/rss/central-auckland-events/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:12:07 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/junior-ranger-explorer-walk/ Join your Auckland Parks Ranger for an exciting opportunity to explore, learn, and discover the wonders of our fascinating park environments. Become an Auckland Parks Junior Ranger and dive into fun, hands-on activities in nature! Who can join:Junior... Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:39:50 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/school-holiday-robotics-workshops/ These school holidays come and join Te Whatu Stardome for a half-day of Mars Rover Robotics! In this 4-hour workshop you will build a LEGO Mars Rover, learn about rover design and basic coding to drive it across a Martian terrain. Each workshop also... Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:33:17 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/make-a-paper-flower-bouquet/ Drop in for this free creative activity where kids can create a simple flower bouquet from paper and felt. Afterwards, grab our “Fabulous Flowers” activity sheet, and explore the gardens. This activity is suitable for children of all ages. Parent and... Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:37:59 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/making-sun-catchers/ Create and decorate a suncatcher with the Re-Creators. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:32:22 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/nz-vr-dive-beneath-the-surface/ Dive into a world beneath the waves as you step inside a 360˚ virtual reality ocean adventure and come face-to-face with the beauty and challenges of our marine world. Developed by BLAKE NZ in partnership with New Zealand Geographic, the award-winning... Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:56:11 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/nga-whetu-o-ngahuru-the-stars-of-autumn/ Ngā Whetū o Ngahuru (The Stars of Autumn) is an interactive indoor planetarium experience. Gaze up at the night sky and learn about the stars from a Māori perspective. Learn how Māori see the skies above as a calendar system that gives us insight into... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:10:33 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/build-your-own-with-bunnings/ Bunnings will be back at the library to deliver a hands-on building workshop. Children will learn safe tool use while developing practical skills and confidence, and then proudly showing their whānau what they've built. This free event is for children... Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:33:02 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/glen-eden-library-april-school-holiday-programme/ Easter Paper Craft with Lene: Tuesday 7 April,10.30am It’s Easter time! Join us for a creative session, crafting beautiful nests filled with eggs using block printing techniques. Suitable for ages 5+. No registration required. Play with Clay Workshop:... Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:25:37 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/motat-april-holiday-experience/ Discover how numbers tell stories as we turn data science and statistics into hands-on holiday fun for the whole whānau at MOTAT.  Get ready to jump, test and vote with us these school holidays as we dive into the exciting world of data science and... Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:30:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/st-heliers-library-april-school-holiday-programme/ Easter Bunny Box Craft – St Heliers Library Tuesday 31 March  3.30  5.00pm Make a pop-up Easter bunny and decorate the box with cute paper eggs and craft materials!  For children aged 5 – 12 years. Adult supervision required for ages 5 –... Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:01:39 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/eco-festival-at-pt-chevalier-library/ Check the Pt Chevalier Library Facebook page or Instagram for any updates or changes.  Raranga Wānanga with Ahi Nyx (Booking Required) Saturday 21st March: 11am – 1pm Ages: 16+ Slow down and reconnect with our whenua this March in an eco-friendly... Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:20:08 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/game-a-thon-onehunga-library/ School Holiday Event - Game-a-thon Enjoy Giant Chess, Giant Jenga & Giant Connect4 in our foyer! Then head into the library for even more games like Monopoly, Snakes & Ladders, Battleships, Cluedo, Exploding Kittens. Bring friends or come and meet... Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:28:00 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/homebound-amrit-kaur/ Amrit Kaur’s HomeBound is an ode to memory, migration, and the delicate threads of belonging. Rooted in her Sikh-Punjabi heritage, the works draw upon motifs such as phulkari and bagh, honouring the craftsmanship of unknown artisans of Punjab while... Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:09:31 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/women-non-binary-artist-hui-tracing-desire-lines/ This is a creative workshop using print making and mindfulness to explore habitual routes that instill a sense of familiarity and belonging in our lives. Participants will be prompted to reflect on pathways that contribute to their wellbeing with the... Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:13:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/cycle-of-life/ Paper Magic: Making Recycled Paper Tuesday 7 April    2:00 – 3:30 pm Get hands on and creative as tamariki turn old paper into a lovely new sheet of paper. Space is limited. Please provide your children’s names, parent's name and  contact... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:40:32 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/april-school-holiday-programme/ CLUBHOUSE Loads of fun activities onsite everyday ADVENTURE SEEKERS Awesome adventures around the Auckland area: Event Cinemas Inflatable World Livewire Tip Top Ice Cream Factory Kiwi Valley Farm Clip n Climb and much more! Head to... