Colour Run - The Colour Run is always a popular event, as shown in this photo from the 2019 edition. The 2026 run is being held at Marina Park on Saturday, May 9. Photo / Gisborne Herald
FRIDAY
Community karakia and waiata: A space to gather, connect and give thanks through song and other activities. Held at the Treble Court fountain or Haututu Hacklab in the city centre. 8.30am-9am. All welcome.
Mahinga Kai EIT: A free course on how to start and maintain a backyard kai garden. 5pm-8pm, EIT Rural Studies, 320 Stout St. Enrol at EIT Rural Studies Unit or EIT Tairāwhiti main reception, Palmerston Rd. May 8 and 9.
Much Ado About Nothing: Evolution Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare’s play reimagined in a colourful 1960s setting. 7.30 – 9.30pm, 75 Disraeli St. Tickets available through TryBooking.
SATURDAY
St Andrew’s Car Boot Sale: Find second-hand bargains and treasures at this regular market event. 8am – 11.30am, St Andrew’s Community Centre, 176 Cobden St.
Woodturners Club Open Day: Interested in woodturning? Come to an open morning, have a go and learn how the club works. All welcome. Second and fourth Saturday of each month, 10am-12pm in the blue shed opposite Enterprise Pools. 444 Nelson Rd.
Wai Market: Held at the kura and guided by kaupapa, Wai Market is a welcoming community market that brings people together through kai, creativity and connection. 8am-11am, Waikiriri School, 7 Pickering St. Outer Kaiti.
Auditions for Waiora: Actors are invited to try out for the play by Hone Kouka, a powerful ensemble piece weaving memory, wairua and whakapapa. Register at evolutiontheatre.org.nz. 11am-1pm, 75 Disraeli St.
Colour Run for Diversity and Inclusion 2026: Walk, jog, or dance your way through a rainbow of colour stations, music and good vibes. Come dressed in white, leave covered in colour and be part of a day that puts inclusion into action. 10.30am-2.30pm. Marina Park near the Rose Garden.
Gizzy Sunset Sessions: Sunset beats with local DJ Lampo, DJ Ugs and DJ Bluelagoon. It’s all about good energy, fresh air and local talent soundtracking one of Gisborne’s best views. 5.30pm-9.30pm, Titirangi Maunga/Kaiti Hill.
The Sound of Music - A Singalong Experience: Costumes are highly encouraged, with prizes for best dressed, light nibbles provided and themed raffles for sale. Bar opens at 5.30pm, movie starts at 6.30pm. Gisborne Unity Theatre, 209 Ormond Rd.
Bradamon Band & Lion Ress Tour 2026: Expect big energy and heavy tunes from 8pm to 11.55pm, Smash Palace, 24 Banks St, Awapuni. Tickets from ticketspace.nz.
SUNDAY
Tairāwhiti Water Polo Junior – Years 7/8: Join the Tairāwhiti Water Polo Club. Whether you’ve played before or are brand new to the game, this is the opportunity to develop real-game skills in a team environment. 9.30am-10,30am. Kiwa Pools, 45 Centennial Marine Dr, Awapuni.
Community Gisborne Winter Concert Series Presents the Gisborne Concert Band Mother’s Day Concert: 2pm Sunday, May 10 at St Andrews Church on Cobden St. Koha at the door appreciated for musicians. Go in the draw to win a gift basket.
Wa165 Muriwai Excursion: Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special steam train experience. Departing from Gisborne City Vintage Railway in Awapuni Rd at 1pm. Tickets from Gisborne i-Site, Grey St or ph (06)8686139.
Silent Flute Taijiquan: Learn Tai Chi Chuan (Mandarin) and Taijiquan (Cantonese) for free in an open-level class. 1pm-2pm, Gisborne Botanical Gardens or upstairs at Anytime Fitness in Carnarvon St. Text 021 0490722 to confirm the venue on the day.
