Things to Do This Weekend in Taupō

Your weekly guide to the best things to do this weekend in Taupō: what’s on, where to go and where to eat. It’s shaping up wet, so we’ve leaned this weekend’s picks towards indoor options. Here’s the plan for Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July.

Updated live from the forecast. Pop back closer to the weekend for the sharpest read.

This weekend’s weather

FriDrizzle11°7° 100%

SatShowers8°5° 100%

SunShowers7°2° 73%

Weather data: Open-Meteo

What’s on this weekend

SAT25

Community Marketplace & Garden ExchangeMarkets

Waipahihi HallA free community market from 10am–2pm with garden produce, secondhand bargains and upcycled finds to shop, swap or sell.

ALLWKND

Maiea /// To SurfaceArts

Taupō MuseumToi Tūwharetoa's Puanga|Matariki exhibition brings together contemporary works by eleven Ngāti Tūwharetoa artists, open daily 10am–4.30pm.

FRI24

Roller Skating DiscoFamily

Skatescool TaupōAll-ages roller disco with music, lights and limbo competitions — Friday 6.30pm and Saturday 4pm sessions, $12 entry with skate hire available.

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Things to do this weekend

Weather-matched things to do this weekend in Taupō: a wet one, so we’ve leaned towards museums, galleries and covered attractions.

Heritage

Wairakei Terraces Taupō: Geothermal Pools and Silica Terraces

Get ready to unwind in healing thermal waters and explore unique spa treatments, but there's so much more to discover at Wairakei Terraces!

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Library

Taupō Library: Free WiFi, Resources and Community Hub

At Taupō Library, discover a vibrant community hub with resources and programs that inspire learning, but there's so much more waiting for you to explore!

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Museum

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery: Volcanic History and Māori Taonga

Learn about the fascinating history and art of Taupō, where vibrant exhibits and community initiatives await to reveal untold stories.

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Library

Mangakino Library Taupō: Hours, Services and Township Info

Have you discovered the treasures waiting for you at Mangakino Library, where reading and learning come alive in your community? There's so much more to uncover!

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Sunrise and sunset this weekend

A wet one this weekend, so it’s not the weekend for chasing sunrises or sunsets. We’ll point you to Taupō’s best spots when the skies clear.

Keep exploring Taupō

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do this weekend in Taupō?

This weekend in Taupō you can pick from weather-matched things to do, the events on this weekend, and the best spots to eat, all rounded up on this page and updated live from the forecast.

What’s on this weekend in Taupō?

The “What’s on this weekend” section above lists this weekend’s events in Taupō, concerts, markets, theatre and more, each with its date and venue.

What can I do this weekend in Taupō if it’s raining?

On wet weekends we lean the picks towards indoor options in Taupō such as museums, galleries and covered attractions. The weather block at the top shows the weekend forecast so you can plan around it.

Are there markets this weekend in Taupō?

Any markets running this weekend in Taupō show up in the events section above, tagged so they’re easy to find alongside the weekend’s other happenings.

Are there free things to do this weekend in Taupō?

Often, yes. Many of Taupō’s museums, galleries, parks and markets are free to enter, and the free picks are highlighted in each weekend’s round-up.

What can families do this weekend in Taupō?

For families this weekend, look to Taupō’s playgrounds, beaches and daytime community events, and the weekend picks call out the family-friendly options.

How often is the Taupō weekend guide updated?

Every Friday morning. We rebuild the guide each week for the coming Friday to Sunday, with the latest events, weather-matched things to do, and current picks for eating out.