/rss/central-auckland-events/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:36:38 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/encore-exhibition-curator-tour/ Join our curators for a guided tour through our latest exhibition, Encore! Led by Associate Curators Marilyn Portman and Zoë Colling of Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, this tour offers a deeper understanding of the exhibition and highlights... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:35:35 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/nirantharam-permanence/ Sri Lankan Tamil diasporic communities are shaped by journeys of resilience. Stretching back over a century to the island then known as Ceylon, colonial labour movements established permanent Tamil populations across parts of Southeast Asia. From... Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:18:32 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/2026/06/encore-curator-tour/ Join our curators for a guided tour through our latest exhibition, Encore! Led by Associate Curators Marilyn Portman and Zoë Colling of Auckland Libraries’ Heritage Collections, this tour offers a deeper understanding of the exhibition and highlights... Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:17:25 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/2026/06/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/2026/06/winter-light-cathedral/ Wander through a glowing tunnel of light and feel the magic of winter come alive! Step inside Winter Light Cathedral - a dazzling, walk-through experience made from tens of thousands of tiny LED lights. Inspired by the sweeping arches of grand church... Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:44:21 EST 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... Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:53:20 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... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:17:59 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/2026/06/world-press-photo-and-doc-edge-immersive-exhibition/ World Press Photo and Doc Edge unites global photojournalism and immersive storytelling for the first time in Aotearoa. Doc Edge Festival and the Rotary Club of Auckland are proud to announce World Press Photo & Doc Edge Immersive Exhibition 2026, a... Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:05:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/herb-gardening-workshop/ Join this free workshop and learn how to grow and care for fresh herbs at home. Hosted by Diabetes Foundation Aotearoa and Chinese Conservation Education Trust. Wed, 27 May 2026 08:27:48 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/doc-edge-festival-2026/ Welcome to Doc Edge 2026 - a documentary festival like no other! 75 films, 12 immersive projects, 1 industry event. And an Oscar®-qualifying awards ceremony. Doc Edge is the home for storytelling that changes your world, and the Asia-Pacific centre for... Tue, 26 May 2026 08:37:36 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/learn-to-ride-classes-for-adults/ Auckland Transport is offering a series of adults learn to ride courses. Beginner classes for those who have never ridden a bike before and on the road classes for those looking at cycling more and driving less. Mon, 25 May 2026 09:38:10 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/kids-learn-to-ride/ Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. Whether they're starting on a balance bike or making the transition to pedals, this course will teach kids aged 2–13... Mon, 25 May 2026 09:37:09 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/bike-maintenance-courses/ Our Bike maintenance course shows you what each part of a bike is and how it works. Learn what you need to do to maintain it so that you stay safe and get the most life out of your bicycle. Mon, 25 May 2026 09:36:44 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/tech-cafe-mt-albert/ Need help navigating your devices? Tech Cafe is here to help! Librarians will be on site ready to sit down one-on-one with you and help! We'll be here at Mt Albert Library 10am to 11.30am every Friday! Thu, 14 May 2026 12:41:54 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/english-conversation-club-mt-albert/ Join us for our free weekly English Conversation Club at Mt Albert Library. This relaxed and welcoming session is a great opportunity to practice your English communication skills, build confidence and connect with others in the community. Whether you are... Wed, 13 May 2026 15:08:51 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/wriggle-and-rhyme-mt-albert/ Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged two years and under. Join us for a free fun session that uses resources and music to support the development of your baby or... Wed, 13 May 2026 13:53:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/fun-fridays-mt-albert/ A fun after school activity for primary school aged children.  Enjoy drop-in sessions: History Hub: Test your knowledge with a fun quiz, then recreate a game / activity from the past. Sensory Time: Enjoy a quiet session of engaging activities that... Tue, 12 May 2026 09:45:52 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... Mon, 11 May 2026 14:49:29 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/sugar/ A chaotic and hilarious tale of a kept Sugar Baby. Theatrical, outrageous, silly and sexy, the company behind Daffodils returns with an award-winning cabaret about Sugar - a radiantly beautiful gender-fluid twink... Fri, 08 May 2026 12:59:22 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/foyer-follies/ Catch a glimpse of the future with our resident Tarot and Palm Readers, bringing a touch of otherworldly magic to the cabaret. Whether you’re chasing destiny or craving a little drama, their readings will add an enchanting twist to your night. Ringmaster... Fri, 