Events

Upcoming Events in Devonport | Te Hau Kapua

  • Father’s Day – Shout Dad a Grand

    August-September

    We’re giving away $1,000 to spend in Devonport Village this Father’s Day.

    How to enter:

    1. Follow @devonportvillage on Instagram or Facebook

    2. Tag a mate, dad, or local legend (each tag = 1 entry)

    3. Share to your stories for a bonus entry

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  • Devonport Spring Clean

    Saturday 6 September

    The DBA is partnering with Ventia to refresh our shared green areas this spring.

    Expect weeding, replanting, and fresh blooms in key spots around the village.

    Keep an eye out for before-and-after shots as we get Devonport looking its best for spring — and ready to welcome visitors for the busy season ahead.

  • Gintastic at Windsor Reserve

    Saturday 8 November | 12pm-6pm

    Soak up the sunshine, sea breeze, and serious flavour at this boutique gin festival by the sea.

    Enjoy New Zealand’s finest craft gins, delicious food, and live music in a laid-back coastal setting.

    Whether you’re a gin lover or just in it for the fun, it’s your kind of day out.​

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  • Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2025 – Te Hau Kapua

    Celebrate te reo Māori in Devonport this Mahuru!
    Join us in Te Hau Kapua – Devonport – for a week of performances, exhibitions, waiata and kōrero. From kapa haka to community art and song, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we honour and celebrate te reo Māori together.

    Haka Up & Tamariki Waiata

    📅 Monday 15 September
    📍 Windsor Reserve & Devonport Community House
    Kick off the week with a community haka at Windsor Reserve, followed by waiata with tamariki.

    Kapa Haka

    📅 Tuesday 16 September
    📍 Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
    Experience the energy and beauty of kapa haka in a stunning setting by the sea.

    Reo Māori Art Exhibition

    📅 Wednesday 17 September
    📍 Te Whare Rōhi / The Rose Centre, 4 School Rd, Belmont
    Discover artworks that celebrate and uplift te reo Māori in this special exhibition.

    Waiata with Matua Tameana

    📅 Thursday 18 September
    📍 Pātaka Kōrero Te Hau Kapua / Devonport Library
    An afternoon of waiata and connection with Matua Tameana at the library.

    Kōrero Mai ki RTH

    📅 Friday 19 September
    📍 Ngau-te-Ringarīnga Community Nursery, 27A Lake Road
    Gather with whānau and friends to wrap up the week with kōrero and community.

    Nominate a Reo Māori Hero!

    Celebrate the champions of te reo in our community.
    As part of Mahuru Māori, nominate someone who inspires you to learn, practice and speak te reo Māori. They don’t need to be fluent – just someone who motivates you or makes kōrero fun and achievable.

    📍 Collect and return forms at Devonport Community House or The Rose Centre
    ⏰ Nominations close 5pm, Tuesday 30 September

  • NZ Sculpture OnShore

    Saturday 8 November – Sunday 23 November (closed Mondays) 10am – 5pm

    NZ’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition returns to Ōperetu Fort Takapuna. Explore over 120 striking works by leading and emerging artists, set against sweeping views of Rangitoto and the Hauraki Gulf.

    All artworks are for sale, with proceeds supporting Women’s Refuge NZ — more than $2.6 million raised to date.

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  • Devonport Christmas Festival

    Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th December 2025

    This year, we’re unwrapping a whole new festive experience! The Devonport Christmas Festival is bigger and more special than ever, with an entire weekend of magic.

    Saturday 6 December - Jingle In The Park

    Sunday 7 December - Santa Parade, Dance In The Park + Markets.

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Previous events

The Devonport Business Association is here to support and strengthen our local business community. Below is a selection of recent events and initiatives we’ve led or supported – all designed to drive foot traffic, boost visibility, and create meaningful connections between businesses and the wider community.

Matariki Star Trail 2025

In June and July, the Devonport Business Association celebrated Matariki with a village-wide Star Trail. Maps were available from the Devonport Library and Community House, and locals explored shops to find all nine Matariki whetū (stars) displayed in windows. Each star’s meaning was shared, and participants went in the draw to win a $200 Prezzy Card.

The village was also lit up with lanterns and LED lights to mark the season. Entries closed Sunday 30 June.

Art Battle Devonport – A Creative First for the Village

On Thursday 1 May, the Devonport Ferry Terminal transformed into a buzzing hub of live creativity as we hosted Devonport’s first-ever Art Battle – proudly supported by the Devonport Business Association.

Over 300 people attended throughout the evening, enjoying three fast-paced rounds of live painting where 12 artists battled it out on canvas. With the crowd voting live from their phones, the energy was high, the competition fierce, and the creativity unstoppable.

This free, all-ages, community-sponsored event brought together locals and visitors for a vibrant night of art, music, giveaways, and great vibes. All artwork was sold in a silent auction, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the artists – a meaningful way to support Aotearoa’s creative talent.

Art Battle Devonport was part of First Thursdays Devonport, a monthly late-night celebration of creativity throughout the village, featuring galleries, exhibitions, live music, and more.

It was an unforgettable night for the Devonport community – and just the beginning of what’s to come.