Events

Step back in time: The ultimate Taranaki rail and history adventure for Americarna Friday

“The Stratford Express” returns to Taranaki rails for one day only, offering a fun family adventure.

Calling all Taranaki gin lovers – get your friends together for the ultimate gin experience on February 27th

Family Fun

Feb 28th set to be the ultimate family day out with trains, planes, tractors, cars, live music & free activities

Rail Experience

“Big red train” returning to Taranaki for AmeriCARna weekend, offering a range of heritage rail experiences

What’s On

Packed FOL line-up this weekend includes aerial circus with projection art, quiz, sound healing and live music

New Years Eve

New Years Eve at Pukekura Park – Ring in 2026 with live music, kids’ entertainment and lights

Explore Taranaki

Rainy Day Guide: 10 indoor attractions to explore around Taranaki while the rain sets in

Demolition Derby

Ramp demolition derby on tonight at Stratford Speedway with 26 derby cars in the line-up

Christmas Lights

Watch: Video tour of Stratford Christmas lights – featuring a Polar Express train with free rides for kids

Christmas

Christmas at the Bowl on tonight with live music, festive variety show and fireworks spectacular

Festival of Lights

TSB Festival of Lights launches with five weeks of art and entertainment

Festival of Lights

Winter Festival of Lights could make a return – the popular CBD festival held during Matariki

Aurora

Aurora may be visible from Taranaki tonight – here’s how and where to see it

Fundraiser

Taranaki Animal Protection Trust aims to cover vet bills with Family Fun Day

Festivals

38th Taranaki Garden Festival kicks off with Arts Festival

Mt Messenger

Watch: Major Mt. Messenger milestone reached with tunnel breakthrough

David Lean

Watch: Mayoral Relief Fund renamed to honour former mayor David “Daisy” Lean

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