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Whakatane Events
Events happening in Whakatane - Show Descriptions
Summercross Motocross National Series
The National Championship Summercross is held at Awakaponga each year, where entrants compete for the Title of the New Zealand Dirt Bike Federation Champions, making it one of the most important meets in New Zealand.
The actions starts on 30th December with racing for Juniors, Mini's, Senior Support, Veterans 35 years+ and Freestyle MX. 31st December features the National classes, Expert classes, Women's and veterans 40 yrs, Youth under 21 years and the Vintage and Classic feature races.
EBOP Triathlon & Multisport Club Triathlon
Swim/Bike/Run 10am Children, 11am Adults.9AM kids
Whakatane Great Outdoors Monty's Revenge
The Whakatane Great Outdoors Monty's Revenge Multisport event is a day of adventure on one of the most scenic courses in New Zealand taking in seascapes, cliffs, bush and river vistas. Monty's Revenge is an acheiveable 57km course that includes run, bike and kayak sections and is open to individuals or teams.
A new Duathlon option is also available.
Bay Arts 2010
Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts hosts the area's longest running annual art exhibition, featuring work from members of teh Bay of Plenty's 10 Art Societies.
Carlo Curley - Organ Extravaganza
The world famous Carlo Curley, a consummate entertainer who has been dubbed ‘The Pavarotti of the Organ’. Carlo will play 45-rank two-manual and pedal Viscount ‘Prestige 60’ classical-style digital organ with appropriate amplification to recreate the grandeur of a pipe organ.
Woodfest
Pole Climbing, chip shovelling, chainsaw carving, woodchopping. It is amazing what can be achieved with wood. Kawerau has the whole spectrum over three days of Woodfest whichi ncorporates the Woodskills Festival in the Ron Hardie Recreation Centre. Enter the public vote and see whose pieces has won from a prize pool of more than $20,000.
National Woodskills Festival
Entry forms are now online at www.kaweraudc.co.nz for the National Woodskills competition to be held September 10-12 as part of the annual Woodfest. There are some new categories this year, including Wearable Wood and novice for newbies to the art of wood crafting. Overall there are 10 categories with more than $20,000 in prize money to be won. The public vote will be rather bizaare this year, so imagination is the key.
Watch this space for more details over the next few months.
SHOTGUN ALLEY
Rock Band with supporting bands
Sonic Altar
Remedy shores (local band)
Life Education Trust 'Fight for Life Ed'
Let's get ready to rumble... MOVE over, David Tua … the Eastern Bay’s boxing talent is ready to step into the ring.
Local identities are volunteering to glove up and put their bodies on the line … all for a good cause.
Musical Allsorts
The Whakatane Community Orchestra presents two concerts of music that will appeal to a wide range of tastes.
Hospice Charity Dinner with Dr Jo Petersen
Enjoy a scrumptious meal, listen to an amazing speaker. $55 tickets on sale at the Hospice Shop (beside Whitcoulls), Kerry Nott Pharmacy Opotiki or Smiths City Kawerau. There will be no door sales, and a cash bar only. The evening includes live and blind auctions. Uzabus will provide a bus Whakatane return for $5, bus route included with tickets.
CORNERSTONE ROOTS
Reggae at its best
Spring Fling 2010
Whakatane Rod & Custom Club Inc Presents an a day of fun for all ages
Registration/Breakfast at 9am
Autoholics Paint Shop then a mystery cruise, games, show 'n' shine, ending with prizegiving at the Whakatane Sportfishing Club
Fiona Pears-Jazz Violin and Band
New Zealand violinist and composer Fiona Pears is a passionate and animated performer with rare and natural charisma. Fiona is an electrifying and visual musician who thrills audiences wherever she plays. Her band is made up of some of the most talented musicians in New Zealand; Greg Donaldson on drums, Pete Fleming on bass, Mike Ferrar on guitar and UK pianist and Musical Director, Ian Tilley.
BATACUDA SOUND MACHINE
Latin/funk/hiphop
Plunkets Arty Garden Ramble
visiting gardens in the Eastern BOP and other places of interest.
ROLLING STONES TRIBUTE SHOW
Dinner & Show
Cost $45 per person
Bay of Plenty Energy Toi's Challenge
The popular Bay of Plenty Electricity's 'Toi's Challenge' running and walking event takes place in Whakatane during November each year. The event takes in one of world's most scenic multi terranin routes - Nga Tapuwae o Toi (in the footsteps of Toi). The 18.5km kilometre course captures the essence of the Whakatane district and includes sea cliffs, Ohope Beach and native bush.
Whakatane Truck and Bike Show
A Truck Show featuring some of the big rigs. Come have a look at the trucks and help raise funds for Child Cancer. A drive through town will take place at 11AM. Gold coin donation, raffles and a sausage sizzle. The kids will love it! Harley's also on show.
Whakatane Truck And Bike Show
Support child cancer in the Eastern Bay of Plenty and see some of New Zealand's gruntiest machines while you are at it. A wonderful day the whole famiily will enjoy. Truck rides, entertainment and food all on offer. Stay tuned to whakatane.com for more details.
Matata Christmas In The Park
A fun, safe and enjoyable family event!
The day will kick off with an 'Amazing Race' followed by a 'family game of cricket' with the afternoon's entertainment starting at 12 pm.
More information will be posted soon
Whakatane Touch Association Annual Tournament
January 8 & 9 2010 -One of Touch NZ's biggest open events that has been running for 23 years.The event attracts teams from all over NZ and overseas - attractive prizes, great summer social atmosphere
Hot Summer Night Street Fiesta
Street Fiesta, street entertainers, kidszone, Headline act: TBC Entertainment from 2-10pm.
East Cape Ride
Motorbike Ride around the East Cape
Classic Matata Festival
Welcome the Steam Train to Matata.
The main road will be closed and the street will come alive: Craft and food stalls, Classic planes, helicopter rides,vintage and classic cars. 12 noon to 2:30pm
Tarawera Ultramarathon Run and Relays
The 3rd annual Tarawera Ultramarathon is a 110 or 85 or 60 kilometre trail ultramarathon run from Rotorua to Kawerau.
Service Club Ball
Ball of The Year
Toast to the Coast
A tour of 10 stunning and unique properties.
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