What's on

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.

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Manawatu Saddle Up Twilight Rally

13th Oct - 19th Apr

Thu, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Wed, Nov 9, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Thu, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Tue, Dec 6, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Thu, Jan 19, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Wed, Feb 22, 4:00pm - 8:00pm Thu, Mar 22, 4:00pm -.... Click here to read more.


Mitre10 Mega Summer Race Series

17th Nov - 15th Mar

This is a fun local race series held in the evenings during summer. A variety of venues are used throughout the series, from the riverbank tracks at Ashhurst and Paneiri Park, to the old Landfill.... Click here to read more.


Baby Signs Parent Workshop

11th Jan - 29th Mar

Want to learn all about signing with your baby, but just don’t have the time to come to classes each week? The Parent Workshop is for you! It is a one off presentation designed to introduce.... Click here to read more.


Blokes 'n' Beer

25th Jan - 1st Mar

Similar to our "Women and Wine" programme, "Blokes 'n' Beer" is a discovery squash programme for men. It will teach the basics of the game and set you up with all you need to know for playing.... Click here to read more.


Women & Wine

25th Jan - 1st Mar

Women & Wine is a discovery Squash programme for ladies. It teaches the basics of the game and will set you up with all you need to know for playing squash in the future! The programme runs for 6.... Click here to read more.


Properties of Oil Paint Course

30th Jan - 5th Mar

Tutor: Kirsty Porter Working in pure abstraction, we will explore the facets of opacity, sheen, colour, tint, glazes and texture possible with oil paint. A must-do course for those wishing to start.... Click here to read more.


Art Course - Landscape Painting: Traditions and Beyond

2nd Feb - 8th Mar

Landscape painting: traditions and beyond Tutor: Kirsty Porter Landscape painting has long been the canon of imagery depicted in the tradition of painting. But how can landscape painting be.... Click here to read more.


Tuesday Doubles

7th Feb - 15th May

Starting 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.


Open Mic Nite

8th Feb - 28th Mar

Every 2nd and 4th Wed of the month, open mic at the Ashhurst Inn, great food, great service, great atmosphere, bring ya instrument, PA supplied, guitars, congos, marracas, an evening of like-minded.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Home Birth Association Get Together

8th Feb - 14th Nov

The 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.


Ladies Night

9th Feb - 9th Mar

Every 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.


Summer Series Tweens & Teens

10th Feb - 16th Mar

Ph 323 5312 for more information. Fri, Feb 10, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Fri, Feb 17, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Fri, Feb 24, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Fri, Mar 2, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Fri, Mar 9, 7:30pm - 9:30pm Fri, Mar 16, 7:30pm.... Click here to read more.


Dannevirke Business House Touch

10th Feb - 30th Mar

Touch is one of the fastest growing sports in New Zealand and after years of hibernation, the senior competition will return to Coronation Park, Dannevirke! Touch is a great sport enjoyed by all.... Click here to read more.


Old Time Social Dance

11th Feb - 10th Mar

Come and enjoy an evening of old-time social dancing. Supper provided. Sat, Feb 11, 7:30pm - 11:00pm Sat, Mar 10, 7:30pm - 11:00pm. Click here to read more.


Saturday Art Classes: Term One

11th Feb - 31th Mar

A 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! Book for our classes. Cost covers all.... Click here to read more.


Pedal Pushers Palmy: I Tri'd The Tri Series 2012

13th Feb - 12th Mar

Kids Triathlon Series. Running for five consecutive weeks through the Summer, measure your progress throughout the series. Enter all five events before the 4th February and get a free race T-Shirt..... Click here to read more.


Art Course: Let's Paint Acrylics: CANCELLED

13th Feb - 19th Mar

Tutor: Beth McGill Bring your nature-based, Kiwiana, landscape photos, sketches or ideas with you to this class. Visual artist Beth McGill will help you capture your ideas in an intuitive way, and.... Click here to read more.


Baby Signs Sign, Say & Play Classes

13th Feb - 19th Mar

Want 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.


Little Ears

13th Feb - 2nd Apr

"Little Ears" - stories & songs for under 5's. All pre-schoolers and their caregivers welcome. Term 1 themes, in order, are: Alphabet Bears Birds Cats Farm Jungle Babies Easter Mon, Feb 13, 9:00am.... Click here to read more.


EcoWars

13th Feb - 27th Apr

$15,000 worth of prizes for student flats around Palmy! Ten teams of flatties will go head to head over seven weeks in their quest to save dosh, save the world and win. Six workshops over seven.... Click here to read more.


Holden V8 Hot Laps

13th Feb - 28th May

If 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.


Pilates Beginners Course

14th Feb - 20th Mar

Find your perfect balance of strength, tone and flexibility using the popular Pilates method. This beginners' course involves 6 specifically designed exercise sessions over 6 weeks (Tuesday.... Click here to read more.


Tennis Manawatu Primary Schools Grasshoppers Term 1 League

14th Feb - 27th Mar

Players: Primary school children from year 5 to year 8. New & beginner players. Teams: Mixed teams of 4 players from your School Cost: $80 per team, with Tennis Manawatu supplying the Tennis Balls..... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Bonsai Meeting

14th Feb - 13th Nov

Manawatu 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.


Tennis Manawatu Secondary Schools League Term 1 2012

15th Feb - 21th Mar

Cost: $80 for each team of 4, each team will receive a free can of tennis balls to keep at the conclusion of the competition. Entry deadline is 1pm Friday the 10th of February for school to have.... Click here to read more.


No 32 Squadron Air Training Corps

16th Feb - 5th Apr

No 32 Squadron Air Training Corps is part of the New Zealand Cadet Forces. We are a voluntary youth organisation with a military flavour. We are not part of the Royal New Zealand Air Force or the.... Click here to read more.


MLTC Club Grasshoppers

17th Feb - 30th Mar

Club Grasshoppers is following on from the Grasshoppers Schools Programme. Cost:$2 per child each week (must have minimum of 12 children per group) or cost will increase. Groups: 1 4pm to 4.30 (5.... Click here to read more.


Ohau Market

18th Feb - 17th Mar

This 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.


Kids Art Classes

20th Feb - 2nd Apr

We will be exploring McKinnons Reserve in a creative way, making on-site and also creating pieces at REACT base. Sculpture, painting & lantern-making will all be covered. With funding gained from.... Click here to read more.


Griffin Shield- Volleyball League

21th Feb - 27th Mar

The 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.


Portraiture Course

24th Feb - 2nd Mar

Life drawing detail: portraiture 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.


Zest - Music on the Streets

27th Feb - 3rd Mar

Zest is the street music festival to support events organised by community organisations during the week of 27th February. Access Manawatu’s Sounds of Summer kicks off the week on Monday 27th.... Click here to read more.


Palmy O'Week Passport

28th Feb - 1st Mar

The Empire Hotel, The Office, and Murphy's Law are giving away over $2000 worth of prizes to help kickstart the studying year! Attend the 3 events held by The Main St Party Bars, buy one of their.... Click here to read more.


Baby Signs Sign, Say & Play Classes

29th Feb - 4th Apr

Want 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.


Business House Squash

1st Mar

We are now taking entries for our very popular SquashGym Business House competitio. To register your team please return your team's entry from along with the entry fee to the SquashGym Pro Shop or.... Click here to read more.


Daniel O'Donnell

1st Mar

Adrian Bohm proudly presents Daniel O'Donnell with special guest Mary Duff. Ireland’s most popular ‘easy listening’ singer, Daniel O’Donnell returns to New Zealand in February/March 2012..... Click here to read more.


