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SUMMARY:Club Night @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Songs from the floor\, all welcome to have a go.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-the-bunker-11/
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:20250903T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250903T220000
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SUMMARY:Irish Session @ The Nix
DESCRIPTION:Trad Irish Session held at The Nix on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. BYO venue\, all welcome
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/irish-session-the-nix-2-2/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:The Nix\, 6 Nixon Street\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250904T193000
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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/2025-09-04/
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:20250905T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250905T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183214
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SUMMARY:Al Young @ East Coast Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:The Ol’ Blues Boy makes a welcome return to the East Coast Folk Club. Al Young and a bunch of his six-stringed friends hit the stage on September 5th with a power-packed package of the music that has made Al a leading figure in the New Zealand folk scene for decades. Expect a bunch of those good old downhome blues (and a bit more)\, delivered by a dynamic and entertaining performer. \nCasual performers 1st half with featured guest in the 2nd half.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/al-young-east-coast-folk-club/
LOCATION:East Coast Folk Club\, Torbay Senior Citizens Social Centre\, Torbay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Blues
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250906T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250906T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183214
CREATED:20250831T094339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T094339Z
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SUMMARY:Fats White\, Appaloosa Willie & Solomon Cole @ Ōmiha Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:The folk club kicks off the season with something a little different from our usual fare: a one-night only special edition of weird folk\, country\, and blues\, hosted by the irrepressible Sammy Leary and featuring local legends Fats White\, Appaloosa Willie\, and Solomon Cole.\n\nFats White is a celebrated icon of the Aotearoa underground and an extraordinary multimedia artist long revered by the old guard of the Auckland music scene. Fats\, who has described himself as “a persimmon-eater living in the seasons of a pretty complicated world\,” performs self-penned songs on the ukulele that resist classification\, but could be considered part punk\, part outsider folk\, and all carnivalesque showmanship. His work seems to spring from a deep well of primal weirdness\, and those who appreciate the weirder side of folk will recognise the dark humour and surreal artistry in his work\, which has been likened to a cross between Captain Beefheart\, Jim Morrison\, and Tom Waits.\n\nGerry Moran\, aka Appaloosa Willie\, plays outlaw country with a sound that recalls the greats from Hank Williams to Hasil Adkins\, but as an island dwelling bushman\, he doesn’t seek to imitate. Think slide guitar played through a blown-out amp on a Rocky Bay front porch and a style characterised by an irreverent\, anti-establishment attitude\, hard-living lyrics and rhythms like boots on a wooden floor.\n\nSolomon Cole is a genre-defying blues artist known for a sound that embraces the spirit of Howlin’ Wolf and owes a debt to the great Mississippi bluesmen Son House and R.L. Burnside. Cole’s career has been built on soul-drenched storytelling and primal\, foot-stomping blues. Fans can expect a back-to-basics\, (mostly) unplugged performance folk club appearance\, featuring Facu Fuentes on percussion and backup vocals from the talented Nikki Ngātai.\nThis is an all ages\, all walks of life-friendly show!\n\nThis year\, the folk club have dedicated 10% of the season’s proceeds to Ngā Purapura Akoranga\, Waiheke Island’s reorua / bilingual unit at Te Huruhi Primary School\, who do amazing mahi nurturing young te reo speakers in our community.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/fats-white-appaloosa-willie-solomon-cole-omiha-folk-club/
LOCATION:Ōmiha Memorial Hall\, 2 Glen Brook Rd\, Omiha\, Waiheke Island\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Blues,Country,Originals
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ORGANIZER;CN="%C5%8Cmiha Folk Club":MAILTO:Rbfcwaiheke@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250907T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250907T180000
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SUMMARY:Paul Johnson @ Workshop 26
DESCRIPTION:Paul loves performing on a variety of 4 string instruments\, and is well known in New Zealand and Australia ukulele community as a ukulele blues legend. However\, his passion since 1971 has been in the presentation and sharing of traditional folk music from a wide range of sources\, followed closely with the design\, building\, set ups and selling of 4 string instruments\, including resonator ukuleles. He plays a variety of instruments including uke\, banjo\, guitar and autoharp.Having taught over six thousand individuals and played hundreds of concerts and dozens of international festivals\, this is a well-seasoned entertainer\, with music to share with you all.\nEntry $10.00 cash at the doorNo bar\, so it’s BYOTea/Coffee/Cake at 1/2 time – Gold coin donation pleaseWarm clothing recommended.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/paul-johnson-workshop-26/
LOCATION:Workshop 26\, 26 Donovan Street\, Blockhouse Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Blues
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250907T190000
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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/2025-09-07/
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:20250908T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250908T230000
