One week. 19 venues. One cocktail to rule them all. 🍊🍸
Negroni Week is here, and Napier’s bars and eateries are serving everything from bold classics to wild creative riffs. Ahuriri alone has a lineup worth sipping your way through – Shed 2, National Distillery, Mix’d, Madame Social, Milk & Honey, Casa and more.

No tickets, no bookings – just show up, sip, and decide your favourite.

Celebrate the magic of the season at the Ahuriri Christmas Festival 2025 in Napier. On Sunday, November 23rd, Bridge Street and Spriggs Park will transform into a festive market with live music, food trucks, artisan stalls, kids’ activities, and a visit from Beach Santa. Free, family-friendly, and on rain or shine – the perfect way to kick off Christmas in Napier.

The Ahuriri Ward debate filled the Ahuriri Sailing Club, with six candidates answering community questions in a lively, well-moderated event. Supported by the Rotary Club of Ahuriri Sunrise, the debate showed strong local engagement. A livestream is available on the Ahuriri Facebook page for one month — a must-watch ahead of the Ahuriri Ward election.

Mix’d Cocktail Bar is Back – Better Than Ever! After a challenging few months, Mix’d Cocktail Bar has reopened on the waterfront, serving a brand-new food menu with light bites, shareable dishes, and decadent flavours. From Wednesday to Sunday, enjoy classic cocktails, slushy cocktails, and take in stunning ocean views. Whether for lunch, drinks, or an unforgettable outing with friends, Mix’d Cocktail Bar is once again the ultimate destination for great food, drinks, and fun by the sea.

With the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR and signalling more drops ahead, New Zealand is entering a once-in-a-decade mortgage reset. Nearly $200 billion of home loans are coming off fixed terms in the next year — meaning now is the time for homeowners to review their lending. According to Vesta Finance and Advisory, lower rates can create welcome breathing room, but the smartest move is to align your mortgage with your bigger life and business goals. Here’s what you need to know before refixing.

Flaxbloom’s Pop-Up is Coming to Beattie & Forbes! | 18-20 July

Get ready for a cosy style refresh — Flaxbloom is setting up shop at your favourite local bookstore, Beattie & Forbes.

Discover their latest seasonal designs along with a handpicked collection of luxe designer cushions to add warmth and flair to your home this winter.

Looking for the ultimate midweek reset? Here’s how we’d spend the perfect Winter Wednesday making the most of the exclusive local deals on offer — all while supporting the amazing cafés, shops, and salons that make Ahuriri shine.

Celebrate Madame Social’s 1st Birthday in Ahuriri! The team at Madame Social. is raising a glass (or three) to mark one incredible year in our neighbourhood – and you’re invited to join the party!

Come support Sarah, Steve and the crew as they celebrate their 1st birthday in Ahuriri with an extended Happy Hour 4-7pm and a brand new cocktail, The Madame!

When you shop in-store at Ahuriri Pharmacy and Ahuriri Beauty Therapy — whether it's a cosy scarf, hot water bottle, hot stone massage, $50 worth of over-the-counter medicines, or a simple raffle ticket — $5 from your purchase will go directly to Jammies 4 June, a local initiative run by an Ahuriri-based legend providing warm pyjamas to Hawke’s Bay tamariki in need.

Winter Wednesdays are here in Ahuriri — running from June through to September — and bringing with them a flurry of fabulous midweek deals to brighten up the season.

Each Wednesday, you’ll find exclusive offers and specials from your favourite local cafés, boutiques, bars, salons, and more. Whether it’s a cosy lunch special, a retail treat, or a reason to try that place you’ve been eyeing up for months — Winter Wednesdays are designed to get you out, about, and enjoying the best of our seaside suburb. Here’s week four!

Winter Wednesdays are here in Ahuriri — running from June through to September — and bringing with them a flurry of fabulous midweek deals to brighten up the season.

Each Wednesday, you’ll find exclusive offers and specials from your favourite local cafés, boutiques, bars, salons, and more. Whether it’s a cosy lunch special, a retail treat, or a reason to try that place you’ve been eyeing up for months — Winter Wednesdays are designed to get you out, about, and enjoying the best of our seaside suburb. Here’s week three!

This Botanical Fusion workshop, is a blooming beautiful collaboration by the Village Florist and National Distillery Company. Create your own floral masterpiece (flowers, vessel & expert guidance included), sip on a welcome drink, enjoy two gin tastings, and graze your way through delicious platters. Grab tickets now before it sells out!

Matariki is this Friday, 20 June – and Ahuriri is ready to celebrate!

Join us by the waterfront for the last public holiday and long weekend of the season before spring rolls in. Your favourite eating and drinking spots will be open, serving up good food, great company, and even better vibes.

Ahuriri Village shops will be open on Saturday, with many taking a well-earned break on Friday.
To check who's open and when, check here.

Winter Wednesdays are here in Ahuriri — running from June through to September — and bringing with them a flurry of fabulous midweek deals to brighten up the season.

Each Wednesday, you’ll find exclusive offers and specials from your favourite local cafés, boutiques, bars, salons, and more. Whether it’s a cosy lunch special, a retail treat, or a reason to try that place you’ve been eyeing up for months — Winter Wednesdays are designed to get you out, about, and enjoying the best of our seaside suburb. Here’s week two!

Looking for the perfect spot to sip, snack and unwind this winter? The National Distillery Company is now more than just tastings — it's your new go-to bar experience in Ahuriri, serving up premium cocktails, an impressive selection of wine and beer, and now... build-your-own platters.

The French Film Festival Aotearoa has arrived — and it’s your perfect winter escape! From 12–29 June, experience the magic, charm, drama and delight of French cinema, right here at The Globe Theatrette in Ahuriri.

Celebrate Matariki at the Ahuriri Food Hub with a full day of delicious bites, free tastings, live BBQ, coffee, mulled wine, kids’ activities, and more. Enjoy cake from Bellatino's, local meats, fresh flowers from BLOOM, and courtyard vibes all day. Family-friendly fun from 8:30am–5pm!

Looking for something fun to brighten up your winter evenings? The Urban Winery has a fantastic lineup of events to warm your soul and lift your spirits — right here in Ahuriri. From trivia nights to blind wine tastings and creative sip-and-paint sessions, there’s something for everyone.

Winter Wednesdays are back in Ahuriri — running from June through to September — and bringing with them a flurry of fabulous midweek deals to brighten up the season.

Each Wednesday, you’ll find exclusive offers and specials from your favourite local cafés, boutiques, bars, salons, and more. Whether it’s a cosy lunch special, a retail treat, or a reason to try that place you’ve been eyeing up for months — Winter Wednesdays are designed to get you out, about, and enjoying the best of our seaside suburb.

This Botanical Fusion workshop, is a blooming beautiful collaboration by the Village Florist and National Distillery Company. Create your own floral masterpiece (flowers, vessel & expert guidance included), sip on a welcome drink, enjoy two gin tastings, and graze your way through delicious platters. Grab tickets now before it sells out!