Upcoming Events
Friday, 26 September - 8PM
Tickets $60 via Eventfinda (bang this link)
More to come - read more here but tickets are selling FAST!
Past Events
Thursday, 31 July - 7PM
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ALL OTHERS WELCOME TO JOIN AND WATCH!
All you singles out there…. It’s time to find your winter snuggle buddy! And we’re here to help you!
What: Rosemarys Speed Dating
When: Thursday July 31st, 7pm - Late
Who Can Join? 20-35yr olds
Register yourself, your mate, your sibling, maybe even your mum or dad… if they meet the age bracket of course.
DM to register or pop in to get your name down!
XOXO,
Rosemarys
Friday, 25 July - Time TBA
FREE ADMISSION
Come and join us for a night of emotionally-charged songs, soaring harmonies, and a dynamic set with doors opening at TBA.
About In the Shallows:
Led by the captivating voice of Welsh songwriter Danni Davis, In The Shallows are bringing their lush, harmony-drenched indie-folk-pop sound to town this winter. With nearly 100 shows nationwide under her belt, including main stage festival slots and a sold-out hometown show filmed for Mood.live (JuiceTV) with a a stellar new lineup, the band is hitting the road with special guests on strings and harp (exclusive to Auckland/Wellington shows)
Saturday, 19 July - 9PM
FREE ADMISSION
Metadeth is back to Taupo, this time for a longer set on another evening of thrashing all around, come on over to have a drink and bang your heads to the 2 best thrash bands ever, Metallica and Megadeth in a tribute FREE ENTRY night!
About Metadeth:
A couple of weeks back, Rosie's hosted Shake The Lake Taupo, where folks here got an earful from Metadeth - and now they're back. We got a lot of rave reviews from patrons and we're excited for their return to the boozer!
Saturday, 12 July - 8PM
FREE ADMISSION
Come and join us for a night of electronic goodness with specials guests General Kala kicking things off at 8pm.
About General Kala:
Taking their lead from classic analog-synth acts of the late 1970s and early '80s, as well as progressive and rock luminaries of both decades, General Kala can be described as "Ultravox meets Kate Bush,"
Kala infuses visceral, soaring, melodic dance composition with vintage synthesis and syncopated rhythm.
Vox - Christina Cusiel
Synths - Jonny Spence
Drums - Darren Mathiassen
Saturday, 28 June - 9PM
GA Tickets: $30 (link)
Book Your Tickets on the Sonorous Band Website
Come and join us for a night of Heavy Psychedelic Blues Rock, with specials guests "The Outlaws" kicking things off at 9pm.
About Sonorous:
Sonorous is a powerhouse blues rock trio from Taupō, New Zealand, delivering high-octane live shows and a raw, soul-charged sound. Since forming in 2021, they’ve earned a fierce reputation for their explosive stage presence and passionate musicianship.
Featuring Lucian McDermott (lead vocals/guitar), Khani Te Mete (bass), and Cooper Paalvast (drums), Sonorous blends gritty blues with driving rock rhythms, creating a sound that’s both fresh and timeless. Their dynamic performances have lit up stages across New Zealand and Australia, building a loyal fanbase and critical acclaim.
The band has shared stages with legendary acts like Simple Minds, Collective Soul, Texas, Pseudo Echo, and Grant Haua, and performed at major events including Greenstone Entertainment’s Summer Concert Series, one of the country's top music festivals.
With a wave of original music recently released and a debut album in progress, Sonorous continues to push boundaries with energy, creativity, and an unshakable love for the blues.
True to their name, Sonorous lives up to its definition of “producing sound, full and loud in an impressive style"
Friday, 20 June - 9PM
FREE SHOW!
Tauranga ruffians Hemordroid make their way south stopping at the legendary Rosemarys Bar for one show with good mates and fellow miscreants Illicit Wah Wahs (Raglan) and Wellington 3 piece Tritone!
Expect a night of salivating riffs, rusty beards and rock n roll
Saturday, 14 June - 8PM
FREE ENTRY
Join Say Or Do for a massive night of live original music at Rosemary’s Bar, right in the heart of Taupō. We’re stoked to be headlining this show and bringing our full EP, SHIFTING PARADIGMS to the biggest of small stages - expect alt-rock energy, catchy hooks, and a few surprises.
We’re joined by Kessel (Whanganui), who blew us away in the Naki with their punchy, hard-hitting alt-rock vibes. Super tight, and sounding massive!
Opening the night is Danny Rascal, bringing set packed with the raw energy of his recent album THURSDAY'S CHILD: think old school rock, grunge, punk and a bit of ska attitude thrown in. One man, a guitar, and zero chill.
It’s loud, it’s live, it’s local. Come hang!!
Friday, 13 June - 8PM
GA Tickets $30 (plus booking fee)
Book Online @ UTR Website
With Racing's third album on the way, the band are taking their new single, Mystery Love, for a spin around the North Island.
Like always, the AMA winners will be rolling out a set with all the hits—Run Wild, Motel Pool, and Out of the Night to name a few!
Sunday, 8 June - Two Shows! 3PM/6PM
GA Tickets $43 - Book Online (Humanitix)
TICKETS ARE ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Saturday, 7 June - 9PM
Free Show
Welcome back to the Boozer, gang!
Saturday, 31 May at 9PM - FREE ENTRY
Powder Chutes debut album will be released on 11th April, and to celebrate it we're heading out on tour.
Taupo it’s your turn and we're bringing our friends HAAST HUNTER (Hamilton) and THE BUMS (Wellington) along for the ride.
Saturday, 26 April - 9PM - Free Entry
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Saturday, 5 April - 9PM
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29 March 2025
Bands Performing:
The B.U.Ms (Wellington)
Fairly Obvious (Taupo)
Photos of the Birthday Party
21 March 2025
Opening Act: Dave and the Dirty Humans (Wellington)
Photos: Soon!