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Parachute Music Festival Hamilton 27-30 January 2012
The happiest little festival on earth!
Held annually in January at the Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton, the Parachute Music Festival lasts for four days and three nights. It is the Southern Hemisphere's largest Christian music festival, featuring music, guest speakers, amusement rides & attractions, food & shopping, talent competitions, themed parties & much more.
In Hamilton Music, Concerts & Gigs
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Parachute Music Festival Hamilton 27-30 January 2012 The happiest little festival on earth!
NZ National Fieldays Mystery Creek Hamilton 13-16 June 2012
New Zealand's premier agribusiness event
National Fieldays is held over 4 days each June attracting over 120,000 visitors from New Zealand & overseas. Over 1,000 exhibitors, cutting edge agricultural technology and innovation plus workshops, competitions, sheep dog trials, fashion show & more.
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NZ National Fieldays Mystery Creek Hamilton 13-16 June 2012 New Zealand's premier agribusiness event
Balloons Over Waikato 28 March-1 April 2012
New Zealand's premier hot air balloon festival, Hamilton.
A visual spectacle of over 30 magnificent hot air balloons from New Zealand and overseas, taking to the skies for 5 days of fun and competition. Amazing special shaped balloons, the popular NightGlow show and mass ascensions at sunrise, entertain and delight spectators of all ages. Admission free.
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Balloons Over Waikato 28 March-1 April 2012 New Zealand's premier hot air balloon festival, Hamilton.
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Dawn Shakers Toastmasters
Enjoy a Toastmasters membership that offers you: - A proven way of practising communication skills in an atmosphere of fellowship and fun; -.... >>more
St Paul's Methodist Church, Hamilton
Tuesday 12th October to Tuesday 31st July 7.00 am
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Pathfinder Rise of the Runelords
We're looking for a few people wanting to exercise their imaginations. This is not a one-off event but an ongoing commitment for Tuesday nig.... >>more
Hamilton, Waikato
Tuesday 3rd May to Tuesday 26th June 7.00 pm
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Purakau: Myths & Legends: Mitos Y Leyendes
Curated by Xavier de la Cueva Meade (Mexico, NZ) and Flor de Lis Lopez Hernandez (Cuba). All cultures have myths and legends woven into the.... >>more
Waikato Museum, Hamilton
Friday 10th June to Tuesday 7th February 10.00 am
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California Superbike School
For over 30 years the California Superbike School has taught over 150,000 students in the USA, Europe and Australia to ‘Discover the Artâ€.... >>more
Hampton Downs Motor Sport Park, Meremere
Monday 6th February to Tuesday 7th February 7.00 am
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Healthy Living Retreat: POSTPONED
Join raw food vegan Kelly Stubbs & naturopath Donelle Crocker on the shores of Lake Taupo to relax and reclaim your health! Learn how to tra.... >>more
Waitahanui Lodge, Taupo
Friday 3rd February to Tuesday 7th February 1.00 pm
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Waiclay: Reflections of NZ Ceramics
Waiclay exhibits exciting ceramic pieces from all over New Zealand. Waiclay was established in 2001 when it was decided to hold a National C.... >>more
Waikato Museum, Hamilton
Saturday 3rd December to Sunday 27th May 10.00 am
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Battle for the Belt
Sonny Bill Williams vs Clarence Tillman III for the NZ heavyweight boxing title. New Zealand sporting legend Sonny Bill Williams is set to .... >>more
Claudelands Arena, Hamilton
Wednesday 8th February 6.00 pm
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Hampton Downs Ride Day
Hampton Downs Ride Days - your chance to experience the thrill, freedom and adrenalin rush of riding your motorcycle at a speed that you fee.... >>more
Hampton Downs Motor Sport Park, Meremere
Friday 5th August to Wednesday 8th February 7.45 am
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Shenandoah Davis (USA) w/ Der Kranks
The Seattle, WA, USA based musician Shenandoah Davis will be coming to New Zealand in 2012 as part of her world tour supporting her new reco.... >>more
Static Bar, Hamilton
Wednesday 8th February 8.00 pm
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Latin Dancing Rhythms
Come to Sky City Vue Bar for some Latin music that you can dance to. Every Wednesday night from 9 til 11pm, with plenty of people to dance w.... >>more
SKYCITY Hamilton, Hamilton
Wednesday 8th February to Wednesday 30th May 9.00 pm
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First Impressions Toastmasters
A dynamic, exciting showcase of between one to three speakers each week. Join us in celebrating our speakers as they improve their communic.... >>more
YWCA, Hamilton
Thursday 3rd June to Thursday 28th June 7.00 am
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Supermodel & Sleeping Dogs
Wellington rockers Supermodel are teaming up with Christchurch wave-makers Sleeping Dogs in a seven-date tour throughout the North Island th.... >>more
YOT Club, Raglan
Thursday 9th February to Friday 10th February 9.00 pm
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Nordic Walking Beginner Classes
The course consists of 4 one hour class. It's an introductory class and will cover the Nordic Walking basic technique. Classes are given by .... >>more
Te Rapa Sportsdrome - Ashurst Park, Hamilton
