Cultural

News432 Results

Council news 3 Oct 2025

Signing of Deed of Acknowledgement marks milestone for Waitākere Ranges

More than 17 years since the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act 2008 was passed, a significant new agreement was signed between Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council and the Crown.

Community 15 Sep 2025

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Auckland Council proudly presents Waiata "Take Whenua"

This year, Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori celebrates 50 years since the inaugural Māori Language Week in 1975.

Cultural 15 Sep 2025

Auckland Central City Library celebrates Pasifika heritage with Lupe I Vao Ese exhibition

Visitors will find a beautiful ode to measina (taonga/treasure) at the upcoming free exhibition Lupe I Vao Ese.

City Centre Waterfront 12 Sep 2025

Neon art, an interactive game and live performances celebrate te reo Māori in city centre

“The call was made in September 1972 for the recognition and revitalisation of te reo Māori.”

Cultural 27 Aug 2025

At the heart of the Pacific: Auckland’s starring role in Chief of War

The Chief of War television show ties Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland back to the Pacific Islands with its vibrant cast members and set locations.

Matariki 28 Jul 2025

The Pou events of Matariki Festival

Experience waka paddling, mahi toi (arts), kite making, kapa haka and lots more.

Development 23 Jun 2025

Two-kilometre Matariki light trail dazzles the city centre 

Experience this modern form of Matariki splendour, encouraging connection and reflection.

Community 18 Jun 2025

From Maunga to Moana: Where to greet the Matariki Stars

It’s time once again to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and search for the constellation known as Matariki.

Events104 Results

16 Oct 2026

Art exhibition opening: Diwali in Colours

Come and celebrate the creativity of our local community.

16 Oct 2026

He kokonga whare e kitea exhibition

Using cotton, ukutea (gypsum plaster) and kauri, Ange Oliver approaches her practice intuitively...

16 Oct 2026

Home exhibition

Fa’amele Etuale is a contemporary Samoan artist whose passion stems from her foundational work as...

16 Oct 2026

I’m Just Older, Darling

An afternoon gathering for older rainbow people and their friends to celebrate the joy of ageing.

16 Oct 2026

Kitinga bashenyi exhibition

Enjoy an art exhibition by Lema Shamamba.

16 Oct 2026

Knox music series: Singalong with Ben

A lovely interactive singalong where participants are encouraged to choose songs and join in.

16 Oct 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Page to Future

We invite people of all ages to stop by and share in the joy of reading, conversation and connect...

10 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Group Admits Mistake

An art exhibition featuring the work of five Tāmaki Makaurau based artists,