DAY 05 📍 Sunday 8 November |
🥬 Hamilton Farmers' Market
8am–12pm | Claudelands | Free entry
Is there a better way to start Sunday than with a good coffee and some fresh local produce?
Browse bread, pastries, vegetables, fruit, locally made food and delicious treats.
The regular venue is The Barn at Claudelands, Gate 3, Brooklyn Road. Check the organiser's page for any venue changes.
Official Farmers' Market website ↗
🚗 Coffee & Cars
9am–1pm | Classics Museum, 11 Railside Place, Dinsdale
Calling all car lovers!
Enjoy a morning of classic cars, hot rods and interesting builds, along with coffee and food from Jukebox Diner.
Entry: Free to enjoy the outdoor car gathering. Museum admission is separate.
Coffee & Cars information ↗
🎻 From Salon to Symphony
2:30pm | Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts
Enjoy an afternoon of live orchestral music as the Trust Waikato Symphony Orchestra performs works by Saint-Saëns, Tchaikovsky, Alice Mary Smith and Sibelius.
A lovely Sunday outing for classical music lovers.
Tickets: Check with the organiser for current prices and availability.
Concert information ↗
🍔 Gourmet in the Gardens
4pm–8pm | Rhododendron Lawn, Hamilton Gardens
Sunday evening food trucks are back!
Grab your friends, bring a picnic blanket and enjoy a relaxed evening with delicious food in one of Hamilton's favourite green spaces.
It's a lovely way to finish the weekend.
Entry: Free, with food available to purchase.
The event depends on the weather, so check updates before heading out.
Event details ↗
Also on Sunday: The Ninja Run finishes, the Sika Show runs from 9am to 4pm, CATS has a 1:30pm show, and GLOtron is open at Centre Place.
DAY 06 📍 Monday 9 November |
🗣️ English Learners' Corner
10am–11:30am | Central Library | Free
A welcoming opportunity to practise English, meet new people and build confidence in a friendly community environment.
Programme information ↗
🌸 Celebrate Diwali with Henna Art
10:30am–12pm | Dinsdale Library | Free
Here's something different to try!
Learn about traditional Indian Mehendi designs and create your own beautiful henna patterns.
This free workshop welcomes adults from all backgrounds.
No experience or registration is needed, and materials are supplied.
Workshop information ↗
🎶 Karakia in Te Paataka
12:30pm–1pm | Central Library | Free
Join a welcoming session to learn karakia, explore a whakataukī and enjoy singing together.
Event details ↗
🎨 My Craft – Chartwell Library
3:30pm–4:30pm | Free
A creative afternoon for children aged 6–9, with materials supplied.
Programme information ↗
DAY 07 📍 Tuesday 10 November – BLACKCAPS v India! 🏏 |
Cricket fans, this is your day!
🎤 Anne Sofie von Otter x TANZOS Masterclass
12pm | Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts | Free
Internationally celebrated opera singer Anne Sofie von Otter shares her experience with emerging singers.
A special opportunity for Hamilton music lovers to see a world-renowned artist working with the next generation of performers.
Event details and registration ↗
🇳🇿🇮🇳 BLACKCAPS v India Pre-Match Celebration
12pm–2pm | Garden Place | Free
Before the big cricket match, head into the city centre for a celebration of Indian culture.
Enjoy Bollywood and Bhangra performances, Kerala drumming, DJ music, face painting and a 360-degree video booth.
The celebration is part of a wider programme recognising 100 years of sporting connections between New Zealand and India.
Hamilton City Council event information ↗
🏏 BLACKCAPS v India – One Day International
3pm | Seddon Park | Ticketed
One of the biggest sporting events of the week!
New Zealand takes on India in the third ODI of the series.
With two cricket-loving nations meeting at Seddon Park, we're expecting a fantastic atmosphere in Hamilton.
Whether you're supporting the BLACKCAPS or Team India, it's a great chance to enjoy international cricket right in the heart of our city.
Tickets: Check the official website for availability and prices.
Official match details and tickets ↗
🧒 Dinsdale Library Kids Club
3:30pm–4:30pm | Dinsdale Library | Free
Not heading to the cricket?
Children aged 5+ can enjoy an afternoon of crafts and activities at the library.
Kids Club details ↗
DAY 08 📍 Wednesday 11 November |
🖼️ Last Chance – Robin White Exhibitions
10am–5pm | Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery | Free
Wednesday is the final day to see two exhibitions celebrating acclaimed New Zealand artist Dame Robin White.
Explore works from across five decades of her career, including paintings reflecting people, communities and landscapes.
If you've been meaning to visit, now's your chance!
Exhibition information ↗
📚 Storytime Puaawai
10:30am–11:15am | Hillcrest Library at Hamilton Gardens | Free
Stories, songs and interactive fun for young children.
Library details ↗
🎨 Art Club – Central Library
1pm–2pm | Free
Another chance to join a friendly painting session and learn new acrylic painting techniques.
Registration required.
Art Club details ↗
🧱 LEGO Club – Glenview Library
3:30pm–4:30pm | Free
Children can enjoy another afternoon of building, creativity and fun.
LEGO Club details ↗