Epic Things To Do In Auckland This Weekend
It’s the first weekend of February, so let's kick it off with some fun, food and live entertainment in Auckland/Tāmaki Makaurau.
From live gigs to festivals, pop-up carnivals to family-friendly fun, consider this your guide to making the most of another summer weekend.
Here are the best things to do this weekend.
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Club Silver Is Closing Out Summer With A Free Electric Avenue Soundcheck Party
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Heineken’s sun-soaked Club Silver is wrapping up an epic season with a bang, bringing Electric Avenue: Soundcheck to Auckland for one final summer blowout. Headlining the night is Flamingo Pier, offering a sneak peek of the sold-out Christchurch festival alongside ice-cold beers and festival-ready energy.
Set at the historic Parnell Lawn Tennis Club, this free, first-come-first-served event promises DJs, drinks and dancefloor moments until late. Get in early, bring your best crew and prepare to send summer off in style.
Where: Club Silver, Parnell Lawn Tennis Club, Auckland
When: Saturday 31 January, doors from 4pm
Cost: Free entry (first come, first served, R18)
Find out more here.
The Vintage Market Is Taking Over Ponsonby Central This Weekend
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If your wardrobe could use a little love, make a beeline for Ponsonby Central this Saturday as the much-loved Vintage Market returns with a carefully curated lineup of pre-loved fashion, accessories and one-of-a-kind finds.
Hosted by Riverside Reloved, the market brings together a mix of vintage and second-hand sellers, filling the Sapphire Room and surrounding back lane with everything from statement pieces to everyday wardrobe heroes. It’s the perfect excuse for a slow wander, a spot of treasure hunting, and a long lunch or coffee stop while you’re at it.
Where: Sapphire Room & Back Lane, Ponsonby Central
When: Saturday 31 January, 10am–4pm
Cost: Free entry
Find out more here.
Devour Street Food At Birkenhead Food Truck Night
If deciding what’s for dinner feels like too much admin, Birkenhead Food Truck Night has you covered. Taking over Little Shoal Bay Reserve for one relaxed summer evening, this local favourite brings together a top-tier lineup of food trucks, refreshing drinks and easy community vibes.
Bring a picnic rug, round up your crew and let the kids run wild at the nearby playground while you feast your way through everything from crowd-pleasing classics to global flavours. There’ll also be a pop-up bar serving beer, wine and non-alcoholic options, making it a breezy, family-friendly way to spend your Saturday night.
Where: Little Shoal Bay Reserve, Maritime Terrace, Birkenhead
When: Saturday 31 January, 5pm–9pm
Cost: Free entry
Find out more here.
Soak Up Summer Vibes At This Free Community Concert In Māngere
Round up your mates and whānau and head to David Lange Park for a free afternoon of live music, giveaways and good vibes. Summer Fest Concert is all about celebrating the season with a laid-back community festival that’s perfect for all ages.
Alongside live performances, expect food stalls serving steak and mushroom pies, chicken tacos, fruit drinks and more, making it easy to settle in for a few cruisy hours under the sun. Easy, fun and totally free—what more could you want?
Where: David Lange Park, Bader Drive, Māngere
When: Saturday 31 January, from 3pm
Cost: Free entry
Find out more here.
All Weekend
Music In Parks Is Serving Up Free Opera And Kids’ Tunes At Auckland Botanic Gardens
Music in Parks is bringing two days of free live music to the stunning Auckland Botanic Gardens, with performances tailored for both grown-ups and little ones. Pack a picnic, find a sunny spot on the lawn and soak up some seriously good sounds in one of the city’s prettiest outdoor settings.
Saturday evening transforms the gardens into an open-air opera house, with the NZ Opera Company delivering a magical twilight performance filled with crowd-favourite classics. On Sunday, it’s all about the kids, with Anika Moa, Claudia Gunn and Spellodies taking over for a joyful daytime concert packed with singalongs, dancing and family-friendly fun.
Where: Auckland Botanic Gardens, 102 Hill Road, Manurewa
When: Saturday 31 January, 5pm–7pm and Sunday 1 February, 11am–2pm
Cost: Free entry
Find out more here.
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