Coming Events
POVERTY BAY BLUES NIGHT
Dates: First Tuesday of the month
The best in live music!
Come down on the first Tuesday of the month for the best selection of local music at the Poverty Bay Blues Night. Each month sees a new line-up of musicians giving us a taste of what they've got.
NEXT BLUES NIGHT - Tuesday, 3 February
Bar open at 6pm
Bands start 7pm
$10 on the door (eftpos available)
Free for PBBC Members
Come down on the first Tuesday of the month for the best selection of local music at the Poverty Bay Blues Night. Each month sees a new line-up of musicians giving us a taste of what they've got.
NEXT BLUES NIGHT - Tuesday, 3 February
Bar open at 6pm
Bands start 7pm
$10 on the door (eftpos available)
Free for PBBC Members
Millyclown - For Lovers & Others
Dates: Friday, 13 Feb & Saturday, 14 Feb
Brutally honest, profound rap poetry written over bohemian rhapsody styled composition. Millyclown will have you smiling to yourself, laughing out loud and cringing with shared pain. A roller coaster of emotions. Story based sound entertainment at its best.
Whimsical and profound; lyrically brilliant and musically compelling; uniquely genius.
Raw and vulnerable, honest and hilarious, beautiful and authentic.
$20 tickets online to guarantee a space or bring CASH ONLY on the night!
BOTH NIGHTS
Bar open at 5pm
Show at 7pm SHARP!
18+
Have a listen to some of her music!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2M9BchDZHFz3al5UOk2UmD
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/millyclown/1699630900
Bandcamp: https://millyclown.bandcamp.com/follow_me
And consider donating towards her future music making and creative projects by becoming a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/Millyclown
Whimsical and profound; lyrically brilliant and musically compelling; uniquely genius.
Raw and vulnerable, honest and hilarious, beautiful and authentic.
$20 tickets online to guarantee a space or bring CASH ONLY on the night!
BOTH NIGHTS
Bar open at 5pm
Show at 7pm SHARP!
18+
Have a listen to some of her music!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2M9BchDZHFz3al5UOk2UmD
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/millyclown/1699630900
Bandcamp: https://millyclown.bandcamp.com/follow_me
And consider donating towards her future music making and creative projects by becoming a patron here: https://www.patreon.com/Millyclown
The Big Bike Film Night!
Dates: Tues, 17 Feb - Thurs, 19 Feb
Let the good times ROLL in Gizzy, The Big Bike Film Night is riding into town!!
Tuesday 17 Feb at 6:30pm
Wednesday 18 Feb at 6:30pm
Thursday 19 Feb at 6:30pm
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission - bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours of mesmerizing bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration. The evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!
The 2026 treasure chest of films includes:
• a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun
• a life-changing experience for two adventurous women as they embark to cycle to all the ski-fields in New Zealand in one gigantic attempt
• an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable
• a film that playfully delves into the world of those taking cycling to new heights - celebrating fun, silliness, and creativity that comes with pushing boundaries on two wheels
• a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward
• a moving movie that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones-riding a bike together as a family
• a bold and uplifting story of an adventure activist, attempting to break the 24-hour Guinness World Record in downhill mountain biking- all to raise funds for reforesting foothills around Queenstown, New Zealand. Her relentless pursuit not only pushes the limits of endurance but also becomes a powerful symbol of resilience and environmental commitment
• and crowning the night off... we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990’s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants ALL in the mix!
These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that move us, and most importantly of all – inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables.
So...listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, GO ON... grab your bike and come along for the ride!!
PREVIOUS ATTENDEE’S COMMENTS:
“One of the most inspiring events of the year"
“If you only have one night a year out, make it this!!”
“The Big Bike Film Night is always a wonderful, eclectic, wacky mix of films and I love it!”
“If you haven’t experienced the cinematic excellence of The Big Bike Film Night – then YOU MUST!!!”
FILM CLASSIFICATION: THE BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT is exempt from classification, but the films are suitable for the entire family, and would obtain PG ratings.
TICKETS Adults $23, Under 17-year-olds $18 online (plus booking fees), and door sales at the Cinema ON THE NIGHT ($25 Cash only and subject to availability).
SEATING IS NOT ALLOCATED
Reserving seats on these nights is always tricky so we cannot guarantee specific spots. If you have a strong preference, TEXT 027 590 2117 to reserve your seats ONLY after you have paid for them.
