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The Downtown Tauranga Drop-in
July 5, 2026
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Jul 5
Kick off the winter school holidays with a day of free family fun in the heart of Tauranga city centre! Join us for The Downtown Tauranga Drop-in — where families can literally drop-in on Dropin Ramps epic blow-up skateboard ramps as well as dropping in to discover the city centre’s newest spaces, favourite local spots, and fun activities on offer. Bring all the whānau in for a vibrant day packed with fun activities and giveaways on Grey Street. Whether you’ve got future skate stars, keen artists, or little entertainers in your tribe, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
- Dropin Skateboard RampsRamp up your skate skills and try out NZ’s first and coolest pop-up ramps, with friendly instructors on hand to help kids safely learn new skills and build confidence.
- Spin the Wheel & Win!Score awesome prizes and vouchers from Downtown Tauranga/Tauranga city centre shops, cinemas and eateries
- Photobooth & Badgemaking FunStrike a pose, snap some fun insta-pics to take home AND turn them into your very own custom badge!
- Colouring StationsCreate colourful masterpieces at our drawing stations
- Classic Games for EveryoneChallenge your family and friends to Connect Four, Cornhole, Giant Jenga... and more!
Make a day of it! Enjoy one of the epic local lunch spots, head to a movie, browse the shops, visit the Art Gallery, hit the waterfront playground.
Location
If the sun is shining, come meet us at the laneway on Grey St/Durham St Laneway. If it’s raining - join us just next door at 89 Grey St.
Event Dates
July 6, 2026
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10:00 am
Show
Salon Risqué: ReVulva A Burlesque cabaret where glamour meets espionage and the fate of the world rests in the hands of the fabulously fierce Curves O Plenty. With funds running dry and stakes running high, the Curves must go undercover—serving secrets, seduction, and swagger—to save the day. Featuring sensational guest stars from across Aotearoa, this is a high-camp, high-heat adventure is packed with cheeky comedy, sultry tease, and outrageous twists. Funny. Sexy. Slightly unhinged.
8 Aug
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8 Aug
Activity
E tū Ururangi – behold the winds of life, carrying the promise and vitality of Tāwhiri-rangi. Celebrate the rising of Matariki with a vibrant day of connection, creativity, and remembrance at Te Ao Mārama - Tauranga Library. Bring your whānau along for a day filled with hands-on activities and rich cultural experiences. Try your hand at raranga (weaving), create your own contemporary mini tukutuku panel, shape a clay taonga, join our history hunt, and learn the basics of poi. Enjoy the beautiful sounds of taonga pūoro and uplifting waiata shared throughout the day.
3 Jul
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3 Jul
Talk / lecture, Expo
Attending the Tauranga campus Open Day is the best way to see what the University of Waikato - Tauranga has to offer and to start planning your next steps. Visit our beautiful Tauranga campus to learn about study pathways, subjects, degrees and the exciting careers they lead to. We've got information sessions, campus and accommodation tours, interactive activities, food stalls, prizes and live entertainment. We can't wait to see you there!
30 Jun
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30 Jun
