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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/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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SUMMARY:Kia Ora Japan @ Gracecity
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy Japanese culture\, arts\, and food? Do you want to learn more?\nThe New Zealand-Japan Society of Auckland Inc. (NZJS) is hosting “Kia Ora Japan” – a celebration of Japanese arts\, culture\, craft\, and food.\nThis free community event will feature a programme of performers\, including Haere Mai Taiko drumming group\, Akane\, Sakura Choir\, and Kotone.\nWe will also have Tea Ceremony demonstrations\, with tickets available to purchase for this activity. This charge is to cover the cost of the materials.\nFree culture workshops will offer the chance to try Japanese calligraphy\, origami\, fluid art\, and Japanese toys.\nIt’s a free\, fun day for people of all ages!\n\nPlease note: PARKING IS LIMITED at the venue\, so please consider using public transport where possible. The Greenlane train station is a short walk away\, and there are regular buses stopping near Woolworths Greenlane.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/kia-ora-japan-gracecity/
LOCATION:Gracecity\, 17 Marewa Road\, Greenlane\, Auckland\, 1051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Global Music,Trad Song,Traditional Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260807T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260807T230000
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UID:10002526-1786132800-1786143600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Joe Bennick @ East Coast Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning German singer-songwriter and author Joe Bennick offers a live special experience with his guitar and unique voice. With his songs and the multi-layered lyrics\, he creates sound images to dream and immerse himself\, which he presents entertainingly and skillfully. \nIt is the contrasts that give the art of Joe Bennick the special appeal. It combines brightly radiant sounds with energetic lyrics and gentle poetry with powerful sound. In this way\, he shows himself to be a stylistically diverse artist whose music is not only the expression of his poetry\, but always also a reference to the inconsistency of feelings. \nJoe Bennick is a regular guest on Germany’s concert stages and has found his place there in the singer-songwriter spectrum between folk-pop and acoustic-indie. \nCasual performers 1st half with featured guest in the 2nd half\, but we might reverse the order.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/joe-bennick-east-coast-folk-club/
LOCATION:East Coast Folk Club\, Torbay Senior Citizens Social Centre\, Torbay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Club Night,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260807T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T214916Z
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UID:10002544-1786131000-1786140000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ebony Lamb & Gram Antler @ Unitarian Church
DESCRIPTION:EBONY LAMB and GRAM ANTLER return home from Tokyo this winter for a sweet 5-date tour of New Zealand at some of their favourite venues. Performing as a duo and releasing Gram Antler’s long awaited debut album ‘Novel Lover’ alongside Ebony’s beloved catalogue of original work and road-testing new creations inspired since relocating to Japan in 2025. \nDon’t miss this double headline performance as they traverse their own personal musical landscapes together\, sliding the screen open for the audience to share in a night of intimate songwriting\, atmospheric harmonies and the strong audience rapport they are renowned for. \n– EBONY LAMB\nEbony Lamb\, is one of New Zealand’s finest singer-songwriters\, with a poetic voice and a vivid\, surrealistic intimacy\, turning the minutiae of everyday life and the defining memories that stay with us into a rich melange of indie-folk-jazz-alt-pop. Her debut self-titled album was produced with two of New Zealand most prestigious artists Bic Runga and Kody Nielson and released on Nadia Reid’s boutique label Slowtime Records to much critical acclaim. \nDrawing comparisons to Gillian Welch\, Cat Power and Neko Case\, Ebony released three critically-acclaimed albums with her former band Eb & Sparrow in Wellington New Zealand before embarking on a solo career under her own name and a progressive musical direction. Ebony transforms everyday observations into a rich tapestry of sound that resonates deeply with a wide listening audience. \n– GRAM ANTLER\nFor years\, Gram Antler has been a foundational\, quiet force in the Aotearoa New Zealand indie landscape—anchoring the sweeping and sharp melodies of EBONY LAMB\, PASHTAG and EB & SPARROW with his dynamic vocal\, bass and guitar work; while also creating music for podcasts\, such as RNZ’s award-winning Mr Lyttle Meets Mr Big\, and the odd stand-in as a session player for FRENCH FOR RABBITS and MARLON WILLIAMS. \nA reformed choirboy\, a post-alt-country romantic now operating from the neon-hued\, late-night sprawl of Tokyo\, Japan\, Gram Antler makes music that feels like a beautiful\, hazy contradiction. Gram Antlers style draws on a fluid\, sophisticated line from the timeless glam of Roxy Music to the velvet-gloom of Richard Hawley; Slacker Yacht-Rock—a world of hooky melodies\, lush analog textures\, and cinematic\, late-night introspection that mirrors the atmospheric shift of his new surroundings. \n‘Novel Lover‘ is Gram Antlers long awaited debut album\, out July 10th 2026 (Title single out Tuesday 9th June 2026) and was recorded in close collaboration with Tui Award-winning\, Melbourne-based producer BRETT STANTON (THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION\, BEASTWARS)
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/ebony-lamb-gram-antler-unitarian-church/
