Coffee & Crafts – Mini Maker Studio
Looking for something creative to do these school holidays? Join Maple & Mānuka Craft Co. for a fun Coffee & Crafts – Mini Maker Studio session at Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasting in Taupō. Friday 2 October
Taupō news
NZ Vietnam veterans march in Taupō to remember their fallen
A parade of former soldiers, currently serving soldiers and their families marched through the streets of Taupō on Sunday. The parade was part of the biannual reunion of the NZ Vietnam Veterans Association, which was held in Taupō for the second time.
5 Mile Distilling Joins Treats of Taupō
Scott Forsythe from 5 Mile Distilling joins Patrick Dault from Love Taupō to talk Treats of Taupō, the region’s growing food and drink scene, and 5 Mile’s special tasting event. Plus, an update on the long road to producing Taupō whisky.
White Buffalo Calf Woman: Sacred Lakota Wisdom with Rahaman
White Buffalo Calf Woman: Sacred Lakota Wisdom with Rahaman. Join Rahaman on the 4th October at 6:45pm for an evening exploring White Buffalo Calf Woman and her significance in Lakota tradition.
Finding Nemo Jr.
Dive into an exciting underwater adventure with Finding Nemo Jr., brought to you by 33 amazing young actors from ACT2 Visual and Performing Arts School. 16–25 October
Brunch Fundraiser
Brunch Fundraiser. Join us on the 4th October for a wonderful brunch featuring live music, an art auction, and a selection of high-quality books for purchase.
Strings to the fore at October midday concert
Waikato University strings players will fill the bill at the St Andrew's Anglican Church Midday Concert on Friday, October 2.
Protect your family and older loved ones this daylight saving
Fire and Emergency New Zealand says now is the time to check your own smoke alarms and those of any elderly friends, relatives and neighbours who can't do it themselves.
Design Your Own Bike Helmet!
Calling all creative kids. Design your own bike helmet and your artwork could be brought to life by a professional artist! The competition is open to kids aged 5 to 13+ years from the Taupō District, with six winning designs to be chosen.
Dean Calvert on Taupō's first Summer Concert after dark
Dean Calvert from Greenstone Entertainment joins Lake FM to talk about the 2027 Summer Concert, with Seal, Bastille, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Level 42 at the Taupō Amphitheatre on Sunday, January 31. For the first time the show moves into the evening, with doors at 3pm and a 10.30pm finish.
New Zealand’s First-Ever Golden Retriever Gathering
Calling all Golden Retrievers and their humans! Come along for a special morning on Sunday 4 October from 8:30am and celebrate Goldens, community and good times in Taupō.
BFA Taupō Day Night Thriller MTB
The BFA Taupō Day Night Thriller MTB is back!. Saturday 26 September 2026 Patuiwi Forest & Spa Park, Taupō
New Zealand Taxidermy Competition 2026
Come along and check out the New Zealand Taxidermy Competition 2026 this weekend!
NEW! SKATE & SING!
Roll, Sing, Create, Perform Spend the day on October 5th learning new skills, having fun and putting it all together for a little performance at the end of the day. No musical experience needed just bring your enthusiasm and be ready to have a go!
Greenstone Entertainment reveals 2027 Summer Concert line-up
Next year's Greenstone Entertainment Summer Concerts roster is a distinctly British line-up.
Geyser Community Foundation awards recognise contributions from young and old(er)
This week's Geyser Community Foundation Taupō Awards recognised a range of contributions from members of the community to help create a better community.