Tuesday 17 Feb at 6:30pm
Wednesday 18 Feb at 6:30pm
Thursday 19 Feb at 6:30pm
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission - bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you. Showcasing 2.5 hours of mesmerizing bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration. The evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!
The 2026 treasure chest of films includes:
• a dazzling mountain bike ride exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, embracing the magic of the midnight sun
• a life-changing experience for two adventurous women as they embark to cycle to all the ski-fields in New Zealand in one gigantic attempt
• an inspiring film that captures the wettest, most miserable riding conditions imaginable
• a film that playfully delves into the world of those taking cycling to new heights - celebrating fun, silliness, and creativity that comes with pushing boundaries on two wheels
• a compelling story about perseverance, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of navigating daily life following a life-altering injury, and how adaptive design has transformed and enriched the journey forward
• a moving movie that follows a father and son’s journey as they take on one of life’s most meaningful milestones-riding a bike together as a family
• a bold and uplifting story of an adventure activist, attempting to break the 24-hour Guinness World Record in downhill mountain biking- all to raise funds for reforesting foothills around Queenstown, New Zealand. Her relentless pursuit not only pushes the limits of endurance but also becomes a powerful symbol of resilience and environmental commitment
• and crowning the night off... we all love an underdog tale. This charming, funny, heartfelt film inspires us to believe that we all have the capacity to be unlikely heroes in our own stories. The audience is transported back to the nostalgic 1990’s, to the slopes of the punishing Mont Ventoux, in Southern France, to witness the drama of a battle between two giants ALL in the mix!
These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that move us, and most importantly of all – inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables.
So...listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, GO ON... grab your bike and come along for the ride!!
PREVIOUS ATTENDEE’S COMMENTS:
“One of the most inspiring events of the year"
“If you only have one night a year out, make it this!!”
“The Big Bike Film Night is always a wonderful, eclectic, wacky mix of films and I love it!”
“If you haven’t experienced the cinematic excellence of The Big Bike Film Night – then YOU MUST!!!”
FILM CLASSIFICATION: THE BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT is exempt from classification, but the films are suitable for the entire family, and would obtain PG ratings.
TICKETS Adults $23, Under 17-year-olds $18 online (plus booking fees), and door sales at the Cinema ON THE NIGHT ($25 Cash only and subject to availability).
SEATING IS NOT ALLOCATED
Reserving seats on these nights is always tricky so we cannot guarantee specific spots. If you have a strong preference, TEXT 027 590 2117 to reserve your seats ONLY after you have paid for them.
FAR OUT! Film Night
Dates: Last Tuesday of every month
Check out our 'Current Films' page for full film details
Next FAR OUT! Film Night - Tuesday, 24 Feb - Film TBC
Bar open at 5:30pm
Show at 6.30pm
$15 CASH ONLY
Bookings highly recommended
Hand picked classic films that have stood the test of time. Left of centre, out on the fringe, always with substance and never boring. Many films may be unknown to some of our viewers, yet we hope you will come for an experience.
Expect the unexpected!
Next FAR OUT! Film Night - Tuesday, 24 Feb - Film TBC
Bar open at 5:30pm
Show at 6.30pm
$15 CASH ONLY
Bookings highly recommended
Hand picked classic films that have stood the test of time. Left of centre, out on the fringe, always with substance and never boring. Many films may be unknown to some of our viewers, yet we hope you will come for an experience.
Expect the unexpected!
MONTHLY OPEN VINYL NIGHT hosted by The Shit Beats
Dates: The last Friday of each month
The Dome presents monthly open vinyl nights hosted by The Shit Beats - Show us ya box.
NEXT ONE COMING UP: Friday, 27 February
THEME: TBC
Search through your collection, create a set that fits(ish) the theme and then come along to secure your own 20 minute slot. No experience necessary. The board goes out at 7pm.
MUST BE VINYL or you’ll be asked to leave. Mistakes are celebrated. Pretence free zone. Nothing worse than a boring night. See you there.
The last Friday of each month
Bar open at 5pm
Music at 7pm
FREE!
18+
NEXT ONE COMING UP: Friday, 27 February
THEME: TBC
Search through your collection, create a set that fits(ish) the theme and then come along to secure your own 20 minute slot. No experience necessary. The board goes out at 7pm.
MUST BE VINYL or you’ll be asked to leave. Mistakes are celebrated. Pretence free zone. Nothing worse than a boring night. See you there.
