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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July 2025

Tuesday 1st
WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

2mile2good Tuesday Night Laughs with Jeremy Corbett & Rhys Mathewson (R18)

2mile2good Tuesday Night Laughs with Jeremy Corbett & Rhys Mathewson (R18)

7:00pm to 9:00pm

Get ready for another comedy night to remember as 2mile2good Tuesday Night Laughs presents two of Aotearoa’s top comedians – Jeremy Corbett and Billy T Award winner Rhys Mathewson.

Wednesday 2nd
WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

Thursday 3rd
Card Making

Card Making

10:00am to 8:30pm

Get creative and explore your card-making skills with Active Arts Taupō! This enjoyable workshop offers a perfect family-friendly activity that’s great no matter the weather.

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Have a Go on the Potter's Wheel

Have a Go on the Potter's Wheel

10:00am to 5:00pm

Experience the joy of pottery by making your own tumbler on the wheel at this hands-on workshop. Perfect for anyone aged 15 and over, this event invites you to get creative and try a new craft.

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

Mocktails and Menopause presented by DPA

Mocktails and Menopause presented by DPA

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Join three inspiring New Zealanders – Petra Bagust, Meg Cowan, and Dr Linda Dear – for a powerful, engaging evening centred on midlife, menopause, and meaningful connection.

MULLIGAN'S OPEN MIC NIGHT

MULLIGAN'S OPEN MIC NIGHT

8:00pm to 11:00pm
Welcome to home of Taupo's local musicians for jamming together for over 20 years. Let's Jam, It's your time to shine.

"There are no strangers, only friends, you haven't met yet."

Friday 4th
Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone

Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone

10:00am to 4:00pm

Experience endless fun with bouncy castles and zorb balls, where you can bounce, flip, roll, and bump to your heart’s content.

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

Mercury Light Hub

Mercury Light Hub

5:00pm to 9:00pm

For 17 magical nights, the Tongariro South Domain will be transformed into a vibrant wonderland of colour and sound, sparking imagination and creating unforgettable memories for all ages.

Guru of Chai by Indian Ink

Guru of Chai by Indian Ink

7:00pm to 9:00pm

Experience the vivid contrasts of modern India in this acclaimed play from Indian Ink, one of Aotearoa’s most celebrated theatre companies.

Saturday 5th
TBC Caffeine and Cars

TBC Caffeine and Cars

10:00am to 12:00pm

 

Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone

Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone

10:00am to 4:00pm

Experience endless fun with bouncy castles and zorb balls, where you can bounce, flip, roll, and bump to your heart’s content.

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

More FM Mid-Winter Swim

More FM Mid-Winter Swim

12:00pm to 3:00pm

Shake off those winter blues with a thrilling “refreshing” dip in Lake Taupō at the More FM Mid-Winter Swim, returning for 2025!

Paint & Glaze a Wine Goblet

Paint & Glaze a Wine Goblet

3:00pm to 5:00pm

Create a personalised wine goblet by painting and glazing it yourself at this creative workshop. All necessary equipment is supplied, making it easy to enjoy the artistic process.

Bows and Bowties Mid-Winter Ball Presented by Le Pine & Co

Bows and Bowties Mid-Winter Ball Presented by Le Pine & Co

6:30pm to 10:30pm

Step into an evening of glamour and celebration at the Mid-Winter Ball, marking the 10th anniversary of the Taupo Winter Festival.

Sunday 6th
MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

9:00am to 1:00pm

Sunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits.

More FM Creation Station - Paper Lanterns

More FM Creation Station - Paper Lanterns

9:00am to 10:00am

Get creative and light up your holidays at this free paper lantern workshop!

Hole-in-one Disc Golf

Hole-in-one Disc Golf

10:00am to 2:00pm

Think you’ve got what it takes to hit an ace? Take on the Hole-in-One Disc Golf Challenge and test your aim on the North Domain!

Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone

Taupō Top 10 Fun Zone

10:00am to 4:00pm

Experience endless fun with bouncy castles and zorb balls, where you can bounce, flip, roll, and bump to your heart’s content.

