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🌸 September is absolutely chocka with events across Hastings and Hawke’s Bay!There’s another huge month ahead, with live...
01/09/2026

🌸 September is absolutely chocka with events across Hastings and Hawke’s Bay!

There’s another huge month ahead, with live music, a business breakfast, a brand-new market, ice skating, family fun and loads more happening.

And, of course, the big one… Hastings Blossom Festival 😉

So, what are you putting in the calendar this September?

👉 Check out what’s on and start planning your month. Links to the events are below each image to find out more!

01/09/2026

🌸 September is absolutely chocka with events across Hastings and Hawke’s Bay!

There’s another huge month ahead, with live music, a business breakfast, a brand-new market, ice skating, family fun and loads more happening.

And, of course, the big one… Hastings Blossom Festival 😉

So, what are you putting in the calendar this September?

👉 Check out what’s on and start planning your month.

🌸 Spring is here – and the countdown to Hastings Blossom Festival 2026 is officially on! 🌸It’s just around the corner, a...
31/08/2026

🌸 Spring is here – and the countdown to Hastings Blossom Festival 2026 is officially on! 🌸

It’s just around the corner, and there’s so much to see and do on Saturday 19 September!

Bring the whole family along for a free day out packed with carnival rides, live entertainment, performances, face painting, markets and loads more. 🎠🎶🎨

And, of course, don’t miss the iconic Hastings Blossom Parade, kicking off at 1pm! 🌸🎉

📍 Check out the map, plan your day and get all the details at hastingsblossomfest.co.nz

🏡 A little TLC for the Havelock North isite!The Havelock North isite Information Centre is closed until Monday 14 Septem...
31/08/2026

🏡 A little TLC for the Havelock North isite!

The Havelock North isite Information Centre is closed until Monday 14 September while some essential maintenance is completed on its little home in the heart of the village.

When the doors reopen, it’ll be back to being a one-stop shop for all things Hastings, Havelock North and Hawke’s Bay. 🙌

Need ideas for a weekend adventure? Want to book a show, sort some travel, plan an itinerary or pick up a local gift? The friendly isite team can help with all that — plus plenty more local tips, maps, brochures and inspiration.

Opening hours have also been updated for both centres:

📍 Hastings isite
Monday–Friday: 9.30am–4.30pm
Saturday: 10am–2pm
Sunday: Closed

📍 Havelock North isite
Monday–Saturday: 10am–2pm
Sunday: Closed

While Havelock North is closed, the Hastings isite remains open and ready to help!

🎩 Hats off to some of Hastings’ finest eateries.The Cuisine Magazine Good Food Guide 2026 has been released, recognising...
26/08/2026

🎩 Hats off to some of Hastings’ finest eateries.

The Cuisine Magazine Good Food Guide 2026 has been released, recognising outstanding dining experiences from across Aotearoa — and Hastings is looking pretty tasty.

A huge congratulations to our local hatted restaurants:

🎩 Black Barn Bistro – 1 Hat
🎩 Cellar 495 – 1 Hat
🎩 Restaurant Ari – 1 Hat
🎩🎩🎩 Craggy Range Restaurant – 3 Hats

What great recognition for the people putting Hastings on the plate — and another good excuse to book a table locally. 👏🍽️

Congratulations to all the teams involved!

26/08/2026

🎩 The inaugural Great Blossom Hat Competition is your chance to get creative for this year’s Hastings Blossom Festival. 🌸

Flowers, ribbons, recycled treasures, something completely unexpected – anything goes, as long as your creation captures the spirit of spring and this year’s parade theme, Great Things Grow Here.

A special shout-out to the Creative Craft group at EIT Hastings Learning Centre, who meet each week and have already created some of these absolute gems! 🌸👏

Leading New Zealand designer Annah Stretton is among our three judges, and there is $2,000 worth of prizes up for grabs from our amazing prize sponsors.

Entries close Wednesday 9 September, with the catwalk, judging and prizegiving all happening at Hastings Blossom Festival on Saturday 19 September.

No experience needed – just a bit of imagination.

Find out more and enter here: hastingsblossomfest.co.nz

21/08/2026

Can you hear it? 🐝
Can you see it? 🌸

The first signs of spring are popping up around Hastings.

Spotted any at your place? Share your pics below 👇

Hastings Blossom Festival – Saturday 19 September
Join the event https://www.facebook.com/share/1EGKpvi91o/

20/08/2026

🎨 Find the art. Meet the artist. See how it’s made.

The 2026–2027 Hawke’s Bay Arts Trail Guidebook is here! 🙌

Launched last night, the new guide brings together more than 100 artists and creative destinations from across Hawke’s Bay — from galleries and studios to the creative spaces tucked away around our region.

Pick up your free copy of the Arts Trail Guidebook from the Hastings Arts Centre or the Hastings and Havelock North isite Information Centres, then keep it handy all year as you discover new artists, creative spaces and hidden gems across Heretaunga Hastings and Hawke’s Bay.

And save the dates… 📅
Hawke’s Bay Arts Trail
7–8 & 14–15 November 2026

That’s when artists across the region open their studios and creative spaces, giving you the chance to step inside, meet the makers and see their work come to life.

While you’re at the Hastings Arts Centre, check out the current HB YEAR 12 ART – 2026 Exhibition, showcasing painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography and design by Year 12 art students from across Heretaunga.

Find out more at artsinc.co.nz.

Back for its second year, the Tōmoana Showgrounds Ice Rink is returning to Hastings!Experience the magic of skating on 1...
13/08/2026

Back for its second year, the Tōmoana Showgrounds Ice Rink is returning to Hastings!

Experience the magic of skating on 100% real ice in Hawke’s Bay. Whether you're a seasoned skater or giving it a go for the very first time, there’s fun for everyone these school holidays.

🕚 Open daily from 10am – 10pm
🗓️ 16th September – 11th October
📍 Exhibition Hall - Tōmoana Showgrounds (Entry through Gate 2)

No bookings required and no time limits — just endless icy fun with family and friends!

Find out more 👉 chilledevents.flicket.co.nz

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319 Heretaunga Street East
Hastings
4122

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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