Midnight Switch

1st Mar

Midnight Switch are pumped and ready to perform their debut show, live in The Square at lunchtime on Thursday 1st March. The boys will rip through 20 original songs, and feel privileged to "Release.... Click here to read more.


Orienteering Summer Series

1st Mar

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Out of the Darkness - Movie, Bubbles and Nibbles

1st Mar

Mike Webber (well known Wanganui "retired" optometrist) and Rose Charities are screening an award winning documentary by Stefano Levi, "Out of the Darkness," to raise funds to purchase a truck to.... Click here to read more.


Science Cafe

1st Mar

The psychology behind terrorism and insurgency. With local, national and international incidents still making media headlines today, we ask a local expert what motivates some of these groups. Have.... Click here to read more.


Mountaineater w/ Von Thundersvolt & Caves

1st Mar - 2nd Mar

Mountaineater March Tour 2012 Doors from 9pm Pre sale tickets Under the Radar: http://www.undertheradar.co.nz/utr/ticket Cosmic Corner: http://www.cosmicticketing.co.nz/ - Mountaineater "If you.... Click here to read more.


National Youth & Opens Provincial Touch Championship

1st Mar - 3rd Mar

38 teams from around New Zealand will come to the Manawatu to compete in the annual National Youth and Open provincial touch championship over three exciting days. Head down to Ongley Park to check.... Click here to read more.


La Fiesta - A Celebration of Women

1st Mar - 15th Mar

Events marked with an asterisk* take place at the Women’s Network (75 St Hill Street); ph 3456833. 01/03 *10am: Yoga on the lawn. 7pm: From Pina Colada to Parthenogenesis, Museum, $5. Ph 3491110..... Click here to read more.


Harp Masterworks

2nd Mar

The concert harp takes the spotlight as harpist Ingrid Bauer performs a dazzling array of classical masterworks. This concert will surprise and delight, with music from across seven countries and.... Click here to read more.


Henpicked

2nd Mar

Henpicked has been invited to guest at the Whanganui Musicians Club. They hold this at the old Savage Club Hall, a lovely old venue with a great sound by all reports. We're not sure exactly how the.... Click here to read more.


I am Giant

2nd Mar - 3rd Mar

I Am Giant have to returned to NZ for their biggest national tour ever! 2011 was a massive year for I Am Giant – their debut album ‘The Horrifying Truth’ debuted No 2 in the charts and is.... Click here to read more.


Re-Ignition

2nd Mar - 3rd Mar

The Stomach is back with a vengeance, and for the first of our short return to live performances, March 2nd and 3rd will see The Stomach re-ignite, with sets by... Friday March 2nd Hydro Raspberry.... Click here to read more.


Turbostill Vinyl Release Party w Boss Christ, Pompom, STT

2nd Mar - 3rd Mar

Turbostill will be celebrating the release of our 7 Inch Vinyl at The Royal. Track listing- Side A 1- Motherf*cker like you 2- Roll Me Another Side B 3- Liquid Death 4- Blood on my hands Vinyl on.... Click here to read more.


World Day of Prayer

2nd Mar - 3rd Mar

Ph 323 6936.. Click here to read more.


Crafternoon Tea

2nd Mar - 30th Mar

Every Friday, 2pm come to the living room of the city for some craft, chat and a cup of tea. Bring some handwork (knitting, sewing etc.), meet some new people, have a chat while you craft. All ages.... Click here to read more.


All Aussie Car Day

3rd Mar

The first annual All Aussie car day is being run by the Manawatu Ford Club on the railway land, Main St, Palmerston North. With 50% of proceeds going to Starship. All Australian cars are welcome,.... Click here to read more.


Bull Riding NZ National Finals

3rd Mar

The national finals are on again, it is the showcase of our bull riding calendar. The top main event cowboys and the top qualifying cowboys will be completing for their respective champions titles..... Click here to read more.


Bullfrog Rata

3rd Mar

Well known bluesman Bullfrog Rata will be bringing his bluesband to the Bent Horseshoe Cafe. Bullfrog has played the cafe many times before and always has a dynamic show. Guest artist for this gig.... Click here to read more.


CDC Dahlia Show

3rd Mar

Come along and see all the beautiful blooms, all colours and varieties. For more information contact Mr Gordon Anderson - 06 3238857 . Click here to read more.


Cheese Making for Beginners

3rd Mar

You can create wonderful cheeses easily and economically at home, and a hands-on cheese making workshop at Half Cow Farm will help you to get started. Come along and learn how to make a range of.... Click here to read more.


Hester Guy Demonstration - Fundraiser for Kairanga Lions

3rd Mar

10.30am. Ticket includes light morning tea. Ph 357 2426 or 027 574 6731.. Click here to read more.


In Our Hands - Charity Concert

3rd Mar

In Our Hands is a fundraising concert aiming to highlight a family/individual in need of a hand. On returning from her win at the LA Music Awards Anita Prime became aware of the challenges facing 9.... Click here to read more.


Mason Clinic Prisoners EP Release Tour

3rd Mar

After more than 2 years of making noise around Auckland, we've had 6 songs put on CD so you can listen to us on your way to work every morning and to blast at your parties on the weekend! To.... Click here to read more.


Super Saloon Series

3rd Mar

Mustangs, Camaros, Trans Ams, Corvettes, Commodore V8s, door handle to door handle. . Click here to read more.


TSB Bank Dressage Musical Extravaganza 2012

3rd Mar

The TSB Bank Dressage Musical Extravaganza is an evening competition including the Grand Prix Musical Freestyle equestrian entertainment and live music. The beauty, power, skill, expression and.... Click here to read more.


Led Zeppelin - Whole Lotta Led & Guns and Roses - GnFnR

3rd Mar - 4th Mar

One night only! Come and rock out with two of NZ's best live tribute bands on the same bill. Not to be missed! These two bands are rated as the best in the business. Whole Lotta Led, "The Led.... Click here to read more.


Locomotion 2012

3rd Mar - 4th Mar

Visiting locomotives and traction engines from other NZ Model Engineering Clubs. Passenger hauling trains operating from 10 am to 4 pm each day. Static display of locomotives from the Marriner.... Click here to read more.


Welcome to the Jungle - Dress Up Dance Party

3rd Mar - 4th Mar

Mr Cue orientation week special! Do you know where you are?... You in the jungle baby! For the first time at Mr Cue Bar, we are throwing a jungle themed dance party! The bar will be transformed.... Click here to read more.


Children's Day - Family Picnic In the Park

4th Mar

Bouncy castle, children's entertainment and rides. Flying fox, games, spot prizes and more. Bring the family and a picnic to celebrate the theme 'Spending time'. Children under 14 yrs must be.... Click here to read more.


Lazy Summer Sundays - Jazz Trio

4th Mar

Jazz Trio Tim Williams (violin), Wade Reeve, (guitar) and Richard Prowse (double-bass) are energetic musicians with a repertoire ranging from Grapelli/Reinhardt to regular forays into bebop and.... Click here to read more.


Milson United JFC Fun Day and Registration

4th Mar

Milson United Junior Football Club Winter season 2012 player registration & fun day Sausage sizzle & games; $1 for a sausage and a drink. New players from any school welcome, 4-11years, boys &.... Click here to read more.


Summer Concert Series - Concert in the Park

4th Mar

Sunday, 4 March, 2.00 - 7.00pm The second concert in the Palmerston north Summer Concert Series is showcasing 3 great artists/bands - headliner act - Anika Moa, The Thomas Oliver Band and local.... Click here to read more.


