Parks / Outdoors

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05 Dec 2025 - 22 Dec 2025

Christmas Lights 2025

This December, MOTAT shines bright once again as our museum grounds, heritage buildings and trams...

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

13 Dec 2025

Nature Journaling - Let's look at grasses

This is an ideal activity to do with children and this could be the start of lifetime love of the...

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...

01 Oct 2025 - 14 Apr 2026

Creative Nature Workshop Series

Creative Nature Workshops for Whānau.

14 Dec 2025

Āwhina Day

Bring your energy, curiosity, and aroha for Papatūānuku.

14 Dec 2025

Carols in the Park 2025

Join us for a festive evening of Christmas carols and uplifting musical performances as we celebr...

17 Dec 2025

Walking with Dinosaurs

We’ll take you on a guided walk to share the secrets and stories of these botanical giant trees.

News128 Results

Community 11 Dec 2025

8 top tips for a great outing outdoors

There’s nothing quite like a summer’s day in Tāmaki Makaurau – sun shining, tuis singing, pōhutukawa trees in full bloom.

Media Release 10 Dec 2025

Kaipātiki Reserve Triumphs: The Kaipara Crown Jewel Wins Outstanding Park Award and Green Flag Honour

Kaipātiki Reserve has been named most exceptional public space in Aotearoa.

14-24 year olds 1 Dec 2025

Green Road: A park for everyone to enjoy

This park at Green Road, Dairy Flat is a much-loved local spot with the community at its heart and a best-kept secret waiting for you to discover.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Dec 2025

Staying dry in the wetlands

Waiatarua Reserve walkways are getting some love to create a better walking experience.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Dec 2025

Go wild and make the most of camping this summer in Tāmaki Makaurau

Whether you prefer a more basic, back-to-nature tents-only campsite or a campervan/caravan experience, get ready for a unique and unforgettable escape with friends and whānau. 

14-24 year olds 1 Dec 2025

Building community and play at Red Beach Park

A favourite local spot for Red Beach families is the park on William Bayes Road, just a short stroll from the beach.

14-24 year olds 1 Dec 2025

North Shore Baseball finds its swing at Unsworth Heights

For North Shore City Baseball Club, the diamond at Caribbean Sportsfield has become an important part of life on the North Shore.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Nov 2025

Say “I Do” to Auckland Council’s most charming wedding venues

Your wedding day should be a reflection of your unique love story and Auckland Council literally holds the keys to some of the most enchanting, wedding-worthy locations around Tāmaki Makaurau.