What’s on in your community?
Antarctica comes to Auckland!
When: On now! Check the website for opening times.
Where: Snowplanet, 91 Small Road,
Silverdale, Auckland.
Gather the family, put on your warmest gear, and head to Snowplanet to discover a taste of the world’s largest desert with the new Antarctic Adventure experience! Snowplanet’s Winter Wonderland has been transformed into a brand-new, exciting adventure, bringing the icy continent to New Zealand.
Extra Lives: Interactive Video Game Concert
When: Sunday, 25th October 2026
Where: Te Whatu Stardome, Observatory & Planetarium, 670 Manukau Road, One Tree Hill Domain, Epsom, Auckland.
Extra Lives is the world’s first Audience RPG: a fully narrated choose-your-own-adventure game where you are the main character! Plunge into an exciting story with music, sound effects and visuals from the legendary console games of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s … and a live score provided by the lovable nerds of Extra Lives.
Enjoy an unforgettable cinematic experience this Christmas
When: 14th December 2026
Where: The Civic NZ, Auckland
Experience Love Actually on the big screen this Christmas with a live orchestra accompaniment! Enjoy the beautiful score of the film, along with Christmas classics including Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas” and Craig Armstrong’s “Love Is All Around”. Auckland audiences can enjoy the talents of The Metropolitan Orchestra, conducted by Vincent Hardaker this December.
Enjoy an evening of laughter, festivities, and musical performances with Love Actually Live in Concert.
Bluey’s Big Play is coming back to Aotearoa with a national tour in 2027!
When: Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 April 2027, 10 am.
Where: Spark Arena, Tāmaki Makaurau
Wackadoo! Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad are returning to Aotearoa New Zealand for a nationwide tour in April 2027!
When Dad feels like a little bit of afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. With an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and music by Bluey composer Joff Bush. This is Bluey, For Real Life.
Cross Street Music Festival 2026
When: Saturday 28 November
Where: Karangahape Road, Mercury Lane, Cross Street and surrounding venues
Free Precinct Program | From 12pm
Huge programme of activities across Karangahape Road, Mercury Lane, Cross Street and surrounding venues, featuring free music, art, installations, performances, markets, workshops and whānau-friendly activities.
Ticketed Festival | 3pm – 10.30pm
Cross Street Music Festival
Our Community Events guide for the upper North Island includes family-orientated experiences in the winterless Northland region along with the city of sails, Auckland.
Northland bucket list
- Pose for a photo under the signpost at Cape Reinga
- Slide down the sand dunes at Te Paki on Ninety Mile Beach
- Stand under the mighty Tāne Mahuta in Waipoua Forest
- Cruise to the Hole in the Rock in the Bay of Islands
- Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Head to the golden sands of Matapouri Bay on the Tutukaka Coast
- See Whangārei Falls or Kerikeri’s Rainbow Falls
Auckland bucket list
- Head to the top of the Sky Tower for a fantastic view of the city.
- Take the 12-minute ferry ride to Devonport.
- Explore the military tunnels and bunkers at Maungauika/North Head Historic Reserve.
- Visit the Maritime Museum where kids can discover New Zealand’s seafaring history or Auckland Museum for the story of New Zealand, its place in the Pacific and its people.
- Enjoy the Auckland waterfront with harbour views, parks, playgrounds, and more.
- Dive into the underwater world of SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium.
- Meet the inhabitants of Auckland Zoo for a full family day out.
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27 October, 2026