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:38:17 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/oku-hoa-moana-my-ocean-friends/ Dive into Ngā Huhua: Abundance - a deep blue world teeming with life these April school holidays. Pick up your Ōku Hoa Moana - My Ocean Friends trail and follow the coral path through the galleries, discovering the vibrant citizens of the Moana beneath... Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:32:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/crochet-group/ Crochet, chat and make friends! Bring your own project or make something new with provided patterns. All skill levels are welcome! We are happy to get you started as a beginner. Please bring your own yarn and hook. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:09:11 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/talismans/ Talismans is an exhibition where jewellery and sculpture meet. These wearable pieces are not just adornments but living objects imbued with meaning, created to protect, comfort, and guide. The exhibition explores jewellery as both a sculptural art form,... Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:01:26 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/life-on-rugs/ Life on Rugs is a tactile and colour rich exploration of identity, emotion, and visual storytelling through the unexpected medium of hand-tufted rugs. Each piece functions as both object and image, merging the traditionally decorative with the... Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:22:15 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/medieval-magical-girl/ You’ve heard of Magical Girls. You’ve heard of Knights. But have you heard of the Medieval Magical Girl? Drawing from their experience as Japanese/ Pākehā, Jessica Miku blends the sparkle of magical girl anime with the lore of medieval chivalry to conjure... Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:41:36 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/body-as-stamp-carving-name-through-chinese-martial-arts/ Drawing from martial arts movements and principles, participants investigate how gestures can carve signatures.  To carve, reclaim, or reassert one’s name is to write oneself into a place.  Through guided martial arts session, we will... Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:18:30 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/tai-chi-for-health/ Tai Chi for Health programmes are accessible for just about anyone, they are easy-to-learn; safe and effective for health. A team of tai chi and medical experts created these programmes by combining authentic traditional tai chi, up-to-date medical... Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:40:00 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/helen-clark-in-six-outfits/ Helen Clark in Six Outfits By Fiona Samuels. A sharp, comedic exposé about power, gender and Helen Clark’s extraordinary journey. She didn't just break the glass ceiling; she ice-axed it. “Jennifer Ward-Lealand displays a genius comic timing.” – The... Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:51:28 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/the-ice-cream-is-melting/ Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But it’s a hot day and on the way home the ice creams begin to melt… Their journey home becomes an epic adventure that transforms important... Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:16:04 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/parnell-library-shared-reading-group/ Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a cup of tea. Last Monday of the month, excluding Public Holidays.  Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:18:55 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/low-sensory-hours/ Every Tuesday morning 10am–12pm, our current exhibition is set to a low-sensory experience, with calmer lighting, sound, and sensory elements. During this time, we can adjust sensory levels up or down to suit individual access needs and preferences.... Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:16:21 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/digital-together-online-council-services-drop-in-sessions/ Come along to a free drop-in session and learn how to use Auckland Council’s online services. We’ll show you how to log in to MyAuckland, explore the different services available, and answer any questions you have.Please bring your own laptop, phone, or... Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:37:20 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/yoga-and-art-immersion/ Yoga explores the expansiveness of what it is to be human – mind, body, spirit – in a non-competitive practice that allows individuals their own unique inquiry into the fascinating enigma of life. These hour-long Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up... Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:11:46 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/young-guns-skate-school/ 2 hour skateboarding classes for girls and boys with the Young Guns Skate School. Classes cater to all skill levels from children with no prior experience to advanced level skaters. Skateboards and helmets provided, or bring your own. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:47:47 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/wacky-wheels/ Roll on down for some wheelie good fun! Join the Out & About team for Wacky Wheels – an afternoon of laughter, movement, and all things on wheels. Whether it’s 1, 2, 3, or 4 wheels, the choice is up to you! We’ll have a whole range of wacky wheels for... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:01:29 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/silent-disco/ Choose Your Own Magical Audio Journey. Nau mai, haere mai to Silent Disco Kids Adventure — a 30-minute interactive audio experience filled with music, dance, riddles, laughter, and themed surprises. Families can join together, or tamariki can set off on... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:00:39 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/pop-up-play-pasifika-play/ Pasifika Play is a vibrant, inclusive activation that celebrates movement, connection, and cultural identity through play. Designed with Pacific communities in mind but open and welcoming to all this activation transforms everyday public spaces into safe,... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:59:32 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/pop-up-obstacle-course/ Are you the next Ninja Warrior? Jump, balance, crawl and throw your way through the Out and About obstacle course all! Perfect for young and old, our course is the best way to burn off some energy! We even have a special under 5's session at 10am for the... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:58:18 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/n0ughty-stuff/ A playful zero waste activity that can pop up at any event - sort through a variety of small junk items, learn about where our stuff comes from, and use those items to create a track for a small toy car to travel on. Encouraging play and wasting NOUGHT a... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:55:59 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/n0ughty-box/ A playful zero waste activity that can pop up at any event - We all know the creative power of the humble cardboard box... Using clever tools from Makedo and heaps of cardboard, participants are invited to learn about trees as a natural resource and craft... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:55:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/nature-play/ Nature Play aims to enhance your engagement with your local park- through play, exploration and education! Sessions play-based, crafting and nature education, designed to connect you and your tamariki /moko with nature, through nature-based activities... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:54:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/kayaking/ Our kayaking is with sit-on-top kayaks, and we can go up streams or in the ocean. Each session is an hour and we have 14 seats a session. We do 4 sessions in an activation, so there are 56 seats available for each activation. The goal of these hour-long... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:53:05 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/giant-stand-up-paddleboarding/ Our GSUPs are large, 17-foot boards and are very stable. It is suitable for those with low confidence around the water and for those who are less mobile or strong. Because it is just one board, there are many people paddling so it is not just a one person... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:52:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/junk-play/ Flyin’ Fun at the Park – Create, Play & Let Your Kite Soar. Nau mai, haere mai to Flyin’ Fun at the Park — come down and join the Out & About team for an afternoon of creativity, activity, and classic outdoor fun! No kite? Kāore he raru! We’ve got... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:50:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/hungerball/ Fast, fun football, hockey and other ball games played inside a specially-designed 6-sided inflatable arena. Hungerball suits all ages and abilities and is a great way of bringing communities together and making new friends through play. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:50:16 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/flying-fun/ Flyin’ Fun at the Park – Create, Play & Let Your Kite Soar. Nau mai, haere mai to Flyin’ Fun at the Park — come down and join the Out & About team for an afternoon of creativity, activity, and classic outdoor fun! No kite? Kāore he raru! We’ve got... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:46:03 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/dragon-beats/ Nau mai, haere mai to Dragon Beats — an engaging, family-friendly introduction to drumming, dragon dance, and Tai Chi fan movements. This uplifting activation promotes rhythm, coordination, focus, and teamwork, while strengthening whānau connection and... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:17:26 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/08/sandringham-community-playgroup/ We are a volunteer-led, parent-run community playgroup that has been operating in Sandringham for over 20 years. We are for children aged 5 years and under, their parents and caregivers. Stay for as little or as long as you like, on whichever days you... Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:47:07 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/onehunga-library-bookchat/ Bring along your latest read to share with a friendly community of fellow book lovers. Book Chat is held at Onehunga Library on the first Tuesday of each month. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:17:02 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/12/guided-tour-louise-bourgeois-in-private-view/ Join one of our expert Gallery Guides for a tour through Louise Bourgeois: In Private View. Louise Bourgeois: In Private View is the first solo exhibition in Aotearoa New Zealand of Louise Bourgeois, one of the most intriguing and influential artists of... Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:56:55 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/10/free-seniors-yoga/ Free Seniors Yoga led by Sally Haydon every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11am. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:50:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/09/artland-by-do-ho-suh-children/ The Gallery’s free family-friendly interactive experience, Artland is a collaborative hands-on clay installation designed by Do Ho Suh with his young daughters. Opening 20 September, Artland is an evolving sculptural environment created from children’s... Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:32:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2025/09/the-lightship/ Australasia’s Largest Lightwall, The Lightship, Launches New Art Season On Auckland’s Waterfront. Australasia’s largest lightwall, The Lightship, is set to launch its 2025–26 season next month, illuminating Auckland’s waterfront with its contemporary art... Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:19:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/05/taimoana-coastlines-art-in-aotearoa/ Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the wider Pacific region. Taking the concept of the coast, or shoreline, as a starting point, the exhibition navigates a sea of ideas, offering... Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:21:30 EST