What’s happening
in Downtown Tauranga

Looking for what’s going on in Tauranga city centre? You’ve come to the right place.

For upcoming events, activities for all ages, and the best restaurants, pubs, cafes, shopping and accommodation, look no further.

This is your go-to place for things to do in Downtown Tauranga.

Tauranga Events

Tauranga Pub Crawl

If you like having FUN then the Tauranga Pub Crawl is just the ticket. Sample 3 Tauranga Pubs and a mini pub quiz in each Pub! What is covered: 1 drink in each Pub; Mini Pub Quiz in each Pub Some great deals from the Pubs as well! If you are ready for some fun book online at www.taurangapubcrawl.co.nz You must be over...

1st July 2019

Crop Swap July

Our Crop Swap Tauranga City happens on the fourth Sunday of each month from 9am - 10am. Feel free to bring a little of what you might have in your garden to share. Home produce such as seeds, seedlings, fruit, chutneys, jams, baking, even home made crafts! Anything you would like to share. Sign in and display your offerings and enjoy some...

28th July 2019

Taste Tauranga Launch Event

Attention foodies! Taste Tauranga is back this August and over 25 of our city’s most iconic restaurants, bars and cafes will bring you a mouth-watering month of all that’s good in food. Taste Tauranga will launch on the 1st August 2019 at an event like no other, and you’re invited!! Not only will you get a first-hand look...

1st August 2019

Murder at the Juice Joint!

Come along to The Juice Joint for a night of mayhem to remember! A great excuse to dress up, this glitzy and full filled Murder Mystery Fundraiser Night set in the 1920's is one not to be missed! With murder on the menu, you are certain to find a medley of individuals to make the night most memorable. No one is safe from murder... but...

27th July 2019

Three Exhibitions for Matariki

To celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year, the Tauranga Art Gallery has opened three new exhibitions that reflect on our past; paying homage to our ancestors and our indigenous history. The three exhibitions span the entire upper floor of the Gallery and are uniquely different, but all are simply breath-taking. Along with the new exhibitions,...

9th July 2019

What's on in Tauranga - News

Some of the best quiz nights in town!

Looking for a great night out with friends during the winter months?? Here's a list of some great quiz nights in the city! THE BARREL ROOM Mondays Every Monday at 7pm is quiz night at The Barrel Room on Wharf Street! There will be loads of prizes and heaps of fun. Book your team in advance and recieve a FREE pizza! https://www.facebook.com/events/324769785127395/   THE...

28th June 2019

Take a Look!

This little book is especially for you. It's our Downtown Tauranga winter Look Book of key pieces, latest fashion must have's and iconic brands. A handpicked selection of style your wardrobe will love. Take a look. Then take a closer look in our iconic fashion stores Downtown...

1st June 2019

Tapas Trails

TASTE TAURANGA TAPAS TRAIL Tuesday 6th and 20th August Turn Tuesday into a Tapas Trail of delight! Disrupt the hum drum of winter with an evening of sensational flavours, divine cocktails and a great night out with friends. Grab a ticket and some friends and join the Taste Tauranga Tuesday Tapas Trail! Four iconic restaurant bars, four stops, four sensations. Picture...

1st August 2019

Events and Workshops

COMING IN AUGUST   LIQUORLAND French Wine and Cheese. The Perfect Match! 1 August Join Liquorland for an exciting evening of fine wine and cheese. French wine expert Jean Jacques Bourvis will take you through the iconic wines of Paul Jaboulet from the Rhone Valley. These will be expertly matched with French cheeses by Vetro Tauranga. Learn how to pair Wine...

1st August 2019

Burger Competition

COMING SOON - COMPETITION STARTS 1 AUGUST 2019   BROOKLYN PATIO AND EATERY - THE BROOKLYN BURGER Stop by at lunchtime to feast upon The Brooklyn Burger! With buffalo chicken, McClure's pickles, aioli and a side of herb potatoes - it's the ideal midday solution that will set you up for a dreamy afternoon of post-burger delight. Available Tues-Sun, from...

1st August 2019

Our Hotspots

Taste Tauranga 2019
Indulge in food. Try new flavours. Sample new restaurants. Win. Our...
Student Hotspots
Welcoming students to the city centre! Enjoy these amazing deals below from our...
Goddards Shopping Centre
Linking Devonport Road and Grey Street enjoy browsing our stores for Fashion...
Tauranga Waterfront
Some of the greatest cities in the world have iconic waterfronts and we firmly...