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THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN AUCKLAND THIS EASTER LONG 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.

Image: Miles Holden.

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LITTLE

This age-swap comedy is hardly original, but it boasts a standout performance from its young star.
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WAIHEKE JAZZ, ART & MUSIC FESTIVAL

Trade in the chocolate for a taste of jazz this Easter weekend.
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THE ROYAL EASTER SHOW

Celebrate the 176th year of the agriculture show with circus acts, carnival rides and fireworks.
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ISLAND OASIS WAIHEKE

Take a quick dash out of the city for this one-day house, techno and jungle festival.
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PACIFIC SISTERS: HE TOA TAERA | FASHION ACTIVISTS

Paying homage to the designers, artists and performers that brought women-led Pasifika designs to the fore.
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PET SEMATARY

The Stephen King horror novel returns to the big screen in this by-the-numbers remake.
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ASAHI AKAI DOA 2.0

K' Road's theatrical dining experience is back for another run.
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MANDELA MY LIFE

The most comprehensive collection of the human rights icon's memorabilia ever to be shown outside South Africa.
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POTTED POTTER: THE UNAUTHORISED HARRY EXPERIENCE

Relive J.K. Rowling's seven magical books in 70 minutes.
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SHAZAM!

Shazam! is the kind of carefree superhero film that reinvigorates the fantasy of actually *being* a superhero.
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US

After winning an Oscar for Get Out, Jordan Peele returns with another masterful and unsettling horror movie.
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FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY

Based on the true tale of WWE wrestler Paige and produced by The Rock, this big-hearted crowd-pleaser packs an emotional punch.
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SWIMMING WITH MEN

This British synchronised swimming comedy paddles blandly through formulaic waters.
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CAPTAIN MARVEL

Marvel's first film about a female superhero feels like a wasted opportunity.