Everything You Need to Put in Your Diary for March
Scoff bottomless fried chicken, catch the last of summer's pop-up bars or travel to Waiheke to catch the island's iconic outdoor arts festival.
A lot happens in this big, bustling city of ours — even at red level. Think movie marathons, exhibitions, and everything from booze-fuelled shindigs to outdoor adventures in between. And, of course, there's always more around the corner, with next month no different. That means that there's plenty to look forward to, and plenty of activities to fill your diary to the brim. To help you plot things out, make plans with the gang and make the most of every moment, we've rounded up Auckland's best happenings for March. Don't say you don't have anything to do this month.
Top image: 'Yoga in the Sky' up Auckland's Skytower.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Thu, 31 Mar - Wed, 20 Apr 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
It's the second film focusing on the speedy video game character, but this swift-to-cinemas sequel couldn’t feel like more of a drag.
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Nowhere Special
Thu, 24 Mar - Wed, 13 Apr 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
This tender drama about a Belfast window cleaner and his young son truly is something special.
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The Cassia Kitchen
Tue, 22 Mar - Sat, 16 Apr 2022
French Cafe, Auckland
After extensive flood damage caused Fort Lane eatery Cassia to shut its doors this week, Sid Sahrawat and his team are bringing the restaurant's modern Indian flavours to The French Café's kitchen.
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Fantastic Planet: Glow in the Dark Party
Sat, 26 Mar, 2022
Te Puna Village, Auckland
Don your headphones and neon-coloured best to party with one of the giant otherworldly sculptures that have taken over Auckland.
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World of Cultures Harbour Bridge Light Show
Fri, 18 Mar - Thu, 24 Mar 2022
Auckland Waterfront, Auckland
The Harbour Bridge will be illuminated with a spectacular light show this week to celebrate the diversity across Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Drive My Car
Sat, 19 Mar 2022, Sun, 20 Mar 2022 and Thu, 24 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Adapted from a Haruki Murakami short story, this masterful drama is the first Japanese film to ever be nominated for the Best Picture Oscar.
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ANZ x Umu $1 Pizzas
Fri, 18 Mar - Sun, 20 Mar 2022
Online
For one weekend only, you can score a whole pizza for the price of a gold coin.
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Bergman Island
Thu, 10 Mar - Wed, 30 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Love, life, work, creativity and cinephilia combine in this playful and perceptive Sweden-set drama starring the exceptional Vicky Krieps and Mia Wasikowska.
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Amanda Parer: Fantastic Planet
Thu, 10 Mar - Sun, 27 Mar 2022
Various Locations in Auckland, Auckland
Venture into the CBD and you'll find that giant, otherworldly creatures have taken over Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Cinema Under the Stars
Fri, 11 Mar 2022, Fri, 18 Mar 2022 and Fri, 25 Mar 2022
Nathan Homestead, Auckland
Enjoy the last of autumn's balmy evenings with a movie under the stars.
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Blind Ambition
Thu, 10 Mar - Wed, 30 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Best watched with a glass of vino in hand, this Australian-made documentary about Zimbabwe’s first-ever competitive wine-tasting team is a warm-hearted gem.
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Pasta and Peroni Nights at The Grounds
Sun, 13 Mar, 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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Pure Relaxation at The Hotel Britomart
Perfect for some post-Omicron pampering or for a romantic staycation with your love.
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Assembly Label's Online Warehouse Sale
Mon, 7 Mar - Wed, 9 Mar 2022
Online
Pick up some new cool coastal threads at up to 70 percent off — for a limited time only.
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Loaded Schnitzels
Mon, 7 Mar - Sat, 30 Apr 2022
The Bavarian Newmarket, Auckland
These OTT schnitties come stacked with smashed avo, bangers and mash, salami and olives, corn chips, and even fried calamari and chorizo.
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Vegan High Tea at the Park Hyatt
Wed, 2 Mar - Thu, 2 Jun 2022
Park Hyatt Auckland, Auckland
Sip tea — or champagne — and enjoy multiple courses of delicious bites, with no animals harmed in the making.
