As a result of a number of events postponing due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, we recommend you check the event / workshop organisers website or contact the organisers direct to find out if they are still going ahead. If you are involved in an event that is currently being promoted on the CBOP website please email us at connect@creativebop.org.nz and keep us up-to-date on any cancelations or date changes.
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Te Manawataki o Mauao
Experience the rhythmic pulse of
Rolph Hediger: For Thei...
Rolph Hediger’s For Theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven is an ongoing project that started at the beginning of
Hand Me Down: A persona...
The visual space is a nexus that speaks of physical and metaphorical
COUSINEAU Solo Exhibiti...
This exhibition of work by Christine Cousineau explores the visual dialogue between the two mediums, clay and
LEGACY Exhibition ̵...
The Incubator Creative Hub is delighted to present an exciting opportunity for snapping up some great works
Zentangle & Other ...
More information coming
GOODBYE BAY OF PLENTY: ...
Dame Robin White (Ngati Awa/ Pakeha, born 1946 in Te Puke) is recognised as one of New Zealand’s key
After Dark Urban Light ...
Artist applications and expressions of interest are now open and will close on 30 January 2022 with the full
Blue Sky Days – M...
‘Blue Sky Days’ takes you on a journey of our story over the past two
Echoes: Tauranga Moana
'Echoes: Tauranga Moana' is a special interactive heritage exhibition being held at Baycourt Community and
Welcome Farmers’ ...
Welcome Farmers' Market is a community focussed food and craft market, welcoming
Katikati Artisan Craft ...
Gorgeous Local Handcrafted products bringing people together at Chrome Café, Wharawhara Road, SH2,
How Peculiar
For one night only, submerge yourself in an otherworldly dance spectacle fusing art and
Aotearoa Surf Film Fest...
We are looking forward to coming back to the Mount to celebrate our 10th anniversary and sharing the best
Trip Change (Lies &...
Trip Change are a fresh new band from Taranaki, New Zealand, who write and perform original music – full of
CMNZ presents Tararua &...
Drawing inspiration from Māori rock art depictions of bird people at the Maerewhenua site in Otago, whānau
Barrel Room Blues with ...
Robbie Lavën and Mike Garner present a show of acoustic blues, ragtime and Americana, featuring acoustic
Satellite Sessions at t...
Satellite Sessions presents another original music showcase from some top local
Bootleg Revue LIVE at t...
Distilled to create a taste of one of the finest original music groups this side of the black
Steam Punk’d R...
Luke Devery’s leatherworks have been inspired by New Zealand artist Alfred Tinkersmith from colonial
Cinemate Film Club
Come along to a free movie screening of award winners or
Watercolour and Wine Ni...
Turn wine into watercolour! Take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other, and let’s paint a watercolour
Oriana Singers Choir
Oriana Singers Inc is a mixed-voice (SATB) choir with members from the greater Tauranga
Mataatua
Mataatua is a devised, bilingual theatre extravaganza that features singing, dance, haka and authentic
TJS Jazz Jam
Head over to the Social Club at Mt Maunganui for the monthly TJS Jazz Jam.
Diamond Tufting
Diamond tufting is a very skilled technique. Learn a new skill and set yourself up to make your own
Hittmen – A Fuse ...
Hittmen is a team of dynamic bucket drummers that have been busking in Auckland and performing at NZ
The Big Bike Film Night...
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together
Art Access Aoteroa̵...
This year Arts Access Aotearoa is holding its Annual General Meeting online, via Zoom. Please join us
3 Acts of Differing Fla...
An evening of music featuring 3 acts of differing flavours from alternative to 90's inspired
Pride Party 2022
A celebration of all things
Creature from the Black...
Come join us to celebrate the opening night of the Village Cinema - Community Picture
Local Loudness – ...
An evening of music featuring 3 acts of differing flavours, from alternative to 90's inspired
Assistant Accountant...
Are you looking for consistent work in the film industry? Or are you wanting to add another 'string to your
Dvořák: Mass in D
Dvořák: Mass in D and music by Bach, Brahms and
“Contained”...
