Entertainment
The Bay of Plenty has heaps of diverse festivals with wonderful craft and art markets. It also has some more unusual events such as New Zealand’s premier half ironman event which makes use of one of the country’s best multi-sport event venues - the outdoors.
This prestigious event attracts the top New Zealand and overseas specialists and is a marvellous spectator sport. Blues, Brews & BBQ's is one of the most popular events on the summer calendar - a family fun day of barbecue fare, fine ales and great music The festival is a celebration of everything that is unique about the traditional Kiwi summer lifestyle; our love of outdoor cooking, great music and enjoying an ale or two with good friends and family.
On Waitangi weekend 2010, Tauranga will be the place to be when the inaugural Tauranga City Air Show fills the skies over the city's airport. The Sovereign New Zealand Ocean Swim Series returns this summer with six events around New Zealand, including the Sand to Surf at Mt Maunganui on Saturday, 27 March, 2010. For five days over Easter, Tauranga will pulsate to the vibrant sounds of the National Jazz Festival. Make sure also to visit Katikati, a small arty settlement known as Mural Town.
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