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SUMMARY:BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival
DESCRIPTION:The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival is New Zealand’s premier Indian cultural festival. It’s a free\, family-friendly event held every year.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/bnz-auckland-diwali-festival/
LOCATION:Aotea Square
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Festival,Indian
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SUMMARY:Diwali Lunchtime Music @ Auckland Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Diwali at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki with our free lunchtime music series. Drop in from 1pm to 1:45pm on 28\, 29 and 30 October to experience the rich sounds\, rhythms\, and traditions of South Asia through live music. \nWhether you’re taking a break from work\, meeting friends or want to enjoy live music in your day – our lunchtime music series is the perfect way to get involved with Diwali\, the Festival of Lights. \nProudly supported by Auckland Council Events.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/diwali-lunchtime-music-auckland-art-gallery/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Auckland Art Gallery\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Festival,Indian
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SUMMARY:Diwali Lunchtime Music @ Auckland Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Diwali at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki with our free lunchtime music series. Drop in from 1pm to 1:45pm on 28\, 29 and 30 October to experience the rich sounds\, rhythms\, and traditions of South Asia through live music. \nWhether you’re taking a break from work\, meeting friends or want to enjoy live music in your day – our lunchtime music series is the perfect way to get involved with Diwali\, the Festival of Lights. \nProudly supported by Auckland Council Events.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/diwali-lunchtime-music-auckland-art-gallery/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Auckland Art Gallery\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Festival,Indian
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T140000
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SUMMARY:Diwali Lunchtime Music @ Auckland Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Diwali at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki with our free lunchtime music series. Drop in from 1pm to 1:45pm on 28\, 29 and 30 October to experience the rich sounds\, rhythms\, and traditions of South Asia through live music. \nWhether you’re taking a break from work\, meeting friends or want to enjoy live music in your day – our lunchtime music series is the perfect way to get involved with Diwali\, the Festival of Lights. \nProudly supported by Auckland Council Events.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/diwali-lunchtime-music-auckland-art-gallery/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Auckland Art Gallery\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Festival,Indian
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195724Z
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SUMMARY:Carnaval Latino Auckland @ Ellen Melville Centre
DESCRIPTION:CARNAVAL LATINO AUCKLAND \nCelebrating the vibrant cultures of Latin America in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau!\n Freyberg Square & Ellen Melville Centre\, Auckland Central\n\nJoin us for a lively community event bringing together the flavours\, rhythms\, art & traditions of Latin America. This vibrant market showcases Latin American food vendors\, artisan crafts\, local Latinx artists & small businesses\, alongside colourful folkloric dance & live music performances that fill the Square with energy & joy.\n\nCarnaval Latino is all about community\, connection & cultural pride\, creating a welcoming space where the Latin American community can celebrate together while sharing our traditions with the wider Auckland public. It’s a chance to experience authentic cuisine\, discover handmade goods\, dance to live music & connect with people from many cultures.\n\nWhether you’re coming for the food\, the music\, the culture or simply the atmosphere\, everyone is welcome.\nLet’s dance\, eat\, connect &celebrate community together!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/carnaval-latino-auckland-ellen-melville-centre/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260808T100000
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SUMMARY:Carnaval Latino Auckland @ Ellen Melville Centre
DESCRIPTION:CARNAVAL LATINO AUCKLAND \nCelebrating the vibrant cultures of Latin America in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau!\n Freyberg Square & Ellen Melville Centre\, Auckland Central\n\nJoin us for a lively community event bringing together the flavours\, rhythms\, art & traditions of Latin America. This vibrant market showcases Latin American food vendors\, artisan crafts\, local Latinx artists & small businesses\, alongside colourful folkloric dance & live music performances that fill the Square with energy & joy.\n\nCarnaval Latino is all about community\, connection & cultural pride\, creating a welcoming space where the Latin American community can celebrate together while sharing our traditions with the wider Auckland public. It’s a chance to experience authentic cuisine\, discover handmade goods\, dance to live music & connect with people from many cultures.\n\nWhether you’re coming for the food\, the music\, the culture or simply the atmosphere\, everyone is welcome.\nLet’s dance\, eat\, connect &celebrate community together!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/carnaval-latino-auckland-ellen-melville-centre/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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SUMMARY:Carnaval Latino Auckland @ Ellen Melville Centre
