Caroline Bay Carnival

EFTPOS open from 1pm

Games and Rides operate throughout the afternoon from 1pm

1.00pm       

Mini Golf $6.00 per person  - 18 Holes

2.00pm     

Mayor Nigel Bowen will open the 115th Annual Carnival on stage at the Soundshell. 

Concert - Tomahawk Radio

Tomahawk Radio is a four-piece original Alternative Rock Pop band hailing from Dunedin, New Zealand. Blending moody atmospheres with melodic hooks, their sound is rooted in strong songwriting, lush harmonies, and a deep sense of place.

With a lineup featuring bass, dual guitars, keyboards, and drums, Tomahawk Radio delivers a rich and textured sound that draws inspiration from iconic acts like R.E.M., Crowded House, Radiohead, and The Police. Their music weaves themes of family, relationships, environmental beauty, and the wild, ever-changing weather surrounding their coastal practice room studio.

The band features two principal songwriters—Jeff Avery and Brian Graham—whose diverse writing styles bring a dynamic range to their music. Their debut album Dreaming with a View has struck a chord with listeners, racking up over 50,000 streams and earning praise for its emotional depth and melodic craftsmanship. The album follows two well-received singles and sets the tone for what’s to come.

Currently working on their next full-length release, Tomahawk Radio continues to carve out their own space in the alt-rock landscape with passion, authenticity, and a sound uniquely their own.

•    Brian Graham – Bass, Vocals

•    Jeff Avery – Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals

•    Scott Mason – Drums, Vocals

•    Hugh Harlow – Guitar

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm       

Concert - Fleetwood Mac Tribute

DnD SHOWBAND - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

One of NZ's longest established tribute-covers acts, DnD Showband is set to return to the Soundshell at the 2025 Caroline Bay Carnival in December.  Over the years the South Island based showband has played on the main stage at many of the major events across of the country including Food Festivals, Masters Games, Carnivals, Sporting Events.

They are also a regular act on the chartered clubs circuit across the country, performing tribute shows from their extensive catalogue of costumed theme shows such as Fleetwood Mac, ABBA, Grease, 60s, 70s, 80s, Rocky Horror, Moulin Rouge, DnD's performance reflects that of the experienced entertainers they are, providing a skillfully delivered performance that is visually energetic and brimming with enthusiasm.

On Boxing Friday 26th December at 7pm and again on Saturday 27th at 2pm, the live 5 piece band pays tribute to legendary rock band, Fleetwood Mac, with a set spanning from 1968's Albatross through to 1987's Little Lies.

EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

11.00am       

Tiny Tots -  by the The Band Rotunda

• Sponsored by JA Harrex Mechanical  
• Open to Girls & Boys 2 - 4 years old. 
• Entries on the day.

11.30am       

Grandparent & Grandchild -  by the Band Rotunda

• Sponsored by The Grindhouse Cafe
• Open to all Grandparents.
• Minimum age of Grandchild is 3 years
• Dress style optional.  Entries on the day.

2.00pm         

Concert - Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm           

Concert - Abba Heaven!

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A heartfelt reproduction of the sound and look of Swedish Supergroup ABBA, ABBA Heaven! is an Auckland based ABBA Tribute Band that has been specializing in performing the timeless and indelible hits of ABBA for a while, to great acclaim - and has fans nationwide, of it's own. 

Featuring the necessarily powerhouse vocals of Ness Abernethy as "Agnetha" and Pauline Berry as "Frida" combo, you won't hear a closer soundalike ABBA band. John Gorbey on guitar, keyboard and vocals and Karl Donovan on drums, the band performs in replica ABBA costumes.

ABBA Heaven! audiences have so much fun, as they too take part in the music, singing along to Fernando, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Chiquitita, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia and so much more! The Music and look born of the glam rock and disco era, is beloved by all age groups, who know and love the music of ABBA through the movies, radio play and albums, plus their ABBAtar show in the UK now performing daily - there's nothing like ABBA Heaven! to fulfil your ABBA fantasies. 

Winner of the Top Group Award at the Variety Artists Entertainment Awards in 2023 AKA The Bennys with Ness Abernethy Winning Top Female Vocalist. 

EFTPOS open from 11am            

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

11.00am        

Junior Miss Cutie - by the Band Rotunda

                      Open to Girls 5 - 7 years 

                      Entries on the day

11.15am         

Miss Cutie -  by the Band Rotunda

                       Sponsored by The Shearers Quarters

                       Open to Girls 8 - 9 years

                       Entries on the day

11.30am       

 Fancy Dress  by the Band Rotunda

                       Sponsored by The Joinery Zone LTD

                       Age Groups: 0 - Under 4, 4 - 6, 7 - 9

                       Entries on the day

2.00pm           

Concert - Abba Heaven!