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UID:10001562-1757361600-1757372400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Marika Chia & Adam Ogle @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Dynamic folk duo featuring stunning tunes and songs with violin\, guitar and mandolin. \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/marika-chia-adam-ogle-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Celtic Folk,Originals,Trad Song
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250910T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250910T220000
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SUMMARY:Old Time Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Old-time session with Auckland Bluegrass Club!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/old-time-session/
LOCATION:The Nix\, 6 Nixon Street\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T160000
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SUMMARY:Music Repair Café
DESCRIPTION:Titirangi Folk Club invites local musicians to play a few songs at our Musical Repair Cafe\,\n1:00-4:00pm\,Sat 13 Sept. Titirangi Community House. Please contact the Organiser Brigitte (holdingspaceaotearoa@gmail.com) if this interests you and you want to sing. \nRepair Café Aotearoa NZ and Holding Space Aotearoa have banded together to bring you our 2nd ‘Music Repair Cafe’\,  Tune-Up for Your Instruments – this time in Titirangi\, West Auckland. \nOur goal is to empower you to care for your instruments\, provide practical assistance where possible\, and foster a culture of repair and sustainability within our music community. \nConnect with fellow music lovers\, share your experiences\, and learn from our knowledgeable volunteers in a friendly and supportive environment. Plus live music from Songwriters 4 Climate Action and more. \nFree event. Koha appreciated.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/music-repair-cafe/
LOCATION:Titirangi Community House\, 500 South Titirangi Road\, Auckland\, 0604\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T190000
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SUMMARY:Ceilidh in Devonport @ Harmony Hall
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for an evening of fantastic music\, dancing\, and great company? \nWelcome to the Scottish Clans Association’s annual Ceilidh – the perfect opportunity to kick up your heels to lively Scottish music. The family-friendly time means everyone can enjoy the fun! \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/ceilidh-in-devonport-harmony-hall/
LOCATION:Harmony Hall\, 4 Wynyard St\, Devonport\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Ceilidh
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250824T052252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T052932Z
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SUMMARY:Roughtown\, Miriam Mccombe & Hoop @ Ministry Of Folk
DESCRIPTION:Ministry of Folk is excited to welcome Roughtown who are true legends in the New Zealand folk scene and comprised of multi-instrumentalists Tim Chia\, Caleb Chia\, Adam Ogle and Emily Roughton. They grew up making music together socially and over the years have won numerous awards for their playing. They have performed at festivals all over Aotearoa and overseas and will be sure to thrill us with their fresh and vibrant high-energy trad folk arrangements. Not to be missed!\n\nMOF is also delighted to welcome Miriam McCombe – a musician and songwriter originally from Bath\, UK. Her music combines folky\, lilting melodies and funky grooves\, balancing waves of sadness with lyrical silliness. She released her debut EP ‘Weightless’ in 2023 and is happily gigging with her super-talented band of local indie musicians Tom\, Chelsea\, Callum & Geoff.\n\nAs usual\, your hosts Hoop will start off proceedings with their unique blend of folk and pop. Expect to hear some sweet harmonies\, fiddle\, banjo as they showcase a batch of brand new songs.\nBring your own drinks and snacks\, grab a table and settle down for a night of magic.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/roughtown-miriam-mccombe-hoop-ministry-of-folk/
LOCATION:Ministry of Folk\, 132 Grange Road\, Mount Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Celtic Folk,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250824T053202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T053202Z
UID:10001564-1757793600-1757804400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Sadie & Jay @ Titirangi Folk Music Club
DESCRIPTION:From lively rag-time blues and comical ditties to compelling epic tales and ballads\, this rare pairing take you on a rousing musical adventure with their gritty historical songs of spirited characters\, events and legends. \nWielding guitars\, bouzouki\, banjo & double bass\, Sadie & Jay return to Titirangi Folk Club to perform their highly original music greatly inspired by the Australian & Kiwi experience.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/sadie-jay-titirangi-folk-music-club/
LOCATION:Titirangi Beach Hall\, Titirangi Beach Road\, Titirangi\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Blues,Club Night,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250914T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001036-1757865600-1757876400@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/2025-09-14/
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:20250914T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250831T095844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T095844Z
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SUMMARY:Fiesta de la Primavera @ Pah Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Flamenco NZ Presents: Fiesta de la Primavera \nA Celebration of Spring\, New Beginnings\, and the Joy of Life \nFlamenco NZ invites you to welcome the season of Spring with Fiesta de la Primavera — a vibrant\, soul-stirring celebration of Spanish culture and artistry. Join us for an unforgettable evening of live Flamenco dance\, guitar\, song\, violin\, percussion\, and poetry. \nFiesta de la Primavera\, meaning Festival of Spring\, captures the spirit of new life\, inspiration\, happiness\, and the song of birds awakening the season. This richly textured show brings together top Flamenco artists in New Zealand in a powerful expression of joy\, movement\, and emotion — all rooted in the passionate traditions of Andalusian culture. \nThis special event features: \n\nExhilarating Flamenco Dance\nLive Spanish Guitar\nPassionate Flamenco Vocals\nSoulful Violin and Dynamic Percussion\nPoetic Narratives Celebrating the Season\n\nWhether you’re a Flamenco enthusiast or new to this powerful art form\, Fiesta de la Primavera promises to uplift\, inspire\, and ignite your senses. \nSpring is in the air
