Dinner at the Lake is back with the Summer Series 2025/26. Running every Thursday from 18th December, 4.30pm–8.30pm (closed Christmas Day), this is the market for food lovers and sunset chasers.
Taupō Events | What's on in Taupō
Check out the latest events happening in Taupō. From major sports events and concerts to things to see and do in the community. Taupō has large and small events taking place all year round. Know of an event taking place? List your own event info for FREE on Taupo.info, simply click on the link below.
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Narrow the events below by choosing a category from this list:
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DINNER AT THE LAKE4:30pm to 8:30pm |
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ART OPEN STUDIO10:00am to 3:00pmMaggie Rudd, contemporary Taupō based artist, is opening her studio at 15 St Pats Grove, Nukuhau over Waitangi weekend with a new collection on show. |
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WAITANGI KI TŪWHARETOA10:00am to 3:00pmWaitangi Ki Tūwharetoa is a whānau-friendly day of remembrance, celebration and community, bringing people together to honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi. |
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ART OPEN STUDIO10:00am to 3:00pmMaggie Rudd, contemporary Taupō based artist, is opening her studio at 15 St Pats Grove, Nukuhau over Waitangi weekend with a new collection on show. |
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MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET9:00am to 1:00pmSunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits. |
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ART OPEN STUDIO10:00am to 3:00pmMaggie Rudd, contemporary Taupō based artist, is opening her studio at 15 St Pats Grove, Nukuhau over Waitangi weekend with a new collection on show. |
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DINNER AT THE LAKE4:30pm to 8:30pmDinner at the Lake is back with the Summer Series 2025/26. Running every Thursday from 18th December, 4.30pm–8.30pm (closed Christmas Day), this is the market for food lovers and sunset chasers. |
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VALENTINE'S SINGLES SPEED BOWLING NIGHT7:00pm to 10:00pmLooking for a fun, relaxed way to spend Valentine’s Day? Valentine’s Singles Speed Bowling Night at Dropzone is all about good vibes, social fun and a little friendly competition. |
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MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET9:00am to 1:00pmSunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits. |
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NEW ZEALAND NINJA SPRINTS9:00am to 5:00pmThe New Zealand Ninja Sprint brings high-energy obstacle racing to Taupō, featuring a purpose-built course with 18 challenges across the original 88-metre sprint, plus an all-new 400m OCR option. |
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JAPANESE COOKING CLASS6:00pm to 8:00pmDiscover the world of authentic Japanese cuisine in our traditional tatami dining room. |
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NEW ZEALAND NINJA SPRINTS9:00am to 5:00pmThe New Zealand Ninja Sprint brings high-energy obstacle racing to Taupō, featuring a purpose-built course with 18 challenges across the original 88-metre sprint, plus an all-new 400m OCR option. |
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JAPANESE COOKING CLASS6:00pm to 8:00pmDiscover the world of authentic Japanese cuisine in our traditional tatami dining room. |
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MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET9:00am to 1:00pmSunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits. |
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NEW ZEALAND NINJA SPRINTS9:00am to 5:00pmThe New Zealand Ninja Sprint brings high-energy obstacle racing to Taupō, featuring a purpose-built course with 18 challenges across the original 88-metre sprint, plus an all-new 400m OCR option. |
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LAKE TAUPŌ ACROSS THE LAKE SWIM6:00am to 12:00pmThis iconic open water swimming event caters to a wide range of swimming abilities and offers a fun, friendly, and supportive experience for everyone involved. |
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WHAKAIPO LODGE SUMMER CONCERT4:00pm to 7:00pmThe summer concert that keeps on giving is back. |
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BLINDSPOTT ARENA TOUR7:30pm to 11:30pmFresh off a sold-out Spark Arena show, Blindspott return this summer with their high-energy Blindspott Summer Arena Tour. |
