Make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau this Raumati
Raumati (Summer) is here and it’s time to plan your perfect adventure in Tāmaki Makaurau.
From takutai moana (foreshore) to ngahere (forest), our incredible takiwā (region) is ready for you to enjoy with plenty of free summer events, pools, splashpads, playgrounds, paths, over 4000 parks and our refreshed city centre to explore.
What are you waiting for? Karanga rā te raumati… Summer is Calling.
Make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau this Raumati
Raumati (Summer) is here and it’s time to plan your perfect adventure in Tāmaki Makaurau.
From takutai moana (foreshore) to ngahere (forest), our incredible takiwā (region) is ready for you to enjoy with plenty of free summer events, pools, splashpads, playgrounds, paths, over 4000 parks and our refreshed city centre to explore.
What are you waiting for? Karanga rā te raumati… Summer is Calling.
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Enjoy great entertainment this summer
Throughout the summer, make the most of Auckland's new and reimagined city centre spaces, explore public art trails, visit our zoo, galleries and museums, and much more.
Explore Auckland's natural wonders
Explore our region this summer and take your pick of Auckland's stunning tracks, bush, maunga and walkways.
Make a splash this summer
Take a dip, make a splash and cool off around Auckland this summer at one of our region’s beaches, splashpads and pools.
Events across the region
Discover what's on near you and across the region this summer, from live music to movies, sports, family fun and more.
Your city centre refresh is calling
We invite you to nourish your soul with a summer refresh in our glittering city centre. Make a day of it and discover what’s new since you were here last.
50 fantastic fun and free things to do this summer
To provide some inspiration for the warm longer days, here are 50 free activities from across the region for you to enjoy a fun-filled summer in Tāmaki Makaurau.
How to keep safe in the water this summer
With long summer days finally here and your favourite swimming spot calling, now is a great time to think about how to stay safe around the water.
What to do for Auckland's birthday
Those of us who call Auckland home are fortunate to have our region’s birthday in the middle of summer. With so much on over the three-day weekend, we are also spoilt for choice with ways to celebrate.
Hauraki Gulf islands to explore this summer
Waiheke and Aotea / Great Barrier are just two of the dozens of islands in Hauraki Gulf and offer plenty of adventures perfect for a weekend getaway.
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Music in Parks 2023
Head to a park near your for a summer packed with free live music. More than sixty musical acts will perform across 17 events from Pukekohe in the south, through Helensville in...
Movies in Parks 2023
As the sun goes down, gather with friends and whānau for a picnic and movie under the stars. From animated kids flicks to recent blockbusters, we’re putting on a magical movie n...
Te Matatini Herenga Waka Herenga Tangata Festival 2023
Te Matatini is the biggest kapa haka festival in the Māori calendar, held over four days at Ngā Ana Wai Eden Park.
How Are You Ranui? Hauora Event
There will be light food and drinks (gold coin prices) with live busking musicians jazzing up the summer weather.
The Wingman Festival
A one-day bi-annual music festival held on Great Barrier Island on Auckland Anniversary Weekend.
Riverhaven Artland Summer Sculpture Weekend 2023
This is the fourth year in a row that the Blundell family have offered up their sculpture park to help support Franklin Hospice.
Bronze Adult Bike Skills
Learn to ride and develop your bike handling skills.
Auckland International Buskers Festival
Four full days of energetic displays of fire breathing, hula hoops, mime, rola bola, comedy, magic and so much more, our performers will leave you mystified and mesmerized!
E- Bike Maintenance Courses
Free course on how to fix the mechanics of your electric bike.