Things to do in Hawke's Bay this weekend

PLENTY OF EVENTS: There are a multitude of events on offer this weekend for all to enjoy. PHOTO/File.

Hawke's Bay Has plenty of activities and events on this weekend. We list 8 of the best on offer.

1. Summer Sessions

Relax and listen to the local talent while sipping on boutique wines and beers among the vines. Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, 1769 Maraekakaho Rd, Hastings. Today, 1pm to 4pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/summer-sessions/hastings

2. Jazz On the Village Green — Blues De Luxe

Playing straight from the greatest jazz albums in a showcase of tunes many of us recall and love, Blues De Luxe is a great local jazz band. Havelock North Village Green, cnr Napier Rd and Karanema Dr, Havelock North. Today, 4pm to 6pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/jazz-on-the-village-green-blues-de-luxe/havelock-north

3. Saturday Sessions With Fraser Mack

Join Mack at New Zealand's first urban winery. Enjoy the acoustic stylings as he plays and sings originals, as well as covers of folk and rock classics. Urban Winery, 1 Ossian St, Ahuriri, Napier. Today, 6.30pm to 9pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/saturday-sessions-with-fraser-mack/napier

4. Sweetwater

Playing some of the funkiest and heartfelt tunes around. With a nice ratio of covers to originals, these young lads come together with a common goal of simply pleasing and moving a crowd. The Cabana, 11 Shakespeare Rd, Napier. Today, 8pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/sweetwater/napier

5. Lowe Corporation Rescue Helicopter Open Day

This is the one day of the year the doors are open to the Lowe Corporation Rescue Helicopter hangar. You will have the opportunity to get a photo in the pilot's seat of the main helicopter or try its winch simulator. There will also be family-friendly games, a bouncy castle, BBQ and coffee available. Entry is a gold-coin donation. Graham Lowe Rescue Helicopter, Orchard Rd, Hastings. Tomorrow, 10am to 2pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/lowe-corporation-rescue-helicopter-open-day/hastings

6. The Puketapu Auction and Fair

This is a great event for the whole family. There will be more than 50 stalls, crafts, pony rides, boat rides for the kids, food, beverages, entertainment ... something for everybody. Entry is a gold-coin donation. It is a Rotary Club of Taradale Charitable Trust event.
Puketapu Lake, 610 Puketapu Rd, Napier. Tomorrow, 10am to 2pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/puketapu-auction-and-fair/hawkes-bay-gisborne

7. Sunday Session 4 — Hail to The Thieves

Summer in Te Awanga at its finest. Entry is $5 at the gate, kids under 14 are free. Bring a picnic rug, sit back and relax. Rod McDonald Wines at Te Awanga Estate, 376 Parkhill Road, Te Awanga, Hastings. Tomorrow, noon to 5pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/sunday-session-the-inquiry/hastings

8. Summer In the Park — Jody Direen

Dubbed the ''Queen of Country'', Jody Direen hails from Wanaka. After five years touring, writing and recording in New Zealand, Australia and the US, she signed with major record label ABC Music. Jody has since had numerous top 10 and number one singles in both Australia and New Zealand. Cornwall Park, Tomoana Rd, Hastings. Tomorrow, 3pm to 5pm. For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/summer-in-the-park-jody-direen/hastings