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The Batman
Thu, 3 Mar - Wed, 30 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Robert Pattinson’s turn in the cape and cowl is dark, weighty and entrancing, in a sublimely shot blockbuster that makes all things 'Batman' feel new.
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The Civic Tours 2022
Thu, 10 Mar - Fri, 30 Dec 2022
The Civic, Auckland
This hour-long tour takes you behind the curtain of one of Auckland's most iconic landmarks.
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Straight to Churly's
Tue, 27 Apr, 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
Tue, 9 Mar, 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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Yoga in the Sky
Multiple single dates
SkyCity Auckland, Auckland
Take your yoga practice to a whole new level — level 51, that is.
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Xuxu All-You-Can-Eat Dumplings
Sat, 5 Feb, 2022
XuXu, Britomart
Eat all the dumplings you want for just $30.
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Teeks Tour 2022
Fri, 4 Mar 2022
Various locations around New Zealand
The soulful Māori singer-songwriter will be returning to the stage in 2022.
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Frosé Your Way
Mon, 3 Jan - Thu, 31 Mar 2022
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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Mary Quant: Fashion Revolutionary
Fri, 10 Dec 2021 - Sun, 13 Mar 2022
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, Auckland
Celebrate the daring fashion icon in this exciting new exhibition, straight from the V&A museum in London.
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Morning People on Queens Wharf
Thu, 10 Feb and Thu, 17 Mar 2022
Queens Wharf, Queens Wharf
What better way to start the day than an early morning dance party with free coffee and good beats?
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Juke Joint Bottomless Fried Chicken
Multiple single dates
Juke Joint, Auckland
Grab your chicken-loving crew and settle in for two hours of unlimited fried chicken, coleslaw and tater tots.
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Gibbs Farm Visit with Auckland Art Gallery
Sun, 27 Mar, 2022
Gibbs Art Farm, Auckland
The 400 hectare farm featuring an incredible collection of works and exotic animals is only open to the public a few days a year.
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Death on the Nile
Thu, 10 Feb - Wed, 2 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Agatha Christie's moustachioed Belgian detective is back on the big screen, but not even the film's star-studded cast can keep it afloat.
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Red Rocket
Thu, 10 Feb - Wed, 2 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
2022's first big-screen must-see charts a washed-up porn star's thorny return to his home town, and features an awards-worthy performance by former MTV VJ Simon Rex.
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The Worst Person in the World
Thu, 17 Feb - Wed, 9 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
This Oscar-nominated Norwegian romantic dramedy pairs a masterful character study with a raw and relatable portrait of twentysomething life.
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Sculpture on the Gulf 2022
Fri, 4 Mar - Sun, 27 Mar 2022
Waiheke Island, Waiheke Island
The New York Times-endorsed exhibition returns.
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C'mon C'mon
Thu, 17 Feb - Wed, 9 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Featuring an awards-worthy performance by Joaquin Phoenix and tender direction by 'Beginners' helmer Mike Mills, this intimate black-and-white drama is one of 2022's most moving films so far.
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Fringe Festival 2022
Fri, 18 Feb - Sat, 12 Mar 2022
Various locations across Wellington, Wellington
An extravagant and outrageous array of arts offerings are taking over the capital.
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Toi Onehunga
Wed, 2 Mar - Sun, 1 May 2022
Onehunga Mall, Auckland
The pop-up exhibition will showcase a diverse range of works from more than a dozen local artists.
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Flee
Thu, 24 Feb - Wed, 16 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
The first film to be nominated for Oscars for Best International Feature, Best Documentary and Best Animated Feature simultaneously, this animated biographical documentary about an Afghan refugee is innovative and astonishing.
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Gin Trees at The Fox
Because the best trees are either the ones you can climb, or the ones you can drink.
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Yona Lee: Arrangement for 5 Rooms
Sat, 26 Feb - Sun, 2 Oct 2022
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, Auckland
You've never seen a handrail quite like this before.
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Studio 666
Thu, 24 Feb - Wed, 9 Mar 2022
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
All their lives, the Foo fighters clearly wanted to be horror movie stars — and the Dave Grohl-fronted band gets their chance in this gonzo, gory, extremely goofy and indulgent film.