Glen Hansard Tribute Night | Under the Stars Fundraiser

A Glen Hansard tribute night at Totara Street, Mount Maunganui on Friday 4 December: local musicians celebrate the music of The Frames, The Swell Season and Glen’s solo career, with all profits going to Under the Stars to support people experiencing homelessness in Tauranga.

From the raw, passionate sound of The Frames , the Dublin band he formed and fronted for more than 30 years, through to The Swell Season, his collaboration with Markéta Irglová that introduced his music to an even wider audience through Once, and on to a hugely respected solo career.

For fans of The Frames in particular, there is something about this music that was always meant to be experienced live, loud, intimate, emotional and sometimes gloriously unpredictable. We’ve brought together an amazing line-up of local musicians to capture some of that spirit and celebrate the different chapters of Glen’s musical journey.

That spirit extends well beyond music. Glen has long used his voice and profile to champion people experiencing homelessness, so it feels especially fitting that all profits from the night will go to Under the Stars, supporting people experiencing homelessness right here in our community.

And as December rolls around, stuff the usual Christmas party. Bring your team, your mates or your fellow lovers of good music down to Totara Street. Grab a drink, have a dance, sing your lungs out and help us raise some money for a brilliant local cause.

The Frames. The Swell Season. Glen Hansard.

Friday 4 December 2026 | Totara Street, Mount Maunganui
DOORS 7PM
SUPERVISED - MORE INFO HERE
(Under 18 year olds can attend with their own parent)