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm           

Concert  - Shane Hales & Suzanne Lynch

Shane and Suzanne Lynch are touring  throughout New Zealand 2025 with their Solid Gold Hitmakers Show

EFTPOS open from 11am                  

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

11.00am

Parent & Daughter - by the Band Rotunda

• Open to Parents with Daughters 3 - 5 years.
• Footwear is compulsory 
• Sponsored by The Warehouse

11.15am    

Parent & Son - by the Band Rotunda

• Open to Parents with Sons 3 - 5 years
•  Footwear is compulsory
•  Sponsored by
• ENTRIES ON THE DAY

2.00pm     

Concert - Shane Hales & Suzanne Lynch

Suzanne was discovered along with her sister Judy by New Zealand guitarist Peter Posa, the two sisters became regular performers on the New Zealand television show ‘C’Mon’ in the late 60’s and in 1971 as a soloist Suzanne was also a regular on the television show ‘Happen In’.

Having established a name in New Zealand as the blonde member of the popular 60s duo The Chicks and then as a solo performer; Suzanne studied vocal technique with the well known singing teacher from Covent Garden in England, who had recently moved out to New Zealand. Hubert Milverton Carta for 3 years, before travelling to England in Jan 1973 and she quickly became one of London’s first call session singers singing on Albums by Chris De Burgh, Art Garfunkel, ShaWaddyWaddy, Cleo Lane The Walker Brothers and Cat Stevens to name just a few.

Suzanne joined Cat Stevens band in 1974 and performed with him on two world tours and on all his recordings until he gave up his music and became Yusuf Islam. She had the pleasure of singing with him once again in Christchurch last year at his concert there as his special guest. 

Whilst in England Suzanne also did a lot of work with Neil Sedaka, touring and recording a live album with him at The Royal Festival Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London. She toured with Charles Aznavour throughout England and Europe. She performed on many English television shows, including a Lulu Special, a series with Leo Sayer, and was a regular singer on the English television series, “Get it Together”.

Back in New Zealand in 2004 – 2007 Suzanne was the vocal coach for 3 seasons of New Zealand Idol, and 2008 – 2009 vocal coach for Stars In Their Eyes., and has been the vocal
and performance coach for New Zealand’s Got Talent.

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm     

Concert - 1 Drop Nation

Hailing from Otautahi/Christchurch, 1 Drop Nation has become one of Aotearoa’s must-see acts with an electrifying live show that engages the crowd from Start to finish.

Their unique blend of Roots/Rock/Funk & Reggae brings a fresh vibe to the music scene in Aotearoa and will have you feeling all sorts of good.

Currently teamed up with one of Aotearoa's best producers, Dr Lee Prebble (L.A.B, The Black Seeds, KORA, Trinity Roots), 1 Drop Nation are ripping through their 3rd Album which is due to drop in 2025.

They have played music festivals all around the country, have completed 3 National tours and supported some of New Zealand’s finest acts.

Follow the 1 Drop Nation wave on their socials to stay up to date with what’s new.

Facebook : www.facebook.com/1dropnation

Instagram : Instagram.com/1dropnation

Tiktok : www.tiktok.com/@1dropnation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiLwTH4GjQY

EFTPOS open from 11am              

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

11.00am     

Junior Master Caroline Bay - by the Band Rotunda

• Open to ages 5 - 7 yrs

11.15am     

Master Caroline Bay - by the Band Rotunda

• Open to ages 8 - 9 years

2.00pm       

Concert - 1 Drop Nation

7.00pm       

Concert - The Groomsmen

Christchurch own Todd Jones, Al Olds, Brian Lewis and Phil Doublet have teamed up as ‘The Groomsmen’ which issues up an electric blues grenade of material. Whether it’s slow or foot stomping rhythm and blues you’re in for some ear candy.  

EFTPOS open from 11am 

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

2.00pm  

Concert - The Groomsmen

7.00pm       

Concert - Liberator Rock Band 

Liberator is a show band that features 8—10 members, including a horn section, and plays regularly at top venues and corporate functions.  The band is a fun, professional and entertaining unit that performs a wide range of music styles including rock, rockabilly, funk, pop and ska; guaranteed to have folks up on their feet.

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

9.00pm - 11.00pm 

Liberator Rock Band joins us again on stage for New Years Eve

Liberator Run to Paradise
Liberator Jump
Liberator Brown Eyed Girl 

Bring along the whole family for a night of fun and entertainment 

12.00am 

PUB CHARITY Fireworks Spectacular display YouTube Dec 2023

 EFTPOS open from 11am              

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

12.30pm   

BIG DIG on the sand east of Mini Golf

• Children Only
• Sponsored by  Twinkle Arora - Harcourts

2.00pm     

Concert - Liberator Rock Band

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm     

Concert  Suzanne Prentice

Suzanne Prentice CNZM OBE has a career spanning over fifty years that has seen her awarded with platinum and multi-platinum successes in the music industry.  Suzanne has rubbed shoulders with some of the world’s best. Ray Charles, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, The Beach Boys, The Two Ronnie’s, Kenny Rodgers and Roy Orbison to name a few.

Suzanne began her career as a twelve-year-old in the deep South. Having an extensive recording, television and stage career, Suzanne has continued to work internationally but is now hoping to spend more time at home doing shows in NZ.

