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SUMMARY:Registrations for 118 Annual Group Show
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub\nTHIS REGISTRATION WINDOW is open from July the 13th to Nov the 23rd THE EXHIBITION ITSELF OPENS – Sat 28th of November 2026 at 10m and is – a vibrant celebration of local creativity and diverse artistic voices. \nRegister your Entry: No later than Monday the 23rd of November\, 5pm. \nMaximum Registrations: Two art works per artist. No series/diptych/triptych. \nRegistration Fee$18 per artwork\, must be paid in advance or it will not be accepted into the show. \nRegistration Fee plus Canvas: $25 – (we have a limited number of 300x300mm canvasses available for purchase). \nTERMS & CONDITIONS: \nRegistration/Ticket Criteria: One work per registration /Ticket. If you wish to submit two artworks\, please fill out a separate registration/ticket form for each one. Please include your name and title of work on each form. \nSize: Artwork/sculpture must be 300x300mm (12×12 inches)  OUTER EDGE (includes any framing/stands). Yes they can be round! Larger/smaller sizes WILL NOT be accepted. \nCondition of Work: No flimsy hangers – Cheap unsafe hangers MUST be replaced by screw eyes or D-rings and string/wire AND work without hangers or with unsafe hangers will not be accepted. Sculptures must be stable\, free standing and be able to be displayed in a safe manner\, and all artworks must be in a finished/dry state ready to be hung on delivery. \nDelivery Criteria:  \nAll works must be delivered on the Monday 23rd\, Tuesday 24th\, Wednesday 25th of November ONLY – 10am to 5pm. \nEach artwork must have a swing tag attached with the Artist’s name and the title of the work. \nInsurance: We do not insure artwork and suggest that each artist insure their own artwork if they require insurance. \nReturns: If you post artwork to us we cannot return unsold artworks unless you supply an adequate pre-paid\, self-addressed bag or box. \nGeneral Terms and Conditions \nYou MUST make arrangements to pick up unsold and/or purchased art works on Sunday 20th December by arrangement or Monday 22nd December 10-3pm or make alternative arrangements before these dates by emailing exhibitions@theincubator.co.nz. Please note any artwork remaining uncollected 6 months past the end of the exhibition\, will be donated to charity. \nWe will NOT be accepting any work that has been submitted into any previous end of year fundraising group show (ie 116 or 117 etc). \nThis exhibition is our fundraiser to continue to deliver great community exhibitions in 2026.  Artists may choose to make a donation to the People’s Gallery Community Exhibition Programme. (You will be offered this option when you fill out your registration form/s) \nAll works will be priced to sell at $118 each and if sold you will receive this amount direct to the bank account that you supply when you fill out the registration form/s. The money will be paid as soon as possible after the exhibition but please bear with us as this can be a huge job. \nDIT: Our motto is DO IT TOGETHER\, so we will be contacting artists to ask if they can be Ambassadors for this Exhibition and staff it for a day or so\, on a voluntary basis. \nThe Exhibition will open on Saturday the 28th November at 10am and runs until Sunday 20th December 2026. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/registrations-for-118-annual-group-show/
LOCATION:The Incubator Creative Hub\, The Incubator Creative Hub\, 159 17th Avenue\, Tauranga South\, Tauranga 3112\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Wild City Trail
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga City Council\nCalling all explorers! \nAre you ready for an adventure? \nNine local animals are hiding around Grey Street and they’re waiting for you to find them all! Grab a pencil\, print the activity sheet and set off on a fun family trail through the city centre. \nCan you spot a fluttering piwakawaka (fantail) or maybe a tiny pāpā (gecko) hiding nearby? Keep searching for all nine creatures:\nPāpā (gecko)\nPūtangitangi (paradise shelduck)\nPepe (pūriri moth)\nPiwakawaka (fantail)\nKārearea (NZ falcon)\nKatipō spider\nTāmure (snapper) Tipa (scallop)\nPāpaka (estuary crab)\nLook carefully on both sides of Grey Street\, including the city centre car park buildings. \nCheck the seats\, planters and shop windows – you never know where an animal might be hiding! Did you know every animal on the trail can be found in the wild around Tauranga? \nOnce you’ve finished the trail\, see if you can spot them again in nature. \nNOTE: This is an ongoing trail\, available any day and through the school holiday! \nYou can pick up activity sheets from Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library\, He Puna Manawa. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/wild-city-trail/
LOCATION:Grey Street\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga City Council":MAILTO:info@tauranga.govt.nz
