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
Nirvana, Pearl Jam & Red Hot Chili Peppers Live Tributes
They’ve got the funk, the rock and the grunge and they’re headed back to Mount Maunganui! After sold out shows across New Zealand, ‘Lounge Apes’ return with their high energy tributes to ‘Pearl Jam’, ‘The Red Hot Chili Peppers’ and ‘Nirvana’.
Graeme James Seasons Tour
Returning to New Zealand after a two year stint in Europe, award winning alt-folk artist Graeme James is delighted to be back in New Zealand for the winter of 2021 to reconnect with fans and share new songs and stories from the road.
TRIBUTE BUZZ - Weta / Cairo Knife Fight / Jimi Kara
Waxstar Touring proudly presents TRIBUTE BUZZ - Weta / Cairo Knife Fight / Jimi Kara
Celebrating 20 years of the platinum selling debut Geographica by WETA, and in memory of our friend, lead singer and guitarist Aaron Tokona, we pay tribute to two awesome kiwi bands. All musos performed at the Aaron Tokona Tribute Buzz shows around the country in 2020 and those shows went off, so don’t miss out on this very limited final run of tribute shows in 2021.
Noise Control
Deval Mahal - Kinship Tour
Due to popular demand, Deva Mahal is doing a series of special shows this August as she embarks on a 7-date nationwide ‘Kinship’ tour. Join Wellington-based Soul & R n B artist, Deva Mahal, for these incredible wahine-driven acoustic shows across the country this Winter.
NO SCRUBS: 90s + Early 00s Party
DAVID DALLAS | THE ROSE TINT – 10 YEARS DEEP TOUR
A decade on from its release, The Rose Tint remains one of the most enduring works of David Dallas’ career. To mark its tenth anniversary, David Dallas and friends The Daylight Robbery are coming together for a special run of shows built around the album that changed David’s life. The four-date tour will celebrate The Rose Tint, and will be the first and only chance people will have to see some of these songs performed live.
AutoMatic 80s
LETS GO TAURANGA! We are back ready to party the night away with you! AutoMatic 80s delivers the smash hits of this unforgettable and exciting musical era. From bands like Human League, Simple Minds, Duran Duran, Blondie, Culture Club through to artists like Kate Bush and Robert Palmer, AutoMatic 80s performances will transport you back to those heady, youthful times and leave you wanting more.
Great Gable – NZ Tour 2021
Across The Road Music & Select Music present… Great Gable – NZ Tour 2021.
Off the back of a solid 2020 which saw them release their debut album Tracing Faces, hit #4 in the ARIA Vinyl Charts, spend weeks in the Top 10 most played songs on triple j and broadcast their first Live At The Wireless, Great Gable are heading over the ditch for a massive run of shows across New Zealand.
FUR PATROL - Pet - 21st Birthday Tour
In April this year Fur Patrol released their somewhat-delayed (thanks Covid) 20th Anniversary vinyl reissue of their much-loved debut album PET. In September they will celebrate the album's 21st birthday with a series of live shows, playing the album in its entirety.
JON STEVENS - The Noiseworks + INXS Collection
Tauranga concert announced for JON STEVENS - The Noiseworks + INXS Collection. Aussie based Kiwi rocker Jon Stevens is bringing his Noiseworks + INXS collection tour to Totara Street, Tauranga on Friday September 17th.
Hail To The Thieves - Performing the music of Radiohead
What do two out of the three members of Nz’s favourite post rock band Jakob do in their spare time? - Play the music of Radiohead! That’s right, the stars have aligned and Hail To The Thieves have formed.. A stellar line up of musicians sharing the stage and performing songs from one of the most influential bands of all time.
THE UPBEATS Album Tour
The Drum & Bass Massive Presents | THE UPBEATS Album Tour | Tauranga
With support from:
RAYNE
ARCHER
DAFFRON
Landslide - Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
Landslide is a live 5 piece band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 8 years, covering well-known classics from Fleetwood Mac and also Stevie's solo hits! Expect to hear Dreams, Sara, Rhiannon, The Chain, Go Your Own Way, Seven Wonders, Tusk, Gypsy, Black Magic Woman, Don't Stop, Little Lies etc...to name just a few!
White Chapel Jak - Good Time Tour
"One of the hottest and exciting acts to emerge in NZ in the last 18 months" - Paul Ellis, NZ Idol_NZ Got Talent Judge, Former Sony Music Executive.
Hugely-popular White Chapel Jak are here for a good time, and you don’t have to wait for a long time! Their Good Time Tour 2021 is set to be the most epic run of shows yet.
Mad Caddies
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.
Latest News
The ThankYOU Show ft Tiki Taane - DATE CHANGED TO 12 DECEMBER 2020
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.
Chur!Coal in UNO Magazine
Check out Chur!Coal BBQ & Eatery in the latest UNO Magazine. A huge thank you the team for making it happen!