 EFTPOS open from 11am              

 Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

11.30am     

Children's Pet Parade on the Grass Area by the Bay Hall

                   Sponsored by For Pet's Sake

2.00pm       

Concert - Suzanne Prentice

3.30pm

Best Dressed Man & Best Dressed Female

on the Band Rotunda

Entries to Eftpos Office during the carnival or post to PO Box 691, Timaru, 7940

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm       

Concert - Soundscape Acoustic 

EFTPOS open from 11am        

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

9.00am     

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest -  Dance Section Auditions

• At the Sound Shell
• Limited to first 35 Entries Received 

2.00pm     

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest - Dance Section Semi Final

• At the Sound Shell

3.30pm     

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest - Vocal Section Auditions

• At the Sound Shell
• Limited to first 35 Entries Received

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm     

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest - Vocal Section Semi Final

• At the Sound Shell

 EFTPOS open from 11am              

 Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

9.00am   

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest

Live Music Auditions with Backing Band Tightazz

• At the Sound Shell
• Limited to first 35 Entries Received

2.00pm

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest

Live Music Semi Finals with Backing Band Tightazz

• At the Sound Shell

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening  

7.00pm     

Ashley Communications Timaru - Talent Quest

FINAL with Backing Band Tightazz

With Presentations to follow 

• Dance
• Vocal
• Live Music Sections 

EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

11.00am   

Boys Running Races

11.30am  

Girls Running Races

12.00pm   

Sand Modelling - Location Beach Area

• Ages:  Under 5, 5 - 6, 7 - 9, 10 - 12, 13 - 15
•  Prizes donated by: MEDIA WORKS 

12.30pm     

Entertainment on the Band Rotunda

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

NO EVENING CONCERT

EFTPOS open from 11am  

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

12.30pm   

Entertainment on the Band Rotunda

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

NO EVENING CONCERT

 EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

12.30pm

Entertainment on the Band Rotunda

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7pm

Concert: The Backbeats

EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

2pm

Concert: The Backbeats

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7pm

Concert: The Oxo Cubans

For more than 30 years, Dunedin’s OXO CUBANS (NZ) have built a reputation
as one of New Zealand’s most dynamic and versatile live concert bands. From
pubs and theatres to festivals, corporate and community events, they’ve brought
their trademark energy and quality musicianship to audiences across the
country.
With Doug Wright (keyboards), Marcel Rodeka (drums), David Harrison
(guitars), Chris Hudson (bass), and Arlie McCormick (vocals), the band
combines decades of collective experience with a passion for live performance.
Their diverse repertoire and engaging stage presence ensure that every show is
both memorable and unique.
The OXO CUBANS (NZ)  brand is all about professional entertainment, vibrant
energy, and music that connects with audiences of all ages.

EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

2.00pm 

Concert: The Oxo Cubans

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm   

Concert: Tony Lewis as ROBBIE WILLIAMS

Introducing The Worlds No 1 Tribute Show to Robbie Williams

For the past two decades, Tony has been turning heads and wowing audiences worldwide with his amazing portrayal of Britain's Greatest Entertainer, Robbie Williams. After making his debut in 'Legends' in 2002, he has gone on to perform all across the globe, leaving audiences constantly gagging for more. He continues leaving onlookers asking, '"Is that really…?”

Tony is based in Manchester, England

In 2005 Tony was lucky enough to first meet Robbie in person, chatting about women, music and most importantly football, even gaining his idol's approval with Robbie saying, "I think it's great, I'm really flattered! It's bloody hard work being me!" Three years later in 2008 Tony beat all his 'Robbie' competition and peers, landing a spot on BBC ONE's, 'The One And Only,' performing in front of 7 million viewers for 6 successive weeks in reaching the final. The resemblance is so uncanny that tony has appeared for numerous promotional campaigns and tv shows throughout Europe appearing on occasion as Robbie's double including playing robbie in a series of official short films for the album, 'Rudebox,' Tony’s also helped Comic Relief, when he’s stood in for our favourite cheeky chappy, featuring on sketches wrote by Robbie’s close friend David Walliams. Amongst others they included Simon Cowell, Olly Murs, Liam Gallagher, Stephen Fry, Sheridan Smith and Walliams himself. Ant and Dec even booked Tony to prank the main man and his wife Ayda on one of their ’Saturday Night Takeaway’ episodes which resulted in more catch ups, stories and shared experiences.

Tony's show covers all of the greatest hits of Stoke’s finest export, with a few special surprises thrown in for good measure, capturing the true spirit of everything RW! The show takes you on a journey of the old favorites, a hint of swing, right up to date with the modern classics and even incorporates a certain boyband. Constantly rebooked over and over, this tribute show has something for anyone and everyone and suited for almost every occasion. The look's, the moves, the voice, the ego…. This show has it all!

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EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

2.00pm     

Concert: Tony Lewis as ROBBIE WILLIAMS

Games and Rides operating from approx. 6pm throughout the evening

7.00pm     

Concert: Dee May & The Saints

 EFTPOS open from 11am

Games and Rides operating from approx. 11.00 am throughout the afternoon

2.00pm    1 1/2 hour Concert  

Concert: Dee May & The Saints

NO EVENING CONCERT