Events not to be missed this month.
WOMEN’S ORGANISATIONS IN TAURANGA
7 October
Tauranga City Library, Tauranga
Learn more about the history of local women’s clubs, unions and committees from heritage specialist Abigail Wharne. Free entry and no booking required.
WOMEN’S LIFESTYLE EXPO
10-11 October
Trustpower Baypark, Mt Maunganui womenslifestyleexpo.co.nz
Two days of exploring artisan goods, beauty, fashion, eco-friendly products, fitness equipment, and gourmet food & beverages from over 160 New Zealand brands. Pop into the Beauty Lounge, Taste Zone, Artisan Craft Zone and don’t forget your goodie bag.
SONG CONTEST: THE ALMOST EUROVISION EXPERIENCE
8-17 October
Riverlea Theatre, Hamilton
sites.google.com/view/ songcontesthamilton
A cross between a musical comedy, a concert and a sporting event is as close as it gets to the biggest European song contest: eleven countries, a multitude of anxious contestants, a gushing hostess and, of course, you get to vote for the winner of the night!
TAURANGA HOME SHOW
16-18 October
Trustpower Baypark, Mt Maunganui taurangahomeshow.co.nz
Rescheduled due to lockdown, Tauranga’s legendary Home Show is back with 250 home service and product exhibitors. Make the vision of your perfect home come true and take advantage of exclusive show specials and generous giveaways.
ESCAPE! FESTIVAL
17-18 October
Tauranga
taurangafestival.co.nz
Little festival with big ideas. Speakers include award-winning journalist Tom Scott, crime writer Nikki Crutchley, outdoor swimming advocate Annette Lees and more. Local voices are represented by children’s writer and publisher Debbie McCauley, Tauranga GP Dr Andrew Corin and small-town champion Karen Summerhays.
BAY OF PLENTY GARDEN & ART FESTIVAL
19-22 November
Western Bay of Plenty
gardenandartfestival.co.nz
Explore the wonderful Bay of Plenty and visit your choice of over 70 beautiful gardens and meet more than 100 artists. Enjoy landscaped gardens, exhibitors, live music, tasty food and beverages and the amazing Festival Gallery at the festival hub, “Bloom in the Bay”, at the Tauranga Race Course.
VEGAN VIBES
24 October
Soper Reserve, Mt Maunganui
facebook.com/veganvibesnz
From vegan food producers to community groups and even government representatives, Vegan Vibes festival is a celebration of all things sustainable and ethical. Non-vegans are welcome to indulge in mouthwatering meals and attend talks and workshops as well!
VOYAGE GOURMET TASTING DINNER
25 October
Villa Vie, Katikati
voyage-gourmet.com
Spend a perfect evening at the picturesque Villa Vie wedding venue at the base of the Kaimai Ranges, enjoying the views and tasting 15 delicious meals, including flavourful Brandy Flambéed duck, Chicken cacciatore and Char-grilled leg of lamb.