Get ready for the Summer Concert this weekend

A warm welcome to the bands, fans, and everyone attending the Summer Concert this Saturday 24 January at the Taupō Amphitheatre, Riverside Park.

Here’s what you need to know.

Firstly, the Taupō Summer Concert is yet again bringing you an incredible lineup from international stars!

• Iggy Pop (yes, THE Iggy Pop!)
• Joan Jett and the Blackhearts
• Hoodoo Gurus
• Zed

There will be lots of traffic and pedestrian activity in and around the town centre. We know you all have a “Lust for Life” so please plan your trip safely.

Road closure

🚫 Redoubt Street from Tongariro Street to Story Place is closed from 12noon Friday 23 January to midnight Saturday 24 January.

If you’re going:

• Being stuck in traffic is “No fun” so consider walking to the event. If you are driving, there are two car parks available for the Summer Concert, but spaces are limited.
• Tongariro North Domain is open for parking from 9am Saturday. Northbound traffic should use this carpark with entry and exit via the northbound lane of Tongariro Street. There are several options you can take through the CBD to avoid the busy Spa Road roundabout area.
• Gates Park. Southbound traffic can access Gates Park car park north of the Control Gates Bridge or use street parking in the upper Spa Road area (Oruanui/Nukuhau/Runanga Streets) for easy access to Taupō Amphitheatre.
• The Lake Taupō Harbourmaster has advised the Waikato River has restrictions from 6am to 11pm on Saturday. No vessel may anchor or secure to the banks without the Harbourmaster’s authority. Nukuhau Marina and boat ramp access is normal.