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The Best Things to Do in Auckland This Weekend

Weekends are precious. Two glorious days devoid of responsibility and overflowing with possibility. Luckily, Auckland's got plenty happening to make sure you don't spend the days indoors binge-watching Netflix and instead discovering new bars, absorbing art and feasting your way through food markets. Here are our picks of the weekend's happenings.

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Morning People on Queens Wharf

Early morning dance parties to leave you feeling refreshed for the day ahead.

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The Wizard's Cauldron

This latest 'Harry Potter'-themed event will see you attend a boozy Hogwarts potions class.

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A Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood

Tom Hanks is pitch-perfect as US children’s television host Mr Rogers in this thoughtful, full-hearted and charming drama.
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Madame George x Ozone Collab Dinner

Enjoy an evening of bites and beverages from two outstanding Auckland eateries.

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Tamaki Herenga Waka Festival

This free family friendly festival focuses on the story of Tamaki Makaurau and the waka that sailed to New Zealand.
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Silo Sessions: The Phoenix Foundation

Wellington's indie rock legends are hitting the waterfront for a free summer show.
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Hannah Gadsby: Douglas

The witty Aussie comedian is back with a new show named after her favourite four-legged friend.

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Bombshell

There's a vital story at the heart of this dramatisation of Fox News' sexual harassment scandal, but this star-studded drama is an empty shell of a #MeToo movie.
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The Biggest Little Farm

This insightful documentary about a Californian couple’s efforts to start an eco-conscious farm will inspire you to pack up and live on the land.
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Zoo Lates

The zoo is opening its doors later than usual for animal spotting and keeper talks.

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{"id":756775,"type":"event","info":"\u003Cp class=\"address\"\u003ESaturday 21st December - Sunday 3rd May\u003Cbr\u003E@ Auckland Museum\u003C\/p\u003E","name":"THE ANTARCTICA EXPERIENCE","description":"Get up close and personal with the frozen continent in this new virtual reality adventure.","thumbnail":"https:\/\/cdn.concreteplayground.com\/content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/antarctica-auckland-museum-488x300.jpg","photo":"https:\/\/cdn.concreteplayground.com\/content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/antarctica-auckland-museum-488x300.jpg","url":"https:\/\/concreteplayground.com\/auckland\/event\/the-antarctica-experience","latitude":"-36.8570535","longitude":"174.7735864","address":"Auckland domain"}

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The Antarctica Experience

Get up close and personal with the frozen continent in this new virtual reality adventure.

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{"id":754359,"type":"event","info":"\u003Cp class=\"address\"\u003EMonday 27th January - Sunday 16th February\u003Cbr\u003E@ All across Parnell\u003C\/p\u003E","name":"RAT STREET ART","description":"Follow the digital rat race and score some new limited-edition street art for your pad.","thumbnail":"https:\/\/cdn.concreteplayground.com\/content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/CP-Image-Flox-488x300.jpg","photo":"https:\/\/cdn.concreteplayground.com\/content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/CP-Image-Flox-488x300.jpg","url":"https:\/\/concreteplayground.com\/auckland\/event\/rat-street-art","latitude":"-36.863307","longitude":"174.78006300000004","address":""}

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Rat Street Art

Follow the digital rat race and score some new limited-edition street art for your pad.
{"id":752056,"type":"event","info":"\u003Cp class=\"address\"\u003EFriday 13th December - Sunday 1st March\u003Cbr\u003E@ Ellerslie Racecourse\u003C\/p\u003E","name":"POP-UP GLOBE FINAL SEASON","description":"The Pop-Up Globe's last appearance in Auckland.\r\n","thumbnail":"https:\/\/cdn.concreteplayground.com\/content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/pop-up-globe-shakespeare-supplied-jay-wennington-date-488x300.jpeg","photo":"https:\/\/cdn.concreteplayground.com\/content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/pop-up-globe-shakespeare-supplied-jay-wennington-date-488x300.jpeg","url":"https:\/\/concreteplayground.com\/auckland\/event\/pop-up-globe-final-season","latitude":"-36.8899392","longitude":"174.8026889","address":"80 - 100 Ascot Avenue"}

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Pop-Up Globe Final Season

The Pop-Up Globe's last appearance in Auckland.

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American Express Openair Cinema 2020

Embrace the outdoors this summer, with movies, live music, good food and adorable doggos.
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Voyage to Aotearoa: Tupaia and the Endeavour

This immersive exhibition follows the journey of Captain Cook's Endeavour from Tahiti to Aotearoa.