Hey everyone,
Hope you've been having a great week so far. Packed issue this week with plenty going on around Auckland.
Not to spoil anything, but the Blues are hiding a LEGO rugby ball for you to find... and free tacos are making an appearance too. That's not exactly something you see every day.
This issue of The Auckland Bagel is sponsored by JB Hi-Fi
JB Hi-Fi is excited to celebrate the grand opening of its brand-new Newmarket store. Join them on Thursday 25th June from 5PM–9PM for an evening of exclusive Grand Opening deals, live music, and plenty of excitement as they officially open the doors to their newest location.
Enjoy this week’s issue 🥯
This Week:
🌮 Sienna Free Taco Giveaway
Thursday 18th June | 12PM
📍 Sienna, Auckland CBD
First 50 people in line get two free tacos and a drink. First come, first served.
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🎨 Auckland Art Gallery Open Late
Thursday 18th June | 5:30PM – 9:30PM
📍 Auckland Art Gallery
After-dark evening with art, live music, poetry, performance and food.
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🔥 Fire Circle
Thursday 18th June | 7PM – 8:30PM
📍 The Button Factory
Learn to spin and flow with fire props. All levels welcome, no experience needed.
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🎑 Matariki City Centre Installations
Thursday 18th June – Tuesday 21st July | 24/7
📍 Various city centre locations
Free art installations woven through the city centre to mark Matariki.
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🎨 Taurima
Thursday 18th June – Tuesday 21st July | 24/7
📍 Elliott Street, Auckland CBD
Free Matariki art installation celebrating the abundance and kai of Tāmaki.
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👗 Tuesday Archive Sale
Friday 19th – Sunday 21st June | Times vary
📍 8 The Promenade, Takapuna
Archive pieces, samples and one-off exclusives at heavily discounted prices.
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🌱 Matariki Planting Day 2026
Saturday 20th June | 9:30AM – 1PM
📍 59B Kitemoana Street, Ōrākei
Help plant 3000 native plants on Bastion Point with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.
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🧱 LEGO x Blues Rugby Ball Treasure Hunt
Saturday 20th June | 9:30AM – 11:30AM
📍 Silverdale United Rugby Club
Hunt for a LEGO Blues rugby ball hidden around. Meet Blues players and more.
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👗 Plus Size Sample Sale
Saturday 20th June | 10AM – 3PM
📍 Auckland Old Folks Association
Plus size fashion sample sale, sizes 14-30.
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🎉 PlayFest
Saturday 20th June | 11AM – 1PM
📍 32 Arawa Street, New Lynn
Free family day with a bouncy castle, face painting, sausage sizzle and games.
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🎉 Free Family Fun Day
Saturday 20th June | 12PM – 3PM
📍 Huapai Hub, Kumeu
BBQ, hungerball, junk play, face painting, art activities and more. All ages welcome.
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🏮 Winter Lights Festival 2026
Saturday 20th June | 5PM – 9PM
📍 Howick Historical Village, Pakuranga
Historic village after dark with light installations, live music, mulled wine and more.
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❄️ Free Whānau Winter Festival
Saturday 20th June | 1PM – 4PM
📍 27 Corban Ave, Henderson
Ice skating, face painting, live music, food trucks and more.
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🌟 Matariki Community Celebration
Saturday 20th June | 3PM – 7PM
📍 134 Birkdale Road, Birkdale
Free creative workshops, fun activities, games and waiata.
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🎵 Fête de la Musique
Saturday 20th June | 5PM – 10PM
📍 269 Parnell Road, Parnell
Free evening of live music and dancing inspired by the iconic French music festival.
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🏍️ The Mighty Muriwai Trail Ride 2026
Sunday 21st June | 9AM – 3PM
📍 Restall Road, Woodhill
35km+ of black sand forestry trails for all levels.
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🛍️ Kumeu Monthly Market
Sunday 21st June | 9AM – 2PM
📍 Kumeu Showgrounds
120+ stalls with handmade goods, art, clothing, food and more.
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🌊 Polar Plunge & Kids Big Dig
Sunday 21st June | 10AM
📍 St Heliers Beach
Kids dig for prizes, brave souls take a winter dip, plus live music and face painting.
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🎭 Standup Comedy on Sundays - FREE!
Sunday 21st June | 4:30PM & 7PM
📍 Cardboard Comedy Club, Kingsland
Stand-up comedy from pro and rising comedians. Lots of laughs guaranteed.
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🐾 The Dog Rescue Project Open Day
Sunday 21st June | 12PM – 2:30PM
📍 93 Ellice Road, Wairau Valley
Meet dogs available for adoption, sausage sizzle, raffles and home baking.
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🎉 JB Hi-Fi Newmarket Grand Opening – One Night Only! 🎉
Join JB Hi-Fi for their Newmarket Grand Opening and enjoy an evening of live music, exclusive one-night-only deals, and a great atmosphere. Whether you're looking for the latest tech, entertainment, or massive deals, this is an event you won't want to miss.
📅 Thursday 25th June
🕔 5PM – 9PM
📍 JB Hi-Fi Newmarket
Offers available in-store only and strictly while stocks last.
Coming Up Next Week:
🎺 Society Jazzmen
Monday 22nd June | 11AM
📍 Bruce Mason Centre
57-year-old jazz band guaranteed to have you clapping, stamping and singing along.
More info
🎭 Auckland Live Cabaret Festival
Wednesday 24th June – Sunday 5th July | Times vary
📍 The Civic
The Civic transforms into a playground of cabaret, circus, comedy, burlesque and more.
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🎤 Adam Ray
Friday 26th June | 7PM & 9:30PM
📍 SKYCITY Theatre
Viral comedian Adam Ray brings his show to Auckland for one night only.
More info
Thanks again to JB Hi-Fi for sponsoring this issue.
Celebrate the arrival of JB Hi-Fi Newmarket with exclusive Grand Opening deals, live entertainment, and a one-night-only shopping event.
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