8 things to do this weekend
Hawke’s Bay has plenty of activities and events for people of all ages to enjoy. We list 8 of the best on offer this weekend.
1F. A.W.C!
The Food and Wine Classic’s 2018 Summer Series is well and truly on and will run until November 11 with events all around the region. While a number of them have sold out this weekend, there are several still on offer.
For more information visit: www.fawc.co.nz/events/viewevents/
2Run Red for Children
Save the Children are asking people to Run Red and be sponsored as part of a fundraising event called Charlie’s Challenge anytime from now until November 27 to help children who have had to run for their lives. Anderson Park, Kennedy Rd, Taradale, Napier. Today, 8am to 9am.
For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/runred-for-children-parkrun/napier
3Diwali 2018
Diwali is a festival of lights and celebrated every year throughout the world. In the same spirit, it has been organised by Hawke’s Bay Indian Association Inc.
Come and join in for this fun-filled evening which is suitable for all the age groups .
Napier Soundshell, Marine Parade, Napier. Today, 6pm to 10.30pm. For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/diwali2018/napier
4Walk 2 D’Feet MND 2018
Walks 2 D’Feet MND will take place all over New Zealand tomorrow. These easy, fun walks are a powerful way to show your support for people with motor neurone disease (MND).
The walks raise money for MND research and support services. Napier Sailing Club, 63 West Quay, Ahuriri, Napier. Tomorrow, 9.30am to 12.30pm.
For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/walkdfeet-mnd-2018/napier
5A Service of Remembrance and A Commitment to Peace
This service will recognise the centenary of Armistice Day, and reflect on the commitment to peace: through liturgy, song and prayer. Trinity Methodist Church, 32 Clive Square East, Napier. Tomorrow, 10am to 11.15am.
For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/ 2018/a-service-of-remembranceand-Commitment-to-peace/napier
6Rose Sunday 2018
Visitors will be greeted with small rose buttonholes from Rose Society members’ home gardens, and will be able to get advice and information on all things roses from industry professionals.
There will be entertainment for kids, ice-cream and coffee trucks, so bring a picnic and relax on the lawn while enjoying the tranquillity of the park.
Frimley Park, Lyndurst Rd, Hastings. Tomorrow, 11am to 3pm. For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/rosesunday-2018/hastings
7Hastings Christmas At the Races
Hawke’s Bay Racing is set to host the best flaming Christmas at the Races end of year. Treat yourself and colleagues, friends or family to a fun day out.
Hastings Racecourse, 200 Prospect Rd, Hastings. Tomorrow, 11am to 6pm.
For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/ 2018/hastings-christmas-at-theraces-ft-f-a-w-c/hastings
8A Russian Triple Bill
This is the first time that the company has brought this stunning programme to Australia and New Zealand.
Napier Municipal Theatre, 119 Tennyson St, Napier. Tomorrow, 7pm to 9.40pm.
For more information visit: www.eventfinda.co.nz/ 2018/a-russian-triple-bill/napier