Following a competitive procurement process, Eventfinda has been selected to provide ticketing services for the Central Energy Trust Arena and the Palmy Conference + Function Centre. The decision reflects a strategic shift by Palmy Venues + Events and the Palmerston North City Council to deliver a more flexible and transparent ticketing experience. 

“We were impressed by Eventfinda’s deep understanding of council requirements, their technical capabilities, and their commitment to working collaboratively with our events community,” said John Lynch, Manager Venues + Events. “Their platform will significantly improve the ticketing experience for our eventgoers, while providing our team and event organisers with the control, data and support we need.” 

Trusted across Aotearoa 

Eventfinda is already the ticketing partner of choice for a growing number of local councils and public venues across New Zealand. Their platform is purpose-built to meet the evolving needs of local government – with proven security standards, financial transparency and user-friendly self-service tools. 

Benefits of the Partnership 

This new partnership brings several key benefits to both event organisers and attendees, including: 

• Real-time reporting and financial transparency 

• Proven cyber security and data protection standards 

• Dedicated trust account for all ticket funds 

• Seamless integration and self-service tools 

• Responsive New-Zealand based customer and promoter support 

Supporting Community and Commercial Success 

Palmy Venues + Events hosts over 3,000 bookings each year across a wide range of activities – from grassroots sport and local celebrations to large-scale conferences and concerts. This move is part of Palmerston North City Council’s broader commitment to enhancing event delivery and ensuring community and commercial success. 

We’re excited to work alongside Eventfinda and look forward to making the most of this new partnership to enhance event experiences in Palmy. 

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With three premier venues, a dedicated team and a reputation for delivering high-quality experiences, it’s time to consider Palmy Venues for your next conference or business gathering. 

Our venues are built to make your event stand out 

Need big and bold?  
Central Energy Trust Arena (Arena) is one of New Zealand’s most versatile conference and events venues. From trade shows and industry expos to banquets and gala dinners, Arena can be configured to suit your needs. With on-site catering, modern AV facilities and seamless support from our experienced team, you’ll have everything you need under one roof. 

Prefer a sleek, purpose-built space in the heart of the CBD?  
The Palmy Conference + Function Centre is ideal for conferences, award dinners, corporate meetings, multi-day events and everything in between. With flexible room layouts, breakout spaces and an elegant central setting, we ensure your meeting – big or small – runs smoothly.  

Perhaps a peaceful historic venue with exquisite gardens? 

Caccia Birch House is a historic building located alongside the Manawatu Lagoon. With beautiful manicured gardens and a peaceful environment, it is a perfect retreat for events where you want to focus on your meetings without the distraction of city life at the front door.  

You bring the people. We’ll do the rest 
Every event at Palmy Venues + Events comes with a dedicated event coordinator – at no extra cost. Our coordinators take the pressure off busy organisers, helping with everything from creating floor plans to liasing with caterers and AV technicians. Whether you’re planning your first event or your fiftieth, we’ll make it feel easy so you can focus on what really matters.  

You focus on the content. We’ll take care of the details. 

Easy to get to and even easier to enjoy 
Palmy is perfectly positioned in the centre of the North Island, making it the ideal meeting placve for delegates from all corners of the country. Our compact city means minimal travel between venues, accommodation, restaurants and attractions – making your event run smoother and ensuring the satisfaction of your guests. 

There’s something for everyone in Palmy 
After a productive day, your attendees can enjoy a slice of local life: grab pizza at Tonys for dinner, unwind with a beer or wine at Brew Union, take a riverside stroll along our scenic walkways or explore local stories and art at Te Manawa Museum..  

No matter who you are or what you do, we’ve got the venue for you.  

Let’s start planning your next event

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New Years in the Square 

We welcomed 2025 in style with 8,000 people gathering at Te Marae o Hine – The Square for a night of celebration. The event included performances from Lost Tribe Aotearoa and Lenny Pearce for a toddler rave DJ set. We celebrated with fireworks, a silent disco and a kids’ science zone. A live event screen even featured real-time messages from attendees, adding a personal touch to the night. 

