NZ Music Month

Throughout May, Manawatū Community Hub Libraries is celebrating NZ Music Month by bringing local kiwi music into the heart of our community hub and at the Live Mini Concert: Feel the Sound, Taste the Town concert in Manchester Square.  Join us as we showcase local talent, support artists, and celebrate Aotearoa’s rich music culture.

What’s Happening at Te Āhuru Mōwai:

All month long, the Hub will be filled with the sounds of Aotearoa:

  • NZ music playing through our music system
  • NZ Music Month themed display featuring NZ artists
  • Check out musical instruments such as Guitars, Ukuleles, Keyboards from our Library of Things collection for free.
  • Live Performances in the Library Hub

Free lunchtime performances from local musicians and school groups.

Date

Time

Location

Performer / Group

8 May

1:00–2:00pm

Stairs

String Ensemble – FAHS

8 May

 

Stairs

Flute, Fiddle & Fumble – FAHS

12 May

12:30–1:00pm

Stairs

Richard Patterson (Acoustic Guitar)

18 May

12:30–1:00pm

Stairs

Star & Barry

27 May

12:30–1:00pm

Stairs

Lydia & Barry

Community Event – May Music Month Live Mini Concert

In partnership with Feilding District Promotion, we are excited to present a special evening of live music for the community.

May Music Month – Live Mini Concert: Feel the Sound, Taste the Town

Friday 15 May | 4:30pm – 7:30pm | Manchester Square

Enjoy an evening of live local music, food, and community atmosphere.

Line-up:

  • 4:30pm – Quite Frankly / Feilding High School rock band
  • 5:00pm – MC / DJ
  • 5:05pm – The Fire Flys
  • 5:50pm – MC / DJ
  • 6:00pm – Ferral
  • 6:30pm – MC / DJ
  • 6:35pm – Midnight Switch

Grab a bite from food trucks or support a local fundraising sausage sizzle or local eateries while you enjoy the music.

Library Without Walls

This event is part of our wider goal to extend the library beyond its walls. At Manchester Square we will be offering:

  • MCHL membership sign-ups
  • Cloud-based quick check-outs
  • Promotion of services
  • Music-themed activities and small games
  • Free resources showcasing what MCHL offers.

Why NZ Music Month Matters

NZ Music Month is a nationwide celebration of Aotearoa’s music scene supporting local artists, schools, and communities. It is about discovering new voices, revisiting favourites, and strengthening our connection to local culture through music.

Come Join Us

Whether you are stopping by Te Āhuru Mōwai or heading to Manchester Square, we invite you to celebrate with us, support local talent, and enjoy the sounds of Aotearoa this May.