Stargazing with Good Heavens
2026-01-11 21:30 - 23:00, 2026-01-25 21:30 - 23:00, 2026-02-08 21:30 - 23:00, 2026-03-08 21:00 - 22:30, 2026-03-22 20:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-05 20:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-19 19:30 - 21:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Medlands Beach, Oruawharo Bay, 0991, New Zealand
Did you know that Aotea Great Barrier is a Dark Sky Sanctuary? It is a fantastic place for stargazing!

The Good Heavens team offer seaside group stargazing experiences. Passionate and local Good Heavens guides will illuminate you on the magical display above and share astronomical facts and stellar stories. They bring a telescope, binoculars and good cheer. So lean back comfortably in a moon chair to look up and see the thousands of stars visible in a Dark Sky Sanctuary.

Other dates and private experiences available.
Cost: $65 child/$130 adult
Location is Medlands Beach, exact location tbc upon booking.
More info: https://goodheavens.co.nz/

Automatic 80’s Gig
2026-01-17 18:00 - 23:30 | Claris Sports Club, 19 Whangaparapara Road, Claris, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand
Automatic 80’s Gig
Live Music at the Claris Club.
Doors open 6pm onwards, tickets are available at Flicket

“A Peephole on Paradise”
2026-01-23 08:00 - 2026-02-10 17:00 | Aotea Arts & History Village, 80 Hector Sanderson Road, Claris, 0991
A Collaborative Exhibition by Peter Edmonds & Fenella Christian
@ the Aotea Arts & History Village Opening 23rd January 4pm to 6pm

Afterglow Festival 2026
2026-01-24 14:00 - 2026-01-25 00:00 | Claris Sports Club, 19 Whangaparapara Road, Claris, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand
Coming to Aotea, Great Barrier Island in 2026…..
✨ Afterglow! ✨
A brand new family friendly music festival bringing some of Aotearoa’s finest musical talent to the beautiful motu (island).
🎶 Saturday 24th January 2026 🎶
LINE UP:
Tiki Tanne
DJ Axis + MC Tiki
Black Comet
Lost Tribe Aotearoa
Floorplay
ADZ
Neski
Row-Z
Tickets on sale now from www.afterglowfestival.nz

Pot Luck Harvest Dinner
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Medlands Community Garden
Pot luck Harvest Dinner,
10 February from 6-8pm
Oruawharo Community Gardens or adjacent Church House if wet
Bring a plate to share including at least one locally produced ingredient.
For more info and to book a place, please contact Caity on foodres@anamata.nz or ph 0212127153

'Our Family'
2026-02-13 08:00 - 2026-03-10 17:00
A Collaborative Exhibition by The Jenner whanau
@ Aotea Arts & History Village, the exhibition runs from 13th February – 10th March 2026.

Valentine's Paint & Sip
2026-02-14 18:00 - 22:00 | Barrier Social Club
Valentine’s Day Paint & Sip
Looking for something fabulous to do this Valentines? Bring a friend, lover, or yourself.
Valentines Day
6pm @ Barrier Social Club
$5.00

Stargazing with Good Heavens
2026-02-22 21:00 - 22:30 | Medlands Beach, Oruawharo Bay, 0991, New Zealand
Did you know that Aotea Great Barrier is a Dark Sky Sanctuary? It is a fantastic place for stargazing! The Good Heavens team offer seaside group stargazing experiences. Passionate and local Good Heavens guides will illuminate you on the magical display above and share astronomical facts and stellar stories. They bring a telescope, binoculars and good cheer. So lean back comfortably in a moon chair to look up and see the thousands of stars visible in a Dark Sky Sanctuary.

Other dates and private experiences available.
Cost: $65 child/$130 adult
More info: https://goodheavens.co.nz/

Aotea Ecology Festival - Te Taiao Connect
2026-03-28 | Claris Conference Centre
Te Taiao Connect – Connecting the People, Land, Sea & Sky of Aotea.
With displays and demonstrations from local conservation groups and a selection of inspiring visiting and local guest speakers. More details to come.
When: Saturday 28th March 2026
Where: Great Barrier Island Sports Club, Claris
On behalf of Aotea Ecology Vision

Bird Aversion Training for Dogs - Free
2026-04-03 08:00 - 17:00
Bird Aversion Training provided by Auckland Council
Friday 3rd April (Easter Friday)
Bird Aversion Training is taking place on Aotea Friday 3rd April (Easter Friday) in Okiwi, Okupu, Medlands and Tryphena. Bird Aversion Training can minimise the threat of dogs injuring or killing native birds. Like people, some dogs learn faster than others…
You can teach an old dog new tricks – but it may take a little longer, so even if your
dog has had training before, we encourage you to put them through again this session.
Details: Sunday 2nd November
9 – 10 AM at Whangapoua Campground
10.30-11.30 PM at Okupu Beach
12-1.00 PM at Medlands Campground
1.30 – 2.30 PM at Sunken Rock Sailing Club, Puriri Bay

Roller Disco @ Port Fitzroy Reclamation
2026-04-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Port Fitzroy Reclamation
ROLLER DISCO EXTRAVAGANZA Friday 3rd April (Good Friday) 4pm till 8ish…(skates, blades, scooters & any small wheel variety!)

Music, Lights and lots of fun for the whole family. Disco outfits encouraged!! ….For skaters and spectators!

Koha entry
American Hotdogs available
Protective gear is recommended.
All ages event

A fundraiser for the upcoming Rarohara Port Fitzroy Sailing Club.

Port Fitzroy Boat Club Easter Weekend - Live Music
2026-04-03 16:00 - 23:00 | Port FitzRoy Boat Club
Port Fitzroy Boat Club are hosting a live music event from Tino Rangatira.
Opens 4pm on Friday 3rd April (Good Friday)
Kitchen from 5.30pm
Come and enjoy the amazing views, food & connections
Saturday is open from 4pm

Easter Market on Saturday 4th April
2026-04-04 | Claris Sports Club, 19 Whangaparapara Road, Claris, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand
Easter Market at Claris Club on Saturday 4th April.
Market Stalls open from 10am
Stalls & Food available
No Dogs Please

Wharf to Wharf Marathon & Fun Run
2026-10-03 | Kaitoke School
Wharf to Wharf Marathon & Fun Run
Saturday 3 October
Plan your island escape around one of Aotea Great Barrier Island’s most iconic events. The annual Wharf to Wharf Marathon and Fun Run brings together locals and visitors for an unforgettable journey across spectacular coastal roads and forest tracks.
Founded as a fundraiser for Kaitoke School, this much-loved event is often called the “world’s friendliest marathon” — a true celebration of community spirit, resilience and island hospitality.
Make a weekend of it, stay local, and experience Aotea at its very best.
www.wharf2wharf.com
Ticketing site: https://events.humanitix.com/wharf-to-wharf-2026