Much Ado About Nothing: Evolution Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare’s play reimagined in a colourful 1960s setting. 4pm – 6pm. 75 Disraeli St. Tickets through TryBooking.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s – film: See one of the greatest romantic comedies, 1961’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s with Audrey Hepburn. 6.30pm-8pm. Dome Cinema and Bar, 38 Childers Rd. Text 0275902117 to book.
Coming up
Tiki Taane’s One-Man Band show: Saturday, May 16. Tiki Taane is performing at Smash Palace Bar as part of his national tour, with wife DJ Axis supporting.
The Chardonnay Affair: May 22-24. A celebration of Gisborne’s people, producers and place as one of New Zealand’s most distinctive wine regions.
Out Loud: Talking about women’s health: A bespoke health and wellbeing forum created by women for women of all ages and life stages. 1 day event with 5 expert speakers. Saturday May 30, 9am-3pm, Waikanae Surf Life Saving Club. Tickets at trybooking.com/nz/BDEB.
The Veils (solo) Fragile World Aotearoa Tour 2026: English/Kiwi indie rock band The Veils start their 10-venue Fragile World Aotearoa Tour in June and Gisborne’s Smash Palace Bar is on the itinerary. Thursday, July 9, Dome Cinema and Bar. Tickets through Moshtix.
Regular events
MONDAYS
The 500 Card Club: Poverty Bay Bowling Club, 111 Ormond Rd, 1pm-4pm, $3. Phone Tony (06) 863 3468.
Fun Dancing Gisborne: Modern sequence and social ballroom. St Andrew’s Church hall, 176 Cobden St, 7.30pm-9.30pm, $7. Contact Kev or Isabel (06) 867 0074 or 0211812414.
Gisborne Choral Society: New choir members welcome at the society’s regular practice. St Andrew’s Church from 7pm.
Gisborne Orchestra rehearsals: Gisborne Intermediate School, 7.30pm-9pm. New players welcome. Contact Jill 021756364 or email gisborneorchestra@gmail.com.
Badminton Social Morning Club: Monday mornings weekly from 9am-11am. $5 a session. For more information, call Leslie 0274156872.
Gisborne Badminton Club: Mondays 7pm-9pm. $10 a night or pay a subscription. Contact: Kevin Ph: 068671416
City of Gisborne Highland Pipe Band: Learn to play the pipes or drums. Learners and experienced players welcome. Learners start at 6.30pm, seniors from 7.30pm-8.30pm. The Bandroom, 200 Childers Rd. For further information, ph/txt 0274874480. Every Monday except public holidays.
Community Choir: Sing in harmony with others, beginning with some simple songs and building the repertoire over time. No experience needed. 6.30pm-8pm, EIT staff room, Derby St entrance. For further information, email Keren at keren.rickard@gmail.com or Sarah at skcleave@gmail.com.
TUESDAYS
Indoor Bowls: An inclusive, low-impact sport suitable for all ages and abilities. Senior Citizens Hall, 9am. Also 6.45pm, Cosmopolitan Club. Contact secretary Nanette (secretary) 0274835169O or email pbindoorbowls@gmail.com
Sun City Spinners: Poverty Bay Bowling Club, 111 Ormond Rd, 9am-11.30am, fees apply. Contact Dale (06) 867 5083 or email eastland@creativefibre.org.nz.
Gisborne Line Dancing: Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 4.30pm-7.30pm. Contact Kerry 0211024890.
Badminton Gisborne Pinoy Smashers: 6pm-9pm, Badminton Centre, 134 Roebuck Rd. Contact Alfred 0273072318.
The Contemporary Vocals Choir: A fun and upbeat, “choir with a difference”, singing a variety of modern contemporary songs incorporating musical accompaniment. Led by professional vocal coach Letitia Lindeque. New members welcome, 6pm-8pm, Poverty Bay Bowling Club, Ormond Rd, or ph 0211396297.
