This Week + Next Week in Auckland

Kia ora!

This week is stacked. From $100M worth of supercars to pets, comics, Diwali, markets, lanterns, vinyl crates and even a brand new playground in Parnell, there’s no excuse to stay home. Whatever you’re into, Auckland’s got you covered this week.

Enjoy this week’s issue 🥯

This Week:

🖼️ Art In The Park 2025
Thursday 18th September – Sunday 21st September | Times vary
📍 Eden Park
130+ artists, sculptures, prints, photography and more across Eden Park.
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👗 Moochi Samples & Seconds Sale
Thursday 18th September – Saturday 20th September | Times vary
📍 24 Mackelvie Street, Grey Lynn
Big Moochi sample and seconds sale with fresh stock daily.
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👩‍💼 Women In Events Networking – FREE
Thursday 18th September | 5:30PM – 7:30PM
📍 Spark Arena
Venue tour, networking, prizes and nibbles for women in events.
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💿 The Other Crate Record Fair
Saturday 20th September | 9AM – 1:30PM
📍 Allpress Roastery Auckland
Rare vinyl and bargain crates from top local collectors and DJs.
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🐾 Auckland Pet & Animal Expo 2025
Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st September | 10AM – 5PM
📍 Auckland Showgrounds
Pet stalls, animals, live shows, rescues and more at NZ’s biggest pet expo.
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🌸 Greenwoods Corner Spring Festival – FREE
Saturday 20th September | 10AM – 3PM
📍 Corner of Manukau & Pah Road, Epsom
Live music, stalls and family fun at this spring community festival.
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📚 KILO Comic Sale – FREE Entry
Saturday 20th September | 10AM – 2PM
📍 Arkham City Comics, Royal Oak
$20 per kilo comic sale with 2,500+ DC and Marvel books.
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🏍️ Rev & Respect Motorcycle Awareness Ride
Saturday 20th September | 10:30AM
📍 The Warehouse Way, Akoranga
Motorcycle ride promoting road safety and supporting Ronald McDonald House.
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🪔 Diwali Celebrations – FREE
Saturday 20th September | 11AM – 4PM
📍 Wesley Community Centre
Food, cultural performances and family fun for Diwali.
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🎠 Play in Parnell – FREE
Saturday 20th September | 11:30AM – 3PM
📍 Heard Park, Parnell
New playground opening with live music, games, prizes and more.
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✨ Shine For A Cure – FREE
Saturday 20th September | 5PM
📍 The Auckland Domain
Lantern walk supporting Leukaemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand.
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🚘 Starship Supercar Show
Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st September | Times vary
📍 Giltrap Group, Grey Lynn
$100M worth of rare supercars, classics and motorsport icons.
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🪁 Auckland’s Largest Hobbies Exhibition – FREE
Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st September | 10AM – 4PM
📍 King’s College, Otahuhu
NZ’s biggest hobbies expo with models, crafts, games, collectibles and more.
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🛍️ Central Flea Market
Sunday 21st September | 8AM – 1PM
📍 170 Balmoral Road, Mount Eden
120+ stalls, vintage, vinyl, food trucks, live music, and more.
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🛍️ Eden Park Community Markets
Sunday 21st September | 9AM – 2PM
📍 Eden Park
Fresh produce, crafts, food and live entertainment.
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👀 Did you know? 👀

In 1816 the world had no summer at all.

Yep, a single volcanic eruption blocked the sun worldwide. Crops failed, snow fell in June and the world completely changed. Crazy right?

Coming Up Next Week:

📚 Comic Book Workshop – FREE
Wednesday 24th September | 1PM – 3PM
📍 Parnell Library
Draw, write and invent your own heroes and worlds for Comic Book Month. Ages 8+.
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🧪 Little Scientists: FREE Science Workshops
Wednesday 24th, Friday 26th & Monday 29th September | 11AM – 1PM
📍 The Alcove, Meadowbank Shopping Centre
Gooey hands-on science fun for curious kids, no booking needed.
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