Things to Do This Weekend in New Plymouth

Your weekly guide to the best things to do this weekend in New Plymouth: what’s on, where to go and where to eat. It’s shaping up wet, so we’ve leaned this weekend’s picks towards indoor options. Here’s the plan for Friday 7 to Sunday 9 August.

This weekend’s weather

SunShowers15°10° 100%

Weather data: Open-Meteo

What’s on this weekend

FRI7

Bell Block Men’s GroupEvent

Bell Block LibraryA weekly get-together for local men at the Bell Block Library and Service Centre, 10:30am to 11:30am.

FRI7

Sushi Ninja’s 20th Anniversary Birthday BashEvent

Our PlaceThe New Plymouth eatery marks 20 years in business with a celebration at Our Place from 7:00pm.

FRI7

Food, Energy and Why You CrashWorkshops

New Plymouth Care CafeA lunchtime talk on nutrition and energy levels starting at 1:00pm.

SAT8

Fruit Tree Pruning Day WorkshopWorkshops

Korito GardensA hands-on winter pruning workshop at Korito Gardens beginning at 9:00am.

SUN9

Starting Your Whakapapa / Family History SearchWorkshops

Taranaki Research CentreAn introductory session on tracing family history using Puke Ariki’s research collections, 11:00am to 12:00pm.

FRI7

LEGO® FridaysFamily

Puke Ariki Discover It!Free-build LEGO sessions for children every Friday afternoon from 3:30pm to 5:00pm.

FRI7

Nurse Georgie Carroll: InfectiousComedy

Theatre Royal, TSB ShowplaceThe Australian nurse-turned-comedian brings her Infectious tour to the Theatre Royal at 7:30pm.

SAT8

GISH & ChipsComedy

The New Plymouth ClubA comedy night at The New Plymouth Club starting at 6:30pm.

SAT8

Hayley Sproull – Sproull on the ProwlComedy

Theatre Royal, TSB ShowplaceThe New Zealand comedian and TV host performs her latest solo show at 8:30pm.

SUN9

Alan Davies – Think Ahead TourComedy

TSB Theatre, TSB ShowplaceThe British comedian and QI panellist plays the TSB Theatre at 7:30pm.

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Things to do this weekend

Weather-matched things to do this weekend in New Plymouth: a wet one, so we’ve leaned towards museums, galleries and covered attractions.

Art Gallery

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery Len Lye Centre New Plymouth

Marvel at the boundary-pushing contemporary art at Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, where each visit reveals unexpected treasures waiting to be discovered.

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Library

Puke Ariki New Plymouth: Museum, Library and Cultural Hub

Learn about Taranaki's rich heritage at Puke Ariki, where history and culture come alive—discover what hidden treasures await you inside.

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Museum

Fun Ho! National Toy Museum Inglewood: Nostalgic Toys Near New Plymouth

Discover a treasure trove of nostalgic toys at the Fun Ho! National Toy Museum, where childhood memories await your exploration!

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Arts

TSB Showplace New Plymouth: Theatre, Events and History

Uncover the magic of TSB Showplace, New Plymouth's premier venue for arts and entertainment; discover its vibrant events and unique spaces waiting for you.

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Heritage

Tawhiti Museum Hāwera: Immersive Taranaki History Day Trip

You'll be captivated by Taranaki's rich history at Tawhiti Museum, where unique exhibits and interactive experiences await your discovery. What secrets will you uncover?

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Art Gallery

Kina NZ Design + Art Space New Plymouth: Local Art and Design

The heart of New Plymouth beats at Kina NZ Design + Art Space, where local creativity awaits your discovery. Explore the vibrant world of Kiwi artistry!

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Library

Mobile Library New Plymouth: Suspended Service and Alternatives

With convenient access to books and free Wi-Fi, discover how New Plymouth's mobile library transforms communities in unexpected ways.

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Museum

Aotea Utanganui Museum Pātea: Taranaki History and Culture

Uncover the captivating stories of South Taranaki at Aotea Utanganui Museum, where each exhibit invites you to delve deeper into the region's rich heritage.

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Sunrise and sunset this weekend

A wet one this weekend, so it’s not the weekend for chasing sunrises or sunsets. We’ll point you to New Plymouth’s best spots when the skies clear.

Keep exploring New Plymouth

Two more ways to make the most of your time in New Plymouth. Tap through below.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do this weekend in New Plymouth?

This weekend in New Plymouth you can pick from weather-matched things to do, the events on this weekend, and the best spots to eat, all rounded up on this page and updated live from the forecast.

What’s on this weekend in New Plymouth?

The “What’s on this weekend” section above lists this weekend’s events in New Plymouth, concerts, markets, theatre and more, each with its date and venue.

What can I do this weekend in New Plymouth if it’s raining?

On wet weekends we lean the picks towards indoor options in New Plymouth such as museums, galleries and covered attractions. The weather block at the top shows the weekend forecast so you can plan around it.

Are there markets this weekend in New Plymouth?

Any markets running this weekend in New Plymouth show up in the events section above, tagged so they’re easy to find alongside the weekend’s other happenings.

Are there free things to do this weekend in New Plymouth?

Often, yes. Many of New Plymouth’s museums, galleries, parks and markets are free to enter, and the free picks are highlighted in each weekend’s round-up.

What can families do this weekend in New Plymouth?

For families this weekend, look to New Plymouth’s playgrounds, beaches and daytime community events, and the weekend picks call out the family-friendly options.

How often is the New Plymouth weekend guide updated?

Every Friday morning. We rebuild the guide each week for the coming Friday to Sunday, with the latest events, weather-matched things to do, and current picks for eating out.