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Oceania -> New Zealand -> Nationwide

Culture Vulture New Zealand Events Guide Music, sports, festivals, art, food & wine, travel info Searchable New Zealand events calendar & entertainment guide. Find out whats on around the country plus listings of local accommodation, transport and other helpful regional tourism info. Gigs, theatre, exhibitions, wine & food festivals, fashion, sporting events, reviews. Comprehensive and easy to use. Visit Website >>>>>

Cool Blue Radio Online radio station with great jazz and blues and similar content 24 hrs a day

The Rockshop Nationwide music stores with all the main brands of all types of musical instrument etc

Dave Alley Musician Great covers and originals - acoustic/rock/blues

Barry Charles, an amazing singer songwriter, not a kiwi but almost, plays the blues at festivals here

Oceania -> New Zealand -> North Island Wide

Soul Sax Plus Coromandel based, specialising in soul, latin, blues, reggae, jazz and originals. Paul and Jani play music for all occasions and venues anywhere, including festivals & fairs, restaurants, cafes and bars, corporate functions, weddings, parties and private functions. Vocals, clarinet, tenor and soprano saxophone, sequencing and keyboard.

Kokomo Music 4 piece blues based acoustic band from Tauranga

Rebel Without Applause - The Band Top Auckland Covers band for all corporate and private functions

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Bay of Islands -> Bay of Islands Wide

Bay of Islands Jazz & Blues Festival 10th, 11th, 12th August 2012. Over 40 bands in great venues. Top acts from NZ and Australia. The Bay of Islands comes alive with the sounds of smooth jazz and sultry blues. 3 days of music, over 150 hours of quality jazz and blues at 6 fantastic venues and in the streets of Paihia, Haruru Falls and Russell. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Auckland -> Auckland Wide

Auckland's Matariki Festival June - July Celebrates Maori New Year with over 100 events & activities The Matariki Festival is a celebration of Maori culture, language, spirit and people. This annual Auckland event has a broad range of activities running through the months of June and July. Art workshops & displays, flax weaving, kapa haka performances, music, storytime, movies & many other events. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Hispanic Club - Auckland's best Salsa school and latin community with 10000s of members

Auckland Zumba Auckland Zumba is New Zealand's largest Zumba School, learn today

Latin Rhythm Dance School - Latin Rhythm Dance is Auckland's best Salsa school and latin community

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Auckland -> North Shore & North Auckland

Latin Dance Studios (LDS) Dance courses and classes in Salsa, Zumba, Latin, Ballroom, Hip Hop.

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Auckland -> Central Auckland

Westfield Style Pasifika 17-18 October 2011 Stunning garments, cultural performances & Pacific Pride Westfield Style Pasifika is a 2 hour entertainment spectacular of traditional and contemporary fashion, dance and music. Held annually, this iconic event & Awards is recognised for launching some of this country's finest design and performance talent and showcasing New Zealand's raw and indigenous style. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Auckland International Carnival 10 November 2012 Bringing Auckland together in a 1 day extravaganza Experience the dazzling spectacular of 'Carnival'! One day festival extravaganza, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the melting pot of cultures and people that makes Auckland unique. Costume parade & global village, carnival concert, cultural groups, youth zone for kids, carnival rides & much more. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Auckland -> West Auckland

New Zealand Ukulele Festival, 1 Dec 2012 Free, fun day out for Ukulele and music lovers of all ages. The 2012 NZ Ukulele Festival will be held at The Trusts Stadium, Henderson on Saturday 1st December. Great stage acts, song writing contest, Ukeart contest, Ukequest for the best youth group, massed world record attempt, Open Mic session and more. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Waikato -> Hamilton

Parachute Music Festival Hamilton 27-30 January 2012 The happiest little festival on earth! Held annually in January at the Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton, the Parachute Music Festival lasts for four days and three nights. It is the Southern Hemisphere's largest Christian music festival, featuring music, guest speakers, amusement rides & attractions, food & shopping, talent competitions, themed parties & much more. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Coromandel -> Coromandel Wide

Pohutukawa Festival 23 Nov-9 Dec 2012 Full programme of events to celebrate summer on the Coromandel. The Pohutukawa Festival is held annually in November when the Pohutukawa flowers are starting to bloom around the Coromandel coastline. A full programme of events includes art, music, culture, cuisine, diving & more - showcasing the unique jewels of the Coromandel Peninsula. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Coromandel Music Info about local music, gigs, bands, radio and email newsletter for regulars updates If you are interested in music on the Coromandel, sign up for regular email updates or visit this page for current information. Gigs, concerts, events and festival, band and links to streaming music. Culture Vulture knows! Visit Website >>>>>

Soul Sax Plus Coromandel based, specialising in soul, latin, blues, reggae, jazz and originals. Paul and Jani play music for all occasions and venues anywhere, including festivals & fairs, restaurants, cafes and bars, corporate functions, weddings, parties and private functions. Vocals, clarinet, tenor and soprano saxophone, sequencing and keyboard.

