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Arts 5 Jan 2025

Rainy day activities to keep the kids entertained

When the weather outside is frightful, there are plenty of delightful indoor activities around Tāmaki Makaurau for the whole family to participate in.

Arts 18 Dec 2024

Young Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei ringatoi (artist) reawakens Auckland’s sense of place to the Waihorotiu Stream

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland Council) and Watercare are enabling a budding ringatoi to creatively express the stories of place through street art in the central Tāmaki (Auckland) city centre.

Arts 18 Dec 2024

'Ka Tū Te Mana o Waihorotiu'

Stories behind the artwork displayed on the hoardings of three new wastewater upgrade construction sites in Auckland's centre city.

Parks / Outdoors 4 Dec 2024

Explore these epic filming locations in Auckland

Auckland is a go-to filming location for many top directors.

Arts 28 Nov 2024

Beyond the beaches: Waiheke's hidden gems

Waiheke is known for its world-class beaches, vineyards and adventure tourism but this little piece of paradise has plenty of budget-friendly options for visitors looking to explore the art and culture of this unique spot.

Council news 22 Nov 2024

Bringing arts to our communities

Auckland’s Creative Communities Scheme is open for applications. 

Arts 20 Nov 2024

Honouring Hingaia in sculpture at Karaka

Waiohua chieftainess Hingaia is celebrated at the park that bears her name in Karaka.

Arts 19 Oct 2024

Retro arcade machines meet art in the latest interactive exhibition at Studio One - Toi Tū

Retro arcade machines are transformed into art installations at Studio One - Toi Tū, Auckland Council’s community art facility in Ponsonby, this month.

Events141 Results

21 Feb 2026 - 22 Mar 2026

Marbled Clay on the Wheel

Create mesmerizing marbled ceramic vases and cups by combining contrasting coloured clay and shap...

13 Dec 2025 - 21 Mar 2026

Basque Park Summer Series

Set in the park’s natural amphitheatre, the event will feature live music, roaming performers, ar...

22 Mar 2026

A Bailar

Get ready to move and smile with Tierra Viva, Auckland’s Colombian dance group, performing at Bot...

22 Mar 2026

Ngā Oro o Te Moana

Learn how they are played and made, create your own, and discover more about this critically enda...

22 Mar 2026

Step into Chile with Kunza Dance Group

Feel the heartbeat of Chile right here in Botany Library with Kunza Dance Group, performing as pa...

22 Mar 2026

Traditional Japanese Stitching & Thimble making

Explore the history and cultural roots of Sashiko.

22 Mar 2026

Waiheke's World of Cultures Festival

Celebrate our diverse and unique cultural communities with food stalls, cultural performances, ar...

22 Mar 2026

World of Cultures in Waiuku

Celebrate the many cultures of Franklin with a lively festival in the heart of Waiuku.