Thursday 9th February to Thursday 1st March 11.00 am
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Nordic Walking Fitness Class
The class suits Nordic Walkers with prior experience who want to get their increase their level of fitness. The class starts with a warm-up .... >>more
Te Rapa Sportsdrome - Ashurst Park, Hamilton
Thursday 9th February 9.15 am
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Shotgun Alley
Armed with an adjusted line-up, a successful debut album, and aspirations of a new album just beginning to break the surface, the Shotgun Al.... >>more
Gravity Bar, Hamilton
Friday 10th February to Saturday 11th February 8.00 pm
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Drive Your Own Car On a Racing Track - Twilight Session
Public open day - twilight session from 5PM - 7PM Proudly supported by G-Force Magazine! Information The twilight sessions are from 5pm.... >>more
Hampton Downs Motor Sport Park, Meremere
Friday 28th October to Friday 10th February 5.00 pm
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101 Proof Pantera Tribute - The Goddamn Electric Summer Tour
101 Proof is back and ready to metal up your new year! Also this year 101 Proof will not only be playing all your favourite Pantera songs, b.... >>more
Axces Bar, Hamilton
Friday 10th February to Saturday 11th February 8.00 pm
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Kiwi Express
Country, jazz, blues, roots..... >>more
Hamilton Workingmen's Club, Hamilton
Friday 10th February 8.00 pm
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Hot Grease, Somebody's Sons + Imploder
Hot Grease: https://www.facebook.com/pages/HOT-Grease/102200776519991?sk=wall Somebody's Sons: https://www.facebook.com/somebodyssons?ref=ts.... >>more
Static Bar, Hamilton
Friday 10th February to Saturday 11th February 9.00 pm
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19th Paeroa Highland Games & Tattoo
12 hours of Scottish entertainment - a kaleidoscope of massed bands, music and displays featuring Highland dancing, axemen's chopping carniv.... >>more
Paeroa Domain, Paeroa
Saturday 11th February 9.00 am
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R and R Sport Black Stump Adventure Ride
Come and experience real MTBing at its best! All off-road, and over a great variety of terrain, single track, farm track, and 4WD tracks whi.... >>more
Black Stump, Hamilton
Saturday 11th February 7.00 am
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The Huka Xstream River Swim
Be at the start line at the source of the Waikato River and swim through some amazing scenery. Past 150 foot cliff walls, through the boilin.... >>more
Taupo, Lake Taupo
Saturday 11th February 10.00 am
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Photography Workshop: Working in Adobe Lightroom
This workshop takes you through converting your RAW data from your camera to a useable image, either in a tiff or jpeg format, ensuring you .... >>more
Old School Arts Centre, Raglan
Saturday 11th February 9.00 am
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Polo in the Park
Now in its 18th year and one of the most popular attended events of the polo calendar in New Zealand which attracts up to 4,000 people annua.... >>more
Kihikihi Polo Ground, Kihikihi
Saturday 11th February 12.45 pm
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Nosh Hamilton Food & Wine Market Day
Nosh Hamilton will hold the first Food & Wine Market Day of the year. Come down and join us for great Market Day Specials, Wine Tastings, P.... >>more
Nosh Food Market, Hamilton
Saturday 11th February 10.00 am
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Hamilton Weet-Bix Tryathlon
What's it all about? The Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon is a Kiwi institution, and this year it is celebrating its 20th anniversary! Be part of thi.... >>more
University of Waikato Sports Fields, Hamilton
Sunday 12th February 9.00 am
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Asics Shoe Clinic Killer Mountain Run/Walk
Asics Shoe Clinic Killer Waikato’s exciting off road mountain run/walk event. Come and run/walk the legendary Black Stump Course. This cou.... >>more
Black Stump, Hamilton
Sunday 12th February 6.00 am
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Raglan Creative Market
Local kai and arts from Whaingaroa. Raglan's Creative Market is a vibrant gathering of craft, culinary and artistic creations. Come and bro.... >>more
Old School Arts Centre, Raglan
Sunday 9th October to Sunday 8th April 9.00 am
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Miniature Train Rides
We currently operate every Sunday and will always welcome visitors from other clubs. We hold two major open weekends per year, one in Marc.... >>more
Minogue Park, Hamilton
Sunday 15th January to Sunday 27th May 10.30 am
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Auburn Wines Summer of Riesling Tasting Dinner
The only winery in New Zealand dedicated solely to Riesling. Join Auburn Wines Owner, Max Marriot in a shared plates dinner, paired with Au.... >>more
Scenic Cellars, Taupo
Sunday 12th February 7.00 pm
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Barry and Catherine Smith: Antarctica - Dreams & Discoveries
Images of Antarctica through paintings and woodcuts. This exhibition celebrates the centenary of the journeys of Amundsen and Scott to the .... >>more
ArtsPost Galleries and Shop, Hamilton
Friday 13th January to Monday 13th February 10.00 am
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Adrian Worsley: Reclaiming Scraps of New Zealand Sculpture
