Waitangi Day 2026

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Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery Ferrybank

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February 6, 2026 10:00 AM

February 6, 2026 5:00 PM

After the success of our first Waitangi Day Festival in 2025, we are excited to welcome our community back for 2026.

Nau mai, haere mai. All welcome!

Brought to you in partnership between Hamilton City Council and Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery, the annual Waitangi Day Festival brings together whaanau, performers, makers, and creators to celebrate culture, creativity, and the stories of our region.

They're building on last year's energy with a programme that celebrates our community.

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Come along to the forecourt of Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery for their Waitangi Day Festival 2026 concert. They’re bringing together the sounds and rhythms of Aotearoa and beyond, creating a vibrant space for whaanau and friends to gather.

● Wai Taiko Drummers: 1pm

● Sambatron 1:30pm

● Desi Rhythms: 2pm

● Toubab Crew: 2:30pm

● Dvyne Wun: 3pm

● Manu Mātātahi: 3:45pm

● Jamey Ferguson: 4:30pm

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Free (Entry fees apply for Air Playground)

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Couples Gaming

February 5, 2026

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Every Day in February!

12pm - 10pm

Looking to build stronger connection with your partner? Give board gaming a try.

Relax with a cuppa + cute cozy board games and something sweet to enjoy together. If we are not busy, we might be able to teach / give you board game recommendations.

If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, make sure to call ahead 07 834 1118 to make sure that we have space for you.

You are more than welcome to walk in, but admission is not guaranteed

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Escapist Singles Night

February 14, 2026

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Single this Valentines? Join us for a fun night of laughter and connection through board gaming. Recommended age 23 - 49 years old

Speed dating meets board gaming. Tired of swiping right but still haven't found the right person?? Come join us for a night of speed dating with a twist. You will be seated in a group of 4 to play some quick and easy board games, after 15-20 minutes, you will be switched and move around. There will be a time to mix with a bigger group too.

$42.67pp

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The Kings of Country Rock

February 26, 2026

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Part one takes audiences on a journey through the Eagles’ timeless hits, including Take It Easy, Desperado, Hotel California, and Life in the Fast Lane, all faithfully reproduced by world-class musicians. Part two shifts into high gear with CCR’s chart-topping classics such as Proud Mary, Bad Moon Rising, Have You Ever Seen the Rain, and Green River, capturing the raw energy that made them platinum-selling legends. More than just a concert, this is an immersive rock experience, brought to life by a cast of internationally acclaimed performers. Climb aboard Proud Mary and cruise down the Dark Desert Highway for an unforgettable night of 1970s country rock anthems that will have audiences singing along from start to finish.

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February Events Guide

February 1, 2026

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Find out what's on in the central city this February!

Palate 21st Birthday Dinner

We're turning 21! Join us on the 5th of Feb to celebrate the occasion.

Click here for details and to book

https://palaterestaurant.co.nz/events/

FASTLANE FITNESS ROOM FOR HIRE/RENT

Unfurnished room for hire/rent upstairs at Fastlane Fitness. Ideal for businesses in the health and fitness industry

Soda’s Business Fundamentals Growth Lab

Soda’s Business Fundamentals Growth Lab, powered by Deloitte, is a practical eight-week programme designed especially for wāhine founders and women-led startups or small businesses.

Combining online learning with in-person expert-led sessions, the Growth Lab will guide participants through the essentials of starting, managing, and growing a business - from financial foundations to marketing and strategy.

Participants will join a supportive community of like-minded wāhine and gain valuable tools to accelerate growth. The programme concludes with a Pitch Night, where participants can showcase their business and compete for a $2,000 cash prize.

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After the success of our first Waitangi Day Festival in 2025, we are excited to welcome our community back for 2026.

More events

Couples Gaming

Escapist Singles Night

The Kings of Country Rock

February Events Guide

Palate 21st Birthday Dinner

FASTLANE FITNESS ROOM FOR HIRE/RENT

Soda’s Business Fundamentals Growth Lab

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