Looking for a good time? We know what you want... that's why we've compiled all Student City and community events into this handy-dandy community calendar for your event-finding convenience.
Go on, get into it!
Tuesday Doubles
7th Feb - 15th MayStarting Tuesday 7th February every Tuesday from 7.30pm. $15 per person - teams of 2 players (limited to 14 teams). Fun social bowling event. For beginners to advanced bowlers. Make your own team.... Click here to read more.
Manawatu Home Birth Association Get Together
8th Feb - 14th NovThe Manawatu Home Birth Association meets once a month alternating between morning and afternoon get-togethers. We are a group of parents who believe childbirth is a normal and healthy process. We.... Click here to read more.
Holden V8 Hot Laps
13th Feb - 28th MayIf you have ever wanted to experience the absolute extreme thrill of being driven "Flat Out" by a professional driver in a fully modified 400kw 5700cc V8 Holden race car... Then this is definitely.... Click here to read more.
Manawatu Bonsai Meeting
14th Feb - 13th NovManawatu Bonsai meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to share information and experience the art of bonsai. Learn how to create a bonsai from a suitable nursery tree or backyard bush. Meetings.... Click here to read more.
Sunday Glass Art Workshops '12 : Introduction to Kiln Glass
4th Mar - 2nd DecGlass artist David Traub is holding his Sunday Introduction to Kiln Glass workshops. Programme content: Make a coloured glass tile, two slumped glass bowls and glass brooches. David will.... Click here to read more.
The Migrating Kitchen Activities
31th Mar - 11th MayThe Migrating Kitchen celebrates cultural diversity in Aotearoa New Zealand, showcasing the food, families and festivals of six local ethnic communities - Filipino, Cook Islands, Russian,.... Click here to read more.
Old-Time and Social Dancing
7th Apr - 5th MayCome and enjoy an evening of old-time social dancing. Cost includes supper. Sat, Apr 7, 7:30pm - 11:00pm Sat, May 5, 7:30pm - 11:00pm. Click here to read more.
Everybody's Market
8th Apr - 8th JulHeld at the Aramoho Shopping Centre next to the 4 Square. 9am -1pm every Sunday. Phone Dan 063439148 or txt 0210651106. Sun, Apr 8, 9:00am - 1:00pm Sun, Apr 15, 9:00am - 1:00pm Sun, Apr 22, 9:00am.... Click here to read more.
Open Mic Nights
11th Apr - 23th MayThe Ashhurst Inn has a great night of music with PA, guitars, congos, maracas all supplied, or you can bring down your own instruments, put your name on the board and entertain us. All genres and.... Click here to read more.
Open Studio - Ongoing Art Classes/Painting Club
11th Apr - 20th JunOpen studio, rolling class and art club New to Ochre Art School! With tutor Kirsty Porter. Ongoing “open studio” sessions where everyone can work on personal or study projects of their choice.... Click here to read more.
Ladies Night
12th Apr - 3rd MayEvery Thursday at Mt Cue Bar is ladies night! Some of the best deals in town for cocktails, drinks, karaoke and pool. Special surprises like the weekly cocktail or bar flaring will keep you wanting.... Click here to read more.
400kw Holden V8 Race Drive Experience
12th Apr - 17th MayIf you have ever wanted to experience the absolute extreme thrill of driving a fully modified 400kw 5700cc V8 Holden race car... Then this is definitely for you! Experience life in the fast lane as.... Click here to read more.
Holden Driver Training
12th Apr - 17th MayNZ Advanced Driver Training is New Zealand's premier advanced driver training service providers. Thu, Apr 12, 8:00am - 5:00pm Mon, May 7, 8:00am - 5:00pm Thu, May 17, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Click here to read more.
Pool Comp
12th Apr - 31th MayEvery Wednesday night. Great spot prizes and bar tabs to be won! Thu, Apr 12, 8:00pm - 10:00pm Thu, May 31, 8:00pm - 10:00pm. Click here to read more.
Manawatu Orchid Society Monthly Meeting.
12th Apr - 13th DecMeetings are held on the second Thursday of each month from February to December. Visitors are welcome to attend. Thu, Apr 12, 7:30pm - 10:00pm Thu, May 10, 7:30pm - 10:00pm Thu, Jun 14, 7:30pm -.... Click here to read more.
