Our city centre comes alive with a year-round calendar of exciting events. From cultural festivals to live performances, from food fairs to sporting events, there's always something happening in Hamilton Central.
Submit an eventEnjoy Christmas carols and performances, try Filipino food and other products and join the Christmas fasion parade.
Sponsors, performers, food vendors welcome. Contact info@waikatofilipino.org.nz
Giant Games & Puzzles | Face Painting | Santa (photo opportunities) | Enchanted Elves | Music
14th & 21st December!
This event is brought to you by Love the Centre
One final unforgettable French Night this year at Chim Choo Ree! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues, for an enchanting evening of the flavours of France.
We’ve crafted a cozy, intimate dining experience with a 6-course tasting menu that captures the essence of France’s finest flavours.
Relish in 5 delightful hors d'oeuvres and a sumptuous main course, all carefully paired with exquisite French wines.
Feel the charm of a spring garden evening while enjoying an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere with friends. Group bookings are warmly welcomed, so bring along your favourite people and share this magical night. This event is by prepayment, and with only a limited number of seats, we recommend reserving soon! Please note that we cannot cater to special dietary needs for this occasion.
Date: Tuesday, 10th December
Time: 6pm
Price: $120 per person
Limited Seats Available
Reserve Your Spot Today:
Phone: (07) 839 4329 - Daytime only, feel free to leave amessage
Email: chimchooree.experiences@gmail.com
Reservations are accepted exclusively by email. Don’t missout on this special night to say au revoir to 2024 with us!
(Photos from previous French Night).
This festive event will brighten the streets with stunning floats, cheerful characters, entertainment groups and enchanting moments. Don't miss the highlight of the day—the arrival of the jolly man himself, Santa Claus!
Secure the best spot early and join us for the pre-parade festivities at 1:15pm, with the main Parade kicking off at 2pm.
Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit to the First Credit Union Christmas Parade and let's celebrate together!
Save the date for the Riverbank Lane Christmas Market!
Kids face painting
The Hamilton Community Gospel Choir performance
Kopi Cafe & Mr Pickle's open with special menus
Art | Crafts | Florals | Plants | Pottery | Homewares | Jewellery and more
Summer music sessions
Fridays in Garden Place
12.30pm - 1.30pm
All live music sessions are weather dependent.
It's going to be an unforgettable summer of live music in Garden Place with an electrifying mix of DJs, sensational singers, and sax bringing live music to the central city!
6th December - Sean Lurman
13th December - ARLO
20th December - Darz Keefe
17th January - DJ KUDZ
24th January - Carl Watkins
31st January - SAM DIEGO
7th February - JAE
14th February - Darz Keefe
21st February - TW3AK & CYPHR
28th February - Andrew Price
7th March - RNG
14th March
21st March - CULLY
28th March
Names of all musicians will be added soon.
If you are a local musician and would like to be involved in the summer music sessions contact:
Vicky - admin@hamiltoncentral.co.nz
This well-loved community arts focused event draws widely from across the city and attracts approx. 5000 annual visitors to participate and vote, view the works created by people of Kirikiriroa, and experience social connection and fun in a joyful environment.
Trees At The Meteor delivers a ‘Compassion not Consumption’ kaupapa, as an affordable event that exhibits creative, hand-made interpretations of festive trees, focusing on connection and kindness within the community at Christmas time.
We are pleased to revive this regular fixture of the Christmas calendar, as many are eager to experience the magic and fairy lights of the Trees exhibition again, marvelling at all the wonderful, wacky, and inventive ways their fellow citizens have interpreted the iconic Christmas Tree.
Grand Frozen debut on 9th of November. Moana and Pirate Pete on the 23rd of November
Please note characters can change based on availability. In the event of rain Stories will be held in the central city library. This event is brought to you by Love the Centre, Enchanted Entertainment and Hamilton City Libraries.
When: 9th November | 23rd November | 18thJanuary | 1st February | 15th February | 1stMarch | 15th March | 29th March 10 am - 11 am
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