Lunar New Year 

2,500 people joined us to celebrate the Lunar New Year, enjoying captivating cultural performances and a diverse array of traditional cuisine. One of the most important holidays celebrated in East and Southeast Asia, it was a colourful tribute to our multicultural community. 

Waitangi Day 

Palmy again commemorated Waitangi Day at Te Marae o Hine, in collaboration with Rangitanē o Manawatū. The event attracted 2,500 people and featured a showcase of local talent, headlined by the Tuari Brothers. A beautiful day of reflection, unity and culture. 

Festival of Cultures 

A celebration of diversity like no other. From 21-23 February, more than 15,000 attendees joined us for the iconic Festival of Cultures. The weekend kicked off with the Multicultural Carnival Parade, followed by Saturday’s World Food, Craft, and Music Fair, both at Te Marae o Hine. The celebration wrapped up on Sunday with the always-popular Teas and Coffees of the World at Caccia Birch House.  

It was amazing to see so much involvement from the community, showcasing Palmy’s reputation as the most regionally diverse city in Aotearoa. A massive thanks to the Manawatū Multicultural Society for their continued partnership. 

Esplanade Day 

Victoria Esplanade came alive on 2 March as over 16,000 people flocked in for a sunny day full of family-friendly fun. With entertainment from Fairy Cat and Friends, Andrew Wilson Magician, DanceWorks, Palmerston North Knights and much more, attendees were spoilt for choice at the biggest family day on the Palmy calendar. 

ENZED Superstock Team Champs 

Palmy’s biggest weekend of motorsport roared to life with 16,000 fans packing in each night at Central Energy Trust Arena. It was another thrilling edition of this iconic event. 

Volleyball Nationals + Beats and Bites 

Palmy welcomed 200 teams and over 2,500 competitors and officials for the NZ School Volleyball Championships in March. With an estimated $4.2 million economic benefit to the region, the city was buzzing with activity. We also hosted the Beats and Bites event at Te Marae o Hine to welcome all competitors, staff and their whānau into the city. 

Festival of Colours 

On Friday 21 March, Te Marae o Hine was transformed into a kaleidoscope of colour as 2,000 attendees celebrated the Festival of Colours. The holi-inspired event was a hit with all who came down to share joy, throw some paint, and enjoy the tunes from Dj Dfresh. 

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In celebration of this exciting event, the city is offering a chance for one lucky winner and a friend to experience a luxurious weekend getaway, right in the heart of Palmy.

This incredible prize package includes:

• Three-night stay at the luxury Hiwinui Country Estate (Check-in 13 September, check-out 16 September)
• Exclusive courtside hospitality for the Saturday and Sunday Davis Cup matches
• Meet and greet with the international tennis teams competing in the tournament
• $200 dining voucher for a top Palmy restaurant
• Round-trip flights for two to Palmerston North

Entries are now closed.

More about the Davis Cup fixture – New Zealand vs Luxembourg

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It wasn’t quite the weather we ordered today, so tonight’s qualifying will continue tomorrow Sunday 4 February.

Tickets for today’s event will now become valid for Sunday 4 February.

Tickets originally purchased for Sunday 4 February will now become valid for Monday 5 February only.

If you have disposed of your ticket for tonight’s event, please visit our ticket booth located at Gate 2 on Cuba Street so that we can locate your transaction and re-issue you your ticket for Sunday’s rescheduled event. This ticket booth will be open from 10.00am tomorrow. If possible, please bring a copy of your ticket purchase confirmation email and photo ID.

If you had booked reserved seating, this remains unchanged. The Grand Parade will commence at 6.00pm tomorrow as originally planned, with racing beginning following the conclusion of the Grand Parade.

We’ll see you all back here tomorrow!

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We’ve put together some key event information that you may find useful if you’re attending this weekend.

Tickets

Saturday & Sunday at 10:00am – Gate 2 ticket booth located on Cuba Street will be open for ticket sales and ticket pick-ups. If you’re picking up your tickets before the weekend, these can be collected from our office located on the ground floor of the Grandstand building during office hours. Entry for access to our office is via Gate 1 on Waldegrave Street. Make sure you bring along a valid ID or a copy of your ticket purchase confirmation email to collect your tickets.

