Events

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NO SCRUBS: 90s + Early 00s Party

︎︎︎︎︎︎︎︎︎Calling all Barbie Girls, Teenage Dirtbags and All Stars: join No Scrubs for a 90s and early 00s party that will be Larger Than Life!! You’ll be Dancing in the Moonlight, Spinning Around and Jumpin’ Jumpin’ as we Pump It with all the best throwback tunes from 1990 - 2009! If you Wannabe Livin la Vida Loca with us on the dancefloor then Say You’ll Be There and get in quick for tickets!

Proudly brought to you by The Wright Family Foundation, come and enjoy an afternoon of musical treats at 2025's first instalment of College Co+Labs @ TOTARA ST.

Upcoming College acts from around the Bay take to the TOTARA ST stage and present an action packed event with music spanning across multiple genres. With the support from Papamoa College and the Mauao Performing Arts Centre, come and check out some amazing upcoming talent.

DELTA HEAVY RETURNS TO NEW ZEALAND THIS APRIL

Audiology Touring & Surge Audio presents

DELTA HEAVY (UK)

Support from:
NOS & PROSSER
SOVERT
RITZ
TRICKY
WHARE

MauaoPAC & the Wright Family Foundation present the Term 1 Student Concert!

Welcome back to another round of musical action put on by the students at the Mauao Performing Arts Centre.

Come and check out what all the fuss is about on Sunday the 6th of April for our Term 1 Student Concert!

Free Entry | Everyone Welcome

Produced by Dave Khan and Simon Gooding, How Love Bends showcases Reb’s poetic depth and her signature sound. Alongside her longtime band members Dave Khan (guitar/keys), Karin Canzek (bass), and Earl Robertson (drums) they’ve crafted an album that dives into the transformative nature of love in all its forms—its tenderness, its power, its chaos.

Really fun perfect beach day BABE RAINBOW fresh out of sold-out appearances across Europe and USA are ripping thru Australia and NZ in 2025 dates.

Moving to the ends of their own rainbows, the highly anticipated first album with new King Gizz label p(doom) Babe Rainbows SLIPPER IMP AND SHAKERATOR out April 4 delivering fans an exhilarating experience repeat, pumping fun. Perfect day to come on down all spots are breaking bigger waves tomorrow get ready.

AFTER A MASSIVE NIGHT SEEING IN THE NEW YEAR, GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN ARE BACK!

Saturday the 12th of April sees an all time 80’s dance takeover at TOTARA ST. Rally the troops, drag those 80’s outfits outta the closet, do your stretches and get ready to dance the night away in full 80’s fashion.

This one goes out to all those girls out there that just want to HAVE FUN.

Thabani Gapara presents “The African Traveller”

Join acclaimed saxophonist Thabani Gapara on a musical journey through the rich and vibrant sounds of Southern Africa in his latest concert experience, "The African Traveler."

This special performance weaves together original compositions and beloved classics from the region, offering a deep and soulful exploration of heritage, rhythm, and storytelling. Rooted in the traditions of Afro-jazz, township grooves, and contemporary African fusion, Thabani and his dynamic ensemble bring to life melodies that echo across generations—celebrating the music that has shaped Southern Africa’s past and present.

DANCE UP A STORM AT THE HURRICANE PARTY

Featuring from Ireland, The Mafia Cats plus fresh from Wellington Boogie Wonderland!

Experience the dynamic, high-energy Rockabilly, Jazz, and Blues from Ireland's coolest cats.

Then enjoy an Earth, Wind & Fire tribute from Boogie Wonderland! This 11-piece band features vocals by Lisa Tomlins and LJ Crichton, a 4-piece horn section, and a 5-piece rhythm section. Boogie Wonderland plays all the classic hits.
Get ready to dance and relive Earth, Wind & Fire's magic!

Greg Johnson announces Vine Street Stories 30th Anniversary Tour.

Greg Johnson returns from Los Angeles in April 2025 for a six-date national tour celebrating his iconic album Vine Street Stories, originally released in 1995. Plus1 proudly presents Greg Johnson and band live in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga and Palmerston North, from 24 April to 3 May.

