Welcome to Taumarunui!
Our place has been loved by generations of families for our naturally beautiful environment, our colorful heritage and our caring community.
Register your float for the Taumarunui Christmas Parade
Get into the festive spirit and be part of one of Taumarunui's favourite community celebrations! We invite businesses, schools, community groups and whānau to join the 2026 Christmas Parade and help make it a fun, colourful celebration for everyone.
Questions? Email [email protected]
Taumarunui sits on the Adventure Highway (State Highway 4) and starts the Forgotten World Highway in the central King Country of the North Island. Part of the Ruapehu District, Taumarunui is centrally located – detour through here to either Auckland or Wellington.
This is a beautiful scenic route with views of Mt. Ruapehu and the Wanganui River. Taumarunui provides access to the Whanganui National Park, Dual Listed World Heritage Tongariro National Park and the Pureora Timber Trail.
Along these highways of wide-open spaces are many recreational activities and outdoor pursuits such as canoeing, jetboating, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, cycle trails, walks, tramps and rail cart rides along with many others. Taumarunui is a motor home friendly town with free day parking for campervans. Stop here for lunch and visit Cherry Grove or our Arts.
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4 events,
CALLING ALL LAND ROVER CLUBS & OWNERS We’re putting together what we’re aiming to be the BIGGEST Land Rover gathering in New Zealand — and you’re invited. Taumarunui Labour Weekend Main event days: Saturday & Sunday What to expect: Camping from Friday Huge Land... 
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm 
❓ Do you find regular exercise boring? Looking for something more exciting? ❓ Our Adult Jiu-Jitsu classes is the answer! It’s not just a workout – it’s a challenge, a community, and a fun way to get fit! In our... |
9 events,Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise 
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family 
On today 10am at the Senior Citizen Room Cnr of Morero and Miriama St, Taumarunui. |
3 events,
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm 
Taumarunui Community Choir 7pm Wednesday's. Come have fun singing with others @ The Little Theatre This term we are preparing a selection of Show tunes. New members are welcome. You don't need to have any experience or be able to... |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise 
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members Come along with pre-school children and enjoy a 20-30 minute music based session. Meet and chat with others in the same season of life. $2 donation |
6 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
2 events,
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members 
Last Saturday of every month 10am-2pm & Every Wednesday 10am - 2pm |
2 events,
First Sunday of the month 10am-1pm. Ohura Memorial Hall Email: [email protected] or mobile: 027 717 0963 |
5 events,Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
7 events,Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
3 events,
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm
Taumarunui Community Choir 7pm Wednesday's. Come have fun singing with others @ The Little Theatre This term we are preparing a selection of Show tunes. New members are welcome. You don't need to have any experience or be able to... |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
6 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
2 events,
Second Saturday of the month in the Town Centre Arcade, Taumarunui except for December when it’s the first Saturday to match up with the Christmas parade
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
0 events,
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4 events,Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
8 events,Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise Twice monthly 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Visitors & new members welcome
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
3 events,
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm
Taumarunui Community Choir 7pm Wednesday's. Come have fun singing with others @ The Little Theatre This term we are preparing a selection of Show tunes. New members are welcome. You don't need to have any experience or be able to... |
11 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members Come along with pre-school children and enjoy a 20-30 minute music based session. Meet and chat with others in the same season of life. $2 donation |
8 events,Formerly Taumarunui Spinners & Weavers Are you interested in fibre crafts - spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting etc or learning one of these crafts? WE meet at the Ruapehu Community Arts Centre, Taumarunui on the second and fourth Friday of each... Second Friday and third Wednesday of month Visitors and new members welcome |
1 event,
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
1 event,
Come on down and enjoy afternoon tea with a great music lineup Cover charge $3 Every 3rd Sunday of month at the RSA |
5 events,Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
7 events,Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
4 events,Second Friday and third Wednesday each month Visitors and new members welcome
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
9 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
6 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
2 events,
🌟 We are super excited to announce the date for our very first Kākahi Market! 🎉 Mark your calendars for **15th February 2025**! Get ready for a day filled with amazing local vendors, delicious food, and vibrant community spirit. We’re...
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
0 events,
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4 events,Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
9 events,Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
On today 10am at the Senior Citizen Room Cnr of Morero and Miriama St, Taumarunui. |
3 events,
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm
Taumarunui Community Choir 7pm Wednesday's. Come have fun singing with others @ The Little Theatre This term we are preparing a selection of Show tunes. New members are welcome. You don't need to have any experience or be able to... |
11 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members Come along with pre-school children and enjoy a 20-30 minute music based session. Meet and chat with others in the same season of life. $2 donation |
8 events,
Formerly Taumarunui Spinners & Weavers Are you interested in fibre crafts - spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting etc or learning one of these crafts? WE meet at the Ruapehu Community Arts Centre, Taumarunui on the second and fourth Friday of each... |
3 events,
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members
Last Saturday of every month 10am-2pm & Every Wednesday 10am - 2pm |
1 event,
Meets the last Sunday of every month in the Town Centre Arcade carpark (on Miriama Street) TheScenic Tour of the King Country will be held on the second Saturday before Labour Weekend Clubrooms are in the TRAC rooms on Bell... |
4 events,Meet at St Paul's Church Hall every Monday, alternating day meetings (9.30am-1.30pm) and night meetings (2-5.30pm)
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm |
7 events,Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
3 events,
Traditional training every Monday & Wednesday. Extra fitness fight class on Friday 7-12 year olds 4.30 - 5.30pm Teens & Adults 5.45pm - 7.15pm
Taumarunui Community Choir 7pm Wednesday's. Come have fun singing with others @ The Little Theatre This term we are preparing a selection of Show tunes. New members are welcome. You don't need to have any experience or be able to... |
10 events,
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday at the Trust Waikato pool at Taumarunui High School. Entry fee is only $3, so come along and have some fun and gentle exercise
We are open on Thursday and Saturday during school terms Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
6 events,
Come along to Manunui Playcentre and check us out. For children aged 0-5. $2 a session per family |
3 events,Join us for the annual Taumarunui Christmas Parade as we celebrate the festive season together! Held on the first Saturday of December each year, the parade brings our community together for an afternoon of Christmas cheer, colourful floats, local groups,...
Second Saturday of the month in the Town Centre Arcade, Taumarunui except for December when it’s the first Saturday to match up with the Christmas parade
We are open on Thursday and Saturday. Situated in the Taumarunui Arts Centre We welcome any new members |
2 events,
First Sunday of the month 10am-1pm. Ohura Memorial Hall Email: [email protected] or mobile: 027 717 0963 |
If you are into outdoor adventures that suit all ages, then Taumarunui is the place to be
Community
Our people make Taumarunui a great place to live and visit. Supportive and welcoming, we have plenty of community facilities, groups and clubs to fill your needs and keep you engaged and involved in the community. We have a range of sports clubs and even a Live Theatre group in town.
Activities
Taumarunui is home to a variety of activities including cycling, canoeing, fishing, skiing, walks, and great scenic views. With locations such as the Ongarue, Whanganui, and Whakapapa Rivers, Pureora Cycle Trail, Tongariro or Whanganui National Parks, there’s something for all interests in Taumarunui.
Heritage
Settled by Europeans in the 1870’s, the King Country was the last region in Aotearoa to disallow Pakeha to settle in its lands. Taumarunui, in the heart of the King Country, enjoys a wonderful relationship between all the people that live in the town and surrounding areas.