Summer Concert Series - Concert in the Park

4th Mar

Fitzherbert Park, Sunday 4th March 2:00pm-7.00pm The second concert in the Palmerston north Summer Concert Series is showcasing 3 great artists/bands - headliner act - Anika Moa, The Thomas Oliver.... Click here to read more.


Summer Concert Series - Concert in the Park

4th Mar

The second concert in the Palmerston north Summer Concert Series is showcasing 3 great artists/bands - headliner act - Anika Moa, The Thomas Oliver Band and local bands Dirt Box Charlie and The.... Click here to read more.


Summer Concert Series, Concert in the Park

4th Mar

The second concert in the Palmerston north Summer Concert Series is showcasing 3 great artists/bands - headliner act - Anika Moa, The Thomas Oliver Band and local band Dirt Box Charlie. Anika Moa -.... Click here to read more.


Toy Collectors' Fair

4th Mar

Toy Collectors' Fair organised by collectors, for collectors. Matchbox, Corgi Fun Ho trains, plastic kits and much more.. Click here to read more.


New Zealand Hockey Masters

4th Mar - 10th Mar

Despite being 40+ for men and 35+ for women, this is one competitive battle for the New Zealand Hockey Masters title! The National Masters Hockey Tournament will be held in Palmerston North in.... Click here to read more.


Sunday Glass Art Workshops '12 : Introduction to Kiln Glass

4th Mar - 2nd Dec

Glass 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.


Organic Lifestyle

5th Mar - 9th Mar

Yoga, horses, country garden food, massages and more! Join Asherah at rural Makoura Lodge for a 5 day, 4 night all inclusive "Get back to Nature" retreat. Programme includes introductory yoga &.... Click here to read more.


Schools' Seven Training Camp

5th Mar - 19th Mar

Learn the fundamentals of playing sevens rugby. Now a 2016 Olympic sport, the regional and national selectors will be watching the Regional Secondary Schools’ Sevens tournament with interest..... Click here to read more.


KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund Community Review

6th Mar - 22th Mar

KiwiSport is a government funding initiative to support sport for school-aged children. KiwiSport was launched by Prime Minister John Key on 11 August 2009. KiwiSport provides funding for.... Click here to read more.


MTB Skills

6th Mar - 27th Mar

Tuesdays. Learn to handle a MTB on a variety of terrain. How to brake, corner, climb hills and at the same time get fitter. Suitable for for all ages. From 6ish. Trail development. We have started.... Click here to read more.


KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund Community Review

7th Mar

KiwiSport is a government funding initiative to support sport for school-aged children. KiwiSport was launched by Prime Minister John Key on 11 August 2009. KiwiSport provides funding for.... Click here to read more.


PNFS: The Skin I Live In

7th Mar

The Skin I Live In by Pedro Almodóvar is the Society’s opening film. Film Society has been able to secure the New Zealand Premiere of The Skin I Live In by Pedro Almodóvar on March 7th. Thanks.... Click here to read more.


The Era of Swing

7th Mar

A fresh look at this stunning era of music, so swing along with Operatunity and special guest singers and instrumentalists with songs and music from Glen Miller, The Rat Pack and more... Tickets.... Click here to read more.


Sport Strapping Workshop

7th Mar - 21th Mar

Cost: $30.00 payable by cash, cheque & EFTPOS at Sport Manawatu. Covering strapping techniques for the wrist, ankle, elbow and shoulder over three separate Wednesday evenings. The workshop will be.... Click here to read more.


Great Rugby Road Trip featuring Webb Ellis Cup

8th Mar

A massive nationwide rugby tour to say ‘thank you, New Zealand’, and featuring the coveted Webb Ellis Cup stops off in Wanganui for a day to remember. The Road Trip will showcase New Zealand.... Click here to read more.


KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund Community Review

8th Mar

KiwiSport is a government funding initiative to support sport for school-aged children. KiwiSport was launched by Prime Minister John Key on 11 August 2009. KiwiSport provides funding for.... Click here to read more.


Mike Langford: Photography Talk

8th Mar

The New Zealand Institute of Professional Photographers presents a talk by Mike Langford, award-winning photographer and current president of NZIPP. Come and hear Mike Langford's take on.... Click here to read more.


Orienteering Summer Series

8th Mar

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Five Bands - Punk Rock 'n' Roll Night

8th Mar - 9th Mar

Five bands. Five bucks. The Boxcar Rattle All The Wrong Reasons Nana Squad Killing Bear Soviet Space Dog The Boxcar Rattle are a three-piece rock and roll band from Wellington. Since forming last.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Summer Shakespeare 2012 - Much Ado About Nothing

8th Mar - 17th Mar

One of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies, Much Ado About Nothing follows the adventures, misadventures, steps and missteps of two pairs of lovers - the serious Claudio and Hero and the merry (and.... Click here to read more.


Schools' Sevens Training Camp

8th Mar - 22th Mar

Learn the fundamentals of playing sevens rugby. Now a 2016 Olympic sport, the regional and national selectors will be watching the Regional Secondary Schools’ Sevens tournament with interest..... Click here to read more.


MTB Skills

8th Mar - 29th Mar

Thursdays (excluding race nights 15th March). Anyone over 13 who wants to improve their riding fitness and skills. Learn how to brake, corner, climb hills and at the same time get fitter. Suitable.... Click here to read more.


Under 13 MTB Skills

8th Mar - 29th Mar

Thursdays - under 13s session. Basic skills. Learn to handle a mountain bike on a variety of terrain. How to brake, corner, climb hills and at the same time get fitter. Suitable for for all.... Click here to read more.


Ear Health Check & Hearing Screening

9th Mar

Jo Marsh from Bay Audiology will be visiting us on site to check your ears and test your hearing. Please register your name by phoning 354 5690 for an appointment.. Click here to read more.


Marianne Elliott: Zen Under Fire

9th Mar

Author Marianne Elliot talks about how she kept her cool while keeping the peace in Afghanistan. In 2006 Marianne Elliott, a human rights lawyer from New Zealand, was stationed with the UN in.... Click here to read more.


Phil Drane @ Levin Folk Club

9th Mar

‘An Evening with Phil Drane’ might best be described as a light-hearted two-hour cultural experience featuring the traditional and contemporary folksongs of Phil’s Lancashire and English.... Click here to read more.


Landscape in Oil Pastels Course

9th Mar - 16th Mar

Tutor: Maho Murakami Using landscape a subject matter, students will gain expertise in the art of layering colour in oil pastels, learn simple perspective techniques and general oil pastel skills..... Click here to read more.


Te Manawa Tots

9th Mar - 30th Mar

Te Manawa Tots is held every Thursday and Friday (repeat sessions). Thursday sessions for this popular programme are currently fully booked, but spaces for the Friday sessions are still available -.... Click here to read more.


Anna Coddington

10th Mar

Anna Coddington released her critically acclaimed sophomore album Cat & Bird in Feb last year, firmly establishing herself as an artist of note in her homeland. Described by critics as ‘a.... Click here to read more.


Autumn in the Organic Vegie Patch

10th Mar

Keep your food garden growing through all the seasons! Autumn in the Vegie Patch looks at the essential autumn jobs to keep your food garden productive through autumn and winter. Learn how to do.... Click here to read more.


Funny Chokers - Laughing Samoans

10th Mar

Here's the latest from one of New Zealand's most successful comedy acts. Funny Chokers is bound to be another comedy hit from the team that brought you previous shows such as A Small Samoan.... Click here to read more.


Garden Party

10th Mar

Bring a group of friends, a cushion or two, and relax to the sounds of Blackberry Jam whilst enjoying a picnic lunch of spit roast meat, salad and other goodies, including a free glass of Pohangina.... Click here to read more.


