What's on in Manawatū this weekend and beyond

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A packed pit area at Robertson Prestige International Speedway in Palmerston North for the qualifying races at the 43rd ENZED Dewtec Teams' Champs. But this Saturday it is all about fireworks.

A bright weekend is expected, with Diwali celebrations commencing in Feilding and a massive fireworks display in Palmerston North.

Puss In Boots: Two-hour pantomime production running until November 18 at Levin Little Theatre. Fridays and Saturdays 7pm, Sundays 2pm. Tickets available through trybooking.co.nz/PNB. Bar food available.

Stretcher Bearer: One-man monologue performance by Peter MacKenzie at Feilding Little Theatre, chronicling Bill Smith’s First World War experience. Performing November 3-4, 10-11, at 7.30pm.

Feilding’s First Diwali: The Festival of Lights is being celebrated at the Feilding Civic Centre, from 4.30pm.

Fireworks Spectacular: The excitement is on the track and in the skies at Robertson Prestige International Speedway, with the biggest annual fireworks display in the region. Tickets $25/$10 or $60 for a family pass, at the gate on race day.

Manawatū Concert Band: Programme to include songs from The Blues Brothers, The Mamas and Papas, My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera, and more, 7.30pm, Speirs Centre. Tickets $20/$10.

Red Tulip Walk: Walk the 5km riverside walkway loop with Christian Cullen for this Parkinson’s NZ fundraiser. Starting from Paneiri Park car park, Palmerston North, at 9am. Adults $10, children and youth gold coin. Wear a red T-shirt.

Skating lessons: Swamp City Roller Derby’s six-lesson weekly series teaching fundamental skating skills begins, and runs until December 11. The sessions will be at Bell Hall, Waldegrave St from 6.45pm. The cost is $15 per session, including skates, gear and coaching.

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Palmerston North Film Society: Australian film Celia (1988) screens 6pm, November 8 at Event Cinemas. Contact [email protected]

Thomson/Ibell Duo: Wellington-based cellist Robert Ibell and pianist Rachel Thomson perform at Pathways Presbyterian Church in Palmerston North, November 8, at 7.30pm.

The Madillionaires: Performing at Hokowhitu Bowling Club, courtesy of Bent Horseshoe, November 11, from 7.30pm. $20 at the door.

Hearts & Homes: Explore the homes and gardens of some of the region’s finest properties in a self-drive tour. The Arohanui Hospice fundraiser is on November 17 and 18. Visit: heartsandhomes.co.nz

Diwali Mela: The Festival of Lights shines on Palmerston North’s Diwali celebrations, from 5pm in Te Marae o Hine/The Square.

Brian Elliott, 55 Years of Architecture: Elliott has been designing iconic buildings in Manawatū for 50 years. Discover his work and the influence he's had on Palmerston North's skylines in this survey exhibition, at Te Manawa.

Feilding Farmers’ Market: From 8.30am at Manchester Square, each Friday to 1pm.

Jazz Cafe: Every Thursday from 6pm-8pm, Viva Cafe and Bar, 21 Rangitīkei St.

Manawatū Dancing Club: Social dance on the fourth Saturday of each month. From 7.30pm to 11pm, Senior Citizens’ Hall, 309 Main St, Palmerston North. $10 entry.

Rose City Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival Club: Club night every Tuesday at 7pm at the Kelvin Grove Community Centre, Kaimanawa St. New attendees welcome, $4 casual, $2 club members.

Pre-School Playgroup: Mondays and Thursdays, 9.30am-11.30am, each week during school term at Pathways St David’s, cnr Main and Alfred streets, opposite Memorial Park, Palmerston North. All families welcome. Koha accepted.

St Brigid's Indoor Bowling Club: Every Tuesday night, 7.15pm at St John's Hall, Camden St, Feilding. Contact Doreen, 021 158 1609.

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