LOCATION:The Unitarian Church\, 1a Ponsonby Road\, Auckland\, 1011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Originals
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UID:10002499-1786125600-1786136400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Milly Tabak & Dave Khan @ Casita Miro
DESCRIPTION:Milly Tabak\, of Milltones fame\, swaps the grand stages of WOMAD for the intimate chapel of grapes that is Casita Miro. She’s joined by Dave Khan\, long-time lead guitarist for Marlon Williams and key side-man and producer for Reb Fountain. \nMilly and Dave have unbelievable chops and a huge repertoire of the best country songs you’ve never heard before. Khan also brings his exceptional fiddle sound. “The tone of Khan’s violin at Casita will be epic.” says Nick Atkinson “You’re so close to the action you’ll see little clouds of rosin burst from his strings as he bows his well travelled violin. With Milly Tabak at his side they unlock outrageously good sets. They’ll open the winter jazz season with nothing but amazingly hot licks. Come for the embroidered shirts\, stay for knees-up.”
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/milly-tabak-dave-khan-winter-jazz-series-casita-miro/
LOCATION:Casita Miro\, 3 Brown Road\, Onetangi\, Waiheke Island\, Auckland\, 1081\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Country
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T220000
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UID:10002539-1786044600-1786053600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Birkenhead Acoustic Music Club
DESCRIPTION:Birkenhead Acoustic Music Club is meeting on the first Thursday of the Month at Birkenhead Methodist Church loungeCome to listen or perform – 2 items per performer or groupSmall upright piano available$5 cash – Supper provided
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/birkenhead-acoustic-music-club-2/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Birkenhead Methodist Church\, 237 Onewa R\, Birkenhead\, Auckland\, 0626\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club Night
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T213000
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UID:10002427-1786044600-1786051800@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Irish Set Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Free Irish Set Dancing session –  the group goes through various traditional sets from Ireland\, dances are called\, all welcome. \nThe Auckland Irish Society Clubhouse\, Rocky Nook Bowling Club\, Fowlds Park\, Mt. Albert – First and third Thursdays each month (except Jan.) \nIf you’re planning on coming contact: Sue and John Sheehan phone: (09) 445 9105 or 027 488 8733
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/irish-set-dancing-8-2/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Auckland Irish Club\, Rocky Nook Ave\, Fowlds Park\, Mount Albert\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Traditional Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T220000
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UID:10002553-1785958200-1785967200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Neil Finlay & Neil Billington @ Botticelli
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear Neil Finlay and Neil Billington play a couple of sets of the best blues in town at Botticelli’s Restaurant.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/neil-finlay-neil-billington-botticelli/
LOCATION:Botticelli\, 8 Anzac Street\, Takapuna\, Auckland\, 0622\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Blues
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260803T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260803T230000
DTSTAMP:20260726T214844Z
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UID:10002531-1785787200-1785798000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Club Night @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Songs from the floor\, your turn to have a go.  All welcome.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-the-bunker-28/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Club Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260803T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260803T203000
DTSTAMP:20261004T195243Z
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UID:10001968-1785783600-1785789000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Balfolk Auckland @ St Stephen's Church Hall
DESCRIPTION:Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/balfolk-auckland-2/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:St Stephens Church Hall\, 65 Jervois Rd\, Herne Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Traditional Dance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T190000
DTSTAMP:20250428T192329Z
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001082-1785686400-1785697200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Irish Session @ The Clare Inn
DESCRIPTION:Irish session\, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/irish-session-the-clare-inn/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:The Clare Inn\, 274-278 Dominion Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260720T045131Z
CREATED:20260720T045131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T045131Z
UID:10002524-1785681000-1785693600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Marcus & Bill @ The Barebones Acoustic Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:Marcus and Bill have been playing music as a duo for a number of years. They met as fellow jammers at the Auckland Blues Music Club\, where Bill plays bass and Marcus plays harmonica\, guitar and they both sing. Discovering they both had four string tenor guitars\, they began to play and perform with these together. Subsequently they brought in their other instruments to the duo\, and developed a wide-ranging repertoire including blues\, folk and other genres\, in both acoustic and electric forms. For both of them the words matter\, including that they can be heard\, and they value simple arrangements of music and songs that they come across. For their guest spot they will be concentrating on six-string acoustic guitars and Marcus’s harmonicas.\n\nWarm clothing recommendedDoors open 2.30pmEntry $10.00 cash at the doorNo bar\, so it’s BYOTea/Coffee/Cake at 1/2 time – Gold coin donation please
