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Must-attend Napier Art Deco Festival events

Heading to the Art Deco Festival Napier in February? If you're wondering which events to go to, we've got you covered. Here are some swingin' soirees and free public events that you will want to tick off your Deco bucket list. 

Full programme and tickets here

Electro Swing Speakeasy

The Daily Telegraph Building, Friday 14 February, 6.00pm-10.00pm
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Step into a hidden Electro Swing Speakeasy at The Daily Telegraph Building for a night of music, gourmet street food, and retro cocktails. Enjoy bubbles on arrival, pop-up whisky bars, and a Dirty Martini in a stunning 1920s-inspired setting. Come dressed in your best vintage look for a night of thrills and surprises!

Gatsby's Birthday Party

Mission Estate Winery, Saturday 15 February, 7.00pm-11.00pm
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It’s Gatsby’s 100th birthday, and you’re invited to his extravagant celebration at Mission Estate Winery. Enjoy canapés, Fête Brut Cuvée, live music, circus performances, and a delectable dinner. Don’t miss out on Art Deco’s most elaborate party of the year, complete with birthday cake and unforgettable moments!

Bus Transfer $20pp return. Buses depart at 6.30pm from The Art Deco Centre, 7 Tennyson Street, Napier. Return Buses from 11.00pm onwards.

Fête Champêtre

Mission Estate Winery, Sunday 16 February, 12.30pm-4.00pm
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Step into a vibrant Parisian garden party at Mission Estate Winery, celebrating the elegance of the 1925 Paris World Fair. Enjoy a glass of Fête Brut Cuvée, live music, lawn games, and French canapés. Don your finest garden party attire and join us for an afternoon of style and joie de vivre!

Bus Transfer $20pp return. Buses depart at 12.00pm from outside the Hawkes Bay Club, 53 Browning Street, Napier. Return buses at 4.00pm.

Friday Night with the Royal New Zealand Navy

Napier Soundshell, Marine Parade, Friday 14 February, 6.30pm-9.00pm
FREE

Join us for the biggest concert of the festival at the Napier Soundshell, headlined by the Royal New Zealand Navy Band. Enjoy the classic hits of the 1920s-30s and kick off the festival weekend with a vibrant community celebration. After the concert, head into town for the party at Market Street!

 

Memorial Flying Displays

Friday 14 February 6pm
Saturday 15 February 12pm
Sunday 16 February 2pm

You will hear them before you see them! Watch the Warbirds Display Team take over the skies as they perform spectacular maneuvers across the sunny Hawke’s Bay sky. Best views are at Napier Soundshell, Emerson Street, over Marine Parade and at the Sunday Gatsby Picnic. Note: The times may vary from schedule due to wind / weather / air traffic conditions.