It was during the “Lock Down” of Covid19, March 2020 in NZ, that I started painting from the collection
Around the World: Altit...
Welcome to Altitude Pole the Mount's show Around the World. Their students and staff will showcase their
The Power to Change You...
Dr Vinyl Burns - not a real doctor. Enigmatic motivation speaker, faux-genius and guru of
Boycott the Candy Shop
Albert Street, Flaxxies and Marmalade Skies are linking up for a run of shows across the North Island. They
Pride Picnic 2022
Pride Picnic at The Strand in
Sunday Scholarship Conc...
Tauranga Opera Forum presents it's first live concert for 2022 following their winning concert in 2021. Our
TE MĀTAHI O TE TAU KI T...
Tauranga Moana, like many other regions, observe Matariki differently from other areas in Aotearoa - this
Poetry Club: Read Betwe...
Looking forward to see who comes out of the woodwork this
Matariki Star Hunt at T...
Nau mai, haere mai, ki te Whare Toi o Tauranga Moana. Bring the whānau in and have a go at our Matariki Star
TE KETE IPURANGI –...
Explore Matariki significance, local customs and traditions and how we can utilise this seasonal marker to
Meadow Maharey – ...
Kia ora my name is Meadow Maharey. I am a 17 year old student at Tauranga Girls College. I enjoy expression
Manākitanga – Wha...
Manākitanga demonstrates the strength of a number of Whakairo in Tauranga Moana with work including those by
Matariki 2022 Incubator...
NAU MAI, HAERE MAI, TAUTOKO MAI, KI TE INCUBATOR CREATIVE HUB MATARIKI CELEBRATIONS
Tipene Fitzell – ...
Tipene was born considering, observing, questioning. A young man whose creative mind and ability to think
NGĀ MATA O TE ARIKIR...
Hayley Smith Ngāti Ranginui, Ngai Te Rangi descent. Landscape portraits and Mahi Toi; using earth pigments
‘E kore te patiki...
The Incubator Gallery presents ‘E kore te patiki e hoki ki tona puehu’ by Justine
He Uku Maioro – A...
He Uku Maioro - this is reference to the clay fortifications work that were created here in Tauranga
Te Pou Arataki – ...
The People’s Gallery - Toi ka rere is proud to host Whakatāne artists Tame Iti and Joanne Black with their
Jon Stevens – The...
Tauranga concert announced for JON STEVENS - The Noiseworks + INXS Collection. Aussie based Kiwi rocker Jon
Hanna
Being a young mum is supposed to be hard - but for Hanna, the only thing she's ever been brilliant at is
Project Youth Hip Hop D...
PROJECT is a Hip Hop Crew Dance Competition for youth who have a passion for Hip Hop Dance. This event will
BASS IN THE PLACE
Multiple DJ's across a plethora of genres such as DNB, HOUSE, DUBSTEP , TRAP and
Improv Comedy with The ...
Spontaneous, entertaining and fun. Anything can happen and often
You Should Be Dancing T...
If you love disco, are looking for a place to shake your thing and a great night out, come along to You
Mt Maunganui re:generat...
Second-hand fashion rocks and we want this to be accessible for more people! Join us at the re:generate
Cultural Connections
Cultural Connections is a council staff training package delivered by Te Pou Takawaenga Māori
Iti Pounamu with Aroha
Join us for a special Matariki Iti Pounamu, songs, stories and fun for under
Tom Sainsbury – S...
Comedian, snapchat satirist and now unmasked as the dancing Alien on The Masked Singer NZ, Tom Sainsbury is
Good For Laughs Comedy ...
Brendhan Lovegrove, ten time comedian of the year winner headlines the CBK Tauranga spot in the Good For
Leaving Jackson
Take a step back in time to when country music told a true story of life, love, and heartache. From the
Connected – Mac S...
Come and join the party celebrations of your favourite Drum & Bass, Jungle & Retrowave
The Artist RED LIVE at ...
