/rss/central-auckland-events/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:40:46 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/encore-artboards/ Enjoy this small glimpse of the taonga held within Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, available to explore via Kura Heritage Collections Online.  These photographs show a range of musical moments in Tāmaki Makaurau. From a school music festival... Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:18:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/listen-up/ Listen up! showcases some of the different ways people have enjoyed music - from sheet music to iPods - through material held in Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections. The display celebrates the history of Auckland Libraries’ music collection and its... Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:18:22 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/restore-waikowhai/ Anyone is welcome to join us to help restore unique, beautiful nature spaces in Waikōwhai! Are you ready to make a difference? Help native biodiversity thrive in Waikōwhai and Lynfield by working together to create savehaven pockets where native species... Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:18:33 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/whai/ Whai is a captivating light-based artwork by artist Janine Williams (Ngāti Paoa, Ngāti Whātua ki Kaipara, Ngāti Mahuta), launching during Matariki and inspired by the traditional Māori string game. It reflects the connection between ancient knowledge and... Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:28:01 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/wildlife-photographer-of-the-year/ The longest running and most prestigious nature photography competition in the world, direct from London's Natural History Museum. A must-see, world-class exhibition enjoyed all over the world by nature lovers and photographers. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:25:50 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/maori-cuisine-cooking-class/ Learn to cook fresh, seasonal kai with Māori flavours in this hands-on workshop. This welcoming session invites you to explore simple cooking techniques using garden-grown ingredients while connecting with others. No experience needed and everyone is... Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:06:30 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/walk-on-the-wild-side-gallery-encounters/ These school holidays, step into a world where museum specimens come to life through story, imagination and your help! Meet two larger than life wildlife enthusiasts who will be romping through our natural sciences galleries from 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm... Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:27:14 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/mendelssohn-s-violin/ Featuring: Violin: Benjamin Beilman Conductor: Giordano Bellincampi Enjoy: Schubert: Overture in the Italian Style in D Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto Beethoven: Symphony No.2 ‘A violin concerto in E minor keeps running through my head,’ Mendelssohn... Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:02:28 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-grey-lynn/ Come along and enjoy our fun school holiday activities! Matariki Lantern Magic | Wednesday 8 July, 10am - 11am  Enjoy papercraft with the stars! Worm Farming For Kids Workshop | Thursday 16 July, 10.30am - 11.30am Join Laura (from Compost... Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:40:13 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/print-with-pasifika-pattern/ Join our Samoa tutor Felicia for a creative printmaking session inspired by Pasifika design. We will explore pattern, shape and repetition while using upcycled materials to create unique stencil prints. Learn simple printmaking techniques and experiment... Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:22:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/time-travellers-quiz/ Quiz. Play. Win. Calling all time travellers - step inside Heritage New Zealand properties, Highwic and Alberton and travel back to the late 1800's. See if you've got what it takes to crack the Time Travellers' Quiz. Explore the houses and hunt for clues.... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:46:46 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/constellations/ Set under the stars of Matariki, this Aotearoa adaptation by Nī Dekkers-Reihana reimagines Nick Payne’s award-winning play through a te ao Māori lens. An astrophysicist and a beekeeper meet at the summit of Maungawhau, drawn together by curiosity and... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:40:27 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/good-yarns/ Learn knitting or crochet at the library! All abilities welcome, yarn and accessories provided. Suitable for ages 14+. Children under 14 are to be supervised by a parent or guardian. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:31:25 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-central-city-library/ Come and explore the whetū of Matariki at Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero! The Whetū of Matariki | Saturday 4 July - Sunday 19 July (all day) An exhibition of whetū and their stories, featuring artwork by AUT design student Te Awanui-a-Rangi Clark. The... Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:22:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/the-stars-of-matariki-nga-whetu-o-matariki/ Drop into the museum and watch the story of Matariki unfold through a sand art short film. This recorded work by award-winning artist Marcus Winter (The Sandman) uses sand to create images that shift and change before your eyes. Grounded in Te Ao Māori,... Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:47:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-pt-chevalier/ Enjoy our fun school holiday activities at Pt Chevalier Library! Register to book your spot.  Nau Mai Haere Mai Poi-Making | Saturday 4 July, 10am - 12pm  Celebrate Matariki with Whaea Deidre and learn how to make poi from recycled... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:40:54 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-st-heliers/ Enjoy our July Matariki School Holiday Programme at St Heliers Library! Fun with LEGO St Heliers Library | Tuesday 7 July, 2 - 4pm and Thursday 16 July, 2 - 4pm Drop in for fun afternoons of building with LEGO! Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Adult... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:14:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/out-about-winter-programme-mt-roskill/ Warm up this winter at Mt Roskill War Memorial Hall with a fantastic line-up of free activities for the whole whānau! Sessions include: Dragon Beats with SportHub Cardboard pop-up creative play with Creative Kids Collective Pasifika Pop Up Play Korean... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:32 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/out-about-winter-programme-western-springs/ Beat the winter chill with a packed programme of free activities at Western Springs Community Hall! Whether you're after creative play, high-energy fun or something a little different, there's something for the whole whānau. Activities across our sessions... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:54 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/out-about-winter-programme-maungakiekie-tamaki/ There's plenty happening across Maungakiekie-Tāmaki this winter, with free activities for tamariki and whānau at multiple locations in the area! Head to Glen Innes Community Hall for Loose Parts Play with Junky Monkeys - an open-ended, creative play... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:41 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/dinosaur-discovery-track-experience/ A highly immersive educational experience of awe-inspiring creatures from the Cretaceous and Jurassic periods between 200 - 66 million years ago! The track features 20 animatronic replicas of 15 different species that move and roar - created by... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:23:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-with-auckland-council-pools-and-leisure/ Give your kids an unforgettable winter break filled with fun, adventure and new friendships at our Auckland Council Pools and Leisure School Holiday Programme! These winter holidays, we’ve lined up the perfect mix of cosy indoor activities, exciting... Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:54:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-waiheke/ Enjoy our fun Matariki themed school holiday activities! Matariki Raft Workshop | Tuesday 7 July, 2pm - 3.30 pm Build a miniature raft using flax fibres as rope while learning about resourcefulness and traditional Māori materials. Space is limited. To... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:25:05 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-motat/ This July, explore how lenses and optics shape the way we see everything around us. Make your own 3D glasses, draw an anaglyph image and see the world of MOTAT in 3D. Experiment with mirrors, black panels and reflective surfaces on a large-scale light... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:03:21 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-epsom/ Come along and enjoy fun school holiday activities at Epsom Library! Saturday 4 July, 1.30pm - 3.30pm | Cantonese Storytime and Craft Come celebrate NZ Chinese Language Week with us at our bilingual storytime and craft in English and Cantonese. No booking... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:49:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-mt-roskill/ Join us for some exciting events during the school holidays! Love Food Hate Waste | Saturday 4 July, 10.30am - 12pm Make a snack dip and discover the beauty of edible plants! For ages 8+. Book through the Compost Collective’s website. Chinese Language and... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:55:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/school-holidays-mt-albert/ Join us these July School Holidays and celebrate Matariki! Saturday 4 July, 11am - 12.30pm | Wā Tamariki Come explore the world of te ao, and meet some of our wāhine atua (Māori goddesses) in line with Matariki celebrations. We will sing, share stories... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:32:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/go-beyond-the-book/ Come and join us in a series of workshops to help you get the most out of your library - from eBooks to film streaming. Come and explore the many free resources your library has to offer! Workshop Information There will be six workshops, with each session... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:36:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/braincharge-central/ Specially created for adults, BrainCharge is all about building connections and supporting mental wellbeing. Our sessions are packed with fun, engaging activities that get you moving, thinking and feeling good. BrainCharge will help:  boost brain... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:50:39 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/twilight-mahjong-club/ Join us for Twilight Mahjong Club, the perfect way to unwind after work, lectures or a busy day. Enjoy the relaxing rhythm of the tiles, meet new people, and make some friends in a friendly, welcoming space. Never played before? No problem! We’ve got... Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:27:46 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/matariki-potluck-and-art/ Free community event for all to come through and celebrate Matariki together through kai and art. Warm food, art, and music! Wed, 20 May 2026 11:17:18 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/movement-therapy-for-mamas-and-bubbas/ We are thrilled to have Rewa Fowles facilitating these sessions. Through ‘Movement Therapy for Mamas and Bubbas’ Rewa desires to cultivate a space where mamas and their children are welcome to unapologetically be themselves through creative movement. A... Fri, 08 May 2026 10:31:07 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... Tue, 05 May 2026 09:27:34 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/ukulele-club/ Strum, sing, socialise! Bring your own ukulele and join the fun. See you there! Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:54:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/guided-tour-of-forever-tomorrow-chinese-art-now/ Join one of our expert Gallery Guides for a tour of Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now. This exhibition presents fresh takes on traditional Chinese crafts, playful robotic sculptures and meditative digital landscapes. Forever Tomorrow reveals the... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:04:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/encore/ Encore! celebrates how live music brings people together through collective experience. The exhibition looks at ways connection happens through live music: being emotionally moved by a performance, connections between those on stage and those in the... Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:52:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/digital-drop-in/ Need a little help with your phone? Got a question about e-readers for your commute? Stop by Wesley Community Centre's foyer during the Friday markets with your own device and chat with our friendly mobile librarian - 15 minutes per issue unless there is... Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:27:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/all-together-now-choirs/ All Together Now singing opportunities for 2026  This year we are offering more choices than ever before in our quest to provide choirs that meet a range of singers' needs. For the first time, we will offer the new concept, Singing Club. We are also... Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:22:05 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... Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:51:30 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/yoga-vinyasa/ Yoga in a friendly environment, connecting with breath and body, releasing stress. Yoga Vinyasa is characterised by a series of flowing sequences along with poses that are held.  Breath and movement are linked, encouraging the mind to turn inward.... Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:37:43 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/death-cafe-onehunga/ Death Cafe is an international initiative that aims to increase awareness of death and help people make the most of their (finite) lives. A monthly group-led discussion about death with no agenda. All are welcome in our safe space to reflect on life’s... Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:57:51 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/wonderful-world-of-tiger-worms-workshop-for-kids/ A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau. Children will meet tiger worms and learn how they turn food scraps into fertiliser. This playful session includes hands-on activities and wiggly worm fun. It suits children aged 3–9 years. Each... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:15:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/01/microgreens-workshop-for-kids/ A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers. Children will learn why reducing food waste matters and how to grow microgreens at home. Each child will make a take-home growing kit using recycled materials. This workshop suits... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:13:19 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/knitting-group-remuera-library/ The Library Living Room Knitting Group meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Come along and meet fellow knitters and enjoy a cup of coffee while you knit and talk. Some members knit for babies in Middlemore Hospital and others work on a... Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:12:17 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/07/eddie-izzard-performs-shakespeare-s-hamlet/ This production comes directly from her critically acclaimed solo performances of Shakespeare’s HAMLET, which were triple-extended in New York, Chicago, and London. Nominated for New York’s: Drama League’s Distinguished Performance Award and Outer... Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:42:23 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/2025/08/friday-night-board-games/ Come along to the Central Library and play some board games! Break out the old classic games or try a new one, bring your friends or family along, and engage in some friendly (or not so friendly) competition! Everyone welcome! Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:16:12 EST