DESCRIPTION:CARNAVAL LATINO AUCKLAND \nCelebrating the vibrant cultures of Latin America in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau!\n Freyberg Square & Ellen Melville Centre\, Auckland Central\n\nJoin us for a lively community event bringing together the flavours\, rhythms\, art & traditions of Latin America. This vibrant market showcases Latin American food vendors\, artisan crafts\, local Latinx artists & small businesses\, alongside colourful folkloric dance & live music performances that fill the Square with energy & joy.\n\nCarnaval Latino is all about community\, connection & cultural pride\, creating a welcoming space where the Latin American community can celebrate together while sharing our traditions with the wider Auckland public. It’s a chance to experience authentic cuisine\, discover handmade goods\, dance to live music & connect with people from many cultures.\n\nWhether you’re coming for the food\, the music\, the culture or simply the atmosphere\, everyone is welcome.\nLet’s dance\, eat\, connect &celebrate community together!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/carnaval-latino-auckland-ellen-melville-centre/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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SUMMARY:Culture Fest @ Papatoetoe Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊! If you haven’t secured your spot yet\, now is the time! This isn’t just an event; it’s a vibrant celebration of the diverse threads that make our community so unique.Space is filling up fast\, and we’d hate for you to miss out on the live performances and incredible atmosphere.Secure your spot here: https://forms.gle/HMp8qxiWX2QnNfHX7
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/culture-fest-papatoetoe-town-hall/
LOCATION:Papatoetoe Town Hall\, 31 St George Street\, Papatoetoe\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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SUMMARY:Creative Rhythms for Wellbeing Multicultural Community Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A Creative Rhythms for Wellbeing – Multicultural Community Showcase \nExperience the vibrant heartbeat of Auckland’s diverse cultures! Participants from Indian\, Māori\, Pacific\, Asian\, and other communities will dazzle you with Bollywood\, Pacific beats\, Māori-inspired and global fusion dances\, along with creative artworks. \nCelebrate wellbeing\, culture\, and community in this lively\, inclusive showcase.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/creative-rhythms-for-wellbeing-multicultural-community-showcase/
LOCATION:Western Springs Garden Community Hall\, 956 Great North Road\, Western Springs\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Traditional Dance,World Music
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SUMMARY:Whau Cultural Celebration Day
DESCRIPTION:The New Lynn Community Centre\, in collaboration with the Whau Ethnic Collective\, is celebrating World of Cultures 2026 with the Whau Cultural Celebration Day! Join us for a fun\, free day out for the whole whānau! \nEnjoy vibrant cultural performances\, delicious food from around the world\, and experience activities from a diverse range of local cultural groups within Whau. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of community\, culture\, and diversity! \nRain option will be at the New Lynn Community Centre 45 Totara Avenue\, New Lynn\, Auckland 0600.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/whau-cultural-celebration-day/
LOCATION:New Lynn War Memorial Square\, 3 Memorial Drive\, New Lynn
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance,World Music
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260328T180000
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SUMMARY:Te Whenua Roa o Kahu - Kaipatiki Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Te Whenua Roa o Kahu – Kaipātiki Cultural Festival is a vibrant\, free\, community celebration of kapa haka\, dance\, music\, and multicultural performance in the heart of Kaipātiki. \nThe event brings together local kura\, community rōpū\, and cultural groups to celebrate te ao Māori and the rich cultural diversity that defines Tāmaki Makaurau. Enjoy powerful kapa haka\, traditional and contemporary performances\, delicious kai\, and whānau-friendly activities in a smoke-free\, zero-waste environment. This kaupapa\, led by Toi Aro Charitable Trust in partnership with Te Whare Roto o Toi and Te Kamaka Marae\, celebrates kotahitanga – unity through culture\, language\, and art.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/te-whenua-roa-o-kahu-kaipatiki-cultural-festival/
LOCATION:Te Kamaka Marae\, 103 College Road\, Northcote\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Kapa Haka,Maori,Pasifika,Trad Song,Traditional Dance,World Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260328T180000
DTSTAMP:20260322T220159Z
CREATED:20260322T220159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T220159Z
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SUMMARY:Southeast Asia Festival
DESCRIPTION:Locals eager to immerse themselves in the rich and colourful cultures of Southeast Asia can enjoy a full day surrounded by non-stop performances\, traditional arts\, and authentic cuisine – while Southeast Asian migrants can relive the familiar sights\, sounds\, and flavours of home. \nAt the Southeast Asia Festival\, discover the region’s diversity through Heritage Food Festivals\, Travel Galore\, Cultural Theatre\, and Interactive Activities. Savour Southeast Asian heritage dishes crafted exclusively for festival visitors. The open layout of the food stalls offers a front-row view of traditional cooking techniques – and endless Instagrammable moments.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/southeast-asia-festival/
LOCATION:Auckland Showgrounds\, 217 Green Lane West\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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