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SUMMARY:Filament
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival\nArtists: Angus Muir and Catherine Ellis\nSound Design: Peter Hobbs \nA light installation that will absorb and awe you. \nA dense field of black fibreglass rods forms a quiet\, gridded volume activated by laser light and spatial sound. As beams cut through the structure\, they catch on thousands of fine surfaces\, revealing shifting planes\, flickers\, and moments of interference that feel both digital and organic. The rigid geometry begins to dissolve\, appearing to ripple\, breathe\, and reconfigure in real time. \nWith an enveloping surround soundscape\, Filament becomes an immersive field rather than a fixed object\, drawing audiences into a space where light behaves like a material and structure becomes atmosphere. \nBest experienced after dark. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/filament/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Machine de Cirque
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival 2026\nSomersaulting in from Québec\, Canada\, are five internationally acclaimed contemporary circus performers for the premiere of their Aotearoa\, New Zealand season. Their family friendly show follows the performers as they find themselves alone in an uncertain world\, trying to contact other survivors with the help of a strange machine. Reckless\, touching and comical\, these five wacky characters share a contagious bond. They masterfully handle a teeterboard\, juggling clubs\, a drum kit and even a bath towel! \nMachine de Cirque blends their ingenious and deeply human storytelling with acts that dazzle the mind\, touch the heart and move the spirit. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/machine-de-cirque/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Tauranga Fringe Fest
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub\nTauranga Fringe Festival is a one-day extravaganza of strange creativity\, alternative art\, live music\, Pasifika performance\, puppetry\, fashion\, poetry\, circus and everything gloriously in between. It’s a realm where mind-bending artistic experiences are bestowed upon the community — a whirlwind affair where artistic visionaries showcase their talents\, captivating audiences and igniting creative energies across seven stages. \nLeave the politics at the gate. The Fringe is a neutral space where joy and experience prevail — one extraordinary day away from everything that’s heavy in the world right now. \nEmbrace your inner performer\, adorn yourself flamboyantly\, unleash your creativity\, and join this grand artistic carnival. This is grassroots arts at its most alive — built by Tauranga\, for Tauranga\, with every dollar going straight back into the artists and community that make it happen. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/test-14/
LOCATION:The Incubator Creative Hub\, The Incubator Creative Hub\, 159 17th Avenue\, Tauranga South\, Tauranga 3112\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Machine de Cirque
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival 2026\nSomersaulting in from Québec\, Canada\, are five internationally acclaimed contemporary circus performers for the premiere of their Aotearoa\, New Zealand season. Their family friendly show follows the performers as they find themselves alone in an uncertain world\, trying to contact other survivors with the help of a strange machine. Reckless\, touching and comical\, these five wacky characters share a contagious bond. They masterfully handle a teeterboard\, juggling clubs\, a drum kit and even a bath towel! \nMachine de Cirque blends their ingenious and deeply human storytelling with acts that dazzle the mind\, touch the heart and move the spirit. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/machine-de-cirque/2026-10-24/1/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Extra Lives
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival\nExtra Lives is a live choose-your-own-adventure concert where the audience votes by phone to steer a funny\, heartfelt Role-Playing Game-style story while the band performs the soundtrack in real time. Part concert\, part comedy\, part theatre and part game\, the show turns the audience into the hero as every choice changes the journey. \nCreated by Los Angeles musician Michael Kohl and featuring a Kiwi band\, Extra Lives promises to connect audiences through live music\, video game nostalgia\, comedy\, audience agency and communal storytelling. \nNo app is required: just bring your phone\, your friends and your best/worst decision-making instincts. To the next level! \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/extra-lives/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Machine de Cirque
