January | Energy Events CentreIwi from all over New Zealand compete in the largest national basketball tournament.

Free to watch maoribasketball.co.nz

RATS BLUE LAKE MULTISPORT FESTIVALSaturday 26 - Sunday 27 January, 8am - 5pmBlue Lake (Lake Tikitapu)A fun multi-sport event that includes cycling, swimming and running.

Free to watch rats.org.nz

IPS NORTH ISLAND TOUCH TOURNAMENTSaturday 26 - Sunday 27 January, 9am - 5pmRotorua International StadiumNorthern Region provincial touch teams come together for one of the biggest touch events of the season.

Free to watch @TouchNZ

FEBRUARY HUI TANGURU BIKE MONTHFriday 1 - Thursday 28 FebruaryVarious locations around RotoruaA wide range of community bike events everyone can get involved in.

Ticket prices apply to some events sportbop.co.nz/bikemonth

TE AKA MAURI FESTIVAL!29 January - 3 February | Te Aka MauriJoins us for a fun range of events celebrating Te Aka Mauri’s first birthday.

Free rotorualibrary.govt.nz

ROTORUA SUMMER SEAFOOD FESTIVALSaturday 2 February | Rotorua Village GreenIndulge in delicious seafood and an exciting line-up of entertainment.

Ticket prices apply @SummerSeafoodFestival

MUSIC AT THE ROTUNDAEvery Sunday in February and March | 1pm - 3pmBand Rotunda, Government GardensBring along a deck chair or a rug and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment showcasing local music.

Free creativerotorua.org.nz

OPERA IN THE PĀKO TE PĀ O PUORO WHAKAARI Wednesday 6 February, 5.30pm | The Arts VillageEnjoy a full programme including internationally acclaimed artists Pene and Amitai Pati, and Moses McKay of SOL3 MIO.

From $40 via Ticketmaster.co.nz operainthepa.co.nz

TARAWERA ULTRA MARATHON Wednesday 6 - Sunday 10 FebruaryFinish at Government GardensRunners can complete the 20km, 50km, 102km distances, or 100 Mile Endurance Run.

Free to watch taraweraultra.co.nz

KIWANIS LAKE ROTOMA OPEN WATER SWIMWednesday 6 February | Lake RotomaThe only buoyed barrage swim course in New Zealand.

Free kiwanis.org.nz

GIANT 2W GRAVITY ENDURO - RACE 3 Saturday 9 February | Waipa MTB ParkEnduro encapsulates everything people love about the sport of mountain biking.

Free enduronz.com

CHILDREN’S ART CLASSES Mondays & Wednesdays in Term 1 (11 February - 10 April) Gardener’s Cottage, Government GardensStudent led weekly art classes to expand art knowledge.

$75 per term rcah.co.nz

ARTSMADTuesday 12 February, 5.30pm - 7.30pmMonarch Room, Prince’s Gate HotelEnjoy nibbles and a range of short art talks to ignite and inspire.

Gold coin koha creativerotorua.org.nz

PALMERS OUTDOOR SCULPTURESThursday 14 - Monday 25 FebruaryPalmers Rotorua, 147 Sala StreetA garden sculpture exhibition created by local artists.

Free @Palmers.Rotorua

FLAVA NZ BOMB COMPThursday 14 - Sunday 17 February | Blue Lake (Lake Tikitapu)NZ’s official bomb competition offers all the fun & adrenaline of bombing with loads of prizes up for grabs.

flava.co.nz Ticket prices apply

ZM’S FLOAT Saturday 16 February | Blue LakeNew Zealand’s first and only water-basedfestival located on the beautiful Lake Tikitapu.

Ticket prices apply zmonline.com

ROTORUA HOME & GARDEN SHOW Friday 15 - Sunday 17 February, Fri - Sat: 10am - 5pm, Sun: 10am - 4pm | Energy Events Centre, RotoruaThis show is packed with ideas you need to transform your home!

From $3, under 16 years free. Door sales available on the day homeandgardenshow.co.nz

ART IN THE PARK Sunday 24 February, 10am - 4pm | Government GardensEnjoy art, music and food in this annual market in the beautiful Government Gardens.

Free artsvillage.org.nz

MARCH POUTU TE RANGI CHILDREN’S WEEKEND - CELEBRATING CHILDREN AROUND THE WORLDSaturday 2 March, 10am - 3pmVarious Rotorua locationsGrab your events passport and enjoy a wide range of international activities celebrating children.

Free

REDWOODS CHILDREN’S DAYSunday 3 March, 1.30pm - 4.30pm | Redwoods, Long Mile RoadFrom art to music, stories to forest adventure, there is something for everyone!

Free rotorualakescouncil.nz/childrensweekend

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