Discover what’s on in Auckland

From stadium sport and major concerts to neighbourhood markets and galleries, here is our curated list of the best events in Auckland for every kind of trip. Stay with Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland and enjoy easy access to the city centre, or at Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport for a convenient stopover close to international and domestic terminals

Sport: ANZ Premier League Darts 2026

16 October 2026
NZ International Convention Centre
Sport’s Biggest Party brings the excitement of professional darts to Auckland, featuring top players, crowd-favourite walk-ons and a lively atmosphere inspired by the world’s biggest darts events

Sport: Auckland FC v Melbourne City FC

17 October 2026
Go Media Stadium
Auckland FC kick off their 2026/27 A-League home season at Go Media Stadium, taking on Melbourne City in an exciting opening-round clash

Music: Macy Gray

17 October 2026
The Civic
Grammy Award-winning R&B and soul icon Macy Gray brings her acclaimed live show to New Zealand, performing her biggest hits alongside music from her latest album

Music: Olivia Dean

17 October 2026
Western Springs Bowl
Award-winning British soul singer Olivia Dean brings her acclaimed The Art of Loving tour to Auckland, celebrating her chart-topping music with a live performance at Western Springs Bowl

Sport: Constellation Cup: Silver Ferns v Australian Diamonds

18 October 2026
Spark Arena
Watch the Silver Ferns take on the Australian Diamonds in a thrilling trans-Tasman showdown, showcasing world-class netball, fierce rivalry and elite athleticism

Music: Hilary Duff

20 October 2026
Spark Arena
Multi-platinum pop star Hilary Duff returns to New Zealand on her first global headline tour in nearly two decades, performing hits and new music from her upcoming album luck… or something

Music: Lily Allen

21 October 2026
Spark Arena
Lily Allen returns to New Zealand for her first shows in over seven years, performing her brand‑new album West End Girl live in full at Spark Arena

Music: Post Malone

21 October 2026
Go Media Stadium
Post Malone brings his BIG ASS World Tour to Australia and New Zealand with his signature genre-blending sound and high-energy production, joined by special guest Don Toliver

Theatre: Jesus Christ Superstar

21 October – 15 November 2026
The Civic
Experience the award-winning production of Jesus Christ Superstar, featuring a celebrated international cast, iconic rock music and a powerful retelling of one of history’s most enduring stories

Sport: BNZ Kāhu vs Queens

25 October 2026
The Trusts Arena
Catch the BNZ Kāhu in action as Auckland’s professional women’s basketball team takes on the Tokomanawa Queens in an exciting Tauihi Basketball Aotearoa clash

Sport: World Series Wrestling presents: MEGA MANIA

29 October 2026
Due Drop Events Centre
World Series Wrestling makes its New Zealand debut with the Mega Mania Tour, bringing international wrestling stars and high-energy live entertainment to Auckland for one night only

Sport: BLACKCAPS v India – T20

30 October 2026
Eden Park
Watch the BLACKCAPS take on India in one of the summer’s biggest cricket clashes, featuring world-class talent, electric atmosphere and unforgettable international action

Sport: AUSX Supercross Auckland

31 October 2026
North Harbour Stadium
Experience the thrill of Supercross as the world’s best riders take on massive jumps and high-speed racing, with Kiwi champion Cole Davies returning home to compete in front of a hometown crowd

Culture: Diwali Festival

31 October – 1 November 2026
Aotea Square
New Zealand’s premier Indian cultural festival, BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival is a free, family-friendly event held every year

Sport: Auckland Marathon

1 November 2026
Take part in New Zealand’s largest marathon event and experience the rare opportunity to run across the Auckland Harbour Bridge, with race distances for all ages and abilities
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Sport: BLACKCAPS v India – ODI

4 November 2026
Eden Park
Watch the BLACKCAPS take on India in one of the summer’s biggest cricket clashes, featuring world-class talent, electric atmosphere and unforgettable international action