If you plan to purchase a ticket on the event day, this can only be done at Gate 2 and Gate 3, and the back-fields entry to the venue. 

Pre-purchased ticket holders can enter through any of our entry points.  

If your tickets are on your phone, make sure your setting is on light mode and your screen brightness is turned up. This helps us scan tickets quicker and keeps queues moving.

Please make sure everyone in your group is holding their own ticket. 

Parking

The only option for onsite premium car parking is off Pascal Street, Gate 4 entrance. This parking is limited and is available on a first-in, first-served basis. $20 per car and the gates open at 2pm for this, both days.

Free Street parking is available around the perimeter of the Railway Land (Church & Main Street) on a first in first-in-first-served basis. 

There is limited mobility parking available onsite. Parks are available on a first-in-first-served basis and are located on the fields behind the grandstand. Entry is via Gate 5 on Pascal Street and is open from 2.00pm each event day. These mobility parking spaces are free of charge. A valid mobility permit must be presented upon arrival and must always be displayed clearly in your vehicle.

Camping will be available on our back fields from 10:00am, Friday 2 February. Access is via Gate 5 on Pascal Street and campsites are available on a first-in, first-served basis. 

Key timings

Teams Scrutineering, Saturday 3 February from 12:30pm – 3:00pm. Head down to The Square for your chance to view the racing vehicles and this year’s competing teams! 

Saturday & Sunday at 3:00pm – GATES OPEN! 

Drivers signings will be available in the Barber Hall from 3:45pm on Saturday. Come along to meet your favourite teams

Corporate hospitality opens 4:30pm

Grandstand seating opens 4:30pm

Public bars open 5:30pm  

The Grand Parade will start at 6:00pm on both event days, with racing beginning after the Grand Parade. 

Please note

Food and beverages will be available to purchase at the venue. Click to view the event map below for our food and beverage locations.

Sealed non-alcoholic beverages (no glass) up to 500ml or water up to 1.5Lt. are permitted. Water bottle refill stations are also available in the Cuba Street food court and on Level 1 of the Grandstand.

Commercially prepared food is not allowed inside the venue, this includes the likes of Domino’s, KFC and McDonald’s. 

Home-prepared food (not commercially prepared) is permitted in the venue, including sandwiches, baking, salads and fruit. 

There are no cash-out facilities at the venue. You will find some ATMs in the city centre, including the Plaza Shopping Centre.

Smoking and vaping is permitted in designated areas only. These locations are at the rear of the south stand, at the bottom of the stairwell and at the blue picnic table at the rear of the main grandstand building.

Bag searches will be conducted upon entry to the venue & prohibited items will be confiscated. View the conditions of entry here

Prohibited items include alcohol, megaphones, pushchairs and hi-vis clothing. 

Any person who is, or appears to be, intoxicated will not be permitted entry to the venue. 

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World champion Silver Ferns suit up

The world champion Silver Ferns will suit up against three New Zealand teams in the four-day Cadbury Netball Series from Wednesday 21 October through to Saturday 24 October. The Ferns will take on the New Zealand Men, an NZ A side and the New Zealand Under 21s.

The New Zealand Men’s Team provided a great matchup for the Silver Ferns last year and brought an exciting element to the game with their dynamic style. The whole Silver Ferns Squad will be in action during the series, including such names as Karin Burger, Gina Crampton, Ameliaranne Ekenasio, Bailey Mes, Katrina Rore, Shannon Saunders, Te Paea Selby-Rickit and Jane Watson, who were all part of the 2019 Netball World Cup-winning squad.

Doors will open 5pm each day followed by the first game at 6pm and the second game at 8pm. Head to the Ticketek for game and ticket information.

Venues Palmerston North Manager John Lynch said it is a real coup to see such top-calibre netball talent on show in the city. “This is an opportunity for our developing netball talent and sports fans to see big names in New Zealand netball live on court. We can expect to see vigorous competition, especially when the women pit their skills against the New Zealand Men’s side.”

