The Best Things to Do in Auckland This Weekend

Scoff bottomless burgers in Takapuna, catch the candlelight orchestra or support Cassia's post-flood pop-up.
Concrete Playground
February 10, 2023
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    The Son

    Thursday, February 9 - Wednesday, March 1, 2023

    Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland

    Hugh Jackman, Australian up-and-comer Zen McGrath and Oscar-winning 'The Father' filmmaker Florian Zeller explore a difficult family dynamic in this well-acted but uneven drama.

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    Magic Mike's Last Dance

    Thursday, February 9 - Wednesday, March 1, 2023

    Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland

    Channing Tatum's stripper saga returns with spectacular dance scenes and winning chemistry, but a half-hearted thrust of a story.

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    Knock at the Cabin

    Thursday, February 2 - Wednesday, February 22, 2023

    Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland

    Anchored by Dave Bautista's best performance yet, M Night Shyamalan's latest gets creepy and mostly compelling in the woods.

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    Bottomless Afternoon Tea at the Park Hyatt

    Saturday, February 4 - Sunday, March 26, 2023

    Park Hyatt Auckland, Auckland

    Over two hours you'll scoff five courses of delicious seasonal treats and sip bottomless bevvies.

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    The Cassia Kitchen

    Wednesday, February 8 - Saturday, March 4, 2023

    French Cafe, Auckland

    Cassia is making a post-flood comeback with a new dining pop-up across town.

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    Skinamarink

    Thursday, February 2 - Wednesday, February 22, 2023

    Select cinemas in Auckland and online, Auckland

    Made for just $15,000 by a first-time filmmaker, this unsettling experimental horror flick will get inside your head.

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    Tár

    Thursday, January 26 - Wednesday, February 15, 2023

    Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland

    Cate Blanchett turns in another awards-worthy performance in this powerful, complicated and compelling drama about a cancelled conductor.

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    Music in Parks

    Saturday, January 21 - Sunday, February 26, 2023

    Various Locations in Auckland, Auckland

    Spent your weekends this summer checking a run of free music events taking place across the city.

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    Fat Daddy's Bottomless Burgers, Beer and Bubbles

    Saturday, January 21 - Saturday, March 18, 2023

    The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna

    Spend two hours scoffing bottomless smash burgers — then wash them down with all the prosecco and beersies you can sink.

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    Candlelight Orchestra: Best of Joe Hisaishi and More

    Saturday, February 11, 2023

    SKYCITY Auckland, Auckland

    Listen to orchestral versions of some of Studio Ghibli's most iconic tracks in a stunning candlelit venue.

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    Movies in Parks 2023

    Friday, January 27 - Friday, March 31, 2023

    Various Locations in Auckland, Auckland

    The free outdoor screenings of classic family flicks and newly released blockbusters are coming back for summer.

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    Straight to Churly's

    Tuesday, April 27, 2021

    Churly's Brewpub & Eatery, Auckland

    Start your adventure in Auckland with some craft beer and a nose-to-tail feast.

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    Toi Tu Toi Ora: Contemporary Maori Art Virtual Tour

    Virtually walk through this major exhibition exploring contemporary Māori art.

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    Tequila Ice Cream Afternoons

    Tuesday, March 9, 2021

    Coops Corner Pub, Auckland

    This harbourside bar is now serving up boozy ice cream everyday.

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    Enchanted Worlds: Hokusai, Hiroshige and the Art of Edo Japan

    Virtually walk through this major exhibition on Japan's Edo period at Auckland Art Gallery.

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    Zoo Lates

    Thursday, January 12 - Thursday, March 2, 2023

    Auckland Zoo, Western Springs

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

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    The QT Rooftop Green Room

    Thursday, January 5 - Sunday, February 26, 2023

    The Rooftop at QT, Melbourne

    Enjoy the hottest (and highest) private party in town.

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    Rüdi's Bakehouse Pop-Up in Whangamata

    Saturday, December 17, 2022 - Sunday, April 30, 2023

    Whangamata Marina, Whangamatā

    Now you can top off your morning beach walk with a twice-baked almond croissant and some damn good Eighthirty coffee.

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    Frosé Your Way at Dr Rudi's

    Monday, November 28, 2022 - Tuesday, February 28, 2023

    Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co., Auckland

    Embrace summer with two hours of bottomless frosé by the water's edge — complete with fruity flavours and fun toppings.

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    Auckland Museum Rooftop Tours

    Tuesday, November 1, 2022 - Friday, March 31, 2023

    Auckland Museum, Auckland

    Top off your museum trip with a visit to the historic building's exclusive rooftop.

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    Britomart Saturday Farmer's Market

    Saturday, April 9, 2022

    Takutai Square, Britomart., Auckland

    This weekly inner-city farmer's market sells everything from fresh produce and flowers to coffee, vegan foods, pastries, sweet buns, crepes, juices and savoury snacks.

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    Pasta and Peroni Nights at The Grounds

    Sunday, March 13, 2022

    The Grounds at Whoa! Studios, Auckland

    See out the last sunny evenings of autumn with fresh pasta handmade by an ex-Baduzzi chef and ice-cold beers on tap.

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