Thursday 4 December
Gulf News Thursdays in Surfdale: All welcome, make new friends over a cuppa, cake and chat over the local news from 1pm-3pm every Thursday at the Surfdale Hall.
Christmas in Aotea Square: Auckland Live will be running a series of free events with music, dancing and Christmas fun until Sunday 21 December. For what’s on visit www.aucklandlive.co.nz/event/auckland-live-christmas-in-aotea-square
Friday 5 December
Waiheke Community Art Gallery: Exhibitions on until 7 December include an end of year exhibition by the Diploma of Ceramics students, Winners of the Walker and Hall Waiheke Art Awards and Life Drawing from artists at the Catherine Mitchell Art Centre Life Drawing Class. Open seven days from 10am to 4pm, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa. Free entry.
Winemaker’s Hour at Cable Bay: Ashton Henriks offers a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking every Friday at 2pm at Cable Bay Vineyard, 12 Nick Johnstone Drive, Oneroa.
Community Lunch: Create a delicious lunch while reducing food waste. Free. Cooking starts at 11am and eating at 1pm. Every Friday, the Waiheke Sustainability Centre, Mako Street.
Saturday 6 December
Ostend Saturday Market: Locally made crafts, books, artisan food and more. Every Saturday 8am-1pm. Under the trees and in the Ostend Memorial Hall, Belgium Street. waihekeostendmarket.co.nz
Step on a Crack book launch: Get a signed copy of Sam Ashworth’s new book at the special price of $20. Step on a Crack is an exciting thriller for young adults set in Devonport and Waiheke. From 2pm at the Waiheke Library.
From Ocean to Beach with SJ Blake: Enjoy an immersive creative exploration of our changing coastline. Bring your journal. You don’t have to be an artist. Age 14+. $35pp. Register: monicalogues.com/understory-workshops. From 1pm-4pm at Enclosure Bay.
Red Shed Gallery: The Palm Beach gallery is open weekends, 10am-4pm at 74a Palm Road. Works for sale from previous and current exhibitions.
Waiheke Musical Museum: An amazing collection of musical instruments from around the world. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10.30am-1.30pm, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa. Entry by donation.
Sunday 7 December
Repair Cafe: The second Repair Cafe is here. Bring your bikes, appliances, clothes, toys, jewellery and similar for repair. Perfect time to repair camping gear and give items new life for summer. From 10am-2pm at WRT, Mako Street.
Chardonnay Masterclass: A masterclass exploring Chardonnay’s return to popularity. Explore the trends around this often misunderstood wine, and how Tantalus’ chardonnay takes its inspiration from French styles and regions. From midday-1.30pm at Tantalus Estate. Book at Tantalus.co.nz
Seaside Christmas Carols: With Sister Shout, the Old Spice Boys, Waiheke High School music students and Mikaela Stroud. Tickets $10 for adults, children free. Buy on day – cash only. From 4pm-6pm at the Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, The Esplanade, Surfdale. Rain location: Waiheke High School.
Waiheke Choral Society Christmas Concert: Join the choral society for a Christmas concert and carol singalong at St Peter’s Church (197 Ocean View Road, Oneroa) at 2pm. Entry by koha, with all proceeds going to Waiheke Budgeting Service.
Odesea Gallery: Open weekends from 10am-4pm at 57 Belle Terrace, Onetangi.
The Rocky Bay Cafe: Homemade treats made by locals every weekend. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-1pm at the Ōmiha Memorial Hall Rocky Bay.
Monday 8 December
Intro to improv: Learn the basics of improvisation from local improv legends Lisa Garrity and Catherine Boyd-Bell. Every Monday at Artworks Theatre from 7-9pm. $10 per week.
Wednesday 10 December
From Forest to Field with Leila Lees: Bring your journal and explore forest-field boundaries through sensory meditation, observation and creative play. Age 14+. $35pp. Register at monicalogues.com/understory-workshops. From 6pm-9pm. Meet at Te Toki Reserve Carpark, Wilma Road.
