Bay Batucada - Brazilian samba drumming band in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

Cubadupa 2026
2026-03-28 17:45 - 18:45 (Pacific/Auckland) | Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
After an electrifying performance at CubaDupa 2024 and captivating Australian audiences in 2025, Bay Batucada is back to wow the Wellington crowds in 2026.
More than just a band, Bay Batucada is an experience. From parades to festivals, this powerful percussion group from Hawke’s Bay doesn’t just perform Brazilian samba music – they are pure percussive power.

National Youth Drama School Week 2026
2026-04-04 | National Youth Drama School, 153 Te Mata Road, Havelock North, New Zealand
Bay Batucada is proud to be a part of the opening of this year’s National Youth Drama School week!

Hygge Summer Sessions 2026
2026-04-04 | Hygge at Clifton Bay, 468 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, 4180
Bay Batucada will be at Hygge on Easter Saturday to play to the fabulous Clifton crowd! Don’t miss the amazing HB Soul Choir, who are also performing there. Koha entry

Asics Hawke's Bay Marathon 2026
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Elephant Hill, 86 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, New Zealand
Keep an ear out for us at Elephant Hill Winery as we welcome marathoners to the finish line!

Glow Orange Night Walk for Cranford Hospice 2026
2026-05-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Perfume Point, 46 Nelson Quay, Ahuriri, Napier, New Zealand
We’re delighted to be at the starting line for this event for the Cranford Hospice Hawke’s Bay.

Hastings Blossom Parade 2026
2026-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Hastings CBD
We’re back to celebrate with all the amazing groups and floats at this year’s Hastings Blossom Parade!
