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Rock concerts, sporting events, arts and culture - you'll find it all here in the Great Lake Taupo region, the Events Capital of New Zealand

As the Events Capital of New Zealand, the Great Lake Taupo region is constantly a buzz with sporting, cultural, community and family festivals. We had a great months of Winter events and we look forward to more great Spring and Summer months. 

Year round don't miss the International Ironman - New Zealand’s biggest one day annual event with competitors from 38 different countries - and The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge, with over 11,000 riders completing the 160kms around Great Lake Taupo. Locals and visitors alike are out in force to support these iconic events.

Arts and culture, food and wine and celebrations are just a few things you can expect - there is always something different to see and do when you visit Taupo, Turangi, Tongariro and Mangakino.  

Check the events lined up for the coming year....and see you soon in the Great Lake Taupo region.

If you are holding an event in the area, let us know about it!

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Events in February 2012 (9) Submit an event >>
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Taupo Riverside Market
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Community
Dates: 15 Oct 2011 - 15 Oct 2012

On Saturday mornings regular stallholders offer a wide range of top quality produce, food and general merchandise.


Art in the Park
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Community
Dates: 26 Nov 2011 - 25 Nov 2012

Art in the park is a weekly market where local artists and craftspeople sell their own creations. The market operates on Saturdays between 10am and 3pm (weather dependant) at the lake front.


Our Neighbourhood Summer Series
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Community
Dates: 08 Dec 2011 - 08 Mar 2012

From December 2011 to March 2012 free community events will be held in Taupō, Turangi
and Mangakino to promote local interaction, identity and pride.


Taupo DeBretts Sundown Soakfest at Great Lake Taupo
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Family
Dates: 19 Jan 2012 - 09 Mar 2012

Every Thursday from 19 January until 9 March Taupo DeBretts is the place to be for awesome summer entertainment. We have a great line up ranging from live music to hypnotists, and even a Fireshow!


Live Music at Plateau!
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Concerts & Music
Dates: 09 Feb 2012 - 23 Feb 2012 (unconfirmed)
Note: Fortnightly in Feb - Thurs. 9 and 23 Feb. 2012

Live music at Plateau Restaurant and Bar with local singer and songwriter, Jaime Fitzgerald. Thursdays fortnightly, 9th and 23 Feburary, from 7:30 pm. Call to reserve a table!


The Great Escapade
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Sports & Outdoors
Dates: 18 Feb 2012 - 26 Feb 2012

The Great Escapade is for riders seeking a supported touring holiday in the best riding destinations. Enjoy a fantastic holiday experience by the seat of your bike from Gisborne to Taupo.


Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Concerts & Music
Dates: 23 Feb 2012

Wildly popular music-comedy sensation The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra are back on the road with their newest record “I Love You” another serving of infectious, ukulele-infused hit songs


Across The Lake Swim 2012
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Sports & Outdoors
Dates: 25 Feb 2012

Be part of the 2012 Across Lake Taupo swim, an event that began back in 1963. Since then thousands have competed, testing themselves over the 4.2km distance from Acacia Bay to 3 Mile Bay.


Contact IronKidz Triathlon
Location: Lake Taupo
Type: Sports & Outdoors
Dates: 26 Feb 2012

The Contact IronKidz Triathlon is all about participation. It's about getting out there, having a go and achieving a personal best and having a heap of FUN.



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