Leigh News & Events

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.
Aug
27
Sun
Frances / Lee Duo
Aug 27 @ 5:00 pm

Chamber Ensemble – Violin & Piano

Sep
9
Sat
Ben Salter @ Sawmill Cafe
Sep 9 @ 9:30 pm

ACCLAIMED AUSTRALIAN SONGWRITER

Salter’s unique brand of esoteric existential antipodean indie folk, coupled with his remarkable voice, make for an unforgettable live experience.

*PRE-SALES $15: undertheradar.co.nz | MORE ON THE DOOR

Sep
10
Sun
NZ Trio
Sep 10 @ 5:00 pm

WITH GUEST VIOLINIST ANDREW BEER
A showcase of music from Spain, Argentina, Brazil, and beyond. Works by Ravel, Piazzolla, Cassado and Albeniz will be offered up alongside local New Zealand toe-tapping faves such as Claire Cowan and Alex Taylor.

Oct
1
Sun
Sunday Social with Roger Perry @ Sawmill Cafe
Oct 1 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

LOVING UP OUR SUNDAYS WITH SOME BEATS IN THE COURTYARD.

Come while away your afternoon, be a bit social, kids of all ages welcome.

Oct
6
Fri
Arthur Ahbez @ Sawmill Cafe
Oct 6 @ 9:30 pm

Arthur hits the road with the Flaming Ahbez celebrating the release of his new album Volume II.

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
9
Mon
LEIGH SCHOOL FUNDRAISER DISCO @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Oct 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

GAMES, PRIZES, BBQ RUN BY THE PTA

$5 DOOR CHARGE PER CHILD (UNDER 12’S ONLY) PARENTS FREE

Oct
13
Fri
Journeys by DJ @ Sawmill Cafe
Oct 13 @ 6:00 pm

Come along and be convivial and start your weekend easy with good tunes spun o the wheels of steel by Mr Roger Perry and his occasional guest. Likely to go late if everyone’s having a good time.

THE SYDNEY HOTSHOTS! @ Sawmill Cafe
Oct 13 @ 9:30 pm

LADIES NIGHT

Renowned for their high-powered dance routines, unique costumes and blend of sex appeal, humour, games and BIG personalities.
GET YOUR TICKETS AT THE BAR OR ON THE DOOR
ON STAGE: 9:30pm R18 | sydneyhotshots.com

Oct
14
Sat
Trouble at Mill @ Sawmill Cafe
Oct 14 @ 9:30 pm

grungy rock covers with the butchers / the grave dolls / the horribles

Oct
20
Fri
Ladi6 – THE ALPHA SESSIONS III @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Oct 20 @ 9:30 pm

WITH SILVA MC, JESSB & BAILEY WILEY

The Ladi6 crew take their studio set up on stage to improvise on new material and deconstruct catalogue classics

*PRE-SALES $42.50: www.ladi6.live | MORE ON THE DOOR

Oct
21
Sat
Ladi6 – THE ALPHA SESSIONS III @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Oct 21 @ 9:30 pm

WITH SILVA MC, JESSB & BAILEY WILEY

The Ladi6 crew take their studio set up on stage to improvise on new material and deconstruct catalogue classics

*PRE-SALES $42.50: www.ladi6.live | MORE ON THE DOOR

Oct
22
Sun
Leigh Preschool Country Gala @ Leigh Preschool
Oct 22 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

9am – 2pm

Leigh Central Open Day @ Leigh Central
Oct 22 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come and view the progress to date on our Function Rooms.

Our Courtyard Lounge is available now and the Seaview Room is available for bookings from December 2017.

Leigh Central - Courtyard Lounge for a celebration

Leigh Central – Courtyard Lounge for a celebration

 

White Chapel Jak @ Sawmill Cafe
Oct 22 @ 4:30 pm

An afternoon with white chapel jak, great musicians and super entertaining.

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
27
Fri
VAULT’S JAM @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Oct 27 @ 8:00 pm

MAHURANGI COLLEGE STUDENTS JAM NIGHT

Come see some great young local talent

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

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

 

Underwater Pumpkin Carving
Oct 28 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Goat Island Dive & Snorkel

Bring your spookiest fancy dress and test out your underwater pumpkin carving skills! (Certified Divers only)
***Prizes for Best Carved Pumpkin and Best Fancy Dress!!***
5pm at Goat Island Dive Centre if you’re hiring gear from us (half price gear hire if you sign up!)
6pm at the shop if you have everything but the pumpkin
$25 (Includes Guide, Pre-gutted pumpkin and Goat Island Specialty Collector’s Card!) Pay on the day.
If you would like to buy a knife for the occasion – a diver’s necessity! – just give us a call.
After the dive, come along to the shop for a Pot Luck BBQ tea. Bring a dish, collect your first Goat Island Specialty stamp, and we’ll hand out the prizes!
**Bookings essential to secure your pumpkin!**

Light Up Leigh

  • Scavenger Hunt & Face Painting (see events)
  • Night market at beautiful Leigh Central, so you can shop with stunning views of the ocean. Market from 4pm until 8pm.
  • Light Up Competition (see below)
  • Places to eat;
    – Leigh Bar: Light Up Leigh Special – Homemade soup, mulled wine and much more
    – Leigh Eats 
    – Amaranto Pasta and Cucina Food truck

For more information please email Michelle on 1805michelle@gmail.com

Leigh Midwinter Swim

at Matheson Bay

Sunday 23rd June 2019 – meet at 10:15am to take the plunge.

Leigh Midwinter Swim