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Barkfest - Tauranga
Sun
22 Nov
2026
Barkfest is the ultimate day out for everyone – whether you have a dog, love dogs, or simply want a fun-filled day with plenty to see, do, and enjoy with the whole family. There is something for everyone and every dog, with food, stalls, face painting, photo booths, masterclasses, and competitions for the everyday dog and their best friends. Following the success of the inaugural Cambridge event, Barkfest is excited to add a Tauranga event in 2026! Both events will feature the popular dog-related vendors, charities, and services, as well as fun competitions for all and master classes featuring local agility clubs, dog behaviorists and local council animal management presentations. Check out www.barkfest.co.nz for the full schedule and all the details.
Event Dates
November 22, 2026
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10:00 am
Workshop
Join our hands-on Popping Boba workshop. You’ll learn the science behind these juicy flavour bursts and create your own colourful popping pearls from scratch. Experiment with flavours, get creative with colours, and discover how to turn simple ingredients into something seriously cool. Best of all, you’ll get to take your homemade boba home (if you don’t eat it first!). Registrations essential.
7 Jul
Workshop
Hawkins Community Open Day - Tauranga High and District Court Project Rā Tuwhera a Hapori - Te Koti Matua Me Te Koti A-Rohe O Tauranga The community is invited to a special open day at the Tauranga High and District Court construction site, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s major public projects.
14 Aug
Talk / lecture
Inachord Singers Tauranga are proud to invite you to a warm, community‑minded afternoon with Southland soprano treasure Deborah Wai Kapohe. Deborah will share stories from her extensive and varied professional career — a life lived across opera, contemporary Māori music, musical theatre, songwriting, guitar performance, arts leadership, and law. Bring a cushion (though seats provided!) and your favourite mug to maximise feeling at home, and settle into a relaxed, family‑friendly atmosphere as she opens the door to her creative world with humour, insight, and generosity. Following an intensive workshop the day prior, the afternoon will also feature a small selection of songs from both Deborah Wai Kapohe and Inachord Singers Tauranga, offering a gentle touch of live music to complement the storytelling. With afternoon tea available, free tickets for children under twelve and a portion of proceeds supporting local charities, this gathering promises inspiration, wonder, beauty, and through fellowship, genuine community spirit. Come for the stories, stay for the songs, leave with connection.
23 Aug
