Kia ora!
We’ve got a wild spread of events in this issue, from a cat video festival to pub rock chaos, a Fleetwood Mac tribute night, local markets, quizzes, and even a hot rod poker run. Now pick a random event and just go. Worst case, you leave early. Best case? you just made a new core memory.
Enjoy this week’s issue 🥯
This Week:
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🎤 Auckland's Newest Stand-up Comedy Venue
Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd August | 7PM
📍 Cardboard Comedy Club, Kingsland
See pro and upcoming comedians every week in a unique cardboard venue.
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🎥 NZ International Film Festival
Now – Sunday 10th August | Times vary
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100+ films from 40+ countries, including Cannes hits and bold new Kiwi films.
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🏠 Hobsonville Newcomers Evening – FREE
Friday 1st August | 7PM – 9PM
📍 Sunderland Lounge
Mingle with new neighbors over free nibbles and drinks.
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🎸 Herman’s Hermits 60th Anniversary
Friday 1st August | 7:30PM
📍 SkyCity Theatre
British pop icons perform their classic 60s hits live in Auckland.
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🐾 Cat Video Fest 2025
Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd August | Times vary on location
📍 Cinemas nationwide
70 minutes of viral and never-before-seen cat videos on the big screen.
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🛍️ Devonport Market
Saturday 2nd August | 9AM – 2PM
📍 Devonport Ferry Terminal
A seaside market with handmade crafts, live music, clothing, and more.
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🛍️ $5 Fill-A-Bag Sale
Saturday 2nd August | 9AM – 4PM
📍 Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre
Fill a bag with clothes, books & toys for just $5.
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🧸 Howick Kids Market
Saturday 2nd August | 9AM – 11AM
📍 120 Picton Street, Howick
25 stalls run by kids, selling secondhand toys, books and clothes.
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👮♂️ Police Recruitment Seminar – FREE
Saturday 2nd August | 1PM
📍 Manukau Police Station
Chat with real officers and learn how to join the force.
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🥨 German Winter Market – FREE Entry
Saturday 2nd August | 3PM – 7PM
📍 The Crossing Community Centre
Sausages, bouncy castles, crafts, face painting and more. Perfect for families.
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🎬 FAM: Film Festival Edition – FREE
Saturday 2nd August | 2PM – 6PM
📍 Karangahape Road
Screenings, live music, and surprise performances all along K‑Road.
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🎸 The Biggest Pub Gig In The World
Saturday 2nd August | 5:30PM
📍 Spark Arena
NZ pub rock legends take over a very non-pub venue for one massive sing-along.
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🎤 Stevie Nicks Tribute Night
Saturday 2nd August | 7PM – 10PM
📍 The Bridgeman, Mount Eden
Fleetwood Mac hits performed live by a full tribute band.
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♦️ Auckland Hot Rod Poker Run
Sunday 3rd August | 9:30AM
📍 Western Springs Community Garden
Cruise with fellow car lovers, collect cards at each stop, and compete for prizes.
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🌿 Rongoā Workshops
Sunday 3rd - Sunday 24th August | 10:30AM – 12PM
📍 New Lynn War Memorial Library
Learn all about traditional Māori plant medicine across four Sundays.
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👀 Did you know? 👀
700 people in Wellington turned up to watch a guy fold a sheet.
What started off as a joke turned into a full Cuba Street takeover, with people standing on bins and chanting like it was a concert.
Coming Up Next Week:
🐶 Dog‑Bed Upcycling Workshop - FREE
Tuesday 5th August | 10AM – 3PM
📍 Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre
Drop in anytime to help turn old duvets into dog beds for rescue pups.
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📺 Friends Quiz Night
Wednesday 6th August | 7PM – 9:30PM
📍 The Birdcage Tavern, Freemans Bay
Five fast-paced trivia rounds all about Friends + bonus games.
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🧙♂️ Harry Potter Quiz Night
Thursday 7th August | 6:30PM - 9PM
📍 Brothers Beer & Juke Joint BBQ, Mt Eden
Costumes, trivia and a shot at the NZ Harry Potter Quiz Nationals.
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— The Auckland Bagel 🥯