Manfeild Test Day
13th Apr - 15th JunManfeild test days are for competition cars and motorcycles. Gates open at 8am – entrance via Rata Street. Cost is $100 (per vehicle) which can be paid when signing in. For car specs and further.... Click here to read more.
You Can Always Hand Them Back - A Show About Grandparents
14th Apr - 26th MayWorld premiere. By Roger Hall, with Music and lyrics by Peter Skellern. You Can Always Hand Them Back covers the different stages of being a grandparent: the long-awaited joyful arrival of the.... Click here to read more.
Sanson Market
15th Apr - 24th JunHeld every Sunday, featuring over 30 stalls. Everyone welcome. The market is on the corner of the Palmerston North - Wellington intersection, so lots of traffic. Well established market has been.... Click here to read more.
Griffin Shield- Turbo Touch
17th Apr - 22th MayThe Griffin Shield is a multi-sport challenge held throughout the year with points accumulating so that at the end of the 5th league we will have an overall winner that gets guardianship of the.... Click here to read more.
Ohau Market
21th Apr - 19th MayThis market is held on the 3rd Saturday of each month. We're just 12 minutes north of Otaki. Turn left at Ohau into Muhunoa Road West and the Ohau Hall is on the right about 200 metres. If coming.... Click here to read more.
Manfeild Indoor Winter Show Jumping Series
22th Apr - 26th AugEntries close on the Tuesday immediately prior to each show. Entries accepted on the day at 25% extra. All classes will be held in the Manfeild Indoor Stadium. Ponies - 8am start with $5 practice.... Click here to read more.
Baby Signs - Sign, Say & Play Classes
23th Apr - 28th MayWant to teach your baby to sign in a fun, fully interactive, educational environment? Come and enrol in our course of six 45 minute classes. Each class has been cleverly structured to provide you.... Click here to read more.
Painting Course - Introduction to Watercolours
24th Apr - 29th MayGuest tutor: Adrienne Whitehead We are delighted that highly regarded tutor Adrienne Whitehead has agreed to teach this one-off, entry-level watercolour course for Ochre Art School. Students will.... Click here to read more.
Basic Portraiture Course: Life Drawing Detail
25th Apr - 2nd MayLife Drawing Detail: Portraiture - Basic Tutor: Maho Murakami A class addressing issues and technique when tackling portraiture. Using pencil and working from photos, students will learn aspects of.... Click here to read more.
Te Manawa Tots: Term 2
26th Apr - 29th JunEnjoy a full term of sessions designed for parents and their young children to share together, featuring a different topic and a fun, hands-on activity each week from one of our exciting.... Click here to read more.
Backyard League
27th Apr - 7th SepLearn the fundamentals through skills, drills & mini games. 5-12 year old boys & girls 4.00 -5.30 pm every Friday throughout terms 2 & 3 from 27th April Arena Manawatu (back fields) No need to.... Click here to read more.
The Deciker
28th Apr - 5th MayThe Deciker is a play written, directed, and performed by students of Massey University. The Deciker is a dark tale of a fictional society in which children are raised separate from society and.... Click here to read more.
Saturday Art Classes: Term 2
28th Apr - 30th JunA fun relaxed art class for kids where they can experience using a variety of media and enhance their artistic abilities all while having a great time. 6-8 years: $85 9.00 - 10.00am 9-11 years: $90.... Click here to read more.
High Tea
29th Apr - 28th OctLast Sunday of every month April – October 2012. Bookings essential The luxurious afternoon dining experience. Spoil yourself, family or friends with a scrumptious high tea at Hotel Coachman..... Click here to read more.
Breakfast with April Ieremia
1st MayNetball star - TV personality - Mum of two. Now April Ieremia shares the high and lows and eventual solution to her weight loss battle. No gimmicks. No tricks. It’s all in the book! And she'll.... Click here to read more.
Menopause the Musical
1st MaySee what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 10 years! Since 2001, women of all ages have had their spirits lifted by the show’s light-hearted look at menopause. This.... Click here to read more.