Hato Pāora College 2012 Gala Day

10th Mar

Attractions at the gala: Various kai stalls - puku burgers, rewana, fried bread, kaimoana, hangi, waffles and fruit kebabs (choc fountain for dipping), cake stall etc Activities - face/moko.... Click here to read more.


Hiwinui Hoedown

10th Mar

Hiwinui School is hosting a family fun evening for all ages! Three local bands - Lookout Joe, Gallimautry & Ukebox - will be playing music throughout the night. Come out for a bit of a dance, get.... Click here to read more.


Puertas Quartet

10th Mar

Ellie Fagg, Tom Norris (violins), Julia Joyce (viola), Andrew Joyce (cello) Prince Edward Auditorium, Wanganui Collegiate School Within just six months of its formation in 2009, the Puertas Quartet.... Click here to read more.


Relay For Life

10th Mar

This Relay for Life will be held at the College of Education, Massey University. Relay For Life is not a race – it’s a celebration and awareness raising event for cancer survivors, their.... Click here to read more.


The Great Rugby Road Trip

10th Mar

The Great Rugby Road Trip seeks to encourage support of rugby and to say “thank you New Zealand” for your part in the successful hosting of Rugby World Cup 2011 and the winning of the Webb.... Click here to read more.


Tiritea School's Monster Garage Sale

10th Mar

Come along and grab a bargain from the white elephant and plant stalls. If you get hungry we have drinks, home-made cakes, and our fabulous sausage sizzle to feed your hunger. Take a ticket or two.... Click here to read more.


Yoga Class for Yoga Stops Traffick

10th Mar

Yoga Stops Traffick NZ is part of a global effort to benefit children in India. During the week of March 4-10 there will be events like yoga classes, workshops, talks and films all over New.... Click here to read more.


Alizarin Lizard - The Weekend Went Without You Album Tour

10th Mar - 11th Mar

Presented by MrYoda Productions. Dunedin quartet Alizarin Lizard are embarking on a lengthy tour throughout New Zealand to promote their debut full-length release 'The Weekend Went Without You'..... Click here to read more.


Deaths Door Presents: End Of Days Onslaught

10th Mar - 11th Mar

Free entry- no excuses! Come and bang yo' head to pure Kiwi metal! Forsaken - Hails from Palmy - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Forsaken/125553650821233 Kavort - Hails from Wanganui - .... Click here to read more.


Michael James Manaia

10th Mar - 17th Mar

In Association with Taki Rua By John Broughton Staring Te Kohe Tuhaka. 20 years after it burst onto the stages of the world, writer John Broughton's iconic piece of Kiwi theatre returns. Michael.... Click here to read more.


Open Lantern Making Workshop

10th Mar - 21th Mar

Come make a lantern from sustainably grown materials. Junk and Disorderly host this set of workshops making lanterns to be paraded at the festival of cultures in Palmerston North. Sat, Mar 10,.... Click here to read more.


Groove Method Fitness Class

10th Mar - 28th Apr

The Groove Method is a ridiculously fun workout with a dance focus. Be amongst the first to try Groove Method Fitness Classes, which help develop functional strength, increase cardiovascular.... Click here to read more.


10cc: CANCELLED

11th Mar

Due to circumstances beyond the promoter's control, this event has had to be cancelled. Refunds are available from point of purchase. . Click here to read more.


Behind the Hedges of Horowhenua - A Country Lifestyle Trail

11th Mar

Explore lovely country properties in rural Horowhenua. Enjoy local produce, entertainment, food and stalls. Boxes of fresh, local produce are available for pre-ordering when buying tickets. Tickets.... Click here to read more.


Franck Monnet and French Film Festival Photography Launch

11th Mar

As part of our Lazy Summer Sundays, join us and the Alliance Francaise for an afternoon with wonderful French singer Franck Monett and the launch of photography exhibition 'Paris and Cinema'. The.... Click here to read more.


Linton Country School Trail Ride

11th Mar

Brand new ride over land that hasn’t seen a motorbike event for many many years. The route is still being worked on and we will add details as and when they come available. The ride will take you.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Toyota Family Triathlon

11th Mar

3 courses available. Kids come along with your parents, friends and family members to participate in our fun family triathlon. Family participation is encouraged by forming family teams to do one.... Click here to read more.


Phil Drane

11th Mar

‘An Evening with Phil Drane’ might best be described as a light-hearted two-hour cultural experience featuring the traditional and contemporary folksongs of Phil’s Lancashire and English.... Click here to read more.


Te Manawa Sunday Concert Series

11th Mar

"East meets West" -- Duo Tapas performers Rupa Maitra, violin, and Owen Moriarty (guitar) from Wellington present an exciting program featuring works by Bartok, Imamovic, Krouse and Piazolla. Entry.... Click here to read more.


The Bush Cycle Tour

11th Mar

MacDougalls 110km, Pahiatua Take Note 55km, Tour de Toki 15km ride and Christie Stone Relay.. Click here to read more.


The Great Rugby Road Trip

11th Mar

The Great Rugby Road Trip seeks to encourage support of rugby and to say “thank you New Zealand” for your part in the successful hosting of Rugby World Cup 2011 and the winning of the Webb.... Click here to read more.


Connected Roadshow - Parents' Guide To Teens And Technology

12th Mar

Parents Inc., in partnership with Vodafone, is taking to the road to promote safe and responsible use of the internet and mobile phones by kids and teenagers. Connected, a programme put together by.... Click here to read more.


Great Rugby Road Trip featuring Webb Ellis Cup

12th Mar

A massive nationwide rugby tour to say ‘thank you, New Zealand’, and featuring the coveted Webb Ellis Cup stops off in Dannevirke for a day to remember. The Road Trip will showcase New Zealand.... Click here to read more.


Supergrans: Winter Gardening Workshop

12th Mar

Join the Supergrans team for an informative workshop on the basics of organic household food production, including: soil preparation, winter garden placement, crop covers, plant selection and.... Click here to read more.


The Era of Swing

12th Mar

A fresh look at this stunning era of music, so swing along with Operatunity and special guest singers and instrumentalists with songs and music from Glen Miller, The Rat Pack and more... Tickets.... Click here to read more.


The Great Rugby Road Trip

12th Mar

Come and take look, have some fun and celebrate the All Blacks' success. The Rugby World Cup, as well as lots of other trophies, will be on display, so you can get an up-close look, and even have.... Click here to read more.


Festival of Cultures Lantern Making

12th Mar - 23th Mar

Visit Te Manawa during usual opening hours and build a lantern to take to the Festival of Cultures Lantern Parade! Mon, Mar 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm Tue, Mar 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm Wed, Mar 14, 10:00am -.... Click here to read more.


Angelina Ballerina Storytime with Hannah from RNZB

13th Mar - 16th Mar

Brush off your tutu, channel your inner dancer and come along to Angelina Ballerina Storytime. We would love to see you there dressed in your favourite ballet costume. Learn some new ballet moves.... Click here to read more.


PNFS: The Postman Always Rings Twice

14th Mar

Directed by Tay Garnett USA 1946 113mins (PG adult themes) The trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mi4UaQWN_H8 MGM cast rising star John Garfield as Cain's opportunistic drifter, Frank.... Click here to read more.


David Merritt: Poetry Reading

15th Mar

Join travelling-street-poet David Merritt, supported by local writers, as he performs his heartfelt and provocative poetry as part of New Zealand Book Month. David's writes about travelling, rural.... Click here to read more.