Sport: All Whites vs India

12 November 2026
Go Media Stadium
Watch the All Whites in action as New Zealand’s national football team takes on India in an exciting match featuring world-class talent and passionate support from the home crowd

Music: Iron Maiden

7 November 2026
Spark Arena
Iron Maiden return to New Zealand with their Run For Your Lives World Tour, delivering a massive anniversary show packed with classic hits and spectacular production, joined by special guests Megadeth

Music: Parklands Festival

14 November 2026
Albert Park
Parklands Festival returns to Auckland’s Albert Park with two stages of international and local artists, delivering a full day of live music in the heart of the city

Music: Flight of the Concords

The Civic: 18 Nov – 19 Nov 2026
Spark Arena: 21 Nov 2026
Flight of the Conchords return to New Zealand for their first national tour in over a decade, bringing their signature blend of comedy and music to Auckland this November

Music: Jack Johnson

20 November 2026
Spark Arena
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jack Johnson returns to New Zealand with his SURFILMUSIC tour, joined by special guests Ben Harper and John Butler for an unforgettable evening of acoustic live music

Music: Kip Moore

22 November 2026
Auckland Town Hall
Multi-platinum country rock star Kip Moore brings his Reason To Believe World Tour to New Zealand, showcasing his signature sound and acclaimed live performance in an intimate theatre setting

Music: Robbie Williams

24 November 2026
Eden Park
Robbie Williams returns to Auckland, bringing his hit‑packed live show for a hugely anticipated night of pop spectacle

Music: Dermot Kennedy

28 November 2026
Spark Arena
Dermot Kennedy returns to Auckland with his powerful live show, performing fan favourites and songs from his latest album, The Weight of the Woods

Music: Boyz II Men

1 December 2026
Spark Arena
Global R&B icons Boyz II Men are returning to New Zealand along with Salt-N-Pepa and Bell Biv DeVoe, join them for an unmissable night of era-defining anthems, timeless hits and iconic voices

Theatre: The Sleeping Beauty – Royal New Zealand Ballet

3-12 December 2026
Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre
Experience the timeless fairytale of The Sleeping Beauty brought to life by the Royal New Zealand Ballet with stunning costumes, classical choreography and Tchaikovsky’s beloved score

Music: Guns N’ Roses

17 December 2026
Eden Park
Guns N’ Roses return with a powerhouse live show, delivering legendary hits and marathon performances from one of the world’s most iconic and enduring rock bands

Music: Queens of the Stone Age

20 December 2026
Spark Arena
Queens of the Stone Age return to New Zealand as part of their latest tour, delivering their acclaimed rock sound alongside special guests Primus and Tropical Fuck Storm

Sport: ASB Classic

4 – 16 January 2027
Manuka Doctor Arena
Auckland’s premier international tennis tournament brings world-class players to the Manuka Doctor Arena

Music: Dom Dolla

6 February 2027
Auckland Domain
Dom Dolla’s biggest-ever New Zealand headline show will see the GRAMMY-nominated DJ and producer transform Auckland Domain into a massive open-air dancefloor for one unforgettable night of electronic music

Music: Laneway Festival

21 February 2027
Western Springs
Laneway Festival is one of New Zealand’s premier music festivals, bringing together a diverse lineup of international and local artists for a day of live music

Music: Bruno Mars

13-16 March 2027
Eden Park
Bruno Mars brings The Romantic Tour to New Zealand following sold-out performances across North America, Europe and the UK with special guests Tyla and Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee .Wee, plus a special performance by Silk Sonic.

Music: Mānuka Phuel SYNTHONY Festival

20 March 2027
Auckland Domain
Mānuka Phuel SYNTHONY Festival returns to Auckland Domain on 20 March 2027, bringing an unforgettable day of live electronic music, world-class visuals, and orchestral performances from leading local and international artists.

Music: Michael Jackson HIStory

19 November 2027
Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
Celebrate the music of the King of Pop in this spectacular tribute show featuring live performances of Michael Jackson’s greatest hits, iconic choreography and a full-scale stage production