Harcourts Hawke's Bay Arts Festival 2018 is one of the many events on this weekend. Photo / File
Harcourts Hawke's Bay Arts Festival 2018 is 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 this weekend.
1. Harcourts Hawke's Bay Arts Festival 2018 Harcourts Hawke's Bay Arts Festival has a smorgasbord of choice. These are the last two days to attend the event,so what better way to spend this weekend. Today and tomorrow. Information: http://www.hbaf.co.nz/event-programme-2018/
2. The Spring Fling 2018 - Central Hawke's Bay A series of 30 events from September to November capture the essence of springtime in Central Hawke's Bay. Information: www.thespringfling.nz/programme/
3. Reignier School Gala Reignier School Gala is a much-loved event that is not to be missed. There will be bouncy castles, face paint, spin the wheel, homemade cakes and sweets, a BBQ feast, coconut shy, clothes, toys and books, mystery envelope (everyone wins a prize!) and some amazing raffles up for grabs. Reignier Catholic School, 99 Guppy Rd, Taradale, Napier. Today, 11am to 2pm. Information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/reignier-school-gala/napier
4. The Brass Monkeys An opportunity presented itself when David Selfe, inspired by a vision, contacted the players with a proposal to create the finest brass ensemble to ever grace the stage. With an uncanny chemistry and musical synergy, this exciting group promises to be an oasis in musical mediocrity. Central Hawke's Bay Municipal Theatre, 18 Kenilworth St, Waipawa. Today, 3pm to 4pm. Information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/the-brass-monkeys/waipawa
5. Napier Civic Choir Orchestral Beethoven Symphony No. 2 Don't miss this special occasion, as the long-running Beethoven symphony cycle comes to an end with a performance of his delightful second symphony. Waiapu Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, 28 Browning St, Napier. Today, 7pm to 9pm. Information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/napier-civic-choir-orchestral-beethoven-symphony-no-2/napier
6. Sons of Zion This is an evening not to be missed. The Cabana, 11 Shakespeare Rd, Napier. Today, 8pm to midnight. Information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/sons-of-zion/napier
7. Shed 2 Triathlon Series Race # 1 (Ice Buster) There are five events this summer and at each event are three different races with different distance and options that should suit everyone from the absolute beginner to the seasoned athlete. Walkers are welcome and encouraged to enter. This series is recommended for anyone aged 13 and over. Pandora Pond, Humber Rd, Ahuriri, Napier. Tomorrow, 9am to 12pm. Information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/shed-triathlon-series-race-ice-buster/napier
8. BioBuzz Hawke's Bay's first biodiversity forum gives people the chance to hear from local experts and learn about the natural environment. Te Angiangi Marine Reserve, Aramoana Rd, Waipukurau. Tomorrow, 10am to 3pm. Information: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/biobuzz/waipukurau