Mike Love Returns to the South Pacific for Long-Awaited Tour

First South Pacific Shows in Over Five Years – Plus Western Australia & Bali Debut

Internationally acclaimed Hawaiian roots-reggae artist Mike Love is set to return to the South Pacific for the first time in over five years, bringing his powerful live solo show to Australia, New Zealand, and Bali. Known for his deeply conscious lyrics, masterful live looping, and genre-blending sound, Mike has built a dedicated global following — and this tour marks a major moment for fans across the region.

Two sets of the best of the 90's followed by Two sets of the best of the 2000's

Which decade had the best ROCK????

Guess we'll find out 😉 🤘

We're doing everything from Nirvana to Linkin Park, System of a Down to Foo Fighters, Rage against the Machine to Queens of the Stone Age and EVERYTHING in-between!!!!

Love Shack, Your Ultimate 80's Party band! Playing the songs of The B52's, Prince, INXS, Blondie, ICEHOUSE, UB40, QUEEN, David Bowie, Billy Idol, The Mockers, Peter Gabriel, The Eurythmics, Devo, U2 and lots more.

Love Shack features some of New Zealand's finest and most experienced musicians. Including Tui nominated and NZ #1 charting artists, session muso's and hired guns who have drawn on all their years of experience and touring to put together a magical show so that you can relive the days of dancing the night away, rocking out to your favourite bands.

ASH GRUNWALD | NEW ZEALAND 2025

Australia’s premier bluesman embarks on his rst ever full length tour of New Zealand! Renowned for his electrifying live shows, Ash Grunwald has inspired a generation to hit the road in an old van to ‘surf by day jam by night’. The festival favourite brings a high energy, vibrant live show with stacks of guitars and foot stomping blues.

Overload 5: Bay of Plenty’s Biggest Heavy Metal & Hard Rock Tribute Festival Returns with a Bang

High-Octane Lineup, Fundraising for Women’s Refuge, and a Night of Legendary Anthems

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, NZ – Prepare for a seismic night of rock and metal as Overload 5 storms Totara Street on Saturday, 14th June, delivering the Bay of Plenty’s most explosive tribute festival. Celebrating iconic bands with electrifying performances, this year’s event promises a relentless lineup of talent, all while supporting a vital cause: fundraising donations will go to Women’s Refuge.

Pop Dance Hip Hop

What’s goin on - Glow-in-the-dark theme, Massive sound system with Ultraviolet & laser lighting

DJ playing all the bangers.

Neon face painting and glow accessories

Also having a dance competition with some wicked prizes up for grabs.

Wear anything White, Reflective or Neon, Your brightest outfit will shine, Get ready to glow on the dance floor!

"Glow Bright Neon Party"

What’s goin on - Glow-in-the-dark theme, Massive sound system with Ultraviolet & laser lighting

DJ playing all the bangers.

Neon face painting and glow accessories

Also having a dance competition with some wicked prizes up for grabs.

Wear anything White, Reflective or Neon, Your brightest outfit will shine, Get ready to glow on the dance floor!

We are back, Its time to do it all again.

In the golden age of megastar artists like Usher, Beyoncé, and Rihanna.

The emo hits of Paramore, Panic at the Disco and Fallout Boy.

Pop smashers like Gwen Stefani, Black Eyed Peas and Pink.

And dancefloor fillers like Pitbull, Cascada, David Guetta and Flo Rida to name a few.

What a Era for Wicked Music.

This party is gonna be throwbacks galore.

See you there.

Kiwi icon’s The Jordan Luck Band are thrilled to announce their 9th annual NZ Winter Tour…

Packed with all the classic Exponents hits you know & love… the JLB party will be rocking & rolling into towns across Aotearoa through May, June, July 2025.


From ‘Who Loves Who The Most?’ to ‘Victoria’…. ‘Why Does Love Do This To Me?’ to ‘Ill Say Goodbye’…. and so many more Kiwi classics, the Jordan Luck Band party will be sure to banish those Winter Blues!!!!