Museum and Historic Village: Open Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 11am-3pm at 165 Onetangi Road. Entry by donation.
Karaoke: The last one for 2025. Free entry. Starts 7pm at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Surfdale.
Coming events
Austen Found – The Undiscovered Musicals of Jane Austen: You’re invited to the ball of the season as Austen Found tours Auckland. Join Penny Ashton, Lori Dungey and Greg Ward as they swoon, laugh and romp through an entirely improvised Austenian musical. Thursday 11 December from 7.30pm at Artworks Theatre. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
The Heart of Christmas – Great Oneroa Scavenger Hunt: Start (and finish) at Waiheke Library, where you’ll pick up your special Oneroa map. Follow the clues through the village, piece together puzzles, take on creative challenges and discover hidden surprises along the way. Free for everyone. From 9am-6pm, 11-20 December.
The work of Byron Katie retreat: Get free of stressful thoughts that cause suffering and stress. From Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 December in Palm Beach. For more info visit www.QuestionYourMind.com or contact Valli 027 348 3891 or email valli@me.com
All Roads Lead to Music: A classical music concert showcasing talent from the island and beyond in support of Waiheke Homeschool. Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, Chopin and one or two surprises. Friday 12 December at 5pm at the Waiheke Musical Museum. Tickets $20/10 from musicalmuseum.org.nz
Record fair: Vinyl for sale and live music from DJ Heavy Petal and guests. BYOB to enjoy on the sunny open deck area, plus a pop-up café. Saturday 13 December from 10.30am-1.30pm at Onetangi Hall, 9 Third Ave, Onetangi. If you have LPs to sell email Nick at waihekerecordfair@gmail.com to book a crate or a table today.
Kate Open Day: The Kate has a new dinghy and to celebrate they’re throwing a party on Sunday 14 November on the Causeway. Folk singing duo The Wellermen will have shanties galore, they’ll be testing the new dinghy to see how many people she can carry, and a swamp test turning her upside down to work out the best method of righting her – fun for the kids. From 2pm with launch at 3pm.
The Heart of Christmas – How the Stoat Stole Christmas: A mystical story about the forest creatures on our very own island. A tūī family, a kākā mum, a local gnome and a courageous caterpillar celebrate the summer solstice with a good old feast under the pōhutukawa tree. 4pm on Saturday 13 December and 11am and 2pm on Sunday 14 December at Artworks Theatre. Free entry.
The Heart of Christmas – Block Party Carols Battle: Calling all musicians, creatives and crafters, this is your moment to shine. Come along for a Christmas block party packed with food vendors, live music, piñata-making workshops, and plenty of holiday cheer. From 5pm-8pm on Saturday 13 December at Artworks Theatre Courtyard.
Pottery Market: The Pottery Club host their annual Christmas market. Perfect for gifts for Christmas, a range of prices and great quality work. Cash or internet banking only. From 8am-1pm on Saturday 13 December at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, Putiki Road, Ostend.
Old Spice Boys Fundraising Concert: Come along for a fun evening of popular music from the 1950s onwards with The Old Spice Boys. A joint fundraiser for The Old Spice Boys and Waiheke Musical Museum. Choose your price from $20 per ticket. 7pm on Saturday 13 December at the Waiheke Musical Museum. Tickets from musicalmuseum.org.nz
Ōmiha Folk Club present Donnybrook Fair: The folk club present a special Christmas edition. Donnybrook Fair play English/Irish folk reminiscent of The Pogues and The Dubliners. Expect a high-energy fusion of traditional melodies, fast-paced rhythms and songs filled with stories of love, rebellion and celebration. From 7pm on Saturday 13 December at Ōmiha Memorial Hall. Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz
Christmas Wreath Workshop: Create a beautiful natural wreath for Christmas. All materials provided, but bring anything extra you especially want to add. Suitable for ages 10 and over. Please bring cash for koha. Sunday 14 December from 11am-1pm at the Waiheke Museum, Onetangi Road. To register text Kate on 021 0820 3066.