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival 2026\nSomersaulting in from Québec\, Canada\, are five internationally acclaimed contemporary circus performers for the premiere of their Aotearoa\, New Zealand season. Their family friendly show follows the performers as they find themselves alone in an uncertain world\, trying to contact other survivors with the help of a strange machine. Reckless\, touching and comical\, these five wacky characters share a contagious bond. They masterfully handle a teeterboard\, juggling clubs\, a drum kit and even a bath towel! \nMachine de Cirque blends their ingenious and deeply human storytelling with acts that dazzle the mind\, touch the heart and move the spirit. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/machine-de-cirque/2026-10-24/2/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Waihī Beach Holistic Wellbeing Expo
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Pop-up Marketeers\nWe are super excited to be coming to Waihī Beach during Labour Weekend 2026. Sun 25th Oct 2026\, Waihī Beach Community Centre\, Beach Road from 10am – 3pm. Come along for a day of Healing\, Nurturing the Mind\, Body and Spirit. From: Healers and readers\, Natural Health\, Spiritual and Wellness Products\, Rongoa\, Crystals\, Bone and Greenstone\, Jewellery\, Clothing\, Soaps & Candles\, Oils & Balms Coffee & Food\, Gift stores and more. \nFREE PUBLIC ENTRY. \nIf you wish to be a vendor at the event please email us: popupmarketeers@gmail.com \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/waihi-beach-holistic-wellbeing-expo/
LOCATION:Waihi Beach Community Centre\, Waihi Beach Community Centre\, Waihi Beach 3611\, Waihi Beach\, Bay of Plenty\, 3611\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Machine de Cirque
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival 2026\nSomersaulting in from Québec\, Canada\, are five internationally acclaimed contemporary circus performers for the premiere of their Aotearoa\, New Zealand season. Their family friendly show follows the performers as they find themselves alone in an uncertain world\, trying to contact other survivors with the help of a strange machine. Reckless\, touching and comical\, these five wacky characters share a contagious bond. They masterfully handle a teeterboard\, juggling clubs\, a drum kit and even a bath towel! \nMachine de Cirque blends their ingenious and deeply human storytelling with acts that dazzle the mind\, touch the heart and move the spirit. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/machine-de-cirque/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261026T170000
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SUMMARY:The Valentina
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival\nThe Rebel Alliance Presents: The Valentina. A live radio play. With pictures! \nA gorgeous interstellar adventure for anyone who’s looked to the stars and imagined the cosmos. \nWith the help of her awesome parents\, 8-year-old Ellen paints a spaceship she has drawn at school on her bedroom ceiling. As darkness falls and the moon rises\, the ship comes to life. Joining Ellen on board are new friends and trusted crew members Yuri Gagarin\, Neil Armstong\, Laika the space dog\, and the first woman in space\, Valentina Tereshkova. Ellen goes on an extraordinary adventure that takes her past the edge of the unknown and onto the surface of an alien planet\, Vitanonan X. \nThe Valentina pays tribute to the extraordinary imagination of kids who manage to stretch mightily to keep their feet on the ground as they reach for the stars. \nThe Valentina was commissioned by Auckland Live as a world premiere for Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival 2024. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/the-valentina/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261030T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261030T113000
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SUMMARY:The Feedback Lab
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub\nSTOP MARKING YOUR OWN HOMEWORK! \nIt’s time to unlock your creative noncritical voice. \nIntroducing the Feedback Lab 2026/27 monthly sessions. \nThe Feedback Lab invites artists of many different disciplines and levels to connect\, explore\, and share information ideas and processes in a relaxed non-judgemental environment. \nLead by Carol Bisset\, the Feedback Lab provides a safe place in which to share fresh perspectives on your own and other artists work. Throughout the year there will be a select group of guest speakers who will introduce us to their unique journeys as practising artists. \n“I’m really pleased to hear the Feedback Lab might be returning. \nWhat made it different for me was the intentional focus on constructive dialogue. It created a space where artists could share work and receive considered feedback from fresh perspectives. That process encouraged deeper reflection and brought valuable analytical insight into my own practice. I especially appreciated the opportunity to connect with other artists in Tauranga Moana in a meaningful way; not just socially\, but through critical and creative exchange. \nCarol is an outstanding facilitator. She creates a respectful\, responsive environment where people feel safe to speak honestly. Her ability to guide discussion while allowing space for diverse viewpoints is a real strength. \nGrassroots\, inclusive initiatives like this are vital for sustaining a healthy and connected arts community. They make critical conversation accessible and strengthen relationships within the local creative sector. ” \n– Fiorella Silva Perez. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/the-feedback-lab-2/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:The Creative Community Campus\, 159\, Historic Village\, 17th Ave\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261031T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261031T193000