WEDNESDAYS
Fifties Forward low-impact aerobics: YMCA, 447 Childers Rd, 9.30am. First class free, otherwise $2.
Mainly Music: A fun music group for preschoolers. St Andrew’s Church community centre, 176 Cobden St, 9.45am. $4/family. Contact Trish (06)8672789 or (06)8685513.
Free French Language Conversational Practice with Pascale: Great for students or anyone keen for a refresh or maintenance. 1.30pm-2.30pm. Zephyr Cafe, 4 Ōneroa Rd, Wainui.
Junior Badminton groups: Fitness, games and fun. Please wear sports shoes and bring a drink bottle. All levels of abilities catered for. Rackets available. All enquiries to Geoff cell: 0276568222 or email: eastland.coordinator@gmail.com. Kiwi Shots, 3.30pm- 4.30pm, Year 3-6 players welcome. Cost $5. Mid Shots, 4.45pm-5.45pm, Year 7-8 players welcome. Cost $5. Hot Shots, 6pm – 7.30pm, Year 9-13 students welcome. Cost $7
Gisborne Concert Band: 6.30pm-8pm, The Bandroom, 200 Childers Rd. If you play brass, woodwind or percussion, come and join. New musicians welcome.
THURSDAYS
Casual morning badminton: From 9am. to 11am. Cost $5.00 a session. Enquiries to Jan, ph. 0273407071 or to eastland.association@gmail.com
Gisborne Line Dancing: Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 6pm-8pm. Contact Kerry 0211024890.
Gisborne Caledonian Society Practice: Social, modern and sequence dancing. Holy Trinity Church Hall, 70 Derby St, 7.30pm-9.30pm. $5. Contact Pat 0210497148.
Gisborne Civic Brass Band rehearsals: Gisborne Civic Brass Band welcomes new and established players to join their weekly band rehearsals. Every Thursday from 6.30pm-8pm at The Bandroom, 200 Childers Rd. Email gisbornecivicbrassband@gmail.com.
FRIDAYS
Friday Stairs Workout: Meet at the lower carpark, Titirangi/Kaiti Hill, 5.55am, workout 6am-6.40am.
Indoor Bowls: An inclusive, low-impact sport suitable for all ages and abilities. 9am, Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St.
Lego Club: A weekly club for 5-17-year-olds, 3.30pm-5pm. HB Williams Memorial Library, 34 Bright St.
SATURDAYS
Gisborne Parkrun: Waikanae Surf Life Saving Club, beach end of Grey St, 7.45am-10am. Register at parkrun.co.nz/gisborne/.
Gisborne Farmers Market: Stock up on fresh produce and other goods, with food stalls, coffee and live entertainment. 9.30am – 12.30pm. Old Army Hall Carpark, Corner of Stout and Fitzherbert Streets, Whataupoko.
Pilates with Tilly: Tone, sculpt and flow. Saturdays and Sundays, 8am-9am. The Space, Yoga Coast Plus, 46 Makorori Beach Rd. Phone 0273311032 to book.
Tairāwhiti Coffin Club: BCR Joinery, 522 Gladstone Rd, 9am-10am. Details at tairawhiticc@gmail.com.
Tennis for all: Ormond Tennis Club, Hill Rd, Ormond, 2pm-4pm. For more information, phone (06) 862 5741 or (06) 862 5856.
SUNDAYS
Gisborne Walkers Club: 8am, meet at Mitre 10, 24 Derby St. Text 0278902224 for more info.
Dharma Practice and Meditation: Lama Damchoe leads dharma practice and meditation, followed by a shared lunch, 10am, Palpung Kagyu Samten Choling Tibetan Buddhist Centre, 31 James St. All are welcome.
SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS
Lions Express Train rides: Starts near Gisborne Wainui Lions Junior Cycle Park, Centennial Marine Drive, 11am-3pm, weather permitting. $2.
