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Palmy BID cooperates with CBD organisations and communities, working to create a vibrant and connected city centre where businesses, locals, and our visitors not only want to be, but will thrive.

Diwali Mela

14 November 2026

5-10.30pm

Te Marae o Hine - The Square

About the event

Get ready to light up the night. Join us in the heart of city for the annual Diwali Mela – a free, family-friendly celebration for all!

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Festival of Light – a time to celebrate light over darkness and good over evil. Around the world, families mark this event by lighting lamps, sharing food, and coming together with music and dance.

Bring your friends, whānau and a picnic chair or blanket – and be part of this vibrant celebration of Palmy’s diversity.

FEATURED EVENTS

Remembrance Day 2026

11 November 2026

11am

Te Marae o Hine - The Square

Last Song, Actually!!!

14 November 2026 - 12 December 2026

6.30pm

Centrepoint Theatre

WHAT’S HAPPENING

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3 weeks 4 hours ago

‘On the Roll’ is bringing the Te-Ka-A-Māui Soundsystem Hīkoi to Palmerston North this Sunday 👇 On the Roll is a non-partisan kaupapa encouraging young people

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4 weeks 7 hours ago

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Something special is coming to the Manawatū this October… From the team that brought you The Legend of Okatia, comes the world premiere of Ka

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4 weeks 1 day ago

The doors are officially open today at Squared Fusion Eatery, a vibrant new café and dining destination at 138 The Square - and they’ve picked

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1 month 20 minutes ago

We’re pleased to welcome the new NZ Post Palmerston North Hub on Church Street, just steps from Te Marae o Hine - The Square! 📮

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Palmy BID is with Junior Kids Store and 3 others.

1 month 3 days ago

One of the things we loved most about Cherry Blossom Fest this year was seeing our city centre businesses get into the spirit of the

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Palmy BID and Youth Space

1 month 3 days ago

Cherry Blossom Fest 2026 [Part 2] 🌸 There were simply too many beautiful moments from Cherry Blossom Fest to fit into one post, so here's

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Palmy BID and Youth Space

1 month 3 days ago

Cherry Blossom Fest 2026 [Part 1] 🌸 What a beautiful day we had celebrating spring in the heart of Palmy! From the performances and activities

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1 month 4 days ago

📍Gadgets Xperts Palmerston North have moved! The team have relocated down the road to 23 Broadway Ave, where they’re continuing to offer gadget sales and

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Palmy BID is your voice

Palmy BID gives one single and powerful voice to over 1,000 businesses. We’re here to make a difference — we deliver projects and services such as local events, business facilitation, advocacy, and safety and security to support business to grow, thrive and stay, all while creating a positive experience for our visitors.

Palmy BID gives one single and powerful voice to over 1,000 businesses. We’re here to make a difference — we deliver projects and services such as local events, business facilitation, advocacy, and safety and security to support business to grow, thrive and stay, all while creating a positive experience for our visitors.

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