Celebrate culture and community with ethnic clubs across New Zealand
Ethnic clubs bring together people who share cultural heritage, traditions, and languages. In New Zealand, these clubs provide spaces for cultural exchange, celebration, and connection, enriching communities with diversity and shared identity.
📍 Otakeho, Taranaki
Join Taranaki Irish Social Club in Taranaki for Irish culture, St Patrick's Day events, Gaelic football, and the Rose of Tralee contest. Celebrate heritage today!
📍 Monaco, Nelson, Nelson
Join Alliance Francaise Club in Nelson for French language and culture events. Enjoy weekly Conversation Cafe gatherings in a friendly atmosphere. Open to all!
An ethnic club is a group formed around shared cultural backgrounds. Clubs often host cultural events, festivals, and language activities, and provide opportunities for members to connect with others from similar heritages.
They may also support new migrants, offering social networks and practical help with settling into New Zealand life.
📍 Otakeho, Taranaki
Join Taranaki Irish Social Club in Taranaki for Irish culture, St Patrick's Day events, Gaelic football, and the Rose of Tralee contest. Celebrate heritage today!
📍 Monaco, Nelson, Nelson
Join Alliance Francaise Club in Nelson for French language and culture events. Enjoy weekly Conversation Cafe gatherings in a friendly atmosphere. Open to all!
Ethnic clubs promote belonging, pride, and cultural preservation. Members enjoy social activities, traditional celebrations, and opportunities to share heritage with wider communities.
They also provide friendship, support, and a sense of identity for individuals and families in a multicultural environment.
New Zealand’s multicultural society is reflected in ethnic clubs across the country, representing a wide variety of cultures and communities. These clubs play a vital role in celebrating diversity and strengthening cultural connections.
By joining an ethnic club, people can enjoy both cultural expression and the chance to share traditions with others.