The last Friday of each month
Bar open at 5pm
Music at 7pm
FREE!
18+
14th annual Aotearoa Surf Film Festival
Dates: Wed, 4 March - Thurs, 5 March
For the 14th year running, the Aotearoa Surf Film Festival is rolling into towns across the motu — bringing with it a healthy dose of salt-water cinema, surf culture, and storytelling stoke.
Join us for a curated night of world-class surf films, featuring standout stories from Aotearoa and across the globe. From local lineups to far-flung coastlines, this year’s programme celebrates the art of wave-riding in all its forms.
ASFF 2026 - Gisborne (Night 1) - Wednesday, 4 March at 6:30pm
ASFF 2026 - Gisborne (Night 2) - Thursday, 5 March at 6:30pm
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Bar open from 5pm each night
Films start at 7pm sharp!
15min intermission
***Please note you must pre purchase tickets online, we will not be taking bookings via text. Seating is not allocated***
PROGRAM ANNOUCEMENT: 16 February
FILM DESCRIPTIONS - Full descriptions at www.asff.co.nz
TICKETS:
Full Night pass - $25 (link below)
Tour T Shirt - $55
PLEASE BRING ALONG YOUR TICKET RECEIPT/BARCODE ON YOUR PHONE. Tickets do not need to be printed off.
LIMITED DOOR SALES IF AVAILABLE, CASH ONLY
A licensed bar will be available in the cinema for the main festival.
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ASFF PARTNERS
ASFF wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our partners.
Tour Partners: Red Bull · Patagonia · YETI · Sawmill Brewery · Sol & Sea · Verdure · Good Surf Now · Pals · Surf Shell · Sticky Johnson
GIVEAWAYS
Thanks to our generous sponsors, there’ll be audience giveaways on the night.
Everyone who purchases a ticket online at www.asff.co.nz goes in the draw to win a Verdure surfboard valued at $2,000. Huge thanks to Verdure for the support.
Join us for a curated night of world-class surf films, featuring standout stories from Aotearoa and across the globe. From local lineups to far-flung coastlines, this year’s programme celebrates the art of wave-riding in all its forms.
ASFF 2026 - Gisborne (Night 1) - Wednesday, 4 March at 6:30pm
ASFF 2026 - Gisborne (Night 2) - Thursday, 5 March at 6:30pm
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Bar open from 5pm each night
Films start at 7pm sharp!
15min intermission
***Please note you must pre purchase tickets online, we will not be taking bookings via text. Seating is not allocated***
PROGRAM ANNOUCEMENT: 16 February
FILM DESCRIPTIONS - Full descriptions at www.asff.co.nz
TICKETS:
Full Night pass - $25 (link below)
Tour T Shirt - $55
PLEASE BRING ALONG YOUR TICKET RECEIPT/BARCODE ON YOUR PHONE. Tickets do not need to be printed off.
LIMITED DOOR SALES IF AVAILABLE, CASH ONLY
A licensed bar will be available in the cinema for the main festival.
------------
ASFF PARTNERS
ASFF wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our partners.
Tour Partners: Red Bull · Patagonia · YETI · Sawmill Brewery · Sol & Sea · Verdure · Good Surf Now · Pals · Surf Shell · Sticky Johnson
GIVEAWAYS
Thanks to our generous sponsors, there’ll be audience giveaways on the night.
Everyone who purchases a ticket online at www.asff.co.nz goes in the draw to win a Verdure surfboard valued at $2,000. Huge thanks to Verdure for the support.
Tahini Bikini - Funk Up the Country Tour
Dates: Friday, 13 March
Funk Up The Country!
Tahini Bikini and Sig Wilder & Friends are joining forces for a cross-genre music experience across Aotearoa’s North Island. Two great acts colliding at the intersection of country and funk. Together they are setting out on their most ambitious tour to date with 10 of Wellington’s finest musicians and creatives bringing the boogie to you. 7 shows across 2 weeks in Raglan, Leigh, Auckland, Tauranga, Whakatāne, Gisborne, Hawkes Bay plus performances at Wellington’s Cuba Dupa festival. You don’t want to miss this!
Tahini Bikini:
Pōneke-based Tahini Bikini are known for their distinctive sound, a combination of funk, soul and pop influences elevated by frontwoman Mads Taylor’s frank, feisty lyrics and smoky voice.