Adrian has created an exhibition of sculptures that embrace New Zealand and some of our natural beauties. These sculptures are works of ste.... >>more
ArtsPost Galleries and Shop, Hamilton
Friday 13th January to Monday 13th February 10.00 am
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Rick Fisher: O Tatou Taonga
O Tatou Taonga is a look at our native treasures, capturing the beauty, character and personalities of native New Zealand in its natural hab.... >>more
ArtsPost Galleries and Shop, Hamilton
Friday 13th January to Monday 13th February 10.00 am
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How to Make a Monster: After School Pottery Classes
Have you always wanted to try your hand at the art of pottery? Our short, 9-week after-school pottery course for 8 – 12 year olds will get.... >>more
Waikato Museum, Hamilton
Monday 13th February to Monday 12th March 3.30 pm
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Toolbox – The Early Years (0-6)
Over six sessions, the Early Years Toolbox is designed to encourage you in your role as a parent. No-one will influence your child’s futur.... >>more
Plunket Rooms, Hamilton
Monday 13th February 7.15 pm
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Otunui Paddleboat Valentine’s Sunset Cruise
This Valentine's Day stunning Lake Maraetai offers the perfect romantic setting to create that special memory. Enjoy the sunset and scenery .... >>more
Otunui Paddleboat, Mangakino
Tuesday 14th February 6.30 pm
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Toolbox - The Early Years (0-6)
Over six sessions, the Early Years Toolbox is designed to encourage you in your role as a parent. No-one will influence your child’s futur.... >>more
St Paul's Methodist Church, Hamilton
Tuesday 14th February 7.00 pm
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Home Cheesemaking - Goat Brie or Semi-hard Cheese
These one-day hands-on workshops focus in on the techniques for making cheese at home in your kitchen. We'll also show you how to make ricot.... >>more
New Zealand Cheese School, Putaruru
Wednesday 15th February 9.30 am
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Matamata Toastmasters
Make the most of your time with a mid-week boost to your self-confidence and leadership ability! Come along to Matamata Toastmasters for a .... >>more
All Saints Anglican Church, Matamata
Wednesday 14th December to Wednesday 20th June 7.30 pm
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Show Your Ability: Disability and Aged Care Equipment Expo
New Zealand's premier disability and aged care equipment expo is back in 2012. With over 40 of New Zealand's top equipment, information and .... >>more
Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton
Wednesday 15th February 9.00 am
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Toolbox – The Middle Years (6-12)
Over six sessions, the Middle Years Toolbox is designed to help you teach skills and build memories. - Session 1 – Building character and.... >>more
Hamilton Parents Centre, Hamilton
Thursday 16th February 7.15 pm
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SEWN - Longboarding Surfing Documentary
SEWN - the shores of Aotearoa seen through the eyes of longboarders SEWN (which is an acronym for south east west north), is the title of t.... >>more
Old School Arts Centre, Raglan
Wednesday 15th February to Thursday 16th February 8.30 pm
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Friends of the Taupo Library Quiz Night 2012
It's time for our summer quiz. Come and join us! Can you knock last year's winners off their perch? In a team or on your own – you’re.... >>more
Taupo Public Library, Taupo
Thursday 16th February 7.00 pm
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Mundi
Prepare to be transported! Inspired by music from the deserts of North Africa, the Amazon Basin and beyond, Mundi take you on an unforgettab.... >>more
The Plaza, Putaruru
Friday 17th February 7.30 pm
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Lifeline Waikato Charity Golf Tournament
We would like to invite you to join us for a fun day of golf at Narrows Golf Club. This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your colleagu.... >>more
Narrows Golf Club, Hamilton
Friday 17th February 11.30 am
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17th New Balance Great Lake Relay
Don't miss being part of the Annual New Balance Great Lake Relay around the largest lake in Australasia - Lake Taupo. Renown as being the be.... >>more
Taupo Domain, Taupo
Friday 17th February to Saturday 18th February 9.00 pm
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Mundi
Prepare to be transported! Inspired by music from the deserts of North Africa, the Amazon Basin and beyond, Mundi take you on an unforgettab.... >>more
The Plaza, Putaruru
Friday 17th February 7.30 pm
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Amo Italiana
Treat your loved ones to 'Amo Italiano' featuring one of New Zealand's premier tenors, Bevan Williams. Be enchanted with Bevan's chameleon-l.... >>more
Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton
Friday 17th February 7.00 pm
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Trainers Raceday
Racing Te Aroha invites you to enjoy all the fun at the races! It will be the first raceday of the calendar year, so come along and have a .... >>more
Te Aroha Racecourse, Te Aroha
Friday 17th February 12.30 pm
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Spoonfed, Dead, Rogernomix, God Bows to Math + Viking Weed: CANCELLED
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Static Bar, Hamilton
Friday 17th February to Saturday 18th February 9.00 pm
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