SLOW WATER BAND is bringing their Celtic style to Paraoa! 

Introducing: 'Steve Larkins is Mercury Rising'...performs his 'Unique Comedic Theatrical Salute' to 'Freddie Mercury' and the 'Music of Queen'.

Steve has performed to over 2 million people internationally and is renowned as one of the most loved entertainers on the high seas. Since Covid hit our shores, Steve and his wife Sharon have returned to New Zealand where Steve performs his show nationwide. This is a great opportunity to see and hear Steve live while he's visiting beautiful Whangaparāoa before he's back performing overseas.

The smooth jazzy sounds of The Brian Smith Trio!

Karaoke Night at Paraoa hosted by Sean O'Shea

Embracing an ever increasing popularity, Brendon Ham, the quintessential contemporary urban Honky-Tonker along with his band are regarded as New Zealand's greatest premier Honky-Tonk unit with their own brand of hard-hitting rockin'-country music.

Paving the way for a contemporary urban flavor, the Brendon Ham Band has deservedly earnt the respect of a growing fan base across the ages, eager to enjoy the unique package that the Brendon Ham Band delivers.

Introducing the country rock styings of CHET & MELISSA!

Guitarist for internationally acclaimed The Pink Floyd Experience Marty has over 30 years experience playing in bands such as In The Pink, Swingshift, Bad Penny, The Urge and Twice Shy. He now adds this duo gig to his resume, using professional backing tracks to complement his powerhouse guitar playing. Marty plays Fender Strats and Teles through a Fractal Audio guitar system to bring the sounds of Gilmour, Santana, Lukather and many more alive. 

Introducing The NZ Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show - Born on The Bayou.

A Professional live band delivering a top-quality musical experience celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival (also known as CCR).

This hugely popular act delivers an authentic and entertaining show covering all the top hits of this timeless and ever-popular band.

Performing all the anthems from this Iconic band such as:
Proud Mary, Have You Ever Seen the Rain, Bad Moon Rising, Down On the Corner, Born On the Bayou, Looking Out My Backdoor, Suzie Q, Heard It Through the Grapevine and many many more.

The band dress in period clothing and talk about the songs, there is plenty of audience interaction..

Featuring top international musicians:
- Colin Williams - lead vocals and guitar
- Grant Wills - lead guitar and backing vocals
- Dave Hartley - Bass Guitar
- And Steve Tree - drums and percussion

Local legend Aiden Ripley is coming down to Paraoa! 

The Believe It Or Not Quiz Night at Paraoa! Every Wednesday!

Book a table by emailing - [email protected]

Karaoke Night with local legend Sean O'Shea!

With the most top ten songs of any individual in New Zealand music history, Che-fu is one of the country’s most successful and beloved recording artists. Originally coming to the attention of Aotearoa NZ in the early 90's as one of the original members of iconic kiwi rock band Supergroove, Che went on to forge a career as a solo-artist writing and recording hip hop/soul chart topping songs such as "Chains" and "Misty Frequencies", and platinum selling albums such as "2b S. Pacific" and "The Navigator".

Che continues to perform on the NZ and Australasian circuit with his band the Kratez, and as an MC, and a DJ. A self confessed turntablist, Che has also judged the NZ DMC and NZ ITF DJ Battles multiple times and still spins regularly in his hometown of Auckland City.