Field Days Opening Dinner

15th Mar

Guest speaker is Cameron Bagrie, Chief Economist - National/ANZ Bank. Bar 5.30pm, buffet meal served 6.30pm. Tickets, $25, Feilding Information Centre. Ph 323 3318.. Click here to read more.


The Ultimate Relationship; an evening with Sri Yanchiji

15th Mar

A once in a lifetime opportunity: Sri Yanchiji offers you an uncensored spiritual wake-up call using humour, profound insight and real talk on real matters. His point of view affects everything,.... Click here to read more.


David Merritt: Writer-in-Residence

15th Mar - 16th Mar

As part of New Zealand Book Month, street-poet, book-maker and touring provocateur David Merritt will be 'in residence' at the library for two days. He will be making books on site and will be.... Click here to read more.


Central Districts Field Days

15th Mar - 17th Mar

Central Districts Field Days is the largest regional agricultural field days in NZ - over 500 exhibitors and over 34,000 visitors over three days. The official tabloid programme is the chance to.... Click here to read more.


Alliance Francaise French Film Festival

15th Mar - 25th Mar

From 15 - 25 March 2012 a fabulous selection of French films will be gracing Palmerston North screens at Cinema Gold during the Alliance Française French Film Festival. Proudly sponsored by.... Click here to read more.


Realism in Coloured Pencil Course

15th Mar - 5th Apr

Realism in Colour Pencil Tutor: Scott Meyers Learn the art of rendering images in realism, using Polychromos oil-based pencils. Focusing on birdlife and nature photographs, Scott will take students.... Click here to read more.


Bryan Walpert - History of Glass Book Launch

16th Mar

Local Manawatu writer Bryan Walpert launches his second volume of poetry, 'History of Glass'. The subjects in Bryan Walpert's second collection of poetry are as varied as wildflowers and rivers,.... Click here to read more.


Outsiders, Black Chrome + Guests

16th Mar

Following their USA tour the end of last year Outsiders are back in NZ to support the release of their new EP, and party with friends Black Chrome, Methadonnas & Death Grip. The new EP, Shallow.... Click here to read more.


These Four Walls and Decortica

16th Mar - 17th Mar

These Four Walls and Decortica - Two of NZ's meanest live acts, hit the road for four shows together in March. 2011 was a good year for These Four Walls - a year in which they toured Australia,.... Click here to read more.


Underground Youth Fashion Show

16th Mar - 17th Mar

The Underground Youth Charitable Trust are thrilled to be hosting the 6th Underground Youth Fashion Show. The show is open to all youth aged 12 to 25 in Wanganui and its districts. This year’s.... Click here to read more.


A Brief Guide to Crystal Healing with Yvonne Abbott

17th Mar

Crystals have been used as a metaphysical tool and a status symbol for thousands of years. Many semi-precious stones such as amethyst, carnelian, lapis lazuli and turquoise have been used by.... Click here to read more.


Bush Half Marathon & 10km Fun Run/Walk

17th Mar

The Bush Harrier Club in Pahiatua presents the 27th Davenport Service Centre Half Marathon Run/Walk and the TravelSmart Pahiatua 10km Fun Run/Walk. Come and enjoy our great hospitality for the day..... Click here to read more.


EcoWars Launch Event

17th Mar

EcoWars 2012 is set to launch on Saturday 17th March 2012, kicking off in the Square. We have all seen or heard about 'The Amazing Race'. Well, teams kick off this competition by competing in an.... Click here to read more.


House of Shem, Native Sons & Chad Chambers

17th Mar

Get Ready Owhango Hotel! Aotearoa heavyweights House of Shem will be coming to town on March 17 2012, bringing with them hits from their two gold selling albums "Keep Rising" & the number selling.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Inter Secondary School Athletics Championships

17th Mar

The field will consist of Manawatu's finest young athletes where students compete to be the best in their chosen discipline. Athletes will be vying for a spot as a part of the Manawatu team to.... Click here to read more.


Oroua Parish Auction & Garage Sale

17th Mar

Auction registration 8am, auction 8.30am.Garage sale items include books & magazines, crockery & china, kitchen appliances, vegetables, white elephant, raffles, tea & coffee. Ph 323 2849 or 323 4026. Click here to read more.


St Mark's and St Andrew's Parish Fair

17th Mar

Annual fair held at St Mark's. Everyone welcome. These stalls will be selling: books; cakes and sweets; gifts and gift baskets; China paining; linen; perserves and produce; toys; white elephant and.... Click here to read more.


St Patrick's Day Cruise

17th Mar

Would ya be lookin at dat den - on St Paddy's day the "Paddy" Steamer Waimarie is running an evenin cruise. Bring along your own favourite Irish music CDs and the lads will gladly play it for ya..... Click here to read more.


St Patricks Celtic Concert

17th Mar

Presented by Viking Choir. A selection of Irish, Scottish & Welsh songs. Featuring the Mezzo Soprano Kathleen Procter- Moore. Born in Perth in Scotland, she now resides in Brisbane, Australia..... Click here to read more.


Yesterday's Treasures

17th Mar

Presenting our annual vintage sale with stunning assortments, including: - Quality heritage linen, lace & crochet work - Quilts, pillow shams & guest towels - Victorian clothing - Jewellery -.... Click here to read more.


Feilding Dog Training Club

17th Mar - 18th Mar

Championship obedience. Ph 358 7224. Sat, Mar 17, 9:00am Sun, Mar 18, 9:00am. Click here to read more.


Midnight Switch Rocks St Paddy's

17th Mar - 18th Mar

Midnight Switch are a new band based out of Palmerston North, playing original, grunty good-time rock. As well as a whole nights’ worth of originals, the boys have also thrown in a few popular.... Click here to read more.


St Paddy's Day Celebrations

17th Mar - 18th Mar

Feel like gettin lucky? Well Saturday the 17th of March is St Paddy's day and finally it's fallen on a Saturday night! So why not come and get ya Irish on! Maybe a few Irish remixes but other than.... Click here to read more.


St Patrick's Day Celebrations

17th Mar - 18th Mar

Hey guys, It's that time of year that makes us all want to be Irish. At Murphy's Law we are opening at 7am for breakfast. We have pre-sale tickets available for the breakfast which are $15 or the.... Click here to read more.


St Pats Official After Party

17th Mar - 18th Mar

Malbas Bar Palmerston North puts on St. Patrick's Day's biggest after party every year this being the the biggest yet. With special female guest DJ Tania M and support from Malbas' very own Jaycee.... Click here to read more.


‘Kruze Kimbolton Country’ Trial Bike

18th Mar

Gates open 8.30am, ride starts at 10am. 40km loop trail bike ride with options for the beginner to the experienced rider. This popular, well-marked ride offers a variety of different terain from.... Click here to read more.


Contact TriWoman Series

18th Mar

The Contact TriWoman Series is for all women, whether that’s taking part in your first triathlon or taking on the challenge year on year. We’re all about the taking part, not the winning, the.... Click here to read more.


Federated Farmers Farm Day

18th Mar

Farm Day is a free, interactive, fun event giving children and their families a chance to see what goes on behind the farm gate. Over the last three years more than 12,000 people have visited a.... Click here to read more.


Junior Tiger - Golf

18th Mar

Are you New Zealand's Junior Tiger? A nationwide hunt is on for New Zealand's 2012 Junior Tiger and Feilding Golf Club is hosting our district qualifier for all under 15 children. New to golf? Come.... Click here to read more.


Monarchs In Apollo Park

18th Mar

Park open day planned to see the unique butterfly park we have started to create in Palmerston North, stroll around the new park, learn a little about the butterflies we will attract with dedicated.... Click here to read more.