• Cadbury Netball Series

Women’s Lifestyle Expo 2020

Head to the B&M Centre (Arena 4) on the Saturday and Sunday of Labour Weekend (24-25 October) to take in one of Manawatu’s largest events.

The Women’s Lifestyle Expo 2020 hosts about 140 companies, showcasing everything from gourmet food and beverages to jewellery, fashion, makeup/beauty products, homeware, art and more. You can also learn about areas such as fitness, business and travel. “The Taste and Artisan Craft zones are always popular, not to mention the goodie bags offered,” Lynch says.

Entry to the event is $10, with under 12s free. More information is available on Facebook, including about discount deals and competitions shared before the show.

• Women’s Lifestyle Expo event details
• Women’s Lifestyle Expo on Facebook

Speedway season opens

The 2020-21 season at the Robertson Motors International Speedway starts its engines at the Central Energy Trust Arena on October 24, with the Grand Opening including the Lucas Oil Superstock Series and Quin Buildings Super Saloon Series.

Speedway fans will see work progressing towards the new pits and entrance plaza, which will enhance the Central Energy Trust Arena facilities for the city’s speedway enthusiasts. For the first few events for the speedway season, the Waldegrave Street car park will be temporarily used for speedway pits. Within a few speedway events, the fantastic new pit facilities will be available to speedway drivers and for public activity use, Lynch says.

The toilet block is not programmed to be completed until the New Year, along with the entrance. For the first few speedway events of 2020, alternative public facilities, including food and beverage service and toilets, is being set up.

• Robertson Holden International Speedway Grand Opening

Coming to speedway? Here’s what you need to know

With the entrance plaza completion due early next year, there will be two entrances in operation for the speedway meetings. These are Gate 1 on Waldegrave Street and Gate 4 on Pascal Street. Ticket booths are located at both entrances.

There will be no public car parking at the Waldegrave Street car park while it is being used for temporary speedway pits. We encourage people to use the railway land area close by. Please park responsibly by not blocking commercial or public driveways and premises.

Mayor Grant Smith says Palmy is booming along with some real vibrancy, which is reflected in the busy Labour Weekend Venues offerings.

“There’s so much to see and do here this Labour Weekend. These events are great opportunities for our residents to support local and see their national netball and speedway heroes. Visitors will see why Palmy is such a great place to visit and ultimately live.”

New events are regularly being added to the Venues and Events Palmerston North calendar. To keep up to date, visit venuespn.co.nz.

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Just a week into the much anticipated 2020 Blindspott tour it was stopped short as NZ went into lockdown. Now they’re back with a vengeance and frothing to get out there for their loyal fans, who’ve been nothing short of amazing! 

To make the tour even more epic and to reach even more fans, they’ve added  4 more shows, Taupo, Palmy, Nelson and Timaru to the run! 

Recent winners of The 2020 The Rock FM’s Rock Wars, Blindspott will be performing their Iconic, debut multi-platinum album ‘Blindspott’ in its entirety! 

Last year they sent New Zealanders into a frenzy when The Rock announced that the multi-platinum selling band was getting back together, with a long awaited reunion tour of sold out shows across the country.    

The boys will be revisiting the album that touched so many kiwi’s lives and instantly made it a classic! Presented by The Rock, this massive tour spans from North to South, kicking off again in Taupo on August 28th and ending with a bang in Invercargill on September 26th.

Their first two albums – 2003’s self-titled BLINDSPOTT and 2006’s END THE SILENCE topped the charts and established the band as one of the most respected and revered rock bands in Kiwi music history. 

Their hits, such as ‘Nil By Mouth’, ‘Room To Breathe’, ‘Phlex’ are still blasted on rock radio to this day, with last year’s The Rock 1500 boasting no less than 9 songs from Blindspott.

Damian Alexander (vocals), Marcus Powell (guitar, backing vocals), and Shelton Woolright (drums) are taking to the road once again.

Don’t miss this one off opportunity to witness one of our greatest rock bands performing live, one of NZ’s greatest rock albums!  

September 4th – Palmerston North, Fly Palmy Arena

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