Kia ora!
There’s a monster truck parked at The Warehouse, wine flowing at Winetopia, markets, food trucks popping up all over, a heritage bike ride through the city and so much more. From family events to late-night vibes, Auckland’s got plenty on.
Enjoy this week’s issue 🥯
This Week:
🚚 Monster Truck at The Warehouse – FREE
Thursday 2nd October | 4PM – 8PM
📍 The Warehouse Manukau
Get up close with Hot Wheels’ giant Tiger Shark monster truck.
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🚀 School Holidays: 3-2-1 Liftoff!
Thursday 2nd - Sunday 5th October | Times vary
📍 Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
Animated movie for kids 4+, follow Elon the hamster scientist on a cosmic journey.
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🎤 Standup Comedy in a Cardboard Box
Friday 3rd – Wednesday 8th October | 7PM/7:30PM
📍 Cardboard Comedy Club, Kingsland
See pro and upcoming comedians set this unique venue on fire with their jokes.
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🌿 Nature Play – FREE
Friday 3rd October | 9AM – 1PM
📍 Western Park
Hands-on kids’ nature fun plus campfire doughnuts.
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🍺 Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays
Friday 3rd October | 4:30PM – 8:30PM
📍 Te Atatū South Community Centre
Food trucks, Oktoberfest tunes and family-friendly fun.
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🐶 Magic Factory Dog Rescue Fundraiser
Friday 3rd October | 8PM
📍 Whammy Bar
Live music night with all the proceeds going to the Dog Rescue Project.
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🍷 Winetopia Auckland 2025
Friday 3rd – Saturday 4th October | Times vary
📍 Viaduct Events Centre
NZ’s biggest wine festival celebrates 10 years with tastings, talks and entertainment.
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📚 Jamie Kay Sample Sale – FREE Entry
Saturday 4th – Sunday 5th October | 9AM
📍 Auckland Showgrounds
Thousands of Jamie Kay samples from as little as $10.
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🧵 Remnant Rummage Sale - FREE Entry
Saturday 4th – Sunday 5th October | 10AM – 4PM
📍 653 Rosebank Road, Avondale
Discount fabrics from linens to silks and more.
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♻️ E-Waste Drop Off Day – FREE
Saturday 4th October | 9AM – 12PM
📍 Westfield Newmarket
Clear out your old electronics at this free drop-off day.
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🛍️ The Devonport Market - FREE Entry
Saturday 4th October | 9AM – 2PM
📍 Devonport Ferry Terminal
Fresh eats, artisan goodies and seaside vibes at the iconic ferry terminal.
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🌸 Orchids 101 – FREE
Saturday 4th October | 10AM
📍 All King Plant Barn Stores
Learn the secrets to growing and caring for orchids.
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🛍️ Gently Loved Kids Market – FREE Entry
Saturday 4th October | 10AM – 1PM
📍 Sunderland Lounge, Hobsonville
Shop preloved kids’ clothes, toys and nursery gear.
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🎉 Carnaval Latino - FREE Entry
Saturday 4th October | 10AM – 3PM
📍 Freyberg Square & Ellen Melville Centre
Latin food, dance, crafts and family fun.
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👨👩👧 Family Fun Day – FREE Entry
Saturday 4th October | 11:30AM – 4PM
📍 Turtle: Pizza & Pints, Greenlane
Bouncy castle, kids’ games, pizza deals, drinks and more.
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🚲 The Big Fancy Bike Ride – FREE
Saturday 4th October | 12PM – 4PM
📍 Khartoum Place
Vintage-themed city ride for Heritage Festival.
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☀️ Spot Checks & Melanoma Education – FREE
Saturday 4th October | 10AM – 4PM
📍 Westfield St Lukes
Free skin spot checks and melanoma education.
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🍔 West Harbour Food Truck Night
Saturday 4th October | 5PM – 9PM
📍 Tornado Reserve
Street food, bar and family vibes from Food Truck Collective.
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🛍️ The Gribblehirst Market - FREE Entry
Sunday 5th October | 12PM – 4PM
📍 Gribblehirst Community Hub
Shop handmade goods, homegrown produce and preloved items.
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🛍️ Really Really Free Shop – FREE
Sunday 5th October | 12PM – 4PM
📍 Gribblehirst Community Hub
Bring or take preloved goods. Everything is free!
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🎀 Pink Ribbon Walk 2025
Sunday 5th October | 1:30PM – 4:30PM
📍 Domain Wintergardens
Join the annual walk raising awareness and funds for breast cancer.
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👀 Did you know? 👀
In 1835, the New York Sun convinced readers that the moon had flying bat-people.
Yep, no joke. It was called the “Great Moon Hoax” and it sold papers like crazy before being exposed as fake.
Coming Up Next Week:
🎤 Teddy Swims: I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour
Thursday 9th October | 7PM
📍 Spark Arena
US singer Teddy Swims brings his global tour to Auckland.
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🌮 Te Atatu Food Truck Night
Thursday 9th October | 5PM – 9PM
📍 Harbour View Beach Reserve
Food trucks, drinks and chilled vibes by the water from the Food Truck Collective.
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