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Make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau

Tāmaki Makaurau has something for everyone. Sing and dance along to fantastic local and international tunes, enjoy the thrills and spills of spectacular sporting events, relax with your whānau with a movie under the stars or explore Auckland’s arts, culture and vibrant city centre.

There is an Auckland adventure calling for you.

News97 Results

Summer 1 Dec 2023

10 delightful moments to experience on Karangahape Road this summer

Welcome to the free spirit of Auckland’s city centre. Edgy, diverse and authentic, Karangahape Road is now an uber-modern, smoothly functioning street.

Development 1 Dec 2023

Discover the magic where Queen Street meets the sea

It’s the coveted spot in New Zealand’s Monopoly boardgame. It’s New Zealand’s premier street. It fires up the passion of Aucklanders. It’s a dynamic place. And the lower end of Queen Street is all shiny and new and ready for you to visit.

Climate action 28 Nov 2023

El Niño to blow hot and cold this summer

Don't get caught short this summer - check water tanks regularly

Parks / Outdoors 27 Nov 2023

Best Auckland walks reopen for summer

Check out some of Auckland's best walks for the Summer period

Auckland's Future In Progress 27 Nov 2023

8 fun ways for kids to play at Wynyard Quarter

Let your kids’ imaginations run wild with endless ways to play at Wynyard Quarter.

Auckland's Future In Progress 27 Nov 2023

Top 10 ways to experience our ever changing downtown

Discover ten awe-inspiring things on Auckland’s waterfront. Some weren’t even here last summer, and some have been here for more than a century. Your walking shoes are calling.

Summer 23 Nov 2023

Discover 5 of Auckland's best swimming spots

These beaches offer some of the best swimming spots in Auckland, so check them out when you need to cool off this summer.

Summer Events 16 Nov 2023

Waitangi ki Manukau returns for 2024 with Savage, Che Fu & The Kratez and Annie Crummer headlining

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council and Manukau Urban Māori Authority (MUMA) are thrilled to announce the return of Waitangi ki Manukau for 2024 with a stellar line-up including Savage, Che Fu & The Kratez, Annie Crummer, Rei and more!

Events25 Results

13 Jan 2024

Music in Parks Maraetai

Music in Parks kicks off the season with pop, reggae, soul and funk in a new location on Maraetai...

20 Jan 2024

Music in Parks Milford

Milford Beach will groove! Come to a new site for Music in Parks – on the sand's edge with intern...

21 Jan 2024

Music in Parks Snells Beach

Come enjoy the fantastic audio picnic that is Chet and Mel, The Thomas Coffey Duo, and Ant Tarrant.

27 Jan 2024

Opera in the Park St Heliers

Line-up: NZ Opera soloistsGenres: OperaAccessibility: Limited mobility parking, smoke-free, alcoh...

28 Jan 2024

Music in Parks Hobsonville

Gather your friends and neighbours to enjoy the sunshine, fun and good vibes with NOISE PLAY, Lad...

29 Jan 2024

Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2024

It’s a great day out for sailors and thousands of spectators who line the shores of Auckland to w...

02 Feb 2024

Blues at Blockhouse Bay

The biggest FREE blues event on Auckland's calendar! Midge Marsden is back with his band Midge Ma...

03 Feb 2024

Opera in the Park Ambury Farm

NZ Opera and Music in Parks are excited to announce their second Opera in the Park event, set in...