Things to do in the Bay

HIGHLIGHT The Te Matatini National Kapa Haka Festival is one of the many things to do this weekend in the Bay.

Hawke's Bay has plenty of activities and events for people of all ages to enjoy.
We list 14 of the best on offer this weekend.

1. Te Matatini National Kapa Haka Festival
Te Matatini is a significant cultural festival and the pinnacle event for Māori performing arts. Held every two years, it is one of the most highly anticipated events for performers, their whānau and the mass of passionate kapa haka fans throughout the world.
*Sports Park Hawke's Bay, Percival Rd, Hastings. Continuing today, from 8am to 7.30pm, before wrapping up tomorrow from 9am to 3.30pm. Tickets apply.
*Visit: http://www.tematatini.co.nz/festival/

2. 47th Annual Waiwhare Sports Day 2017
Waiwhare's ever popular, old-fashioned Sports Day is a great day out for the whole family, with something for everyone. Pony and Horse event, push-along bike, bicycle and motorbike events, and running races, as well as stalls and raffles plus much more will be on offer.
*Waiwhare Station, cnr of Taihape and River roads, Hastings. Today, 8.30am to 4pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/47th-annual-waiwhare-sports-day-2017/hastings

3. Black Barn Growers' Market
Open every Saturday of summer, the market has seasonal produce, freshly baked breads, locally roasted coffee, flowers, organic veges and more.
*Black Barn Vineyards, Black Barn Rd, Havelock North. Today, 9am to noon.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/black-barn-growers-market/havelock-north

4. Napier Urban Farmers' Market
Freshly roasted coffee, treats and local produce.
*Clive Square, Napier. Today, 9am to 1pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/napier-urban-farmers-market/napier

5. Seaweek - Keep Napier Beautiful
A children's event decorating reusable cloth bags at the National Aquarium. Aquarium admission fees apply.
*National Aquarium of New Zealand, 546 Marine Parade, Napier. Today, 10am to 3.30pm. Booking is required.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/seaweek6/napier

6. Seaweek - Estuary Walk
Take a one hour walk along the estuary pathway and learn about why the estuary is important and the unusual animals that live there. Meet at Embankment Road Carpark (opposite the Westshore Tavern).
*Westshore Beach Inn, 85 Meeanee Quay, Westshore, Napier. Today, 11am to 12pm. Admission is free but bookings do apply.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/seaweek/napier

7. Dewar Cup - Polo 2017
Come and watch the polo action at Elwood Park. Teams will be playing for the prestigious Dewar Cup. Entry is free for spectators and all are welcome. The finals will be held tomorrow.
*Ellwood Function Centre, 15 Otene Rd, Hastings. Continues today, before wrapping up tomorrow. 11am to 5pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/dewar-cup-polo-2017/hastings

8. Summer Sessions
Kick back among the vines, relax and listen to the chilled sounds of local talent while sipping boutique wines and beers. A great event for the whole family.
*Abbey Cellars Winery & Brewpub, 1769 Maraekakaho Rd, Hastings. Today, 12.30pm to 3.30pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2016/summer-sessions/hastings

9. Trinity Hill Garden Party With the Grove
Michael Dearth and Ben Bayly of the multi-award-winning Auckland restaurant The Grove, are back at the Trinity Hill Garden Party for a third year. Enjoy canapés on arrival followed by a three-course lunch crafted and served by these award-winning chefs. Transport available from Napier and Havelock North.
*Trinity Hill Winery, 2396 State Highway 50, Hastings. Today, 12.30pm to 4pm. Tickets apply.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/trinity-hill-garden-party-with-the-grove/hastings

10. Seaweek - Library Programme
Join Jake from the National Aquarium and discover more about what lives in the sea.
*Taradale Public Library, 26 White St, Taradale, Napier. Today, 2pm. Admission is free but booking is required.
*http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/seaweek2/napier

11. Jazz On the Village Green - Portrait of Jaco
Kiwi virtuoso bassist Dan Fulton pays homage to musical legend Jaco Pastorius. Fulton's ensemble is rounded out by the talents of Anton Wuts (sax/keys) and internationally renowned Will McClure (drums), plus surprise guests.
*Havelock North Village Green, cnr Napier Rd and Karanema Drive, Havelock North. Today, 4pm to 6pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/jazz-on-the-village-green-portrait-of-jaco/havelock-north

12. Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market
This market offers a diverse range of locally grown or artisan-produced products, including fruit and vegetables, freshly baked breads, meats, cheeses, preserves and sweet treats. You can also sit back and enjoy the live music.
*Hawke's Bay A & P Showgrounds, Kenilworth Rd, Hastings. Tomorrow, 8.30am to 12.30pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/hawkes-bay-farmers-market/hastings

13. Seaweek - Seawalls Mural Tour CBD Walk
Join Seawalls organiser Cinzah Merkins and aquarium educator Jake Brookie for a walk around the murals painted during Seawalls 2016. Find out more about the animals depicted and how these works of art were organised and made.
*Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, 16 Byron Street, Napier. Tomorrow, 2pm to 3pm. Admission is free but booking is required.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/seaweek4/napier

14. Summer In the Park - Marty's Juke Joint
Marty's Juke Joint brings together rock' n roll, jump blues, swing and a mixture of hep-cat Jive. Formed by double bass player Marty Forrer, the band features rhythm guitarist Ian Turbitt, Jackie Gibson on vocals, Richard Nicholson on electric guitar, and drummer Darryl Jones, along with Peter Charlton-Jones.
*Cornwall Park, Tomoana Rd, Hastings. Tomorrow, 3pm to 5pm.
*Visit: http://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/summer-in-the-park-martys-juke-joint/hastings