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2026 NPC - Bay of Plenty Steamers v Northland

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  1. Musicin 2 days

    Silk & Soul

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Silk & Soul is a premium live theatre experience featuring Jaedyn Randell, Naia and Makayla. A soulful evening of live music, storytelling and powerful vocal performances.

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  2. Musicin 1 week

    alayna - Set Her Free The Album Experience Tour 2026

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: This event is all ages, all patrons must hold a valid ticket for entry. alayna brings her Set Her Free tour home to Rotorua for one intimate night at Te Haumako, performing songs from her new album alongside earlier favourites in a tender, immersive show.

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  3. Sportsin 2 weeks

    2026 NPC - Bay of Plenty Steamers v Taranaki

    Rotorua International Stadium

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: Children under 5 years are permitted free providing they sit on their caregiver's lap. Gates Open: 2:30pm Curtain Raisers: 2x Secondary School Finals: 2:45pm Kick-off Game 1 4:45pm Kick-off Game 2 Steamers Vs Taranaki: 7:35pm Kick-off Conditions Of Entry: By purchasing a ticket, you agree to the venue conditions of entry. Please note bags will be subject to search. BYO alcohol is strictly prohibited. Rotorua International Stadium is a smoke and vape FREE venue.

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  4. Musicin 6 weeks

    Harcourts Dancing for Hospice

    Energy Events Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: All ages but children must be accompanied by an adult. Harcourts dancing for hospice is rotorua's premiere charity gala, bringing together more than 1,700 guests for an unforgettable Evening of glamour, entertainment and community spirt. Featuring local personality, spectacular dance performances, auctions, And fundraising activities, the event is a highlight of rotorua's social calendar while supporting local hospice care.

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  5. Musicin 2 weeks

    The Big Sing Upper North Island Cadenza - Day Sessions

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: Children aged 10 years and under will be admitted free of charge.

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  6. Musicin 2 weeks

    Running In The Shadows of Fleetwood Mac

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    RUNNING IN THE SHADOWS -- Australia's Premier Fleetwood Mac Tribute Embark on National Tour Australia's most celebrated Fleetwood Mac tribute, 'Running in the Shadows', are set to hit the road again, bringing the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac to audiences across the country.

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  7. Musicin 2 weeks

    The Big Sing Upper North Island Cadenza - Gala Concert

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket

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  8. Musicin 2 weeks

    Rolling in the Deep - Songs of Adele

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Please note: This event is recommended 6+ years.

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  9. Musicin 2 weeks

    Off Broadway

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Please note: Children 3 years and under will be permitted free providing they sit on their caregiver's lap.

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  10. Musicin 10 weeks

    Bjorn Again - ABBA Forever Tour

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket

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  11. Musicin 10 weeks

    Home Brew: Last Week AUS/NZ Tour

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket

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  12. Musicin 10 weeks

    Che Fu & The Kratez - 25 years of Navigator

    Sir Howard Morrison Centre

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: This event is all ages, all patrons must hold a valid ticket for entry.

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Trendiness is led by crowd size, then venue quality, ticket demand, category, and cross-source confirmation. We do not sell tickets, so the rank is honest.

What's on in Rotorua, at a glance

18 spots are on the Place to Be radar in Rotorua right now. The hottest is Bjorn Again - ABBA Forever Tour at Sir Howard Morrison Centre (rising, 60/100), followed by Home Brew: Last Week AUS/NZ Tour and Che Fu & The Kratez - 25 years of Navigator. The board leans music and sports, with 2 spots are on this weekend. Every spot is ranked 0 to 100 by how big the crowd is, and Place to Be does not sell tickets, so the order is honest.

16 music2 sports

Top spots right now

  1. 1Bjorn Again - ABBA Forever Tour 路 Sir Howard Morrison Centre 路 Wed 14 Oct60
  2. 2Home Brew: Last Week AUS/NZ Tour 路 Sir Howard Morrison Centre 路 Fri 16 Oct58
  3. 3Che Fu & The Kratez - 25 years of Navigator 路 Sir Howard Morrison Centre 路 Sat 17 Oct56
  4. 4The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond 路 Sir Howard Morrison Centre 路 Fri 13 Nov56
  5. 52026 NPC - Bay of Plenty Steamers v Northland 路 Rotorua International Stadium 路 Sat 8 Aug55
  6. 6The Big Sing Upper North Island Cadenza - Day Sessions 路 Sir Howard Morrison Centre 路 Tue 18 Aug55
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Frequently asked

What's on in Rotorua?

18 spots are on the Place to Be radar in Rotorua right now. The biggest are Bjorn Again - ABBA Forever Tour at Sir Howard Morrison Centre (60/100), Home Brew: Last Week AUS/NZ Tour at Sir Howard Morrison Centre (58/100), Che Fu & The Kratez - 25 years of Navigator at Sir Howard Morrison Centre (56/100).

What is the biggest event in Rotorua?

Bjorn Again - ABBA Forever Tour at Sir Howard Morrison Centre on Wed 14 Oct. It scores 60 out of 100 on the radar, the rising tier.

Is there anything on in Rotorua this weekend?

Yes. 2 spots are on this weekend in Rotorua, led by 2026 NPC - Bay of Plenty Steamers v Northland at Rotorua International Stadium.

What kinds of events does Place to Be track in Rotorua?

Right now the Rotorua board has 16 music, 2 sports. Everything from arena concerts and league matches to festivals, nightlife and free city moments is on one ranked radar.

How does Place to Be rank events?

Each spot is scored 0 to 100, led by how big the crowd is, then venue quality, ticket demand, category and whether more than one source lists it. Place to Be does not sell tickets, so the ranking is honest and never pay to play.

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