FRWaikato New Zealand
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What to do in Waikato
Back to top| Hamilton Gardens | 3 KM Hamilton |
| Explore an enchanting world of secret gardens. Transport yourself through time and to far-flung corners of the world. Meander through a lush tropical jungle, visit ancient China and indulge yourself in a Renaissance Prince's 16th century garden. Hamilton Gardens is a conceptual garden and is the Waikato's most visited tourist destination. | |
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| Riverlea Theatre & Arts Centre | 5 KM Hamilton |
| Riverlea Theatre has been a part of the theatre scene in Hamilton for over 30 years. In that time Riverlea has been home to hundreds of productions, and thousands of talented performers and technical staff. Our resident societies provide a variety of shows from comedy to musical theatre. Please check our website for details of current performances or phone the Theatre Manager on 0800 800 192 Tuesday to Friday 11am - 5pm. | |
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| Visit the Waikato Museum of Arts and History | 0.7 KM Hamilton |
| If you are especially interested in the Maori culture, do not miss the Waikato Museum of Arts and History. | |
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| Study English in New Zealand | 0.3 KM Hamilton |
| Located in a central city building, WIE is in the heart of Hamilton, just 1-2 minutes walk from both Hamilton Transport Centre and Hamilton City Centre with its many shops, restaurants, theatres and entertainment. A wide range of quality courses and programmes including General English at 6 levels (academic and general), IELTS Preparation, and English for High School Preparation. | |
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| Raglan Surf Lessons | 11.1 KM Kawhia |
| UP Surf Coaching based in Raglan is a Surf School that provides beginner and intermediate surf lessons and camps. | |
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| Nikau Glowworm Cave and bed & breakfast | 28.8 KM Raglan |
| In Waikaretu, 1 hour north of Raglan, 1.5 hours S.W. of Auckland, Nikau Cave is a 1 km long limestone cave with thousands of glowworms, wonderful formations and few people. On a sheep and cattle farm with extensive gardens. Guided tours take 1.5hrs. $35 per person. Bookings essential. Meals available on request. Private cabin accommodation and backpacker accommodation. | |
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| Canoe & Kayak the Whanganui River | 3.2 KM Taumarunui |
| Canoe & Kayak the Whanganui River 1-5 day river trips freedom Canoe hire and enjoy the amazingly breath taking scenery. All prices include Transportation to and from the river - canoe/kayak, lifejackets, dry barrels, light refreshments, whistle, photograph, Jet Boat Backup if needed. Freephone 0800 CANOE 4 U | |
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| Waitomo Caves glowworms organized tours | 9.6 KM Te Kuiti |
| A variety of full day bus tours departing from either Rotorua or Auckland are offered to include visiting the spectacular Waitomo glowworm caves. Thousands of native glowworms light up a boat ride through the limestone caverns underground. The scenic bus rides include combining other nearby attractions hotel pickup, onboard Wi-Fi and choices for pick and drop-off towns. | |
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| The Hobbit Shire movie set tours | 18.7 KM Tirau |
| Organized bus tours departing from Rotorua allow to visit the Hobbit movie set in nearby Matamata. Hobbiton, north of Tirau in the Waikato region, has guide tours of the Shire in Middle Earth where some of the filming for the Hobbit film trilogy was made. Hobbit holes and Green Dragon Inn can be visited in this picturesque farm land setting with sightseeing transport during the day from Rotorua. | |
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Current and upcoming events in Waikato
Back to top| Lunchtime Recital Series: Student Concert | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| Conservatorium of Music students are set to inspire and delight with an array of performances, showcasing their remarkable talent and dedication. The students will be performing a selection of solo instrumental works and participating in dynamic ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
| Late Summer Concert | 55.1 KM Tokoroa |
| A free open-air concert presented by the Taupo Concert Band at the Tongariro South Domain on Saturday, April 5 at 10.30am. All welcome, donations appreciated. Start Date: End Date: Venue: Tongariro South Domain - Taupo, Lake Taupo Distance: 55.1 KM from Tokoroa | |
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| New Zealand Army Band: Jazz In Concert | 2.1 KM Hamilton |
| Get ready for a night of world-class jazz as the New Zealand Army Band showcases its exceptional talent in a one-of-a-kind concert event. Known worldwide for their dynamic performances and musical versatility, the New Zealand Army Band’s ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Southwell School - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 2.1 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Downtown Musicals - Broadway Blockbusters | 0.4 KM Hamilton |