From Estuary to Freshwater with Monica Peters: Explore, listen, observe, create, draw and learn about this fascinating wetland. Bring your nature journal/notebook. Age 14+. $35pp. Register at monicalogues.com/understory-workshops. From 9.30am-12.30pm on Sunday 14 December at Rangihoua Sports Park – meet at main carpark.
Tennis Holiday Camp: Tennis holiday camps are running from these upcoming school holidays at Onetangi Sports Park, 18-24 December and 5-23 January at Waiheke Tennis Club for children aged 5+. From 8.30-11.30am weekdays, $50 members, $55 non-members. Book online at thegame.net.nz/location/waiheke-tennis-club
Christmas Knock Off Party: Clock Out. Cruise In. Let’s send off the work year properly. We’re bringing Auckland DJ Chris Keene to the vines and vibes, with everyone’s favourite local DJ Alisha kicking things off from 4pm-7pm. Drinks specials, happy hour and free entry. Friday 19 December from 7pm to late at Alibi Brewing Co.
The Heke Whisky Club: Every month on the third Friday of the month from 6.30pm-8.15pm. Friday 19 December. Tickets from theheke.co.nz/whats-on
The Good Shout: A pool and resort party with purpose – dress in your best tropical resort wear. All profits donated to the Waiheke Food Bank to support locals experiencing food scarcity this Christmas and in the coming year. Line-up includes DJ Chikaa, HeyLady, Patsy Skeet, Jeanne, Leetifah and Afroboujiak. From 12pm-midnight, Sunday 21 December, Waiheke Island Resort, Bay Road. R23.
Make-It-Yourself Christmas Gifts: Part of the library Raumati Reads school holiday programme. Tuesday 23 December from 2pm-3.30pm at the Waiheke Library.
Ongoing events:
AA Driver and Vehicle Licensing Unit: First and third Wednesday of every month at Waiheke Adult Learning, Artworks complex, 8.30am-4pm. Enquiries phone 0800 822 422.
Waiheke Adult Learning: Courses and workshops to promote lifelong learning. For more information call 372 9868 or wal.org.nz. Located at Artworks complex, 2 Korora Rd.
Literacy Aotearoa Waiheke: Free classes in digital skills, computer training, essential communication, workplace readiness and more. Contact 022 5523 0408. Located at 8 Miami Avenue, Surfdale.
Amateur Radio Club: First Monday of the month at 7pm except on public holidays. Visitors welcome. Waiheke Community Radio, 4 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Badminton: Mondays and Thursdays from 7-9pm. All welcome, under 14s with an adult. Any questions text 027 910 4878. Recreation Centre at Waiheke High School, Donald Bruce Road.
Waiheke Cinema: Bookings at www.waihekecinema.co.nz. 2 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Bike Hub: Assistance with bike repairs and maintenance Thursdays-Sundays, 12-4pm on Mako Street, Oneroa.
Bingo in support of Project Reach Out: Every other Wednesday at 7pm. All welcome. 6.45pm. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Blackpool Residents Association Social Night: Every second Friday of the month, 6pm-8pm, Old Blackpool School. BYO snacks and gold coin towards hall hire.
Bowls: New players welcome on Wednesdays at 1.30pm and Sundays at 9.45am. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Breast Cancer Support Group meeting: Every second Tuesday of the month at Unit 2, 11 Moa Avenue, Oneroa, from 11am-1pm. For more information phone 372 7131.