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/fiesta-de-la-primavera-pah-homestead/
LOCATION:The Arts House Trust\, Pah Homestead\, 72 Hillsborough Road\, Hillsborough\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:World Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250915T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250915T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250908T015805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T015805Z
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SUMMARY:Club Night - Spring Theme
DESCRIPTION:Bring in the change of season with songs of green shoots. Members $5 non-members $8.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-spring-theme/
LOCATION:The Bunker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250908T014222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T014222Z
UID:10001578-1758049200-1758054600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Organising Live Gigs 101
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to put on your own show? “Book it yourself” will give you the tools to make this happen. \nWomen About Sound is hosting a workshop on the ins and outs of organising a live gig. \n\nA 101 starter guide on what is involved\nPractical element where we will get you to plan your first gig\nChance to network with other artists\n\nFacilitated by Jess Haugh (Coordinator of Women About Sound): Jess has put on numerous live shows over the last 15 years in Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond. \nGuest Speaker: Vanessa Tottle – Vanessa will discuss her recent experience of organising a tour in Aotearoa \nGet inspired to organise your own gig\, and know you have the power to make the space for you to shine on stage. \nWomen About Sound aims to encourage the development of a thriving diverse music community for women and gender-diverse musicians in Aotearoa
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/organising-live-gigs-101/
LOCATION:Gribblehirst Community Hub\, 5 Cabbage Tree Swamp Drive\, Gribblehirst Park\, Sandringham\, Auckland\, New Zealand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women About Sound":MAILTO:womenaboutsound@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250917T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250917T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250901T084449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T085646Z
UID:10001572-1758137400-1758146400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Irish Session @ The Nix
DESCRIPTION:Trad Irish Session held at The Nix on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. BYO venue\, all welcome
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/irish-session-the-nix-2-2/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:The Nix\, 6 Nixon Street\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250808T015903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T080918Z
UID:10001864-1758223800-1758232800@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-2/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Auckland Irish Club\, Rocky Nook Ave\, Fowlds Park\, Mount Albert\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Celtic Folk,Traditional Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250908T022220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T022220Z
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SUMMARY:Benjamin Preston @ Rafters
DESCRIPTION:Benjamin Preston grew up in Tāmaki Makaurau and spent nearly three decades overseas\, where he discovered Americana and bluegrass while living in Texas. Since then\, he has immersed himself in mandolin\, guitar\, singing and performing—learning by doing and fortunate to play with many musicians in both the US and New Zealand. \nHe is a member of PettyGrass\, a Telluride-born bluegrass band that “grasses up” Tom Petty songs and hopes to bring their act to the Auckland Folk Festival in 2026. Closer to home\, Benjamin is an active supporter of the Auckland Bluegrass Club\, where he has served as President for the past two years. \nHis set features songs from a dozen of his favourite troubadours—including Sturgill Simpson\, Tyler Childers\, Neil Young\, John Prine\, and Lucinda Williams – artists who have shaped his musical journey and the songs he aspires to write and perform.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/benjamin-preston-rafters/
LOCATION:Rafters Music Club\, 1a Ponsonby Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rafters Music Club":MAILTO:raftersmusicclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250831T095300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T095317Z
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SUMMARY:Nicola Mitchell @ Mt Eden Village Centre
DESCRIPTION:Nicola Mitchell (Waikato Tainui\, Maniapoto) blends folky country sounds with storytelling that captivates audiences across Aotearoa. Winner of the 2025 Country Music Honour for Songwriting with her song Wā/Time – also the first song in the finals in the history of the awards with reo Māori in it. \nShe is one-half of the Tūī and APRA Best Country Song-nominated duo\, The Mitchell Twins\, she also performs alongside her award-winning older sister\, Jenny Mitchell\, in both Aotearoa and Australia. Her warm\, magnetic writing “swells and tugs at the heartstrings\, stirring more than a tear or two.” \nFor this concert Nicola will be joined by a couple of local friends on guitar and violin\, including Adam Ogle.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/nicola-mitchell-mt-eden-village-centre/
LOCATION:Mt Eden Village Centre\, 449 Mount Eden Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Country,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250915T223846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224203Z
UID:10001590-1758312000-1758321000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Waiata sing-a-long and kanikani night