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/marcus-bill-the-barebones-acoustic-folk-club/
LOCATION:Workshop 26\, 26 Donovan Street\, Blockhouse Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260801T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260727T221843Z
CREATED:20260727T221843Z
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UID:10002547-1785592800-1785600000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Drum & Voice Community Circle @ the Sea Scouts Hall\, Ōwairaka
DESCRIPTION:Community Circle of Drums\, Percussions and Voices\, getting together through the power of Rhythm and Harmony\, open to ALL AGES and LEVELS OF EXPERTISE. \nGet to experience the joy of a real ensemble of humans from all ages and backgrounds\, united through rhythm and the power of drumming and singing together in a safe space\, open for everyone to enjoy! Drums provided – come and join!\nFacilitated by Antonio Altieri\, International Community Music\, VMC and R2R facilitator from Italy.\nActively supported by our local Rhythm Advocate KRAKOTOKRA. \nLIMITED SEATS\, reserve your spot soon by texting “Drum Circle” and “participants names” to +642041345369 (Children must be accompanied by an adult) \nPlease be aware you’re taking a seat from another person\, let us know in time in case you can’t make it \nKOHA SESSION – CONSCIOUS DONATION\, bring your family and friends to enjoy and experience the power\, fun and benefits of collaborative community music\nLight refreshments\, tea and biscuits\, will be provided
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/drum-voice-community-circle-the-sea-scouts-hall-owairaka/
LOCATION:Sea Scouts Hall\, Murray Halberg Park\, Range View Road\, Mount Albert\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260731T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260731T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T033934Z
CREATED:20260224T020104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T033934Z
UID:10001981-1785526200-1785533400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Scottish Cèilidh Night
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the monthly Scottish cèilidh event in Hillsborough. Join in dancing to live Scottish cèilidh music – no experience required\, just your dancing shoes and a keen attitude!\nScottish Cèilidh Club hosts this event every last Friday evening of the month up to November.\nSee you there!\n$5 per person/$10 per family
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/scottish-ceilidh-night/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:St David’s in the Fields\, 202 Hillsborough Rd\, Hillsborough\, Auckland\, 1042\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260727T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260727T230000
DTSTAMP:20260628T211956Z
CREATED:20260628T211956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T211956Z
UID:10002514-1785182400-1785193200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:AGM and Club Night @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION: Annual General Meeting followed by songs from the floor. \n No charge tonight.  Want to elect a new committee?
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/agm-and-club-night-the-bunker-2/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Club Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260727T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260727T220000
DTSTAMP:20260721T205616Z
CREATED:20260721T205616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T205616Z
UID:10002528-1785178800-1785189600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Club Night with Special Guest: Dirt Road Orchestra @ Whangateau Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:July club night is Monday the 27th\, and very special guests for the evening are Dirt Road Orchestra. Floor singers in the first half. \nAndy Hamilton and the Dirt Road Orchestra are thrilled to be returning to their spiritual home “the Whangateau Folk Club.” It will be the first stop on their Drifty Man tour to showcase songs from their new album “Drifty Man.” \nThe Dirt Road Orchestra has been a moving feast of players over the years and although some old friends have left\, the current lineup of brilliant musicians bring a new sonic depth\, power and subtly to Andy’s songs. \nThe Dirt Road Orchestra are:\nAndy Hamilton: Lead vocal and guitar\nPaul King: Bass and vocals\nLucy Burrows: Fiddle\nChris Power: Lead guitar\, flute and tin whistle\nEmma Wollum: Keys\, accordion and vocals \nDoors open at 6:45pm for a 7:00pm kick off. Door sales only\, you can pay cash or by bank transfer. Sign up for a floor spot at the door. Half time hot drink and bikkie provided of course\, but you can BYOB should you be so inclined!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-with-special-guest-dirt-road-orchestra-whangateau-folk-club/
LOCATION:Whangateau Hall\, 533 Leigh Road\, Leigh\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Club Night,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260727T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260727T203000
DTSTAMP:20261004T195243Z
CREATED:20260223T040622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T195243Z
UID:10001967-1785178800-1785184200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Balfolk Auckland @ St Stephen's Church Hall
