28/05/2026
What's happening in Hawkes Bay - book your stay at Riverstones Retreat - 50mins from Napier & 40mins from Havelock North, in rural Hawkes Bay on the Tukituki River.
Upcoming Events in Hawke's Bay
The Woolshed Experience | 27 June
A brand new winter dance event is landing in Hawke's Bay and it sounds unmissable. Presented by Madcap, The Woolshed Experience brings underground sound, immersive lighting and warm hospitality to a unique soon-to-be-revealed indoor venue. A carefully curated lineup led by Body Ocean, Chiccoreli & Tali promises a seriously good night. Tickets and info HERE
Winter Deco Weekend | 17–19 July
Napier's boutique Art Deco festival is back with a full programme - and it looks spectacular. From 17–19 July, the city comes alive with 1930s sophistication, effortless glamour and the very best of Hawke's Bay hospitality. Dress to impress, embrace the occasion, and soak up the ritz and charm of Art Deco Napier. Explore the programme at http://artdecofestival.co.nz.
Hawke's Bay Yoga Festival | 29–30 August
Press pause and head to Hawke's Bay for a rejuvenating weekend of yoga, wellness and connection. The Hawke's Bay Yoga Festival offers a beautifully curated two days to restore body and mind in one of New Zealand's most stunning regions. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or simply in need of a reset, this one's for you.
For more info visit: https://yogafestival.co.nz/
Hawke's Bay Arts Festival | 8–18 October
Ten days of art, heart and home come to Te Matau-a-Māui this October. The Hawke's Bay Arts Festival delivers a high-energy celebration of bold ideas and brilliant performance, spellbinding circus, critically acclaimed theatre, genre-defying music, exhilarating dance and family events all feature across the programme. One of the region's most exciting annual celebrations.
For more details visit: https://www.hbaf.co.nz/
Enjoy the Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival programme from Oct 9-19, 2025. This year we celebrate our tenth Festival with an amazing line-up!