Mount Biggs Country Fair

18th Mar

Country fair - food & fun. White elephant, books, toys. Raffles, bouncy castle, horizontal bungy. Hair cutting tent - $15 adults, $12 children. Fun activities for all the family. Cow dung raffle.. Click here to read more.


The Meridian Season of Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition

18th Mar

Tickets go on sale 24 October 2011. After hugely successful tours of Australia and the UK, Royal New Zealand Ballet is delighted to be performing this enchanting production, originally created by.... Click here to read more.


Davey Hughes: Untamed

20th Mar

Founder of Swazi-Outdoor Clothing, Davey Hughes will be talking about his book 'Untamed'. We've all seen him on TV's Border Patrol, heading home from a hunting adventure in some wild and far flung.... Click here to read more.


Japanese Traditional Culture and Budo

20th Mar

Asian dialogues public lecture series. Sponsored by the School of Linguistics and International Languages and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Massey University. Presentation of.... Click here to read more.


KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund community review

20th Mar

KiwiSport is a government funding initiative to support sport for school-aged children. KiwiSport was launched by Prime Minister John Key on 11 August 2009. KiwiSport provides funding for.... Click here to read more.


Royal Society of New Zealand Public Lecture

20th Mar

Professor Kevin Gould, Victoria University, Wellington. Leonard Cockayne Memorial Lecture: “Ever-green but seeing red? Deciphering the palette of New Zealand’s flora”.. Click here to read more.


Go4Gold Women Sevens

20th Mar - 21th Mar

Searching for Olympic hopefuls in the Manawatu. The New Zealand Rugby Union will be heading to the Manawatu in the search of Women’s Sevens Olympic hopefuls. Manawatu is hosting one of 14 open.... Click here to read more.


RugbySmart courses

20th Mar - 23th Mar

The Manawatu Rugby Union will be holding RugbySmart courses for all coaches and managers of secondary school and senior club rugby teams. This is a compulsory one hour course concentrated on injury.... Click here to read more.


KiwiSport Regional Partnership Fund Community Review

21th Mar

KiwiSport is a government funding initiative to support sport for school-aged children. KiwiSport was launched by Prime Minister John Key on 11 August 2009. KiwiSport provides funding for.... Click here to read more.


Palmerston North Weet-Bix Tryathlon

21th Mar

What's it all about? The Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon is a Kiwi institution, and this year it is celebrating its 20th anniversary! Be part of this year’s series by entering one of our 12 events, held.... Click here to read more.


PNFS: Mildred Pierce

21th Mar

Directed by Michael Curtiz USA, 1945, 111mins (PG, low level violence) The trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkrUc30A-wU “For a full dose of pure, unfiltered Joan Crawford, look no further.... Click here to read more.


Race Relations Day Morning Tea

21th Mar

You are invited to a family morning tea for Race Relations Day with Palmerston North City Deputy Mayor, Jim Jeffries. Hosted by Settlement Support Manawatu. Events Central, Ground Floor.. Click here to read more.


That's Country

21th Mar

Tours New Zealand for the first time. It's time for New Zealand country music fans to celebrate! In March 2012 for the first time iconic '80s TV show "That's Country" will hit the road on an.... Click here to read more.


Diving + Karaoke Taxi + Daniel Boobyer North Island Tour

22th Mar

New double single "Oscilloscape / The Blue" from Diving! http://divingtheband.bandcamp.com/album/oscilloscape-the-blue New album "Time Killed The Clock" from Daniel .... Click here to read more.


Sanders Alley Geiling

22th Mar

Having astounded audiences around Europe and NZ with their unique and eclectic acoustic sound, Jon Sanders (England/Ireland), Dave Alley (New Zealand) and Toni Geling (Germany) bring their unique.... Click here to read more.


Sires Produce Fashion Preview Evening

22th Mar

Hotel Coachman is proud to be involved with The Manawatu Racing Club on this event. Buy your tickets now from Hotel Coachman. These include a drink on arrival and nibbles. Contact Deborah Fuller.... Click here to read more.


South Pacific

22th Mar - 31th Mar

For the first time since 1961 this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic will delight Palmerston North theatregoers. A full orchestra centre-stage will lead the cast of 50 through such iconic numbers as.... Click here to read more.


Festival of Cultures 2012 Cultural Lantern Parade

23th Mar

There are many different beliefs about the origin of the Lantern Festival, however, it is likely to have had something to do with celebrating and cultivating positive relationships between people,.... Click here to read more.


Old Loaves, Sets, The All Seeing Hand & Captain's Log

23th Mar

Old Loaves are heading to Whanganui for the first time this Friday. Insane noise wizards, The All Seeing Hand and Wellington's newest immigrants, Captain's Log (formerly of Rotorua and accidentally.... Click here to read more.


Sanders Alley Geiling with Paul Symons Band

23th Mar

Having astounded audiences around Europe and NZ with their unique and eclectic acoustic sound, Jon Sanders (England/Ireland), Dave Alley (New Zealand) and Toni Geling (Germany) bring their unique.... Click here to read more.


Staying Safe, Senior Drive & New Road Rules Workshop

23th Mar

Are you aware, as from 5am on the 25th March, two of the give way road rules are changing? Age Concern Manawatu are running courses in your community. Please phone 355 2832 to book.. Click here to read more.


Unbridled Tales of Terror and Suspense

23th Mar - 24th Mar

Radio Control 99.4FM proudly present: - Dr. Monster (New Plymouth); - Black Chrome; - The Methadonnas; - PomPom. Doors open at 9pm. First band on at 9:30pm. Dr. Monster return from their crypt in.... Click here to read more.


Art Course - Japanese-Style Inks

23th Mar - 30th Mar

Tutor: Maho Murakami Learn the art of simple brush strokes using coloured inks and plants as subject matter. Our experienced fine arts tutor will help you practise brush strokes and show you how to.... Click here to read more.


Japanese Inks Course

23th Mar - 30th Mar

Japanese-Style Ink Tutor: Maho Murakami Learn the art of simple brush strokes using coloured inks and plants as subject matter. Our experienced Fine Arts tutor will help you practise brush strokes.... Click here to read more.


Are You Being Served?

23th Mar - 31th Mar

Presented by Wanganui Repertory Theatre at Repertory Theatre TV comedy classic comes to Repertory! All the familiar colourful characters from TV’s ‘Are You Being Served?’ will be brought to.... Click here to read more.


DIY Cheesemaker for a Day - Havarti or Hard Cheese

24th Mar

These intensely practical one day workshops focus in on the techniques for making one or two main cheese types. We'll also teach you how to make ricotta, mascarpone, quark and Greek-style yoghurt..... Click here to read more.


Feilding Cricket Club Home Game

24th Mar

This week is the final of the Premier 2, one day competition, and we are playing Bush at home, at 11am. The Premier 4 T20 final is also on at Kowhai Park, starting at 3pm. Come down and support.... Click here to read more.


Festival of Cultures 2012

24th Mar

Festival of Cultures is one of the longest-standing community events in Palmerston North. This year it is promising to be even more exciting and vibrant. It is our city’s chance to celebrate art,.... Click here to read more.


Festival of Cultures 2012 - A Taste of Culture Cusine Show

24th Mar

Special guests Ray McVinnie, Peta Mathias & Charles Royal. Come and experience for the first time in The Square “A Taste of Culture” at the Festival of Cultures World Food, Craft and Music.... Click here to read more.


Just Zilch Garden Opening

24th Mar

Bring the kids and explore our new garden! Just Zilch is Palmerston North's free food store, take surplus food from cafes, supermarkets and other suppliers, and redistributing it to the community..... Click here to read more.


