August in Taranaki

August is here, and once again there are plenty of things going on around the region. Here are some of our picks, and some of the events you’ll hear Paul talking about on your Taranaki Day Show between 10 and 3 weekdays.

And make sure to listen each Thursday at 1.30 and Friday at 10.55 for The Hits List, updated for the weekend, thanks to Collective First National – Real People, Real Results.

If you have something to include on The Hits List – email [email protected]

* regular events listed below these one-off dated events
* all information is correct at time of publishing. To be used as a guide only. Check official venue and event pages for additional information and confirmations.

Events Calendar: updated Mon 27 July

WOMEN’S LIFESTYLE EXPO
Sat 1 & Sun2 Aug, 10a-5p / TSB Stadium / tix from $9
Over 100 of the best lifestyle companies under one roof! Featuring fashion, beauty, health, wellness, artisan goods, eco-products, gourmet food and beverages, and so much more, the expo will have something for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity for a girls’ day out, or to treat yourself to a leisurely day wandering between exhibitors. Come and say hi to The Hits team from 12 to 2pm and enter to win a $250 voucher to spend at Flutter Lash Extensions!

YARROWS TARANAKI BULLS IN THE HILUX NPC
Fri 7 Aug, 7.10pm / Stadium Taranaki / tix from Ticketek
It’s the first home game of the season, as we take on our neighbours from up the road in Waikato!

YES at THE SEASIDE MARKET
Sun 2 Aug, 10a-2p / Ngamotu Beach / FREE
Meet the next generation of entrepreneurs at The Seaside Market! Discover the creativity and innovation of The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) students. These talented Year 12 & 13 students from around the maunga have been busy turning their business ideas into reality — and now’s your chance to see (and shop!) their amazing products and services. Enjoy a day by the sea, support local, and be inspired by the entrepreneurs of tomorrow. Bad weather? No problem - if the market is cancelled, you'll still find these amazing YES businesses at the New Plymouth Club, 55 Gill Street, New Plymouth — same time, same great energy!

HĀWERA HAVOC
Sat 22 Aug, 6pm / Hawera memorial Community Hall / tix from eventfinda
Experience the hard-hitting, high-flying action of River City Pro Wrestling.  In 2025, Hāwera witnessed Tim Warren fall to Tyler Ernst's cunning, Dusty Bridges triumph over Ray Gunn, and hometown champ Jade Priest prove you can always come home again. Now, one year later, the stakes are higher, the rivalries are deeper, and the battles are more intense than ever. From heavy-hitting collisions to breath-taking aerial displays, RCP delivers championship-caliber entertainment that the whole whānau will love!

YARROWS TARANAKI BULLS IN THE HILUX NPC
Sat 29 Aug, 2.05pm / Stadium Taranaki / tix from Ticketek
It’s time to take on the mighty Cantabs – wear you club colours to this one as we celebrate Cleland’s Club Day!