Kids will get a chance to ride with sports stars in classic cars ahead of the matinee performance of the Kāpiti Variety Concert at Southwards on Wednesday 15 April.
Netball star Ameliaranne Ekenasio, and basketball legends John Saker and Angelo Robinson will be on hand to ride with kids in the classic cars on the Southwards circuit. Organisers are offering two rides for $5 so it should be a popular attraction. The rides are from 11.30am to 2pm with the matinee performance starting at 2.30pm.
The popular Kāpiti Variety Concert returns to Southwards Theatre on Wednesday 15 April 2026, with performances at 2.30pm and 7.00pm. Following the success of the previous show supporting the Sir Jon Trimmer Youth Arts Bursary, this year’s concert will raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities, which supports families when their child is in a hospital away from home.
A colourful line-up of local and national talent includes Tina Cross ONZM performing with Australian musician John Bettison. Other performers include Andrew and Kirsten London, Sam Manzanza, Jess Deacon, Unity Wara, Michelle Scullion, Steve Poulton, Carylann Martin, The Crimson Club, and the Big Little Uke Band. The programme also features performances from students of Kāpiti, Paraparaumu and Ōtaki Colleges, along with local dancers from Sweet Studios.
All proceeds from the event will support Ronald McDonald House Charities. Please note, Tina Cross will perform only at the 7.00 pm show.
Ronald McDonald House Variety Concert Wednesday, 15 April · 2:30pm & 7:00pm
To Book: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/ronald-mcdonald-house-variety-concert/kapiti-coast