Hastings City always has something happening. To view what’s on in Hastings, check out the list of upcoming events in town below.

Upcoming Events

Hilarious Hypnosis Show - Fun For All Ages!
Apr
5

Hilarious Hypnosis Show - Fun For All Ages!

As seen on Seven Sharp & going viral on TikTok, you're in for a treat with Comedy Hypnotist, Haiming Jiang, bringing his Comedy Hypnosis show to Toitoi Hawkes Bay Arts and Events Centre. Be prepared to laugh hysterically & to take part too, if you're up for it! it's a night of fun!

Haiming combines hypnosis with comedy to entertain the audience while demonstrating the benefits of hypnosis through audience participation. With his unique cultural background and understanding of New Zealand, this is a must-see event for any fun-loving Kiwi interested in hypnosis, offering an enjoyable and exciting experience. Come and find out how this Chinese hypnotist uses hypnosis to both entertain audiences and relax participants.

Experience the hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show where you become the star of the show! If you want/consent - this is a no-pressure scenario!

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Dai Henwood - Dai Hard
Apr
11

Dai Henwood - Dai Hard

Notorious* proudly presents
DAI HENWOOD in
DAI HARD

Yippee kai-yay, it’s time for Dai to bring his highly acclaimed show Dai Hard to Hawke’s Bay! Joined by his best pal Justine Smith, this is a 90min comedy spectacular. You might have heard, there’s been a whole lot of things happening in Dai’s - and the actual - world recently, so the opportunity to do a show at Toitoi was just too good to pass up. Starting his comedy career over 25 years ago, this is a chance for Dai to stretch his legs as he delivers an hour of his sublime stand up.

Shows in Wellington, Christchurch and Auckland have already had standing ovations, this is your chance to see Dai and his positive hijinks live on stage like never before.
“For 90 minutes, Dai Hard provides a perfect escape and a flawless night of comedy” – NZ Herald

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Elton John vs Billy Joel *NZ Tribute*
Apr
12

Elton John vs Billy Joel *NZ Tribute*

NZ’s Award-winning hit tribute show “Elton John vs. Billy Joel” are coming to Toitoi Opera House Hastings, Saturday12th April as part of their NZ-wide tour!

After wildly successful sell-out shows across New Zealand, join Cam and Sam for an intimate night out as they wow audiences both young and old performing the greatest hits of Elton John and Billy Joel live! Piano man, Rocket man, Uptown girl, Goodbye yellow brick road, We didn’t start the fire, Bennie and the jets, She’s always a woman, Crocodile rock and many many more.

Your favourite Elton and Billy songs are in safe hands with Cam and Sam, these professional touring NZ musicians have performed on live national television, commercial radio and featured in the NZ music charts in careers spanning two decades. this amazing piano man extravaganza features astonishing costumes, two grand pianos in black and white, a lighting show plus plenty of banter and all the songs you love.

Let's face it, Elton John and Billy Joel require little introduction, their music has provided a soundtrack for generations of loving fans. Englishman Sir Elton John has sold over 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He has more than fifty top 40 hits on the uk singles chart and us billboard hot 100, including seven number-ones in the UK and nine in the US, as well as seven consecutive number-one albums in the US.

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40 Vintages: Art & Wine from Hawke's Bay
Oct
18

40 Vintages: Art & Wine from Hawke's Bay

Come along to the Hastings Community Arts Centre for an evening where life imitates art, pairing world-class wines from Hawke’s Bay winemakers and boutique producers with the photographic artistry of Richard Brimer, in his exhibition '40 Vintages: Hawke’s Bay Wine Chronicles'.

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Fringe in the 'Stings 2024
Oct
13
to 14 Oct

Fringe in the 'Stings 2024

The best little arts festival in the bay is back! Fringe in the ‘Stings celebrates the breadth of talent in Heretaunga and beyond with a smorgasbord of artistic delights to suit every palate, at a price everyone can afford.

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Tangihanga
Oct
8

Tangihanga

Tangihanga, performed by Kristyl Neho, is a 60-minute drama comedy centered around Jess, a loving daughter, whose father Karanipa passes away, leading his whanau and friends to travel near and far to gather at the Marae to mourn his loss.

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The Bitches' Box: EPISODE 4
Aug
24
to 29 Aug

The Bitches' Box: EPISODE 4

The Bitches’ Box are comedy duo Emma Newborn and Amelia Dunbar. World famous in rural New Zealand, they’ve toured their hysterically funny shows to woolsheds, regional halls and theatres all over the country.

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Chris Parker
Jul
20

Chris Parker

After hosting the Laugh Your A** Off Allstars show in 2023, Chris Parker is back with his new hit solo show GIVE ME ONE GOOD REASON WHY I SHOULDN’T THROW MY PHONE OFF THIS BRIDGE.

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Amapiano
Jul
12
to 13 Jul

Amapiano

Get your tickets now and experience a night of Amapiano music at Common Room with subtle tones of Afro beat, Dancehall and House.

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The Cocktail Party 2024
Jul
12

The Cocktail Party 2024

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 32nd Annual Cocktail Party, proudly presented by the Hastings Karamu Rotary Club and esteemed Premier Sponsor, Advanced Plumbing and Gas.

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Tea With Tales
Apr
1

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit.

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