Learn to play bridge: Beginner sessions at Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, Putiki Road. Enquiries to Claire Stainton 027 634 0985 or staintonclaire7@gmail.com
Bridge Club: Sessions are Tuesday at 9.45am, Wednesday at 6.45pm and casual play Thursday 1pm at Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. waihekebridgeclub.co.nz
2020 Bridge Club: Mondays 7pm online in RealBridge and Thursdays in person from 7pm at Morra Hall. Casual players welcome. 2020waihekebridgeclub.co.nz
Cards (500, euchre): on Thursdays at 1.30pm at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend.
Chat Group for the Elderly: Every Thursday from 10.30am-12pm at the Waiheke Library.
Chess Group: Social chess group meets Tuesdays 2pm-5pm at the Waiheke Library.
Choral Society: Every Tuesday at 7pm at Waiheke Musical Museum for choir practice. Phone Dee on 372 3456.
Citizens Advice Bureau: CAB Waiheke is open Monday-Friday 9.30am-3.30pm. Help with employment, tenancy and immigration issues and more. 372 8640
Club Night: Free live music from 6pm. All welcome. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Club Night: Every Friday from 6pm at RSA, 29 Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Community garden working bees: All ages and experience levels welcome. Blackpool garden – third Sunday of the month 8.30-11am, corner of Moa Avenue and Nikau Road. Ostend garden – second Sunday of the month 9-11.30am, 30 Putiki Road. Surfdale Food Forest – first Sunday of the month 9.30am-midday.
Costume Hire – Otherworlds: Amazing variety of costumes and accessories to hire. Open every Thursday from 12–5pm at Artworks Theatre.
Croquet Club: At Oneroa Old Bowling Club on Mako Street. All welcome. For more information phone 027 276 4024.
Darts Club: Every Thursday 5.30pm at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend. Friendly crowd, no need to register, all welcome.
Differently abled people and families: Support and get-togethers with Waiheke special needs group. For more information phone 022 191 0208.
Forest and Bird market stall: First Saturday of the month, 9am-12.30pm, Ostend Market. Lots of free information and pest-control advice. Bait and weed control products for sale.
Garden Club: Meets at Surfdale Hall, 1.30pm, fourth Friday of each month. New members welcome. Phone Sandra 022 171 1036.
Indoor bowls: 10.45am Tuesdays at the Red Cross rooms, above Waiheke Medical Centre, Oneroa.
Indoor bowls: From 1.30pm on Saturdays at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Justice of the Peace: Monday and Thursday from 10am-12pm at the Citizens Advice Bureau, and Wednesday and Friday 10am-12pm at the library.
Karaoke with No’oroa: Every other Wednesday at 7pm at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale.
Free legal clinic at CAB: Free half-hour legal appointments fortnightly on Fridays at Waiheke CAB in Oneroa. Contact 372 8640.
Improv night: Have fun with the legends from Waiheke Comedy on most Thursdays from 7pm at Artworks Theatre in Oneroa. Koha entry.
Life Drawing: Mondays 6.30pm and Wednesdays 9.30am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Meat Free Mondays: A plant-based dinner with guest chefs every month. Cooking from 4pm or dinner at 6pm. Waiheke Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Music and movement for babies, pre-schoolers and parents: Every Wednesday from 9.30-11am during term at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Oneroa. Gold coin koha and a piece of fruit if you can. All welcome.
Morra Hall: For latest events lineup visit morrahall.co.nz/calendar
Photographer’s Collective: 7.30pm, second Thursday of the month. Held at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre.
Pickleball: Indoor at Waiheke Recreational Centre on Donald Bruce Road. Wednesdays and Fridays 4.30pm-6pm; Saturdays 3.30pm-5.30pm; Sundays women’s session 3pm-4pm, open session 4pm-5.30pm. All abilities welcome. Outdoor schedule is kept using playtimescheduler.com, use either postal code 1971 or 1081 to enable notifications. For info call Jeff on 027 501 9628.
Piripoho/Consolation Support Group: For people affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide. First Thursday of month, 5-6.30pm at Hau Ora/Piritahi Marae. Contact Judy Davis 372 0022.
