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Nothing brings people together like music. That is why we provide the platform for an ever-developing programme of learning, expression and performance. We connect musicians of every skill level and genre to the residents of the Western Bay of Plenty and beyond. Committed to building social connections and cultural diversity through music we provide the space, the team and enthusiastic audience.
A supportive environment, eclectic and intriguing space offering boutique performances of music and theatre.
Fri, 06 DecThe Jam Factory06 Dec 2024, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmThe Jam Factory, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand06 Dec 2024, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmThe Jam Factory, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New ZealandJoin Ravines for a festive and moody evening of mellow melodies, emotionally driven ballads, and ethereal vocal layers—and, of course, a generous dose of Christmas spirit! Don your Yuletide cheer and head along for a night of relaxing live music before heading into the silly season.
Sat, 07 DecThe Jam Factory07 Dec 2024, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmThe Jam Factory, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand07 Dec 2024, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmThe Jam Factory, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New ZealandEngaging musically and mentally on stage (yep they’re a bit mental), this dynamic duo will have you singing along, and laughing till you snort out your most recent dinner. Highly entertaining.
Sat, 25 JanThe Jam Factory25 Jan 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmThe Jam Factory, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand
Sun, 26 JanThe Jam Factory26 Jan 2025, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pmThe Jam Factory, 159 17th Avenue, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand
Our team
Band & Deliver -Youth band initiative
Special Projects Feature:
Band and Deliver is an environment for young musicians & bands to look, listen, and learn. It opens the doors to whatever they want their musical journey to be. An exciting project returning to the Jam Factory this year with the mission to enable young people a hands on experience in live gig planning and performance in a nurtured environment steeped in collaboration.
About to kick off its second year showcasing a new lineup of new musical stars, Band and Deliver is a brainchild collaboration made up of the following musical champions:
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Aaron Wright - a Music Educator, Head of Department at Tauranga Boys college and seasoned musician.
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Marc Anderson - Event and Festival Producer, is also a musician with an incredible career working in production. He has worked with international acts such as Tom Jones, Shirley Basset, Jimmy Barnes, Mary J Blige, Prince and even Michael Jackson.
Along with the Jam Factory team, Nigel Gregory, and Bret Williams, both have a hardwired commitment to create accessible and supported opportunities to see young musicians flourish and to help develop their own audience and following.
"Band and Deliver is an exciting project that enables young musos and their peers to gain live music performance, production experience and confidence in a chilled and nurturing environment that is steeped in creative camaraderie. I have played drums since I was 12...I wanted to be a rock star and there was no local platform to help take the path to get there with confidence. Nowadays there are more avenues for young musicians if they want to have more fun with music and learn more and there is proof of this with the amount of young exceptional talent coming up through the ranks heading off to make their name nationally and globally succeeding in their dreams of a music career. Band and Deliver strives to be one of Tauranga’s local platforms to show it’s possible to to go far when they set their minds to it in music. Band and Deliver is a place where young people can communicate with each other musically, meet follow musicians, jam, and learn that it can be fun but also sound professional! Band and Deliver is not only for aspiring performers, but those interested to learn musicians’ stage craft – there’s a cooperative skill to learn between sound and performers on stage." - Marc Anderson
Season one featured some high energy acts and super talented singer-songwriters from Otumoetai College, Pāpāmoa College, Tauranga Boys college as well as other young independent musos. We hope to pump up the involvement this time round!
Acknowledgement for the sponsorship and support of the Creative Communities Scheme Tauranga, Maca Productions, The Incubator Creative Hub and the volunteer time of those who make these events possible
If you are a school-age performer, solo, duo or band, who wants to take part, or a sponsor looking to support this ongoing initiative please contact us.
Our space
Location
The Jam Factory is located in the Historic Village at 159, 17th Avenue -Tauranga. The Village was formerly a museum site back in the day, and features clusters of historic buildings - some relocated from historical places around New Zealand. The Village is home to 6 art galleries, designer boutiques, artisan shops, vinyl/record store, a barber, dance studios, The Whipped Baker Café, Whakairo Māori carving studio, a theatre, a boutique cinema, sculpture trails, murals, craft workshops, ceramics & pottery studios, a restaurant, The Men's Shed, a photography studio and plant nursery, upcycled clothing boutiques and many community organisations.
Type of events
Our venue can be used for a range of events including; Music performances, theatre shows, comedy performance, dance performances, corporate creative functions, meetings, team building workshops and yoga classes.
Parking
We have free on-street parking spaces on 17th Avenue. Performers can arrange with the team to get access for packing and unpacking gear.
Wall murals
We pride ourselves on being a vibrant, colourful and creative hub so it was important to us to make our spaces reflect the same values! It was our mission to connect with local artists to bring bold and bright colours into our spaces and that is exactly what they have done!
Artist
Rachel Denny
Jam Factory back wall