EACH WEEK
Mahjong Club (Monday and Thursday): Gisborne Town and Country Women’s Club, 42 Emily St, 12.30pm. Contact Margaret (06) 863 0144.
Tairāwhiti Menzshed (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday): Cnr Parkinson St and Innes St, Saturday 9am-3pm, Tuesday and Thursday 9am-2pm. Details phone/text 0224650396.
Tairāwhiti Aviation Museum (Tuesday and Sunday): Gisborne Airport, Aerodrome Rd, 9am–3pm. $5 adults, Under-12s free.
FORTNIGHTLY
Gisborne Country Music Club (first and third Sundays): Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 1pm-4pm, $5 visitors, $3 members, $1 children. Contact Flo (06) 867 7637, 0274946979 or email flo.pahuru@outlook.co.nz.
Gisborne Woodworking Club (2nd and 4th Saturdays and last Thursday): Green shed opposite Enterprise Aquatic Centre carpark, Nelson Rd, 10am to about noon. Contact Bill 0274507719 or email gizzywheelers@gmail.com.
MONTHLY
Gizzy Monthly Market (1st Saturday): Locally produced crafts, food and products. Lawson Field Rose Garden, 7 Fitzherbert St, 9am-1pm, weather permitting.
Gas Guzzlers’ Breakfast (1st Sunday): Behind the courthouse on Reads Quay, 8.30am-11am.
Crop Swap (1st Sunday): Swap plants, produce, preserves, baking, books and more. Makaraka School carpark, 137 Main Rd, 2pm-3pm.
Irish Music Session (first Sunday): The Rivers restaurant, 4pm-6pm. Contact Marty 0210557685.
Gisborne Floral Art Club (first Monday): Waverley St hall, 9.30am-11.30am; (3rd Wednesday) Kahutia Bowling Club, 7pm.
Poverty Bay Blues Night (first Tuesday): Dome Cinema, Poverty Bay Club, 6pm doors open, 7pm gig. $10 door sales, Blues Club members free, R18.
Ulysses Motorcycle Club (first Tuesday): Bushmere Arms public bar, 673 Matawai Rd, Waerenga-a-Hika, 7.30pm. Contact Chris 0274602430.
Gisborne Friendship Group – formerly Gisborne Combined Club (1st Wednesday): For active retirees looking for friendship. Kahutia Bowling Club, 165 Cobden St, 9.30am, $5, includes morning tea. Register with Noelene (06) 868 4473 or Dianne (06) 867 4294.
U3A Gisborne (1st Thursday): Social interaction and learning for mature-aged folk. House of Breakthrough, cnr Lytton Rd and Ormond Rd, 9.30am, $2 at the door. Contact Diane 0274441073.
Prostate Support Group (2nd Tuesday): Cancer Society Rooms, 718 Gladstone Rd, 4.30pm. Inquiries to 0210634515.
The Country Garden Club (2nd Tuesday): Waerenga-a-Hika Hall, 728 Matawai Rd, 7.30pm, $2. Contact Katrine (06) 867 2427.
Gisborne Proactive Club (3rd Wednesday): Retired people’s interest group. Watson Room, Gisborne Cosmopolitan Club, 190 Derby St, 9.30am, $30/year sub and $5/meeting. Contact Malcolm (06) 867 2591 or 0272402590.
Gisborne Camera Club (3rd Thursday): Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 7.30pm. Details at gisbornecameraclub@gmail.com.
Gisborne Sceptic Group (3rd Sunday): 11am. Details/venue (06) 867 3715 or (06) 867 7122.
Te Hāpara Garden and Floral Art Club (4th Tuesday): Redstone Room, Farmers Air Event Centre, Showgrounds Park, 2pm.
First City Toastmasters (1st and 3rd Tuesday): Become a confident speaker and leader. Adult Literacy Rooms, 1st floor, 100 Grey St, Gisborne, 6.15pm. Contact Helen 0221945671.
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