Downtown Carnival

City centre comes alive with jazz, blues and funk!

Due to the extreme weather this event has changed from the original programme. Please check the event details below:

Immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of New Zealand’s finest musicians, performing live in top-notch bars and restaurants in the Strand, Wharf Street, and Red Square.

Celebrate Easter with Aotearoa New Zealand’s top musicians, performing in the fine bars and restaurants in Downtown Tauranga.

Soak in the sounds of some of your favourite festival bands. Latin and world jazz from Radio Rebelde, Candombe-jazz from Uruguayan The Charruas, the irrepressible Miho’s Jazz Orchestra, funk it up with Lou’ana, classic swing from BOP’s own Jeremy Hantler and the Nature Boys, local blues favourites Kokomo, Wellington’s Funky Mama and so much more. Watch out for our full line up announcement.

Enjoy delicious food and beverages from the fine bars and restaurants, while immersing yourself in the festive carnival atmosphere.

Bring the family and enjoy the fabulous new waterfront playground. There is something for everyone to enjoy Downtown!