What’s On in Hamilton
Your weekly guide to the best events, gigs and markets in Hamilton
Until Sun 13 Sep · Across the city
A week of events hosted by community groups across Hamilton celebrating the city’s diversity.
Sat 12 – Sun 13 Sep · Exhibition Hall B, Claudelands
The national bottle and collectables show reaches its 50th edition, with collectors and dealers exhibiting over two days.
Sun 13 Sep · Claudelands
Ford owners and clubs bring their vehicles together for a display and parts swap meet, now in its 30th year.
Tue 8 Sep · Hillcrest Library at Hamilton Gardens
Bring your knitting, crochet or stitching project to a free afternoon craft session open to all skill levels, 2pm–3pm.
Thu 10 Sep · Glenview Library – Mangakootukutuku
The same drop-in craft circle runs at Glenview Library on Thursday afternoons, 2pm–3pm.
Fri 11 Sep · Hamilton Northwest Baptist Church
The singer-songwriter duo bring their Bridges acoustic tour to Hamilton for a 7pm show.
Fri 11 Sep · Hamilton Gardens
A guided tour into the planning and horticultural work that keeps the Gardens running, from 9am–10.30am, with limited spaces.
Tue 8 Sep · Waterworld
The hydroslides run at half price every Tuesday between 4pm and 6pm.
Sun 13 Sep · Seddon Park
A coaching development course for coaches looking to extend their qualifications.
Sat 19 Sep · The Barn, Claudelands
Dealers and collectors fill The Barn for the monthly collectables market.
Sat 19 Sep · FMG Stadium Waikato
Waikato host Manawatū in a National Provincial Championship fixture.
Sat 19 Sep · Biddy Mulligans
A variety concert night at Biddy Mulligans from 7.30pm.
Sat 19 Sep · Patrons Brewing Co.
A South African social night with DJs at Patrons Brewing Co. from 8pm.
Sat 19 Sep · Hamilton Workingmen’s Club
An evening of trumpet-led covers and standards from 7pm.
Fri 25 Sep · Gallagher Academy Concert Chamber
The chamber ensemble performs at the Gallagher Academy from 7.30pm.
Sat 26 – Sun 27 Sep · Claudelands Arena
Cheerleading teams compete across two days for world championship qualification.
Wed 30 Sep · Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery
The museum opens after hours for an evening of exhibitions and events.
Sources: Eventfinda and Hamilton & Waikato. Always check the venue or organiser for the latest details.
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