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Coromandel -> East Coast Coromandel

Beach Hop Whangamata 28 March-1st April 2012 Rock'n'Roll festival, classic cars, music & other events The Whangamata Beachhop is a five day festival celebrating the 50's & 60's rock'n'roll era. Held annually in March on the Coromandel Peninsula, the programme includes classic car & hot rod parades, bands & music, competitions, fashion shows & many other events. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

LFM - Whitianga Radio 88.4FM Local station, top 40 & local music, well run by enthusiastic teenagers

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Bay of Plenty -> Tauranga

Tauranga Moana Seafood Festival 24 November 2012 Succulent seafood and spectacular entertainment. The seafood festival is held on the iconic Dive Crescent (near the Wharf) in Tauranga. Held bi-annually on the last Saturday in November, festival patrons can expect amazing seafood delicacies, fine wines, competitions and a range of entertainment on five stages. Fun for the whole family. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Motion Concepts - Academy of Dance Dance lessons for kids/adults ages 2 and up! Jazz, Hip Hop & more.

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Taupo / Ruapehu -> Taupo / Ruapehu Wide

Blissnz For all your musical needs, acoustic duo or full band, plus full recording studio facilities.

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Eastland -> Gisborne

Rhythm & Vines, 29-31 December 2012 Gisborne Summer music festival extravaganza at Waiohika Estate. New Zealand's premiere three-day festival Rhythm & Vines promises an exciting, upbeat experience at the stunning Waiohika Estate in Gisborne. Just 10 minutes away from the city and surf, the idyllic vineyard venue is world class, with multiple acts performing over numerous stages throughout the three days. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Hawkes Bay -> Napier

The Music Machine Napier Great team of enthusiastic staff to help you with all your music needs.

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Taranaki -> New Plymouth

WOMAD Festival New Plymouth 16-18 March 2012 A musical journey around the world WOMAD is a spectacular and colourful world music and dance festival held annually over three days in March at the stunning TSB Bowl & Brooklands Park, New Plymouth. Enjoy artists and food from around the world, workshops, cooking demonstrations and a family friendly atmosphere. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

The Rockshop New Plymouth Music store with all the main brands of all types of musical instrument etc

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Manawatu / Wanganui -> Palmerston North

Chavvah Productions We are a Christian based biblical theatre company, Palmerston North.

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Wellington -> Wellington City

New Zealand School of Dance Training for professional dancers. Regular public dance performances.

Footnote Dance New Zealand's national contemporary dance company.

Pole Dance Aotearoa Free pole dancing classes in Wellington

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Christchurch -> Christchurch City

Isaac Theatre Royal Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch, New Zealand.

Salsa Latina Dance Studios Christchurch Salsa, Bachata, Zouk & Zumba dance classes in Christchurch

Christchurch Music Centre The perfect performance venue, a heritage buildings function centre

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Queenstown -> Central Queenstown

ASB Queenstown Jazzfest 20-24 October 2011 5 days of fantastic music, over 50 bands & 150 performers The annual ASB Queenstown Jazzfest is Queenstown's major springtime event. It brings music to the masses in a 5 day live music celebration which showcases a breadth of jazz styles from New Zealand and around the world. Soak up the jazz music and atmosphere or enter the Jumpstart Jazz Competition for talented young musicians. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Central Otago -> Central Otago Wide

Otago Festival of the Arts 5-14 October 2012 Celebrating the Arts - Music, Theatre, Dance, Visual Art In Dunedin, the biennial Otago Festival of the Arts has earned a reputation for its huge pulling power of excellent and extra-ordinary international and national acts. A showcase of artistic excitement, style, panache, superb performance & pure indulgence, the programme includes, dance, theatre, music, opera, literature & visual arts performances. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Dunedin / Coastal Otago -> Dunedin City

Otago Festival of the Arts 5-14 October 2012 Celebrating the Arts - Music, Theatre, Dance, Visual Art In Dunedin, the biennial Otago Festival of the Arts has earned a reputation for its huge pulling power of excellent and extra-ordinary international and national acts. A showcase of artistic excitement, style, panache, superb performance & pure indulgence, the programme includes, dance, theatre, music, opera, literature & visual arts performances. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>

Oceania -> New Zealand -> Southland -> Invercargill

Bluff Oyster & Food Festival 26 May 2012 Deliciously fresh seafood, fine wine & great entertainment! The annual Bluff Oyster & Food Festival features a mouth watering array of food and beverages with the renowned Bluff Oyster the star of the show. Other activities include oyster eating & opening races, a fashion show and a varied programme of musical entertainment throughout the day. More Info & Photos >>>>>     Visit Website >>>>>