What’s on in Hamilton
73 activities
Ongoing1010 activities
DailyAll dayChapters: A Life of Bookstores exhibitionExplore the stories behind Kirikiriroa Hamilton’s iconic bookstores, past and present, in our latest exhibition. Hamilton has a strong tradition of quality independent bookstores, treasured by the community.Free5 days09:00Spring School Holidays at the MuseumFor children ages 6 – 13From $55Daily10:00Robin White: At Home With UsRobin White: At Home With UsFreeDaily10:00Te WinikaThis majestic waka taua (war canoe) was gifted to the city by the Maaori QueenFreeDaily10:00Whakahokia!Ngaati Hauaa, our taonga, whakapapa and kooreroFreeDaily10:00Shaping Hamilton - Huringa KirikiriroaExplore the key events that have shaped the history of this cityFreeDaily10:00Robin White: Tuituia | Something is Happening HereA touring exhibition from Te Papa and Auckland Art GalleryFreeDaily10:00Collections UnseenI Huna Ai i te TangataFreeDaily10:00Fossil FindsRevealing ancient Waikato through the Rex Williams CollectionFree4 daysVariousCOW City WalksCOW CITY WALKS See the city. Then see it differently. For 10 days, Hamilton becomes a "City of Wonder". For COW, we transform unexpected spaces across the city into exhibitions, installations, performances, ...Paid
Mon 28 Sep88 activities
All dayHamilton City Libraries' Comic Book Month CompetitionDrop by any of our 7 libraries from 1 September and pick up an entry for our Comic Book Month Competition!Free09:3009:45Karakia for the CommunityWe warmly invite you to participate in karakia each Monday morning at our library.Free10:0011:30English Learners' CornerPractice your English, meet new friends and build your confidence in this fun social group!Free10:3011:30Grief CafeThis peer support group is designed to provide a safe space to normalise conversations surrounding the various emotions and challenges that accompany loss. It allows participants to express their feelings without fear of judgment or misunderstanding. This group also extends its resources to individuals who are helping loved ones navigate their grief journeys.Free11:00+1 moreSt John Community EducationThis program aims to develop confident young New Zealanders who care for the health and wellbeing of their communities and provides young people with the skills and knowledge to respond in an emergency and keep themselves and others safe.Free12:0014:00Justice of the PeaceJustice of the Peace (JP) services are available at libraries on the following days, except on public holidays:Free12:3013:00Karakia in Te PaatakaNau Mai Haere Mai: Welcome to Karakia in Te PaatakaFree14:0016:00Streets Re-imagined: Through the eyes of our tamarikiHamilton's City of Wonder Art and Design Week has come to Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa Central Library!Free
Tue 29 Sep1010 activities
All dayHamilton City Libraries' Comic Book Month CompetitionDrop by any of our 7 libraries from 1 September and pick up an entry for our Comic Book Month Competition!Free10:3011:30Digital Drop-inDigital Drop-inFree11:0012:30Waikato Historical Society Tours - Art in ArchitectureThis will offer a tour of the central city discovering the architectural features on heritage buildings. This will highlight how architectural features enhance the look of the buildings and reflect the architectural ...Paid11:3012:30Reading BuddiesDoes your child need some help with their reading? Are they new to reading in English or Te Reo Maaori? Let’s read to therapy dogs together to build their confidence!Free13:0014:00St John Community EducationThis program aims to develop confident young New Zealanders who care for the health and wellbeing of their communities and provides young people with the skills and knowledge to respond in an emergency and keep themselves and others safe.Free14:0015:00Yarn 'n' YackJoin us for a cozy crafternoon! Bring your knitting, crochet or stitching project, and enjoy the company of fellow craft enthusiasts. Share skills, ideas and make new friends over a cuppa. All are welcome to this free event.Free18:0020:00The Algorithmic Brush: AI and the social foundations of creativityArtificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way we create, design and understand images — but what happens to creativity when the tools themselves begin to think, generate and make? The Algorithmic Brush ...Paid18:3023:59School Holiday Family QuizFamily Quiz Night is back these school holidays! Get ready for some kid-friendly quizzes that the whole family can enjoy - it's a win-win with you getting to visit your favourite local, and the kids getting in some ...Free19:0021:00Paint and Wine Night - Peony BouquetLooking for a unique night out in Whatawhata, Hamilton? Join us for a beginner-friendly watercolour painting event where you’ll explore fluid colour mixing, delicate brushwork, and create your own watercolour ...From $5219:0021:00Waikato Photographic Society – Coffee Chat & Photo CritiqueJoin us for an informal evening of photo discussion and constructive critique. Bring along your images on a memory stick or printed, and share your work with fellow photography enthusiasts. Food and drinks are ...Free
Wed 30 Sep55 activities
All dayHamilton City Libraries' Comic Book Month CompetitionDrop by any of our 7 libraries from 1 September and pick up an entry for our Comic Book Month Competition!Free10:0012:00Knit TogetherThe perfect get together for all knitters and crafters. Drop into St Andrews Library for an informal "Knit Together" with your current knitting or craft project. Tea and coffee provided so come along to create and have a cuppa on us.Free12:0014:00Justice of the PeaceJustice of the Peace (JP) services are available at libraries on the following days, except on public holidays:Free13:00+1 moreSt John Community EducationThis program aims to develop confident young New Zealanders who care for the health and wellbeing of their communities and provides young people with the skills and knowledge to respond in an emergency and keep themselves and others safe.Free13:0014:00Lunchtime Recital: WindWood - Spirit DancingsThe programme that WindWood is touring the upper North Island with in 2026 is themed Spirit Dancings. Works have been chosen with a significant spiritual and/or dance element that are guaranteed to engage and entrance ...From $15
Thu 1 Oct11 activity
17:3019:00Waikato Historical Society Tours - Art in ArchitectureThis will offer a tour of the central city discovering the architectural features on heritage buildings. This will highlight how architectural features enhance the look of the buildings and reflect the architectural ...PaidFri 2 Oct11 activity
12:0014:00Justice of the PeaceJustice of the Peace (JP) services are available at libraries on the following days, except on public holidays:FreeTimes and details can change. Confirm with the organiser before you go.