Lifestylers Car Boot Sale

24th Mar

Come to our lifestylers car boot sale. It's your opportunity to buy & sell chickens, cats, dogs, pigs, budgies, canaries, rabbits, sheep, alpacas, goldfish plus general household items. Cake stall.... Click here to read more.


Manalishi

24th Mar

Manalishi are a band that specialise is playing the music of the early Fleetwood Mac. The Peter Green years. At this time, Fleetwood Mac were outselling both the Beatles and the Stones. This was.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Sinfonia Autumn Concert

24th Mar

Overture 'Die Weihe des Hauses' Ludwig van Beethoven Horn Concerto No.1 Richard Strauss Symphony No.6 Anton Dvorak Soloist: William McNeill - Horn Conductor: Michael Joel. Click here to read more.


Manawatu Sprintcar Champs & Manawatu Midget Champs

24th Mar

Expect high speed, spectacular sprintcar racing as the fastest sprintcars in New Zealand race to be the champion. Full support program of stockcars and superstocks and from Auckland's Western.... Click here to read more.


MGP Feilding Scoot + Skate + BMX Jam

24th Mar

Entries from your local school or Employment Plus. Ph 027 430 9258 . Click here to read more.


The ABBA Show

24th Mar

With a discography spanning eight albums, 42 singles and an unrivaled industry longevity that has captured half a century of global fans, ABBA has become a modern musical marvel. The ABBA Show is a.... Click here to read more.


Urban Rogaine

24th Mar

Rogaine is an event that involves navigation, strategy and teamwork. This family event will be one and a half hours long exploring the University and its surroundings. Most of the checkpoints are.... Click here to read more.


Woodville Railway 125 Year Event & Reunion Dinner

24th Mar

Reunion dinner for all serving and ex-rail staff who have connections with Woodville. Other activities include: steam train excursions from Steam Incorporated and Feilding Steam Rail, static.... Click here to read more.


Woodville Railway Station 100 Years Celebration Train Trip

24th Mar

Feilding and Districts Steam Rail invites you to travel through the Manawatu Gorge (see the latest earthworks on the big slip) to Woodville for the 100 year celebrations of the Woodville Railway.... Click here to read more.


Glass Casting Workshop

24th Mar - 25th Mar

Enjoy a weekend in the country where you can create your own cast glass sculpture. Learn about simple mould-making techniques, colour mixing and adding your own personal embellishments. Included.... Click here to read more.


Great Manawatu Steam Fair 2012

24th Mar - 25th Mar

Steam Fair held at the Steam Traction Society Club rooms, opposite Feilding Cemetery. Includes: Steam traction engines Stationary steam engines Live steam models Steam driven sawmill Engine.... Click here to read more.


Spirit'd Monthly Birthday Party

24th Mar - 25th Mar

Join the team at Spirit'd Bar & Gaming when we celebrate with our members who are having a birthday in March. This weekend we have special guest DJ Chis from 9pm - late. Happy hour from 5pm -7pm.. Click here to read more.


Whariti Peak Stringfellows Hill Climb

24th Mar - 25th Mar

Held by Dannevirke Car Club. The Real Rally Drivers Hill. 7.5km, 90+ corners. Class prize money and Tui HQ Cup up for grabs. A great weekend for an affordable price. All drivers eligible for all.... Click here to read more.


Bring the Keg Back to the Brewery

25th Mar

Distance 8km, 8am assemble at the Tararua Club carpark, 10am start time. Get a team together, minimum of 5 people and maximum of 10. Cost is $30 per person which includes live music, Tui Brewery.... Click here to read more.


Club Coaching Course

25th Mar

Target market: coaches of all open grade teams. Suitable for first time coaches to the experienced open grade coach. No prerequisite coaching courses need to have been completed. Format: 4 hour.... Click here to read more.


Feilding Country Music Club

25th Mar

We are a country music club based in Feilding. We have singers ranging from 6 years to senior citizens. Not only do we sing and play country music, but also pop and a little bit of rock. Our club.... Click here to read more.


Manakau Country School Family Music Festival

25th Mar

The annual Manakau Country School Family Music Festival is happening again! Four bands: Hamish Graham, Legal Tender, Henpicked & The Jukebox Gypsies. There will be food stalls & good coffee bring a.... Click here to read more.


Manchester Street School Gala

25th Mar

School Gala with plenty of rides, a white elephant, food & other entertainment. Phone 323 4240 for more information.. Click here to read more.


Multicultural Fashion Parade

25th Mar

Come and watch a fabulous fashion parade, as an array of local people model and showcase their home nation's traditional clothing in this wonderful multicultural event. Events Central, Ground.... Click here to read more.


Opiki School Half Marathon

25th Mar

It's on again, the Opiki School half marathon walk/run event. Great fun for all ages and fitness levels, 4 different distances. Starts at Opiki school and heads out around Opiki finishing back up.... Click here to read more.


Small Sticks Coaching (Age 9-12) Course

25th Mar

Small Sticks Coach (Age 9-12) Target market: coaches of all junior teams with players in the year 5 — 8 competition including 11 aside intermediate grade. Players who are 9 — 12 years of age..... Click here to read more.


Te Manawa Art Gallery Concert Series

25th Mar

Thomas Nikora and Angela Cook play Schubert, Brahms, Bach, Chopin, Haydn and Mendelssohn. Thomas will soon start a degree at the New Zealand School of Music and Angie is a well-known performer in.... Click here to read more.


Triathlon Summer Series No. 5

25th Mar

Triathlon Summer Series No. 5 also club championships - 3 distances available, suitable for all levels of fitness. Registration 8am, race 9am. Event open to everyone. Photo ID required to enter.... Click here to read more.


V 4 and Rotary North Island Jamboree 2012

25th Mar

News flash! In its 4th year, the one day extravaganza "the V 4 and Rotary North Island Jamboree" will be huge... Manfield Park, Fielding will be transformed into a entertainment filled frenzy....... Click here to read more.


New Zealand Secondary School Volleyball Nationals

25th Mar - 30th Mar

Volleyball NZ are hosting the 44th NZ Secondary School Volleyball Nationals involving 140 teams and over 1500 athletes from around New Zealand. Come down to Arena Manawatu throughout the week to.... Click here to read more.


What Really Happened? - An Investigator's Look Into Easter

25th Mar - 8th Apr

Over a period of 3 weeks Pastor Allen Hince will be looking into the question "what really happened?". You are welcome to come and join us. Service will be followed by morning tea. Sun, Mar 25,.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Jets Basketball

26th Mar

Manawatu Jets are coming to the Horowhenua Events Centre after school. - Meet and greet the players - Free coaching clinic - Jets merchandise for sale on the day T-shirts $15 Hoodies $30 Hats $15.... Click here to read more.


Traditional Craft

26th Mar

A craft session with Te Whare Akonga - Open Learning Centre Manawatu Inc. Come and watch, come and join in. (Materials provided). Click here to read more.


Community Accessibility For Everyone (CAFE)

27th Mar

Have your say! You are invited to participate in a DPA public forum on Community Accessibility For Everyone (CAFE). Sign language interpreters at meeting. What challenges do you face when getting.... Click here to read more.


Tai Chi

27th Mar

Popular worldwide, tai chi is a type of martial art practised for both its defence training and health benefits. Come and watch, or join in with a local tai chi club and teacher as they run a class.. Click here to read more.


Te Manawa Bubs

27th Mar

Enjoy a baby-friendly guided tour of one of our exciting exhibitions then meet your local PAFT (Parents As First Teachers) representative who will talk about tips for the development of under two.... Click here to read more.