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SUMMARY:An Evening Without Kate Bush
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival\nEnter Strange Phenomena\, howl with the Hounds Of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights. Kate’s not there\, but you are. This award-winning cult cabaret pays glorious tribute to the music\, fans and mythology of one of the most influential voices in pop music. \n“You don’t need to be a Kate Bush fan to be transported into something very special.” – Scotsman ★★★★ \nFrom releasing Wuthering Heights aged just 19 to selling out the Hammersmith Apollo nearly 40 years later\, Bush has always surprised and confounded her critics. Through it all her fans have stayed strong. Whether you’ve been a ‘Fish Person’ for decades or recently joined the shoal via Stranger Things\, release your inner Bush at this joyful\, unique and mind-blowing show. \nMade by Sarah-Louise Young & Russell Lucas. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/an-evening-without-kate-bush/
LOCATION:Baycourt Community & Arts Centre\, 38 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, Bay Of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga Arts Festival":MAILTO:info@taurangafestival.co.nz
GEO:-37.6830069;176.1674593
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261101T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260922T222731Z
CREATED:20260922T222730Z
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SUMMARY:Find The Lost Words
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Tauranga Arts Festival\nThe Lost Words by Kimberley Kearney (Ngāti Maniapoto\, Tūhoe) and illustrated by Taylor Terewai Tiave (Ngāpuhi) is a spellbinding story of recovering treasures that have been lost. \nIn this interactive session\, find the kupu hidden around the library and put them together with Kimberley’s help. There will be a live reading of the pukapuka\, too! \nAll children must be accompanied by a caregiver. These sessions may be busy – you’re welcome to drop in and out over the hour.\nSuitable for ages 4+. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/find-the-lost-words/
LOCATION:Tauranga City Library\, Tauranga City Library\, 91 Willow St\, Tauranga\, 3110\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga Arts Festival":MAILTO:info@taurangafestival.co.nz
GEO:-37.6831256;176.1687521
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T055920Z
CREATED:20260929T055920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T055920Z
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SUMMARY:Kapu & Kōrero - November 2026
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Creative Bay of Plenty – Te Waka Auaha Toi\nKapu & Kōrero invites all emerging and established artists from around the Bay of Plenty to an informal gathering over a cup of tea. Come and join Arohanoa for a morning of hononga (connection)\, kōrero (conversation)\, and creative exchange. \nThis is a free event\, but you need to register to come along. To help us keep track of numbers\, tickets are limited to one per order. \nLet’s fill our cups – literally and metaphorically – together. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/kapu-korero-november-2026/
LOCATION:The Kollective – The Classroom\, 145 17th Avenue\, Tauranga\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Bay of Plenty | Te Waka Auaha Toi":MAILTO:connect@creativebop.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261111T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T055416Z
CREATED:20260929T054609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T055416Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Business 101 – Maximising Your Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Creative Bay of Plenty – Te Waka Auaha Toi\nAre you an emerging creative looking to grow your practice and make the most of new opportunities? \nJoin Arohanoa Mathews for an interactive wānanga exploring how you present yourself and your mahi\, build your creative brand\, recognise opportunities and share ideas with other creatives. \nExpect practical activities\, brainstorming\, shared experiences and kōrero from a guest creative about their own journey. \nBring yourself\, your ideas and a positive mindset. \nBonus: Attend Creative Business 101 and receive a discounted $15 registration for Creative Business 102 in February 2027. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/creative-business-101-maximising-your-opportunities/