As part of the Tauranga Moana Matariki 2022 Programme we introduce this wonderful evening of entertainment
Farewell Choral Concert...
Join the Katikati Mural Town Singers for an afternoon of songs and
LISTENING TO THE LAND: ...
Nau Mai Haere Mai, Tauranga City Libraries is honoured to present an evening with Robert McGowan,
Matariki Film Festival
The Incubator Creative Hub & our team at Okorore Ngā Toi Māori are committed to bringing a diverse array of
The World of Musicals
The Musical Gala with an International cast brings London’s West End and New York’s Broadway to New
Lead Zipline
Enjoy another world-class tribute evening of the Greatest Ever Hard Rock Music that was Led
ŌTŪMOETAI PA HISTORIC B...
Learn about Tauranga’s history and explore some of our off-road trails on this guided cycle tour as we
MATARIKI KŌRERO MAI ...
Leading Tauranga Moana toi Māori artists including Jo’el Komene, Whare Thompson and Que Bidois along with
YPT Free Concert
YPT (Youth Philharmonic Tauranga) is very excited to be presenting our first concert in 2022, having last
Jarred Fell – Int...
Jam-packed with his unique rock ‘n roll style of laughs, wizardry, illusions & mind reading *INTEGRITY* is
Great Gable
Off the back of a solid 2020 which saw them release their debut album Tracing
Guy Williams – He...
If you're a fan of New Zealand Today, you'll probably have an OK time at this stand up
Matariki Markets 2022
Kaupapa Māori and Sustainable Product
Matariki Kite Day
In celebration of Matariki, Tauranga City Libraries and the New Zealand Kite Flyers association present the
7 Days Live
The 7 Days Live tour is now officially an annual
Tauranga 59th National ...
Due to the Covid-19 situation in New Zealand and specifically the Omicron outbreak, the 2022 Port of Tauranga
A Positive Passion
An exhibition of Christie Cramer's latest botanical series 'A Positive Passion' painted using bold
44th National Youth Jaz...
Young jazz stars of the future compete for trophies and
Pot Club Monthly Gathering
Let's get messy! We welcome emerging and established potters/ceramicists to come along to a supportive
MATARIKI, TUPU-Ā-RANGI ...
The Department of Conservation teams up with Forest and Bird for two new and unique presentations bonded by a
Here Comes the Judge: J...
A star-studded line up of the National Youth Jazz Competition judges and guest performers jam up a storm and
Midnight Sun 2022
A spectacular, immersive artwork by New Zealand installation artist Sara Hughes will bring new life to the
Ella & Joe: The Mu...
Transport yourself to New York's Carnegie Hall, where distinguished guitarist Joe Pass and Ella Fitzgerald
Midge Marsden
New Zealand's legendary music icon Midge Marsden needs no introduction...Midge's career spans five decades,
Kiwi Moon
Meet Little Kiwi, a tiny bird who will leave a huge
Eva: The Songs & S...
Featuring former lead vocalist of Riverdance The Show World Tour, Caitriona Fallon has performed at the
Black & Gold
The Tauranga Big Band returns to Addison Theatre to present their new show Black and
MATARIKI KI MAUAO FESTI...
To celebrate the very first Matariki Public Holiday in Aotearoa, our Festival will be open to the
NGĀ TOHU TOI MO NGĀ URI...
Te Tuhi Mareikura is proud to be supporting a team of Community Creative Arts and Māori Development agencies
MATARIKI KI MAUAO FESTI...
Ngā Poutiriao o Mauao Trust, in collaboration with Te Puna I Rangiriri Trust, will be launching a new
(Love) Miles and Chet
A show romancing the music of two of the greatest trumpet players ever to walk the
Frank Meets Peggy &...
Frank meets Peggy celebrates the songs of The Great American Songbook, with songs like, Come Fly With Me and
Overload Festival
NZ's Massive Summer Metal and Rock
The Joe Kaptein Quartet
Grand Bacharachian orchestration, cosmic mid-70s jazz, pop and funk, krautrock, and Keith Jarrett are among