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Roller Disco with Taupō Roller Derby League

Roller Disco with Taupō Roller Derby League

1:30pm to 7:00pm

Get your skates on these school holidays and roll into the fun at the Great Lake Centre Hall!

NEW ZEALAND HIGHWAYMEN TOUR 25

NEW ZEALAND HIGHWAYMEN TOUR 25

2:30pm to 4:30pm

New Zealand music's Elder Statesmen, the NZ Highwaymen, are embarking on their 'Tour 25.' After two sold-out tours in 2023 and 2024, these legendary musicians are ready to once again captivate audi

New Zealand Highwaymen

New Zealand Highwaymen

2:30pm to 4:30pm

The New Zealand Highwaymen are back on the road for ‘Tour 25’, following two sold-out national tours in 2023 and 2024.

Monday 7th
DropZone Family Bowling Challenge

DropZone Family Bowling Challenge

9:00am to 5:00pm

Looking for some family-friendly competition these school holidays?

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

Tuesday 8th
WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

Wednesday 9th
Rock Painting with Active Arts

Rock Painting with Active Arts

10:00am to 12:00pm

Looking for a creative holiday activity? Join the fun at Active Arts Taupō for a hands-on rock painting session as part of the Taupō Winter Festival.

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

Thursday 10th
WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

Māui's Flock (Te Pōkai a Māui)

11:00am to 12:00pm

Join Māui’s flock on an engaging bird-watching safari led by storyteller Jeffrey Addison, where participants bring their own bird puppets and embark on a unique wildlife adventure.

ANTHONY STREET | ILLUSIONIST

ANTHONY STREET | ILLUSIONIST

7:00pm to 8:00pm

Get ready, Taupō! Internationally acclaimed illusionist Anthony Street is coming to the Great Lake Centre for one night only! 

Friday 11th
WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Mercury Light Hub

Mercury Light Hub

5:00pm to 9:00pm

For 17 magical nights, the Tongariro South Domain will be transformed into a vibrant wonderland of colour and sound, sparking imagination and creating unforgettable memories for all ages.

The Gincident - Conversation, Cocktails & Crime

The Gincident - Conversation, Cocktails & Crime

7:00pm to 9:00pm

Spend an evening with award-winning crime writer Jacqueline ‘Rock’ Bublitz, author of the bestselling Before You Knew My Name and the newly released Leave the Girls Behind.

Saturday 12th
WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

Sunday 13th
MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

9:00am to 1:00pm

Sunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits.

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

WAIRAKEI ESTATE ICE RINK

10:00am to 9:00pm

We’re back, Taupō!

2mile2good Winterfest Mega Jam

2mile2good Winterfest Mega Jam

3:00pm to 5:00pm

Don’t miss this Sunday afternoon and evening of live music featuring the region’s top musicians coming together to jam as the winter sunset paints the sky.

Sunday 20th
MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

9:00am to 1:00pm

Sunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits.

Friday 25th
Magic Men Takeover Taupo

Magic Men Takeover Taupo

6:30pm to 9:30pm

MAGIC MEN is bringing together the BIGGEST and BADDEST crew to Taupo, NZ!!!

IN THE SHALLOWS WINTER TOUR 25

IN THE SHALLOWS WINTER TOUR 25

9:15pm to 11:30pm

IN THE SHALLOWS | NEW ERA. NEW ALBUM. NEW TOUR. 2025 is already glowing for In The Shallows.

Sunday 27th
MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

MARKET CENTRAL TAUPŌ: FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET

9:00am to 1:00pm

Sunday mornings have never been better! Nestled beside the stunning Lake Taupō with breathtaking mountain views, an exciting market awaits.

Thursday 31st
BEATS BY BINGO

BEATS BY BINGO

7:30pm to 9:30pm

Beats By Bingo night! Instead of numbers on your bingo card, its song titles! This super fun and easy game will have you singing along and bopping about in your seat.