Leigh News & Events

Jun
30
Fri
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Jun 30 all-day
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Jul
31
Mon
Chris Priestley
Jul 31 @ 7:00 pm

 

This month’s guest is the legendary Chris Priestley. Chris is well known for co-founding Real Groovy Records, and a number of popular musical venue cafes in the Auckland area.  His albums Unsung Heroes and Rogue have gained critical acclaim, these songs bring characters from New Zealand history to life. Chris will be joined by Cameron Bennet, Nigel Gavin and Claire Robertson.
Aug
10
Thu
Dr John Egenes
Aug 10 @ 7:00 pm

Dr. John Egenes will play a full concert at Whangateau Hall.  Originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, John is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, songwriter, saddlemaker, author and senior lecturer of contemporary music at Otago University. John spent decades on the American folk scene, as a session musician for countless artists. John stumbles through this life making mistake after mistake. His motto is, “You don’t learn anything from your successes…”

Aug
26
Sat
Matakana Weekend Market
Aug 26 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Monthly in winter, fortnightly in summer
A little bit of vintage and so much more!  Antiques, collectables, jewellery, produce, hand made clothing, perfume, dog coats, wheat bags, candles and upcycled furniture.

For further information visit our Facebook page
 or contact Jacky 09 4229221 or 0278565656.
Oct
8
Sun
Matakana Oyster & Wine Festival @ Matakana Country Park
Oct 8 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Local oyster farmers, local wines and beers, other seafood & cuisine, shucking competition, cuisine & wine demonstrations, face painting, craft table. Live music from the Rubics and more.

Oct
26
Thu
DOITS GALLERY @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Oct 26 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Labratta Netana Music & Art Festival

The Labratta Netana Music & Art Festival

Join us on Thursday 26 October for the grand opening of the DOITS Gallery; in commemoration to some of New Zealand’s finest wood & stone carving artists and their artwork. The gallery provides the opportunity to showcase the work of participating artists, as part of the lead-up to the Labratta Netana Music & Art Festival, opening in late November (27th Nov – 9th Dec) at Leigh Sawmill Reserve.

This is a family event, with free admission, open to the general public.

Oct
28
Sat
Kowhai Festival Huge Day Out
Oct 28 @ 10:00 am

Heaps on so check out the website www.kowhaifestival.co.nz

 

Nov
3
Fri
Albi and the Wolves @ Whangateau Hall
Nov 3 @ 7:30 pm

Full Concert

Tickets available at the door.

Nov
21
Tue
Whangateau Community Market day @ Whangateau Hall
Nov 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

whangateau market dayBuy, sell or swap. Or just come along for a cuppa with the neighbours. All welcome.

Feb
5
Mon
SONOROUS @ Matakana Country Park
Feb 5 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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giving out or capable of giving out a sound, especially a deep, resonant sound

A boutique, 2 stage indoor/outdoor festival

First line-up announcement…

HERNAN CATTANEO
JAMES ZABIELA
DAVE SEAMAN
GUY MANTZUR
DICK JOHNSON

Sonorous is a scenic and boutique festival adventure, filled with pure house and techno, featuring multiple international heavyweights.

Mar
31
Sat
SHAPESHIFTER @ Matakana Country Park
Mar 31 @ 4:00 pm

with Kora, Ladi6, Mr Carmack and Sunshine Sound

Jun
17
Sun
Leigh Community Mid Winter Swim @ Matheson Bay
Jun 17 @ 10:15 am

Meet at Matheson Bay at 10.15am to take the plunge!

Sylvias Coffee Cart  will be there with hot drinks and the Leigh Tennis Club with a sausage sizzle for swimmers and spectators. (weather permitting)

Come and support your locals, keep fit and healthy and have loads of fun.

Swim will be on come rain or shine!

Sep
3
Mon
QUIZ NIGHT @ Leigh Bar
Sep 3 @ 6:30 pm

$5 per person – create your own team.

Monday night is also $15 steak night.

Book a table by contacting Richard at the Leigh Bar or on 021 041 9242 or richard.ostmo.scott@gmail.com

Nov
3
Sat
HALLOWEEN NIGHT PARTY @ Leigh Bar.
Nov 3 @ 9:00 pm

Getting ready for Halloween? So are we. Drinks, Food and NO DOOR CHARGE!
Come join us for some great music and excellent spooky bar concoctions!

Nov
20
Tue
Whangateau Community Market @ Whangateau Hall
Nov 20 @ 9:00 am

Community Market

  • 3rd Tuesday of the month
  • Bring/Buy/Sell/Exchange
  • Friendly community get together, Tea/Coffee
  • Contact Audrey Sharp, 09 422 6209, am.sharp56@gmail.com
Nov
21
Wed
Fashion Parade @ Warkworth Bowling Club
Nov 21 @ 6:30 pm
Dec
18
Tue
Whangateau Community Market @ Whangateau Hall
Dec 18 @ 9:00 am

Community Market

  • 3rd Tuesday of the month
  • Bring/Buy/Sell/Exchange
  • Friendly community get together, Tea/Coffee
  • Contact Audrey Sharp, 09 422 6209, am.sharp56@gmail.com
Jan
5
Sat
Extravaganza Fair @ Matakana Country Park
Jan 5 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jan
6
Sun
Extravaganza Fair @ Matakana Country Park
Jan 6 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Co Housing for Leigh

Learn about this successful community model.

Friday 22nd July 2022

7 – 9 pm at Leigh Hall

Entry by gold coin koha

Enquiries to amanda.garland@gmail.co