LOCATION:The Kollective – The Classroom\, 145 17th Avenue\, Tauranga\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Bay of Plenty | Te Waka Auaha Toi":MAILTO:connect@creativebop.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261120T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261120T220000
DTSTAMP:20260217T223820Z
CREATED:20260217T223820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223820Z
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SUMMARY:Lights! Camera! Murder! - Christmas Murder Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Prime Productions\nLooking for the perfect Christmas\, End of Year\, Midwinter or Mid-year night out with a deadly difference? Time to put on your detective hat to “Witness the Drama\, Solve the mystery\, Win the Prize!” \n“Get in on the action” with the new ‘Killer Night Out’ murder mystery dinner show\, featuring a talented international cast of professional actors and comedians as The Prime Suspects. The Scene: You are hired as background extras on the set of a famous Director’s upcoming murder mystery movie. So don’t worry\, you can sit back and enjoy as we’ll leave the real drama to the professionals! But will there be a “real” murder mystery within the murder mystery\, turning innocent observers into the evening’s unwitting detectives? \nCatering for up to 120 guests per night\, this show is ideal for companies as a team-building event or for smaller social groups and couples as part of a mixed-audience experience. Guests will mix\, mingle and make friends as they enjoy a fabulous buffet dinner and a full evening of professional quality entertainment. Shows commence at 7pm with comedy\, drama\, high interaction and mystery until the dramatic finale at around 10pm\, finishing with prizes before music and dancing until late. \nThe Prime Suspects infamous murder mystery shows are a unique blend of New Zealand’s finest interactive adult comedy-drama dinner theatre and challenging mystery. The action runs for approximately 3 hours\, around your meals which are included in your ticket price. There are several breaks in the action so you can mix\, mingle and catch up with friends and colleagues. A cash bar is always available and group tabs can be organised. \nSet in modern day\, this show does not require the audience to come in fancy dress\, however guests are encouraged to arrive dressed as their favourite TV or Movie character. It adds to the fun! For ideas please contact our sister company Bay Costume Hire for a generous discount on all costumes hired to attend this show: https://www.baycostumehire.co.nz/ \nWork and business groups\, parties and guests celebrating birthdays or anniversaries can be “volunteered” for a “cameo” in the show. So be sure to mention the celebration or nomination when booking. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/lights-camera-murder-christmas-murder-mystery/2026-11-20/
LOCATION:Hotel Armitage Bar\, 9 Willow St\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prime Productions":MAILTO:info@primeproductions.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261127T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261127T113000
DTSTAMP:20260816T221822Z
CREATED:20260816T221822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T221822Z
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SUMMARY:The Feedback Lab
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: The Incubator Creative Hub\nSTOP MARKING YOUR OWN HOMEWORK! \nIt’s time to unlock your creative noncritical voice. \nIntroducing the Feedback Lab 2026/27 monthly sessions. \nThe Feedback Lab invites artists of many different disciplines and levels to connect\, explore\, and share information ideas and processes in a relaxed non-judgemental environment. \nLead by Carol Bisset\, the Feedback Lab provides a safe place in which to share fresh perspectives on your own and other artists work. Throughout the year there will be a select group of guest speakers who will introduce us to their unique journeys as practising artists. \n“I’m really pleased to hear the Feedback Lab might be returning. \nWhat made it different for me was the intentional focus on constructive dialogue. It created a space where artists could share work and receive considered feedback from fresh perspectives. That process encouraged deeper reflection and brought valuable analytical insight into my own practice. I especially appreciated the opportunity to connect with other artists in Tauranga Moana in a meaningful way; not just socially\, but through critical and creative exchange. \nCarol is an outstanding facilitator. She creates a respectful\, responsive environment where people feel safe to speak honestly. Her ability to guide discussion while allowing space for diverse viewpoints is a real strength. \nGrassroots\, inclusive initiatives like this are vital for sustaining a healthy and connected arts community. They make critical conversation accessible and strengthen relationships within the local creative sector. ” \n– Fiorella Silva Perez. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/the-feedback-lab-2/2026-11-27/