| Join Hamilton Operatic Society at Nivara Lounge to get your musical theatre fix and support local performers! The 'Downtown Musicals' nights aim to provide a platform for up-and-coming theatre performers to get experience performing in front of ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Nivara Lounge - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.4 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Wednesday Lunchtime Recitals | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| We’re thrilled to present an exceptional lineup for the 2025 Lunchtime Recital Series! Over 20 quality events throughout the year! Get along and support the 2025 Lunchtime Recital Series each Wednesday at 1pm in the Gallagher Academy of ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Lunchtime Recital Series: Tanzos Lunchtime Showcase | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| Now in its third year, TANZOS is delighted to showcase nine of our brightest young opera-stars of-the-future in this varied programme of opera favourites, celebrating the first outing of our full 2024-2026 cohort during their crossover of six ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
| Ceremonial Spendour - Hamilton Civic Choir Concert | 0.8 KM Hamilton |
| Do come and hear the Hamilton Civic Choir and special guest choir Choralation (as seen in the new movie “TINA”) for an unforgettable afternoon of grand choral music in our opening concert of 2025, Ceremonial Splendour. This concert ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: St Peter's Cathedral - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Operatunity Presents - Around the World in 90 Minutes | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| A stellar cast led by Karl, Marian and Ben take you on a whirlwind, worldwide, musical journey including hits from Spain, France, USA, Australia and our own kiwiana songs! Featuring:? Karl Perigo Marian Burns Ben Makisi Derek Hill Hank ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hamilton Central Baptist Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Echoes of Italy with Qhang Luu Hong | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| Quang Luu Hong brings us a recital dedicated to Franz Liszt’s Years of Pilgrimage, Volume 2: Italy, composed between 1837 and 1858. This cycle comprises a series of pieces that intricately blend Liszt's personal experiences and emotions with ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
| Star-crossed Lovers: Force of Destiny | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| Musical fairy tales, romance, inter-galactic battles and so much more! Featuring Trust Waikato Symphony Orchestra in a concert for all the family to enjoy. Experience New Zealand's favourite classical saxophonist Simon Brew in the starring roles ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
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| NZTrio presents Magnifique | 20.3 KM Hamilton |
| Described as a “national treasure” and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble”, NZTrio He Taonga Wairere is renowned for its eclectic repertoire, outstanding talent and warm kiwi stage presence. Bringing together ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Cambridge Town Hall - Cambridge, Waipa Distance: 20.3 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2025 - Hamilton | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour presented by the NZ Alpine Club - Hamilton Screening Since 1976, the Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival has been an industry leader in the celebration of Mountain Culture. Following the festival ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
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| NZ Male Choir in concert with Bel Suono Choir | 3.2 KM Hamilton |
| EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF MALE VOICES AND THE JOY OF A TREBLE VOICE CHOIR Singing in a choral setting is what brings the New Zealand Male Choir and Bel Suono Choir together for an evening of music. The choirs will perform separately and together so ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 3.2 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Operatunity Presents - 3 Tenors & A Soprano | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| An elegant concert of famous ballads, opera, classical and music theatre songs passionately presented by this supremely talented quartet. Featuring:? Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua Ben Makisi Derek Hill Amanda Atlas Paul Carnegie-Jones? NZ ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hamilton Central Baptist Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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| NZ Music Month Concert | 0.5 KM Hamilton |
| May is celebrated as New Zealand’s music month every year, and for the first time in Hamilton, Waikato Rocks is celebrating by inviting nine music groups from all around New Zealand to perform at this historic event. The performers: Luger Boa ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: The Events Center - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 0.5 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Operatunity Presents - It’s Raining Men | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| Complete with band, we celebrate male ensembles like Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Beatles, Everly Brothers, Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, Queen, The Platters...the list goes on! Featuring:? Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua Karl Perigo ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hamilton Central Baptist Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Ladies Night Out with WolfPack New Zealand | 26.2 KM Hamilton |
| What To Expect: Expect the unexpected ladies, because what happens on tour - happens at WolfPack. Get ready girls from the Waikato! WolfPack New Zealand's 'MMXXV Summer Tour' is coming & its heating up fast! A highly interactive & ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Morrinsville RSA - Morrinsville, Matamata-Piako Distance: 26.2 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Ladies Night Out with WolfPack New Zealand | 26.2 KM Hamilton |