Playcentre: Early childhood education. New members welcome. Contact 372 9480. Waiheke Island Playcentre, 5a Albert Crescent, Ostend.
Play Circle: For children aged one to three. Mondays and Fridays 9-11am. Fossil Bay Yurt during school term times. For more information email info@fossilbay.co.nz
Playgroup: Old Blackpool School Hall, 9am–11am every Tuesday and Thursday. $5 per family. Just show up. Email waihekeplaygroup@gmail.com.
Free games of pool: Tuesday to Sunday at the Waiheke RSA, 29 Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Post partum circle: A place where mothers come together with their little ones. For babies under 1. Mondays 11.45am-1pm. Fossil Bay Yurt during school term times. For more information email Fossil Bay info@fossilbay.co.nz
Pottery: Mondays 6pm, Tuesday 9.30am, Wednesdays 6pm and Thursday 6pm at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Pre-School Crafts: Every Thursday from 11.10-11.45am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Puna Reo Bilingual Māori Playgroup: The Pavilion, Donald Bruce Road. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am-noon. For under 5’s. Phone Jane 021 139 1771 or 372 6991.
Quiz Nights ‘Believe It Or Not’ RSA: Every Tuesday night at 7pm $5 per person. Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend.
Quiz Nights ‘Believe It Or Not’ Club Waiheke: Every Thursday at 6.45pm. All welcome. $5pp at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. For more info visit waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Rebus Waiheke Meeting: First Friday of the month at Palm Beach Community Hall. Guest speakers and a social get together over morning tea for retired or soon-to-be retired residents. Visitors always welcome, no charge.
Rotary Waiheke: Meets each Monday from 7pm at Club Waiheke (Bowling Club), 2 Marama Ave, Surfdale. Phone Leighton 021 297 7360.
Sewing – All Things Fabric: Wednesdays 12.30pm and Fridays 9.30am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Scottish Country Dance Club: Every Monday from midday to 2.30pm. All welcome. Contact Shirley on shirleybutler@xtra.co.nz or 021 263 8483.
The Song and Poetry Thing: A live evening of original song and poetry in an open mic format. Last Thursday of every month. Performer sign-up at 6.30pm, event starts 7pm at the Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Spinning and Weaving: Mondays 9am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details visit catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Spirit of Waiheke Morning Tea: Share parenting experience while children play and friendships are formed. Wednesdays 10.30am-midday at The Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, 92 The Esplanade, Surfdale.
Storytime: Every Thursday from 10.45-11.10am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Table Tennis: Tuesday nights 7.30pm. All welcome. Morra Hall. Phone Mike on 022 648 3003. Sunday social table tennis at Onetangi Community Hall from 2-5pm. Call Hervé 020 409 1322.
Ladies Tennis: Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Onetangi Sports Park, 9.30am. Small groups and private lessons. Phone 021 880 020.
Tennis Club: Onetangi Sports Grounds. Sundays 9am-1pm, Wednesday 4pm-6pm, Friday 4-6pm. New members welcome.
Thula Mama singing for babies: Tea, conversation and singing with your baby. Every week from 9.15-10.45am at Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, Blake St, Surfdale. Come when you can.
Toastmasters: (every second Monday) 6.30pm at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Toy Library: Open fortnightly on Saturdays, from 9.30-11.30am. For details visit waiheketoylibrary.co.nz
Waka Ama Club: New members welcome. To join email wakaamawaiheke@gmail.com.
Wellness Wednesdays: Weekly pop-up health hub every Wednesday from 10.30am-2.30pm at Ostend Hall. Contact waihekePHA@gmail.com
Wiggle and Rhyme: Every Thursday from 10am-10.30am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Writers’ group: Thursdays 10am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details visit catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Yoga at Palm Beach Hall: Monday and Thursday 9am-10am, phone Robyn on 372 7278.