LOCATION:The Creative Community Campus\, 159\, Historic Village\, 17th Ave\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Incubator Creative Hub":MAILTO:info@theincubator.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261205T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260821T043507Z
CREATED:20260821T043454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T043507Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas in the Park Katikati
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Katch Katikati\nIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! \nGather your family and friends and experience the magic of Christmas at Katikati’s Lions Annual Santa Parade & Christmas in the Park! \nThe Santa Parade begins at 3:00pm\, travelling from Katikati Primary School carpark\, along Carisbrooke Street\, to Moore Park\, with Santa and plenty of festive cheer leading the way! \nThen the Christmas celebrations continue at Christmas in the Park\, where there’s something for everyone:\n– Fantastic live music – Katikati Concert Band\, Ara\, Lucky Strike and more\n– Delicious food vendors\n– Unique craft stalls\n– Fun-filled entertainment for the kids\n– Climb aboard a Taylor Bros Transport truck for a one-of-a-kind experience\n– Take in breathtaking views of Katikati with a helicopter ride (tickets available for purchase on the day) \nSoak up the festive atmosphere\, make unforgettable family memories\, and celebrate the joy of the season with your community. Don’t miss one of Katikati’s favourite Christmas traditions\, we can’t wait to celebrate with you! \nMark your calendars\, spread the word\, and join us for an afternoon of Christmas magic! \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/christmas-in-the-park-katikati/
LOCATION:Moore Park\, Middlebrook Road\, Katikati\, Bay of Plenty\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Katch Katikati":MAILTO:info@katchkatikati.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261205T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260821T042345Z
CREATED:20260821T041453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T042345Z
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SUMMARY:Elemental Festival 2026 - Tauranga
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Elemental Events NZ\nThis summer\, Elemental becomes a festival. \nFor one night\, The Historic Village will transform into an Elemental world. Earth\, Water\, Air\, Fire & Ether waiting to be explored. \nTickets are now LIVE. All Ages – 15 & under free. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/elemental-festival-2026-tauranga/
LOCATION:Historic Village\, The Historic Village\, 17th Ave West\, Tauranga South\, Tauranga 3112\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elemental Events":MAILTO:scott@elementalevents.co.nz
GEO:-37.704458;176.1484689
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Historic Village The Historic Village 17th Ave West Tauranga South Tauranga 3112 Tauranga Bay of Plenty 3112 New Zealand;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=The Historic Village\, 17th Ave West\, Tauranga South\, Tauranga 3112:geo:176.1484689,-37.704458
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20270209T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20270209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T062058Z
CREATED:20260929T062058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T062058Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Business 102 – Essentials of Setting Up a Business
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Creative Bay of Plenty – Te Waka Auaha Toi\nThinking about turning your creative practice into a small business but not sure where to start? \nCreative Business 102 introduces the practical basics emerging creatives need to know\, including setting up and registering a business\, tax\, GST\, record keeping and some of the key responsibilities that come with working for yourself. \nFacilitated by Arohanoa Mathews\, this session is designed to make the business side of creativity feel more understandable and achievable. \nSpecial rate: $15 for participants who attended Creative Business 101. \nFind out more
URL:https://creativebop.org.nz/event/creative-business-102-essentials-of-setting-up-a-business/
LOCATION:The Kollective\, The Kollective - TK\, 145 17th Avenue\, Tauranga South\, Tauranga 3112\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3112\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Bay of Plenty | Te Waka Auaha Toi":MAILTO:connect@creativebop.org.nz
GEO:-37.7054927;176.1509226
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