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Madagascar JR

Jun 25-28, 2026 Manukau

StageAntics South Auckland presents a musical theatre production of Madagascar JR, featuring young actors from across the Auckland region. Held at the Due Drop Events Centre in Manukau, the show includes both...

Musical Theatre Youth Performance +4

Generations in Play: Reviving Traditional Indian Games & Stories

Jun 7, 2026 Auckland

Generations in Play: Reviving Traditional Indian Games & Stories is a community cultural event in Auckland designed to strengthen bonds between different age groups. Held at the Fickling Convention Centre, the program...

Indian Culture Traditional Games +6

NZ’s BIGGEST Philippine Independence Celebration

Jun 7, 2026 Auckland

New Zealand's largest celebration of Philippine Independence, this annual event commemorates the nation's declaration of independence. Held at the Auckland Showgrounds, the festival features the Filipino News Filipino-Kiwi Hero Awards Ceremony and...

Cultural Festival Independence Day +4

Aotearoa Music Awards

May 29, 2026 Auckland

The Aotearoa Music Awards took place on May 29, 2026, at The Civic Theatre in downtown Auckland. During the event, Dame Lynda Topp delivered a powerful speech criticizing the New Zealand government...

Music Awards Arts +5

Madagascar JR

Generations in Play: Reviving Traditional Indian Games & Stories

NZ’s BIGGEST Philippine Independence Celebration

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