PNFS: The Asphalt Jungle

28th Mar

Directed by John Huston USA, 1950, 112 mins (PG low level violence) The trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK5VDeay_kw “If you want to know where The Usual Suspects or Reservoir Dogs came.... Click here to read more.


Splash and Dash Kids Triathlon 2012

28th Mar

Sport Manawatu is calling all kids aged between five and 13 who enjoy running, riding a bike and swimming to register for their kids triathlon on March 28 right here in Feilding. The Splash and.... Click here to read more.


Feilding High School presents Blood Brothers

28th Mar - 31th Mar

"Blood Brothers" by Willy Russell on stage in the Feilding High School hall from Wednesday 28 - Saturday 31 March, 2012 at 7.30pm each night. Tickets: email bookings@feildinghigh.school.nz or.... Click here to read more.


NZ Angling & Casting Association 2012 Nationals

28th Mar - 31th Mar

Dry casting, shore, boat & kayak fishing, AGM & prizegiving. Fishing boundries: Patea Rivermouth south, and up the East Coast to Porangahau Beach. Ph 328 8877 for more information. Wed, Mar 28,.... Click here to read more.


DMNZ Drift Practice

29th Mar

The traditional DMNZ style drift practice day, not just 2 cars at a time. $150 for adrenaline members, $160 if not a member.. Click here to read more.


Night at the Museum Quiz Night

29th Mar

Get you family, friends and colleagues together for an exciting quiz night featuring general knowledge questions from a range of categories. Teams are encouraged to come dressed to a theme with a.... Click here to read more.


Te Ara

29th Mar

Join NgāPareHauOTeWā in recounting a real and imagined trip by two New Zealanders around the world. Warren and Virginia Warbrick - NgāPareHauOTeWā - present multimedia work including ngā.... Click here to read more.


The Lorax

29th Mar

From the creators of Despicable Me and the imagination of Dr. Seuss comes the feature Dr. Seuss The Lorax, an adaptation of the classic tale of a forest creature who shares the enduring power of.... Click here to read more.


Three Keys Brings You Jamie Fitzgerald

29th Mar

Jamie Fitzgerald loves to challenge himself to the extreme. Like walking to the South Pole. Or rowing the Atlantic Ocean. Learn how his determination has helped him both in sporting achievements.... Click here to read more.


The Paepae Soundsystem presents Spawnbreezie NZ Tour

29th Mar - 30th Mar

You asked for him, now the Paepae Soundsystem are pleased to announce that Missouri-based reggae artist Spawnbreezie will be landing on our shores at the end of March to start his official New.... Click here to read more.


Party, Prevail w/ So So Modern + The Shocking & Stunning

30th Mar

It may have been a long while between visits, but Creative Sounds is proud to announce the return of So So Modern to the swamp! Joined by fellow Wellington wonders The Shocking & Stunning and.... Click here to read more.


Tango Night, with 4XTango

30th Mar

Massey School of Linguistics & International Languages, the Palmerston North City Library and the Embassy of Argentina invite you to an evening of tango music, dancing, singing and Argentine wine,.... Click here to read more.


The C.C. Real NZ Comedy Tour

30th Mar

C.C. is proudly delivering the best stand up comedy in the country, with the Canadian Club Real NZ Comedy Tour. The stars of 7Days, Ben Hurley, Dai Henwood, Steve Wrigley and Vaughn King are.... Click here to read more.


Live Music And Meal Evening

30th Mar - 31th Mar

A fantastic night with not one, but two spectacular local Palmerston North acts including cover extraordinaire Logan Boyce and well known band 'Brightside' featuring the amazing Renee Strawbridge.... Click here to read more.


75 Squadron NZ Association 2012 Reunion

30th Mar - 1st Apr

Every two years, the 75 Squadron-RAF-RNZAF Association of New Zealand select a venue/city and hold a reunion. The reunion is available to all Association members, which are personnel that once.... Click here to read more.


Air Force 75th Anniversary Air Show

31th Mar

The RNZAF's full complement of aircraft, old and new, will be on show to the public for the first time since 2009 during the Air Force 75th Anniversary Air Show to be held at Base Ohakea. It.... Click here to read more.


Bull Riding NZ National Finals

31th Mar

Due to the weather we had to postpone and are now running on the 31st March 2012. The national finals are on again, it is the showcase of our bull riding calendar. The top main event cowboys and.... Click here to read more.


CDCC National Clubmans

31th Mar

National Clubmans - Timed. All clubs and cars welcome. National race license needed. For more information contact Teresa Browne on tbrowne@inspire.net.nz.. Click here to read more.


Central Districts Car Club Track Day

31th Mar

A Great Day out for all of us with Road and Race Cars, Bring your Family and Friends for a day of fun on the Track.. Click here to read more.


EziBuy Fashion in the Field

31th Mar

Mark this date in your calendar, Saturday 31st March 2012 and frock up for the EziBuy Fashion in the Field. With three categories Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Man, Ready to Wear and Under 25's,.... Click here to read more.


Feilding Moa Harriers 2012 Season Opening

31th Mar

Opening race at 1.15pm. Ph 323 8833 or 353 0297 or visit www.harriers.co.nr.. Click here to read more.


Harvest Home & The Farmer's Ordinary

31th Mar

The origins of New Zealand's cuisine can be traced back to our nineteenth-century immigrant ancestors. Wellington-based social and cultural historian and writer, Tony Simpson, examines in detail.... Click here to read more.


Manawatu Gymsports Open Day

31th Mar

Sport New Zealand have identified Gymsports as a target sport so that children can learn the fundamental skills which is required for all sports. Come and see what Gymsports have to offer your.... Click here to read more.


Matariki Kindergarten Harvest Fair

31th Mar

Our Harvest Fair provides fun for the whole family. We have craft activities for children such as candle making, apron painting, a treasure hunt, face painting, flag making and story telling. For.... Click here to read more.


Saving the Planet Begins at Home

31th Mar

Hooray for Greenpeace, AVAAZ and all those wonderful organisations who are out there blocking the paths of the rapers of the planet. Well, truth be known, the planet isn't even in danger. It's us!.... Click here to read more.


Square Affair Retro Festival Opening Night - Grease

31th Mar

Celebrate the opening of the Square Affair Retro Festival with a fun memorable night of entertainment! John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John, Stockard Channing star in this all-time classic movie. Good.... Click here to read more.


St Peter's College Gala

31th Mar

Great food, fun games, live music, competitions and raffles with amazing prizes, stalls for everything and much, much more. In the College grounds from 11am-2pm... St Peter's is on the corner of.... Click here to read more.


The Oaks Stud Sires Produce Stakes Day

31th Mar

This is the day for the racing purist, with $570,000 worth of stake money up for grabs. The Oaks Stud Sires Produce Stakes Day attracts the best trainers, horses and jockeys from New Zealand and.... Click here to read more.


Will Martin - From West End to Broadway

31th Mar - 1st Apr

Will Martin returns for two special performances - one in Palmerston North on March 31 at 7.30pm and one at the Pahiatua Regent Theatre on April 1st at 6.30pm. Featuring an all new show never seen.... Click here to read more.


Classic Movies

31th Mar - 9th Apr

Singing in the Rain Saturday 31 March 2012 Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds star as a silent film production company and cast make a difficult transition to sound. Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a.... Click here to read more.


The Migrating Kitchen Exhibition 2012

31th Mar - 28th Apr

The Migrating Kitchen celebrates cultural diversity in Aotearoa New Zealand and this year's exhibition in Palmerston North is showcasing the food, families and festivals of six local ethic.... Click here to read more.


The Migrating Kitchen Activities

31th Mar - 11th May

The 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.