February 2009
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A Circle of Friends
10 Jan 2009 - 04 Feb 2009
Taupo Museum. Paintings, sculpture, ceramics, metal and woodwork and glass engraving by Isobel McBeth, Lynda Mapplebeck, Marie Eiram, Mayme Chanwai, Narina McBeath, Mathew Whittaker, Bob Gibbs, Pamella Annesouth, Jan Waterfield, Robert Franken. This is an exciting and diverse collection of work by The Circle of Friends from the Kapiti Coast. Many of them are well established artists who have exhibited widely both in New Zealand and overseas. Their work has developed over the years with support and encouragement from the group. The boundaries are always challenged and without exception the aim is to show high quality art.
Taupo Medieval Festival
31 Jan 2009 - 01 Feb 2009
The 2009 tournament will showcase some of the finest historical recreations in Australasia, culminating in the inaugural Trans-Tasman Jousting Cup. The tournament provides an up close and personal look at history, with a unique appeal for the whole family. Now in its fourth year, the Tournament and its associated festival attracts competitors and spectators from all over the world. Jousting and Foot Combat teams from New Zealand, Australia, France, Belgium, the United Kingdom and Poland have all visited Taupo, helping to create a quality international event, elevating the profile of both Taupo and New Zealand on the world stage.
Free Concert - MoreFM Summer Series
01 Feb 2009
5 - 7pm Unison Amphitheatre, Riverside Park. Zeero specialize in classic rock with driving guitars and strong vocals. There have been several re-incarnations of the band since then, with the 2008 lineup including one of the founding guitarists Barry Kerr, founding drummer Ray Ward, long-time bass player Graham Sullivan, new guitarist Steve Green and three renowned local singers, Stacy Carson, Dionne Bidois and Shona Pruden. From the beginning of January through to the end of February we will be bringing you a series of entertainment packages designed to round off your weekend with sunshine, picnic's, wine, music and movies. In 2009 we are moving the start time to 5pm to allow you time to get off the Lake, get that picnic sorted and come join us on the grass. We have lifted the liquor ban because wine goes with picnic's right? As with the NYE concert it's all family, all safe, all fun and all on us, yes the whole two month series is free!
Kiwiburn
05 Feb 2009 - 08 Feb 2009
Kiwiburn is New Zealand's annual regional Burning Man event and will be held at Whakamaru Domain, Mangakino. The art theme for 2009 is “FUTURE HISTORY”. Kiwiburn presents alpha and omega, the beginning and the end. Let our future return to our past, let ancient cities and temples spring up in the year 3000 wasteland of the Moon colonies, let history repeat. Atlantis, Greece, Egypt, China, Aztek, Maori, Celt... ancient civilisations speak to our future. Come in toga, come in a spacesuit, come and create: Future History.
Multi Cultural Festival
07 Feb 2009
Great Lake Centre. Celebrate the cultural diversity within our community with amazing displays, entertainment and food.
Kinloch Tri / National Sprint Champs
08 Feb 2009
Kinloch Township. Experience unbelievably clear lake water, quiet country cycle roads and picturesque running by the lake.
Great Composing Partnerships
12 Feb 2009
Great Lake Centre.Take Gilbert and Sullivan, Lerner and Loewe, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Rodgers & Hart and other great composing partnerships and you are guaranteed a show with a great variety of music! Phone 0508 266 237 or email us for ticket information.
Taupo Flying Proms
14 Feb 2009
If you were one of the lucky ones who loved Picnic in the Park (Where There's Music in the Air) last February, then you are in for another treat this Valentine's Day! Magnificent men in their flying machines meet the highly entertaining musical magic of The Proms. A family day out combining music, flying, wine, food and fun! Join us for the Taupo Flying Proms - a spectacular display of aircraft and aerobatics set to music, followed by a magical Proms concert from the Central Band of the Royal New Zealand Air Force. Highlights include a daring wing-walker on a Tiger Moth, a display from the RNZAF aerobatic team 'The Red Checkers' and an explosive firewords finale. See the Taupo Flying Proms soaring to new heights in 2009! Bring a picnic or enjoy food and wine stalls at the event. With tickets priced from $30 for adults and $12 for students (under 5 free) be in quick for an extraordinary entertainment event. Tickets available at Ticketek.
New Balance Great Lake Relay
21 Feb 2009
The New Balance Great Lake Relay around the largest lake in Australasia – the beautiful Lake Taupo. Renown as the ultimate team building event held on one of the most scenic courses in the world, the Great Lake Relay sees teams of 10 to 18 members running or walking to complete the 18 legs around the 155km course. The legs range in distance from 5.2km to 14.4km. Grab a group of friends, family or workmates together and enjoy a fun filled and exhilarating weekend together – you won’t be disappointed!
MotoTT Motorcycle Track Day
27 Feb 2009
MotoTT holds regular motorcycle track days at Taupo Motorsport Park. These track days are designed to be a fun, non competitive environment in which to test your bike and your riding skills. Go as fast or as slow as you like with no cars (or police) to worry about. Riders are given sessions of 25 minutes (10-12 laps on the full 3.5km track). You may select 3 groups to ride in (1=fast, 2=medium and 3=slower). Spaces are limited so booking is essential to secure a place. To pre-register for a track day email Peter, please include your name, bike make/model, preferred riding group and track day date you wish to pre-register for.
