The Big Bang is back!
Taupō’s annual New Year’s Eve Big Bang Fireworks display returns on Wednesday 31 December.
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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NEW YEARS EVE BIG BANG9:30pm to 12:15am |
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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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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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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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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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TAUPŌ SUMMER CARNIVAL6:00pm to 10:00pmThe magic returns to Taupō’s Tongariro North Domain as the Taupō Summer Carnival lights up the lakeside nights once again. |
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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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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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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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TAUPŌ HISTORIC GP8:00am to 5:00pmGet ready for a nostalgic yet action-packed weekend at the Giltrap Group Taupo Historic GP, a highlight of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at Taupo International Motorsport Park. |
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TAUPŌ HISTORIC GP8:00am to 5:00pmGet ready for a nostalgic yet action-packed weekend at the Giltrap Group Taupo Historic GP, a highlight of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at Taupo International Motorsport Park. |
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TAUPŌ HISTORIC GP8:00am to 5:00pmGet ready for a nostalgic yet action-packed weekend at the Giltrap Group Taupo Historic GP, a highlight of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at Taupo International Motorsport Park. |
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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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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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TAUPŌ SUMMER CONCERT 202611:00amTaupō Summer Concert is back for 2026. Spend a summer day rocking out at the Taupō Amphitheatre on Saturday, 24 January 2026! |
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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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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. |
