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World class venues & events in Palmy

Central Energy Trust Arena and the Palmy Conference & Function Centre are leading multi-use sports and events facilities taking more than 3,300 bookings a year across both venues.

The Arena is home to 36 sporting codes and hosts a wide range of events year-round, boasting six Arenas. The Conference & Function Centre has a versatile range of function spaces available to accommodate a vast number of guests and attendees under one roof and in the heart of Palmy’s CBD.

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April 26, 2025
Saturday 26 April 12.30pm The Property Brokers Manawatu Jets are back on home court and ready to take flight against the Indian Panthers in a thrilling Sal’s NBL matchup you won’t want to miss! Be part of the energy, the...
April 28, 2025
Join our group of life savers on the next blood drive! Everyday people save lives. Give blood. Give Hope. Date 28 April Time 12.30pm – 5.30pm FREE Entry Please hydrate and bring original photo ID with you
May 1, 2025
Come along to an annual evening to showcase start-ups, technologies and cutting-edge innovations that are being worked on within the region. This event is set to give you a glimpse into the vibrant world of Manawatū’s Innovation ecosystem. Hear from some...
June 24, 2025
Embracing Tradition. Transforming the Future. Join us for: NZIFST Food Industry Awards Dinner, Exhibitor Networking, Student Poster Competition, 3 Minute Pitch Competition, Early Career Foodies’ Function. Date 24 + 26 June Register Now
May 17, 2025
Date: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 May (open 10am-4pm) The Palmy Women’s Lifestyle Expo is returning for 2025, bringing together 150 of the best lifestyle companies under one roof for the weekend of 17 and 18 May at Fly Palmy...
May 21, 2025
Meet the future of work in person. Our regional expos provide the opportunity to connect face to face with young people looking to make key decisions about their future career choices. Date 21 May Register Now
May 3, 2025
Adult Ministocks Saloons Stockcars Date 3 May
May 10, 2025
Stockcar King of the Arena – Finals + Manawatu Sprintcar Champs + Midget King of the Arena Fireworks, Minisprints, Sidecars, Stockcars, Super Saloons, Superstocks, Youth Ministocks Date 10 May
October 11, 2025
Palmy cocktail lovers and foodies – mark your calendars! ¡Salud! is hitting our Pit Lane 11 October — Palmy’s first and best food & spirits festival! Get ready for boutique distilleries, craft breweries, and top beverage producers, all in one...

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