DESCRIPTION:Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/balfolk-auckland-2/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:St Stephens Church Hall\, 65 Jervois Rd\, Herne Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Traditional Dance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T230000
DTSTAMP:20260721T212301Z
CREATED:20260628T211805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T212301Z
UID:10002513-1785096000-1785106800@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Bunker Hill Unplugged @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Bunker Hill Unplugged\nA showcase of live original music from around New Zealand\, performed in an amazing intimate acoustic venue. \nThis month features these artists\, who will do a thirty-minute set each. \nDelta Drift\nhttps://www.instagram.com/delta_drift \nRich Leschen\nhttps://www.facebook.com/richleschenmusic/ \nSadie Munro\nhttps://www.instagram.com/sadiemunrosings/ \nSomething They Call Myth\nhttps://somethingtheycallmyth.com/ \nNote: There is a gate controlling vehicular access to Mt Victoria. If you are attending an event at The Bunker you may let yourself in by entering this code on the keypad at the gate: *1109# This code is valid from 6PM-10:30PM.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/bunker-hill-unplugged-the-bunker-7/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Originals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T190000
DTSTAMP:20250428T192329Z
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001081-1785081600-1785092400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Irish Session @ The Clare Inn
DESCRIPTION:Irish session\, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/irish-session-the-clare-inn/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:The Clare Inn\, 274-278 Dominion Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T180000
DTSTAMP:20260714T004420Z
CREATED:20260714T004420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T004420Z
UID:10002518-1785081600-1785088800@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Persian Music Gathering @ Ellen Melville Centre
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes all it takes is one song to turn strangers into friends\, revive memories and reignite a sense of belonging.\nIranian Music Gathering has been formed with the goal of bringing together Iranian music lovers; an intimate space to play\, sing\, learn and enjoy music\, regardless of experience and skill level.\n\nThe gathering\, hosted by Reza Nejad\, and with the valuable support of the Ellen Melville Centre\, provides an opportunity to foster social connections\, cultural exchange\, and preserve and promote Iranian music and culture in the heart of Auckland.\n\n🗓️ Sunday\, 26 July 2026\n🕓 4:00 to 6:00 pm\n📍 Ellen Melville Centre 2 Freyberg Place\, Auckland CBD\n🚗 Parking: Victoria Street Car Park (just a few minutes walk from the venue)\n🎟️ Entry is free for all. Bring your instrument\, share your vocals\, or just sit and enjoy music and friends!\n️
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/persian-music-gathering-ellen-melville-centre/
LOCATION:Ellen Melville Centre\, Freyberg Square\, Courthouse Ln\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Global Music,Persian music,Sessions or Jams,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260724T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260724T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T203159Z
CREATED:20250203T214808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T203159Z
UID:10000904-1784921400-1784928600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Friday Folk'n'Jam
DESCRIPTION:An evening of taking turns to share music and songs around the circle\, joining in when you can\, with harmonies on your instrument or voice. Participate or listen. The choice is yours. \nWe’re a totally informal\, small friendly group of people who like to sing and play music. This is a good place for experienced musicians to meet up and enjoy playing together. \nIf you do not sing or play and would like to then here you’ll find encouragement. There is never any pressure and you may wish to visit a few times to get confidence or you may already be confident\, it does not matter\, no one will criticise\, only support. \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/friday-folknjam-2-3/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Titirangi Folk Club\, Titirangi Beach Hall\, Titirangi Beach Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260722T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260722T230000
DTSTAMP:20260720T204817Z
CREATED:20260720T204817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T204817Z
UID:10002527-1784752200-1784761200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Shootin' in the Dark @ The Clare Inn
DESCRIPTION:“Shootin’ in the Dark” – alt-country acoustic duo\, live at The Clare Inn Wednesday Showtime\, July 22
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/shootin-in-the-dark-the-clare-inn/
LOCATION:The Clare Inn\, 274-278 Dominion Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Blues,Country
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260722T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260722T220000
DTSTAMP:20260301T211106Z
CREATED:20250505T003411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T211106Z
UID:10001713-1784748600-1784757600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Old Time Session @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Old-Time session with Auckland Bluegrass Club! 4th Wednesday of each month at the Greenhouse apartments\, 20 Williamson Ave\, Grey Lynn. \nCall Andy for parking 021599223 \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/old-time-session-auckland-bluegrass-club-2/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:The Greenhouse apartments\, 20 Williamson Ave\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260720T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260720T230000