DESCRIPTION:Rawiri\, Lox and Junglebird jazz band to host a joyful te wiki o te reo māori celebration. Sing well known waiata with a live jazz band\, while sipping cocktails. Enjoy Rawiri’s family recipe fry bread\, show off your poi skills\, weave some harakeke and sing your heart out. Prize for the best pair at tī rākau when we sing e pāpā waiari. Māori tunes all night.\nJoin us for a kanikani and sing waiata with us. \nFree entry. Band starts at 9pm.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/waiata-sing-a-long-and-kanikani-night/
LOCATION:Rocketman\, 10 Roukai Lane\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T113000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250916T045025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T045025Z
UID:10001591-1758367800-1758371400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Learn to Waiata
DESCRIPTION:Ōwairaka whānau\, don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to embrace waiata here at your local whare pukapuka (library). Join the wonderful vocal coach\, Hinekoia\, as she shares her passion for waiata and te ao Māori with us for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.  Limited spaces available. Saturday 20 September\, 11.30am – 12.30pm.Sign up here: https://forms.gle/81NjFeX2Vs4yaQv19
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/learn-to-waiata/
LOCATION:Mt Albert Library\, 84 St Lukes Road\, Auckland\, 1025\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250921T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001037-1758470400-1758481200@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/2025-09-21/
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:20250921T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250921T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250908T020006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T020006Z
UID:10001581-1758481200-1758492000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Fire in the Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Session around the fire 7-10pm.\nLast one for 2025! No charge.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/fire-in-the-mountain/
LOCATION:The Bunker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250922T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250922T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250908T020445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T020445Z
UID:10001582-1758571200-1758578400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:WilkieMac
DESCRIPTION:Lynne Wilkins and Michael MacKinnon.\nRaglan-based duo whose harmonies embrace trad to contemporary.\nFloor singers first half. Members $5 non-members $8.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/wilkiemac/
LOCATION:The Bunker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250505T003411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T211106Z
UID:10001297-1758742200-1758751200@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-2/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:The Greenhouse apartments\, 20 Williamson Ave\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250926T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250926T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250908T031352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T031352Z
UID:10001587-1758913200-1758924000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Folk Bitch Trio
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne’s alluring Folk Bitch Trio have announced their debut album release tour of New Zealand\, playing headline shows in Auckland\, Wellington & Christchurch. \nNow Would Be A Good Time\, the debut album by Folk Bitch Trio\, tells vivid\, visceral stories. Their music sounds familiar\, and it’s built on a foundation of the music they’ve loved throughout their lives–gnarled Americana\, classic rock\, piquant\, clear-eyed balladry. But the songs are modern\, youthful\, singing acutely through dissociative daydreams and galling breakups\, sexual fantasies and media overload\, all the petty resentments and minor humiliations of being in your early twenties in the 2020s. \nFolk music has a bad habit of being presented as a deathly serious concern. It’s the music you cry to\, it’s overly sacred\, it’s solemnly considered by critic-historians. But Folk Bitch Trio have a shared sense of humour that is embedded deep in their music and that sets it alight\, safe from the self-serious traps of the genre. Now Would Be A Good Time is funny and darkly ironic in the manner of writers like Mary Gaitskill or Otessa Moshfegh. On “Gods A Different Sword” they crack that “My body keeps the score/But if you tell me that you need it/I can get up off my floor\,” a nod to the clichéd\, over-referenced millennial self-help book\, as they wryly sing about sex within earshot of housemates\, and wring sexual innuendo from physics terminology.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/folk-bitch-trio/
LOCATION:The Tuning Fork\, 42 Mahuhu Crescent\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250203T214808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T214808Z
UID:10000894-1758915000-1758922200@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.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/friday-folknjam-2-3/2025-09-26/
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:20250926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T183215
CREATED:20250319T081703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T222955Z
UID:10001416-1758915000-1758922200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Hillsborough Ceilidh
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Hillsborough Ceilidh! \nEveryone is welcome; our friendly caller will explain everything and our live band will get you on your feet and dancing.Our ceilidh dances are alcohol-free and family friendly. \nFunded by the Puketāpapa Local Board.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/hillsborough-ceilidh/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:St David’s in the Fields\, 202 Hillsborough Rd\, Hillsborough\, Auckland\, 1042\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Ceilidh,Celtic Folk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Auckland Scottish Fiddle Club":MAILTO:learnScotsfiddle@gmail.com
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