The seven-piece group released their debut album Fever Dream in 2022, and have since become a fixture at festivals across Aotearoa, performing at Rhythm & Vines, Great Sounds Great, Welcome to Nowhere, Cuba Dupa, Outfield, Twisted Frequency and more. As well as Mads on lead vocals, the band features a talented collective of musicians: Mathew Campbell (Backing Vocals, percussion) Darcy Monteath (Bass), Eric Sebastian (drums), Alex Scott-Billing (Guitar) Cameron Robertson (Trumpet) and Aidan Mcculloch (Saxophone/keys).
In 2025 Tahini Bikini released a run of confident, polished singles, with lines like tell me does it taste good when you lick those boots? from 'Mother' emphasising a turn towards a more pointed, critical tone in the Mads’ songwriting.
Sig Wilder & Friends:
Sig Wilder & Friends are Aotearoa’s alt-country storytellers. The band is a D.I.Y. collective currently featuring Mads Taylor (drums/vocals), Tessa Dillon (bass/vocals), Sofia Machray (guitar/vocals) and Sig on lead vocals/guitar. Since forming, they’ve become a familiar fixture in Wellington’s independent music scene, toured around Aotearoa, and won media acclaim from The Post, Ensemble Magazine, Under The Radar, and Radio Active 88.6 FM. As Sig knows, personal growth is a long and winding road. “This project is about becoming content with who I am,” he says. “That’s how it started, and I am in no way finished on that journey. But I’m happy with the cowboy that I’ve become, regardless of any notions of how one “should” be a cowboy.” With heartfelt storytelling and infectious melodies, Sig Wilder & Friends take the listener on a journey through the hills and plains of Aotearoa, weaving the essence of Americana into the fabric of Aotearoa’s musical landscape.
Bar open at 5pm
Dome doors at 8pm
Music at 9pm
18+
EARLY BIRD tickets only $20! Ticket link below
Tahini Bikini and Sig Wilder & Friends are joining forces for a cross-genre music experience across Aotearoa’s North Island. Two great acts colliding at the intersection of country and funk. Together they are setting out on their most ambitious tour to date with 10 of Wellington’s finest musicians and creatives bringing the boogie to you. 7 shows across 2 weeks in Raglan, Leigh, Auckland, Tauranga, Whakatāne, Gisborne, Hawkes Bay plus performances at Wellington’s Cuba Dupa festival. You don’t want to miss this!
Tahini Bikini:
Pōneke-based Tahini Bikini are known for their distinctive sound, a combination of funk, soul and pop influences elevated by frontwoman Mads Taylor’s frank, feisty lyrics and smoky voice.
The seven-piece group released their debut album Fever Dream in 2022, and have since become a fixture at festivals across Aotearoa, performing at Rhythm & Vines, Great Sounds Great, Welcome to Nowhere, Cuba Dupa, Outfield, Twisted Frequency and more. As well as Mads on lead vocals, the band features a talented collective of musicians: Mathew Campbell (Backing Vocals, percussion) Darcy Monteath (Bass), Eric Sebastian (drums), Alex Scott-Billing (Guitar) Cameron Robertson (Trumpet) and Aidan Mcculloch (Saxophone/keys).
In 2025 Tahini Bikini released a run of confident, polished singles, with lines like tell me does it taste good when you lick those boots? from 'Mother' emphasising a turn towards a more pointed, critical tone in the Mads’ songwriting.
Sig Wilder & Friends:
Sig Wilder & Friends are Aotearoa’s alt-country storytellers. The band is a D.I.Y. collective currently featuring Mads Taylor (drums/vocals), Tessa Dillon (bass/vocals), Sofia Machray (guitar/vocals) and Sig on lead vocals/guitar. Since forming, they’ve become a familiar fixture in Wellington’s independent music scene, toured around Aotearoa, and won media acclaim from The Post, Ensemble Magazine, Under The Radar, and Radio Active 88.6 FM. As Sig knows, personal growth is a long and winding road. “This project is about becoming content with who I am,” he says. “That’s how it started, and I am in no way finished on that journey. But I’m happy with the cowboy that I’ve become, regardless of any notions of how one “should” be a cowboy.” With heartfelt storytelling and infectious melodies, Sig Wilder & Friends take the listener on a journey through the hills and plains of Aotearoa, weaving the essence of Americana into the fabric of Aotearoa’s musical landscape.
Bar open at 5pm
Dome doors at 8pm
Music at 9pm
18+
EARLY BIRD tickets only $20! Ticket link below