
The Best Things to Do in Auckland This Week
Heading back to the ol' daily grind can be pretty damn awful after a bright and shiny weekend of picnicking, bar hopping and patting dogs that aren't yours, but luckily Auckland's a 'keep the ball rolling' kind of city and has plenty of events, exhibitions, theatre, film festivals and live music for you to inject a little awesomeness into your week. Sure, use Monday for Netflix. Then get out there and sink your teeth into Auckland's best happenings this week.
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Arts & Entertainment
Nobody
Bob Odenkirk stars in this 'John Wick'-style action-thriller, sliding into a gleefully OTT film with flair and texture.
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Arts & Entertainment
The Father
With remarkable performances from Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman and a purposefully puzzle-like approach, this drama about dementia leaves a lasting imprint.
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Arts & Entertainment
Girls Can't Surf
This Aussie documentary overflows with frank, determined and inspiring women recounting their quests for equality in surfing from the 80s onwards.
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Food & Drink
Schnitty Fest
Ten weeks, ten creative schnitzel variations — and a cheeky $10 Wednesday special if you want to sample them all.
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Arts & Entertainment
Godzilla vs Kong
This paws-versus-claws battle is at its best when it's going all-out on the action and fantasy fronts.
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Arts & Entertainment
O'Neill Aotearoa Surf Film Festival 2021
Celebrating the best of surf culture and our connection with the environment.
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Food & Drink
Saint Alice Free Bluff Oysters
Book in for lunch at this harbourside spot and receive one dozen Bluff oysters for free.
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Arts & Entertainment
Van Gogh Alive
See more than 3000 of the Dutch master's works in this multi-sensory exhibition.
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Arts & Entertainment
Twilight Tuesdays
Wander through Auckland Museum's beautifully-lit galleries after dark.
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Travel & Leisure
Waterworld Waterpark
Tauranga's giant inflatable floating structure is heading back to Auckland for summer.
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Arts & Entertainment
Toi Tu Toi Ora: Contemporary Maori Art
The largest exhibition in the 132-year history of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.
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Arts & Entertainment
Brickman Awesome: Epic Lego Creations
The exhibition will showcase some of the biggest, fastest and tallest things you can construct out of Lego.
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Arts & Entertainment
Weta Workshop Unleashed
The Wellington-based special effects and prop company is bringing its movie magic to Auckland.
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Arts & Entertainment
All Blacks Experience
Come face-to-face with a giant haka and match your ball skills against the All Blacks.