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TOTARA ST is an unrivaled, multi-functional entertainment venue located in the heart of Mount Maunganui. The facilities at TOTARA ST are used for a number of different events, workshops, and corporate functions. Having the ability to set the room up for an intimate vibe with 20 people, or open both levels and house over 400 patrons is what sets us apart from the rest. TOTARA ST has become the Bay of Plenty’s premier live music, entertainment and events facility. Check our events page for details on upcoming shows.

Founded in 2015, TOTARA ST has played host to some of New Zealand’s most prestigious artists and entertainers. From hosting shows such as Hollie Smith and Head Like a Hole, to being readily available for birthday parties and corporate functions, the beauty of the space is that it can be manipulated to suit any event organiser's wishes. The room is equipped with a beautiful Martin Audio sound system, solid in house lighting rig, two licensed bars, commercial kitchen, mezzanine floor, and excellent sight lines to the stage. Whatever your focus is, our events team can tailor an event package to suit all the needs of your clientele.

Coming Events

Indie Folk

Hamilton indie-folk band Looking For Alaska are releasing their new album 'Light and Shadow' this November, and to celebrate are playing a bunch of sick as shows around New Zealand!

Grunge Punk Rock
Rozella is super-excited to bring you our last show of the year. A truly spectacular extravaganza of performances sure to set everyone's lips on fire....Dont miss out!
Rozella Presents & Totara St bring you another all-original showcase of established and emerging artists. Featuring, Labretta Suede & The Motel 6, Molly Gun, Grown Downz and special guest AlleyKat.
Blues Pop

Landslide is an Auckland based, 5 piece live band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks all over the North Island for the past 8yrs, covering classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits!

Pop Jazz Electronic

Garage Project, Radio Hauraki, Banished Music & Under The Radar presents The Phoenix Foundation - Friend Ship tour of Aotearoa. 
On the band's first nationwide tour in 5 years, they will perform 8 dates across Aotearoa this November. Celebrating the expansive new album Friend Ship ; a post-apocalyptic love letter from the future to the present and the soundtrack to the swirling oblivion that is 2020.

Rock Metal
Waipu’s favourite sons Alien Weaponry are heading out on the road this November and December for the ‘Level One Tour’. Fresh from a newly inked management deal with RSE Group (home to metal greats Slayer, Mastadon, Ghost and Gojira), Alien Weaponry are armed with new music and a crushing live show.
Electronic Dance
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It has nearly been a year since the whole world has been turned ‘Upside Down’. We reckon it is time to boogie away the bad times and come get weird for RedHearing’s event, Upside Down!
Pop Rock
"We are so stoked that we have been able to reschedule and keep Totara Street (one of our favourite venues in NZ) on the current run. 
The new date of Sunday 22nd Nov will be a good old fashioned Kiwi Sunday Session and our very own End of Tour party.
There will be Full Bar plus Chur Coal BBQ Eats available. 
Please note that as this is a Sunday Arvo Session, Doors will be 3pm and Music will start at 4pm. 
We hope you can still come join us at Totara St and help us see off this crazy crazy tour in style
Full Lovin' x Jordan Luck Band"
New School Rock Reggae Dub

MASSIV.aotearoa is a collective of musicians, artists and supporters putting on an evening of fundraising live music, giving up their time and energy to support the good folks at STARSHIP FOUNDATION, in particular their amazing National Air Ambulance and the service it provides to many kiwi kids and their families in some difficult times.

Roots Rock Reggae
DATE CHANGE
Due to Covid 19 Level restrictions this show has been shifted to Saturday the 19th of September 2020. If you cannot make this date and need a ticket refund please email jay@totarastreet.co.nz Cheers!

It's time for us to say "ThankYOU". The support we as a venue and a Whānau have had throughout lock down blew us all away. This gig is to show our appreciation. The crew that will jam have donated their time. After the RSVP cut off date, all ticket sales will go to these artists.

Ska

Kiwi ska punks rejoice!
Fat Wreck Chords ska champions Mad Caddies head to New Zealand to celebrate their 25th Anniversary in 2020.

Check our Events Page for upcoming shows or contact us now to tailor your next event with the team at TOTARA ST.

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Roots Rock Reggae

It's time for us to say "ThankYOU". The support we as a venue and a Whānau have had throughout lock down blew us all away. This gig is to show our appreciation. The crew that will jam have donated their time. After the RSVP cut off date, all ticket sales will go to these artists.

Check out Chur!Coal BBQ & Eatery in the latest UNO Magazine. A huge thank you the team for making it happen!