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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 five swingin' soirees 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 the shadows of an elusive Electro Swing Speakeasy where the music sets the scene. Immerse yourself in the rhythm of Electro Swing, find the hidden entrance, gather outside the Daily Telegraph building and all will be revealed. Slip into a transformed world that’s equal parts speakeasy and part urban playground. Your ticket unlocks a tantalising bite-sized eat, bubbles on arrival, and a drink of your choice. Feast on gourmet street food from retro food trucks, hit the pop-up whisky bar, or sip a Dirty Martini in style. Rock your best 1920s-inspired look and get ready for a night of thrilling surprises. Additional drinks will be available for purchase as the night unfolds.

Roaring 20s Party

Napier War Memorial Conference Centre, Friday 14 February, 7.00pm-11.00pm
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During the Art Deco era, swing was the thing! Get ready for an evening of glitz, glamour, and roaring fun at The Roaring 20s Party! Start the night with complimentary bubbles and canapes on arrival. Later, enjoy a decadent dinner while the live swing band fills the room with lively tunes that will have you tapping your toes and itching to hit the dancefloor. Whether you’re a Charleston pro or simply love to sway to the rhythm, our spacious dancefloor is the perfect place to let loose! Dress to impress in your finest 1920s attire—think flapper dresses, pearls, and sharp suits—and get ready to enjoy an unforgettable night. Cash bar available.

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 on the guestlist! Step into Gatsby’s shoes, live out the extravagance, and let the good times roll at this unforgettable birthday bash! On arrival you will be welcomed with canapes and Fête Brut Cuvée to enjoy as you immerse yourself further into Gatsby’s world. Be dazzled by live music and be wowed by circus performers before indulging in a delectable grazing-style dinner. And remember, no birthday is complete without cake! You do not want to miss Art Deco’s most elaborate party! Cash bar available. Bus transfers available, at an additional cost.

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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A vibrant Parisian Garden party awaits, where bold colours, symmetry, and stylized geometric patterns evoke the groundbreaking elegance of the 1925 Paris World Fair. In celebration of the centenary of the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, this event pays tribute to the Art Deco movement that shaped global aesthetics. Enjoy a welcome glass of Mission Estate Fête Brut Cuvée as you immerse yourself in the spirit of Art Deco. Watch as the stunning grounds come alive with live music, lawn games, and the joyful buzz of summer, while delectable French canapés roll out over the afternoon. Grab your finest garden party attire, parasols and let the joie de vivre flow! Cash bar available. Bus transfers available at an additional cost.

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

Vintage Railcar Rides

Various locations, Saturday 15 - Sunday 15 February

Not a swingin' soiree in the strictest sense! But riding the rails in a vintage railcar will see you taking in the expansive views over Hawke’s Bay with the rhythmical sway of the carriage as it gently glides down the tracks. This beautiful railcar which entered New Zealand service in 1938 will take you on a trip down memory lane.

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