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Taiohi Writing Competition

Aug 1, 2026 - Feb 1, 2027 Auckland
Ongoing

The Taiohi Writing Competition is a literary initiative for young people in Auckland, New Zealand, taking place from August 1, 2026, to February 1, 2027. Organized by Auckland Council Libraries, the event...

Writing Competition Youth Event +4
Tiki Taane with Auckland Phil

Tiki Taane with Auckland Phil

Oct 22, 2026 Auckland
Upcoming

Tiki Taane and the Auckland Philharmonia will unite for an electrifying evening of dance and symphonic fusion at the Auckland Town Hall on October 22, 2026. This unique concert will feature Tiki...

Music Concert +7

Robbie Williams BRITPOP Tour

Nov 24, 2026 Auckland
Upcoming

Global pop icon Robbie Williams brings his BRITPOP Tour to Auckland's Eden Park on November 24, 2026. The concert features a career-spanning setlist of hits and ballads alongside special guest performances by...

Concert Pop Music +3
The Great Kiwi Music Festival

The Great Kiwi Music Festival

Feb 7, 2027 Auckland
Upcoming

The Great Kiwi Music Festival is an inaugural one-day event set to debut on Sunday, February 7, 2027, at Wild Estate on Waiheke Island, Auckland. It is designed as an annual celebration...

Music festival New Zealand Music +5
Olivia Dean show

Olivia Dean show

Oct 17, 2026 Auckland
Upcoming

British pop and soul artist Olivia Dean is scheduled to perform a headline concert at the newly transformed Western Springs Bowl in Auckland, New Zealand, on Saturday, October 17, 2026. This performance,...

Concert Music +5