What’s On in Hamilton
Your weekly guide to the best events, gigs and markets in Hamilton
Wed 14 Oct · 1pm · Gallagher Academy, Concert Chamber
A lunchtime classical recital at the Gallagher Academy.
Fri 16 Oct · 12.20pm · St Peter’s Cathedral
An arts and crafts session at St Peter’s Cathedral.
Fri 16 Oct · 7.30pm · Gallagher Academy, Concert Chamber
A night of opera scenes at the Gallagher Academy, with more dates listed on Eventfinda.
Fri 16 Oct · 6pm · Ethos Cafe
A contemporary art exhibition at Ethos Cafe.
Sat 17 Oct · 10am · Centre Place
A craft and object art exhibition in Centre Place, with more dates listed on Eventfinda.
Sun 18 Oct · 3pm · Gallagher Academy, Concert Chamber
The United Youth Orchestra performs a Grieg-themed classical programme.
Mon 12 Oct · 6pm · Rototuna Library
A book launch at Rototuna Library.
Fri 16 Oct · 7.30pm · BNZ Theatre
The ABBA tribute act performs at BNZ Theatre.
Sat 17 Oct · 7.30pm · Clarence St Theatre
Harf Cheema headlines an evening Diwali Mela show.
Sat 17 Oct · 7pm · Cloud 9 Hookah Lounge
A ticketed variety night at Cloud 9 Hookah Lounge.
Sat 17 Oct · 9pm · Biddy Mulligans
A covers band plays at Biddy Mulligans.
Fri 16 – Sun 18 Oct · Claudelands Event Centre
Three days of equine competition, demonstrations and shopping, with country singer Kaylee Bell headlining the Friday Festival of Speed.
Fri 16 Oct · 10am · Hamilton Gardens
A community showcase at Hamilton Gardens, with more dates listed on Eventfinda.
Sat 17 Oct · 9am · Chartwell Cooperating Church (St Albans)
A charity fundraiser sale at Chartwell Cooperating Church.
Sun 11 Oct · 8am–12pm · The Barn, Claudelands
The weekly Sunday farmers’ market at The Barn, Claudelands.
Fri 16 Oct · 6pm · Mantra Lounge
An evening of live music, meditation and yoga wisdom followed by a feast at Mantra Lounge.
Sat 17 Oct · 3.05pm · FMG Stadium Waikato
The Black Ferns open their series against France, with family entertainment and live music.
Thu 15 Oct · 3.30–4.30pm, and Sun 18 Oct · 2–3pm · Chartwell Library
Lego is provided on site for kids to build with.
From Mon 19 Oct · Waitai Gym, Waterworld
An eight-week fitness challenge focused on building healthy habits.
Fri 23 Oct · 6pm · Clarence St Theatre
An interactive video game show at Clarence St Theatre.
Fri 23 Oct · 7.30pm · Clarence St Theatre
A Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute show.
Sat 24 Oct · The Barn, Claudelands
A collectables market at The Barn in Claudelands.
Sat 24 Oct · Claudelands Arena
Bed By 10 plays Claudelands Arena.
Sat 24 Oct · 9pm · The Local
A Latin music night at The Local.
Wed 28 Oct · Waikato Museum
An evening opening at Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery.
Thu 29 Oct · 7.30pm · Clarence St Theatre
A Beatles tribute show.
Fri 30 Oct – Sun 1 Nov · Claudelands
The annual Waikato A&P Show at Claudelands.
From Sat 31 Oct · 10am · Central Court, Hamilton Gardens
A model railway exhibition in the Central Court at Hamilton Gardens, with more dates listed.
Sat 31 Oct · 7pm · Gallagher Academy, Te Whare Taapere Iti
A classical concert by the New Zealand String Quartet.
Sat 31 Oct · 9.30am–7pm · Hamilton Zoo
Halloween day with trick-or-treat trails, keeper talks and costume competitions.
Sat 31 Oct · 8–11.30pm · Waikato Museum
A costume-friendly silent disco with three music channels, food trucks and a licensed bar.
Wed 18 Nov · 7.30pm · BNZ Theatre
Courtney Barnett plays BNZ Theatre.
Wed 25 Nov · 8pm · BNZ Theatre
Aldous Harding plays BNZ Theatre.
Sources: Eventfinda and Hamilton & Waikato. Always check the venue or organiser for the latest details.
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