Popular Events in Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau

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

Art: Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now

Now – 23 August 2026
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now showcases bold and thought-provoking contemporary works, exploring themes of change, innovation, and modern society through sculpture, photography, and digital art

Music: Pub Choir

16 August 2026
Aotea Centre
Pub Choir is a hilariously fun, all‑in sing‑along show where the entire audience is turned into a joyful choir, learning a hit song together in one night, no singing experience required

Fashion: New Zealand Fashion Week

17 – 22 August 2026
Shed 10
New Zealand Fashion Week returns to Auckland’s waterfront with six days of runway shows, designer events, and immersive experiences celebrating the creativity and future of fashion in Aotearoa

Sport: Black Ferns V Australia

22 August 2026
Go Media Stadium
The Black Ferns return to Auckland for the O’Reilly Cup Test against Australia

Music: Alex Warren

24 August 2026
Spark Arena
Alex Warren brings his Finding Family on the Road World Tour to New Zealand, delivering an arena‑scale pop show from one of the world’s biggest breakout stars, packed with chart‑topping hits and emotional live performances

Art: Cirque Alice

28 August – 6 September 2026
The Civic
Cirque Alice brings Lewis Carroll’s beloved tale to life with world-class acrobatics, dazzling magic, and breathtaking circus performances in a spectacular adventure for all ages

Music: Conan Gray

26 September 2026
Spark Arena
Conan Gray brings his Wishbone World Tour to the stage, celebrating his chart‑topping fourth album with an arena‑filling live show following sold‑out performances around the world

Music: Jason Derulo

27 September 2026
Spark Arena
Jason Derulo brings his hit‑packed, high‑energy arena show to Auckland, showcasing chart‑topping anthems from one of the world’s biggest pop superstars

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

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: 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: 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

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