| What To Expect: Expect the unexpected ladies, because what happens on tour - happens at WolfPack. Get ready girls from the Waikato! WolfPack New Zealand's 'MMXXV Summer Tour' is coming & its heating up fast! A highly interactive & immersive ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Morrinsville RSA - Morrinsville, Matamata-Piako Distance: 26.2 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Operatunity Presents - Last Night of the Proms | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| Many of our favourite artists present this flag waving, mad, musical mayhem, promising Gilbert and Sullivan, war songs, ballads, singalongs, jokes and much frivolity! Featuring:? Susan Boland Alex Foster-Winder Cameron Barclay (TBC) Benjamin ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hamilton Central Baptist Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Operatunity Presents - Fabulous 50s | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| Our singers and band present hit songs from the 50s, a decade where music defined the optimism, romance, coolness and charm of the era, with simply the best songs! Featuring:? Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua Alex Foster-Winder Cameron Barclay (TBC) ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hamilton Central Baptist Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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| Operatunity - It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas | 1.8 KM Hamilton |
| Christmas, Santa, surprises, carols, songs, singalongs, fun, jokes, laughter, fiddling, madness and love to celebrate the end of another great year of music! Featuring:? Karl Perigo Russell Dixon Marian Burns Charlotte West Kate Lineham ... Start Date: End Date: Venue: Hamilton Central Baptist Church - Hamilton, Waikato Distance: 1.8 KM from Hamilton | |
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Camping and overnight campervan parking in Waikato
Back to top| Kawhia Forest Camp | 0.3 KM Kawhia |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Tokoroa Motorcamp And Backpackers | 0.5 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
| Te Kuiti Waitomo Caves District | 0.5 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power (Fees Apply) | |
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| Raglan Holiday Park | 0.8 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
| Tokoroa Memorial Park Mossop Rd | 1 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Hamilton City Holiday Park | 1.9 KM Hamilton |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
| Te Kuiti Scenic Reserve | 3.7 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Mercer Waikato River Side | 4.4 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
| Okoroire Hotel Camp Sites | 5 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Taumaranui Camping Ground | 5 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Raglan Te Uku Hall | 8.1 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Oparau Road House | 9.1 KM Kawhia |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Waitomo Top Camp | 9.3 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Horahora Domain Horahora Rd | 10.1 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets Free | |
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| Ruapuke Motor Camp | 10.8 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Moana Roa Reserve Lake Karipiro Free Camping | 11.5 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
| Waitomo Lookout Free Over Night | 14.2 KM Te Kuiti |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Waingaro Hot Springs Camp Ground | 16.6 KM Raglan |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water (Fees Apply) | |
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| Mangakino Freedom Camping Area Lake Maraetai | 18.9 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
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| Truck Stop Park Over | 19.4 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Landing Road East Of Kihikihi | 19.8 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets (Fees Apply) | |
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| Lake Karapiro Camp Ground | 19.9 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Cambridge Kiwi Motor Park | 22 KM Hamilton |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
| Opal Hot Springs Holiday Park Near To Hobbiton | 22.2 KM Tirau |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Artiamuri Lake Boat Ramp | 23.5 KM Tokoroa |
| Overnight campervan parking - No facilities Free | |
| Waiuku Township Awhitu Peninnsula Glenbrook | 25.7 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Shopping Free | |
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| Sandspit Motor Camp Waiuku | 26.1 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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| Marokopa Village Camp Ground And Store | 27.5 KM Kawhia |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers (Fees Apply) | |
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| Clarkes Beach Holiday Park Waiuku | 31.4 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi, Shopping (Fees Apply) | |
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| Port Waikato Holiday Park | 31.7 KM Pokeno |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi (Fees Apply) | |
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| Whitebait Inn Cabins And Motor Camp Mokau | 59.2 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power (Fees Apply) | |
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| Seaview Holiday Park Mokau | 59.9 KM Taumarunui |
| Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry (Fees Apply) | |
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