08 May 2026 11:41:42 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/2026/06/simply-brill/ A celebration of the songs, stories and songwriters who shaped a generation. Step inside the legendary Brill Building, the New York hit factory where a generation of teenage songwriters reinvented pop music and the sounds of the 60s. In Simply Brill,... Fri, 08 May 2026 09:30:31 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/champagne-lounge/ Wander up the staircase at The Civic and find yourself at the Champagne Lounge - an intimate hideaway fizzing with late-night charm. Raise a glass, feel the vibe and let cabaret’s finest musicians surprise you with pop-up jazz performances throughout the... Fri, 08 May 2026 09:25:37 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/the-piano-bar/ With virtuoso pianists Robin Kelly and Jason Te Mete ready to tackle any tune, and a different host each night, this afterhours playground brings cabaret stars and audiences together in a joyful free-for-all. Step up and claim the mic for your favourite... Fri, 08 May 2026 08:56:24 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/cheeky-cabaret/ Where desire, danger and comedy ignite. Cheeky Cabaret isn’t just a show - it’s a riotous, genre-bending night out that fuses circus, vaudeville, comedy and new burlesque into one deliciously unrestrained spectacle. Born from the creators of international... Fri, 08 May 2026 08:46:50 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/vocal-lessons/ This 6-8 week one-on-one singing programme is designed to build strong foundations and help you feel more confident in your voice. The one-on-one format means each session can be tailored to you, allowing space to address your individual questions,... Wed, 06 May 2026 15:19:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/financial-literacy-programme/ Come along for a free whānau friendly financial literacy programme. Wed, 06 May 2026 08:51:28 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/the-blue-dome/ This exhibition presents new work by Iranian born, Tāmaki Makaurau based artist Selina Ershadi. Working with film, sound and text developed during recent trips to Tehran and in Tāmaki Makaurau, she explores the politics of recording personal stories.... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:07:05 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/rhymetime-city-centre/ Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their caregivers. Suitable for ages 18 months to three years. Older pre-schoolers are also welcome. Sessions are 30 minutes and run during the school term only. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:18:08 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/rhymetime-mt-roskill/ Rhymetime is a fun and free session with music, songs, movement and finger rhymes. For preschoolers aged 18 months to 3 years. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:17:38 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/wriggle-and-rhyme-glen-innes/ Wriggle & Rhyme is a fun, interactive session for toddlers and their caregivers. Tamariki can wriggle, clap, and dance while enjoying songs, rhymes, and waiata together. It’s a playful way for whānau to support early language, movement, and meet other... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:47:54 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/the-little-leys-classic-film-club/ The Leys Institute Little Library’s Film Club screens famous, influential and entertaining masterpieces of twentieth-century cinema. Our second series for 2026, Stop the Press, features six films about the traditional news media’s role in life and... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:18:15 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 are play based, crafting and nature education, designed to connect you and your tamariki/moko with nature.  Activities are aimed at... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:12:23 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/drop-in-ceramic-studio/ Looking for time to focus on a project or need some technical advice? Join us on Fridays to work independently in our fully equipped ceramics studio. These weekly drop-in sessions are perfect for practitioners seeking studio space to develop their own... Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:46:54 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/teen-artwork/ In a fully equipped art studio including professional grade materials, students work progressively to develop their own visual language. Experienced artist and tutor, Tanja, supports students and encourages research and exploration into art history,... Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:53:19 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/03/storytime/ Storytime is a warm and welcoming library session for young children and their caregivers. Tamariki and their whānau can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes together while building early language and listening skills. It’s a wonderful way to share a love of... Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:58:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/bookchat-at-little-leys/ Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read! Bookchat @ Little Leys takes place on the fourth Thursday of the month, from 10-11am. All welcome! Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:30:02 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/06/sons-of-vao/ Sons of Vao By Vela Manusaute. Forged in fire, bound by blood. “Moving and powerful.” – Adam NZ Play Awards Vao is a warrior. A charming, handsome man, he carries rage in his fists and danger in his eyes. But, to his three sons, he is a god. “We follow... Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:33:57 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/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