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Things to do in Hawke's Bay this weekend

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7 Sep, 2018 06:00 PM3 mins to read

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The Ocean Beach half marathon is just one of the many events on this weekend. Photo / File.

The Ocean Beach half marathon is just one of the many events on this weekend. Photo / File.

Hawke's Bay has plenty of activities and events for people of all ages to enjoy. We list 8 of the best on offer this weekend.

1. Sunday Market

There is a wide range of stalls with veges, food, all things new and old, as well as trash and treasures on offer. Come on down and see for yourself. 26 Marine Pde, Napier. Today, 8am to 1pm. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/bays-weekend-market/hawkes-bay-gisborne

2. Exclusive Screening of The Forgotten General

Hastings Hearing is holding a public fundraising event. Come along for an exclusive screening of The Forgotten General, a docu-drama about local war hero Major General Andrew Russell, which was made in 2013. St John's Presbyterian Church, 608 Frederick St, Mahora. Today, 1.30pm to 3.30pm. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/exclusive-screening-of-the-forgotten-general/hastings
3. Saturday Live Music Session with Vagabond Jacks

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Come out of the cold and enjoy some of Hawke's Bay's best wines, craft beer on tap, delicious food, good music and awesome company. Jess Atkins will be performing.
The Urban Winery, 3 Ossian St, Ahuriri, Napier. Today, 7pm to 9pm. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/saturday-live-music-session-with-vagabond-jacks/napier

4. Music for Royal Occasions

This is the Waiapu Cathedral Choir's second concert for 2018. As the title suggests, the programme includes music used at royal weddings, funerals, coronations and other important occasions. The choir will be accompanied by organist Michael Fletcher, director of music at the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Wellington.
Waiapu Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, 28 Browning St, Napier. Today, 7.30pm to 9pm. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/music-for-royal-occasions/napier

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5. Ocean Beach Half Marathon — 14km and 6km

This is the last run in the 2018 series, so pack a picnic. There will also be an end-of-series prizegiving. This run goes along the beach and up and over some beautiful farmland, with stunning views to Te Mata Peak and Waimarama.
Ocean Beach, Ocean Beach Rd, Havelock North. Tomorrow, 9am to 1pm.
For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/ocean-beach-half-marathon-14k-6k/havelock-north

6. Napier Operatic Society Open Day

To celebrate New Zealand Theatre Month, Napier Operatic Society is hosting an Open Day.
Tabard Theatre, 18 Coronation St, Ahuriri, Napier. Tomorrow, 10.30am to 4pm.
For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/napier-operatic-society-open-day/napier

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7. Hastings Music Society Concert

Vocal and Instrumental items from individuals and groups from Hawke's Bay, with opportunities for younger people to perform before a responsive audience.
St Matthew's Anglican Church, 200 King St South, Hastings. Tomorrow, 2pm to 3.20pm. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/hastings-music-society-concert2/hastings
8. Alpha Domus Cork talk with Barry Riwai

Self-professed ''cork dork'' Bethany Jeffries will host a relaxed afternoon of conversation and fun tasting of Alpha Domus Wines, with winemaker Barry Riwai. There will be tastings from the Bistronomy Kitchen on offer as well. Bistronomy, 40 Hastings St, Napier. Tomorrow, 3pm to 5pm. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/aplha-domus-cork-talk/napier

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