Music

Get ready for a high-energy night of raw rock, loud amps, and real instruments as two powerful bands take over the Hygge stage! 🕓 Pistols N’ Petals | 4:00 – 5:30 PM 🕔 The Splinters | 5:45 – 7:30 PM 🎟️ Entry: $20 PISTOLS N’ PETALS are on a mission to keep the spirit of classic and hard rock alive in New Zealand. Inspired by legends like Guns N’ Roses, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Metallica and more, the band delivers electrifying live performances packed with iconic covers and original tracks on the radar. Formed in 2025, the members bring serious experience from major events and Rockquest finals — expect loud amps, timeless rock energy, and a show that hits hard. ⚡️ THE SPLINTERS bring explosive, hearty punk rock to the stage for an evening of live music and laughs. Celebrating their original tunes, they hit the stage harder than the drummer hits the brakes when he’s being tailgated. Fast, fun, and unapologetically loud. 🎸 Don’t miss this epic double-bill of rock and punk — grab your mates and come feel the noise!

LIVE ACOUSTIC AFTERNOON AT HYGGE 🎶 📅 25 January Settle in for a beautiful afternoon of live music featuring two outstanding local acts on the Hygge stage. 🕝 Fraser Mack | 2:30 – 4:00 PM 🕓 The Cellars | 4:00 – 5:30 PM ✨ FRASER MACK does the impossible on the guitar. Known for his unique one-man-band-style covers of rock classics, Fraser leaves audiences wondering where the rest of the band is. His original songs range from heartfelt tunes that melt hearts to upbeat tracks that get everyone up and dancing. If you’re looking for excellence in live performance, expect nothing less than a world-class show. 🌿 THE CELLARS are a magical local indie acoustic duo made up of Sinead and Bella. With beautiful harmonies and deeply personal original songs, they explore the confusion, growth, and tensions of womanhood. Their sound is intimate, honest, and uniquely Hawke’s Bay. 🎸 Join us for an afternoon of soulful melodies, stunning guitar work, and original music — the perfect way to spend your Saturday at Hygge.

1 February · 2:30pm | Heti & Hope | Koha entry Heti & Hope bring their soulful, atmospheric sound blending folk, jazz and blues, with Joni Mitchell–inspired storytelling. Fresh from their 2025 NZ tour and on the cusp of recording a new album, expect intimate songs, rich melodies, and creative musicianship—keys and vocals from Heti, electric guitar and violin from Adie. A warm, immersive live set not to be missed.

Get ready to feel the groove with Funk ’n’ Soul Family, a dynamic and soulful band bringing the irresistible rhythms of funk and soul to the stage. Known for their tight instrumentation and electrifying vocals, this powerhouse group keeps the dance floor moving and the energy high from start to finish. Made up of some of Hawke’s Bay’s finest musicians, Funk ’n’ Soul Family delivers a distinctive sound and captivating stage presence. From classic funk hits to smooth, soulful ballads, their diverse repertoire has something for every music lover. 📅 January 8 🕝 2:30–4:30 PM 📍 Hygge 🎟 Koha entry Come groove, dance, and let the music move your soul!