DTSTAMP:20260628T211614Z
CREATED:20260628T211614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T211614Z
UID:10002512-1784577600-1784588400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Club Night @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:CLUB NIGHT featuring a mini guest spot from HAMISH and NICOLE – Captivating harmonies from this young couple plus floor singers.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-the-bunker-27/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Club Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260720T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260720T203000
DTSTAMP:20261004T195243Z
CREATED:20260223T040622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T195243Z
UID:10001966-1784574000-1784579400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Balfolk Auckland @ St Stephen's Church Hall
DESCRIPTION:Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/balfolk-auckland-2/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:St Stephens Church Hall\, 65 Jervois Rd\, Herne Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Traditional Dance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T220000
DTSTAMP:20260628T211137Z
CREATED:20260628T211137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T211137Z
UID:10002511-1784487600-1784498400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Fire in the Mountain @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Informal session around the fire. No charge. 7-10 pm.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/fire-in-the-mountain-the-bunker-8/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T190000
DTSTAMP:20250428T192329Z
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001080-1784476800-1784487600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Irish Session @ The Clare Inn
DESCRIPTION:Irish session\, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/irish-session-the-clare-inn/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:The Clare Inn\, 274-278 Dominion Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224328Z
CREATED:20260614T224328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T224328Z
UID:10002503-1784473200-1784480400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Nukes @ Titirangi Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Life in the Slow Lane\nThe original 3 \, Ben ‘Country boy’ Collier\, Dave ‘Snapper’ Thiele and Dave ‘Fingers of fire’ Parker reunite again – with the addition of Dave’s son Josh ‘JayP’ Parker\, as they embark on possibly their last intrepid adventure together- to create a 12inch Vinyl album. \nExpect them to have some new songs in the kit bag as well as a bunch of their old classics.\nBuy a ticket and enjoy the concert only\, or help them on their way to make this dream a reality and pay it forward and pre-purchase the album by choosing the Add – On option. Save on postage and collect from Auckland or Whangārei. \nBe one of the early backers and get a credit on the album sleeve and signed copy when it’s released. First edition strictly limited numbers. \nWith “Life in the slow Lane” The Nukes will once again prove that it doesn’t matter how long it takes\, or how you get there\, just as long as you do
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/the-nukes-titirangi-theatre-2/
LOCATION:Lopdell House\, 418 Titirangi Road\, Titirangi\, Auckland\, 0604\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260718T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260718T230000
DTSTAMP:20260714T005910Z
CREATED:20260714T005910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T005910Z
UID:10002520-1784404800-1784415600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei presents - MAHUTA
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate the Matariki season with us at MAHUTA! ✨ \nNgāti Whātua Ōrākei is proud to present an unforgettable night of music\, bringing together some of the best kaiwaiata of Te Ao Māori. Curated by Majic Pāora\, MAHUTA is a celebration of our voices\, our stories and our people. \nWith performances by:\nROB RUHA\nBETTY-ANNE\nTAWAZ\nJORDYN WITH A WHY\nMAJIC\nSHELBY TEUA\nALESSIA MAIHI FIFITA\nVYBE2B \nBring your whānau\, bring your friends – this is a night for all of Tāmaki Makaurau!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/ngati-whatua-orakei-presents-mahuta/
LOCATION:Te Paepae Theatre\, 101 Hobson Street\, Auckland Central
CATEGORIES:Cultural Celebration,Kapa Haka,Maori,Originals,Trad Song,Waiata
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260718T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260718T230000
DTSTAMP:20260608T193519Z
CREATED:20260608T193519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T193519Z
UID:10002495-1784403000-1784415600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Fables with support from Milly Tabak @ Kumeū Arts
DESCRIPTION:Fables celebrate the release of their debut album ‘Change is a slow moving beast’ hitting #2 in the Aotearoa Album charts. Known for their lush\, cinematic folk and intimate storytelling\, Fables bring their signature warmth and depth to calm any storm\, bear witness to this intimate full-band performance at Cupid Bar.If you’ve ever needed a reason to slow down and just breathe\, Fables has provided the perfect soundtrack. Fronted by the immense talent of Jess Bailey and backed by a revolving cast of Tāmaki Makaurau’s finest\, their debut album Change Is A Slow Moving Beast is exactly what the title suggests\, a patient\, evolving creature that demands you sit still and listen. \nMu
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/fables-with-support-from-milly-tabak-kumeu-arts/
LOCATION:Kumeu Arts\, 300 Main Rd\, Kumeu\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Originals
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