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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
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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
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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
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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:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250203T214808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T214808Z
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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:20260404T182441
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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001038-1759075200-1759086000@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/2025-09-28/
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:20250928T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T210000
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CREATED:20250831T094716Z
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UID:10001567-1759082400-1759093200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Chris Priestley & The Unsung Heroes @ Pah Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Maybe you’ve never heard of the Taranaki Highwayman\, the ghost of the Vulcan Hotel and the man who conquered the Niagara Falls in barrel\, only to slip to an untimely death on an orange peel in Onehunga… \nPerhaps you’ve always assumed that the most compelling stories from the past come from somewhere else. Spoiler alert – they don’t! \nRight here\, written in the pages of our own New Zealand story is a line-up of characters up there with any gunslinger from the Wild West: heroes and villains\, do-gooders and ne’er-do-wells\, high-flyers and low-lifers – we’ve got more than our share. \nIt’s said the past informs the present\, but how many of us know of\, or were even taught of the characters who make up our own past and who helped shape who we’ve become? Not just the great and good but those with dirt under their nails and blood on their hands; the sinew and gristle of our backstory. \nBringing it to life with a bang is the travelling ensemble ‘Unsung Heroes’ live at the Pah Homestead.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/chris-priestley-the-unsung-heroes-pah-homestead/
LOCATION:The Arts House Trust\, Pah Homestead\, 72 Hillsborough Road\, Hillsborough\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250908T020720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T020720Z
UID:10001583-1759089600-1759096800@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Bunker Hill Unplugged
DESCRIPTION:Four songwriters presented by Micheal Young. Admission $10.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/bunker-hill-unplugged-6/
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:20250929T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250929T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250908T021335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T021335Z
UID:10001584-1759176000-1759183200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Club Night @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Floor singers to entertain you with a couple of items. \nAll welcome. Members $5 non-members $8.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-the-bunker-12/
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:20251001T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250901T084449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T085646Z
UID:10001573-1759347000-1759356000@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-2-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:The Nix\, 6 Nixon Street\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250908T022935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T022935Z
UID:10001586-1759428000-1759442400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Tim Freedman
DESCRIPTION:Tim Freedman is the lead singer\, songwriter and pianist of legendary Australian folk rock group The Whitlams. He will perform the best of his renowned nine album repertoire with pedal steel and electric guitarist Ollie Thorpe. \nSince 2022 a reinvigorated Freedman has led The Whitlams in a resurgence\, touring heavily and releasing two new albums “Sancho” (2022) and the Americana tinged “Kookaburra” (2024). Between band tours he has started performing smaller country towns in duo mode\, and this piano/pedal steel configuration has developed delicate atmospherics to suit the poignant narratives in Freedman’s songs.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/tim-freedman/
LOCATION:The Tuning Fork\, 42 Mahuhu Crescent\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250808T015415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T015415Z
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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/2025-10-02/
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:20251003T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251003T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250929T184050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T184333Z
UID:10001606-1759521600-1759532400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Jean Reid @ East Coast Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:Originally from Scotland\, Jean has been plying her craft around the folk clubs and festivals of Aotearoa for over 50 years. A performer with a rich and haunting voice\, she accompanies herself mainly on guitar. Much of Jean’s material is from the British tradition\, and she is also a fine songwriter. She has always enjoyed collaborating with other musicians\, has been in many groups down the years\, and is currently half of Celtic Ferret\, a lively duo well-known in the folk scene and beyond. \nJoin her to celebrate the recent release of her new album “And Aye She Sings”. \nCasual performers 1st half with featured guest in the 2nd half.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/jean-reid-east-coast-folk-club/
LOCATION:East Coast Folk Club\, Torbay Senior Citizens Social Centre\, Torbay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:English Folk,Trad Song
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250922T092858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T183338Z
UID:10001596-1759572000-1759593600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Daughters of Orpheus Return - Workshops with Tui Mamaki & Medena Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:“Daughters of Orpheus Return”\nFreshly returned from the homeland of the music\, Tui Mamaki is offering a Series of Open Workshops with Medena Ensemble: \n4 OCT : NEDELINO village\n= Potent diphonic mountain song\, learned with Aneta Emilova \n5 OCT : BISTRITSA village\n= Driving diphonic trance-lore\, learned with Dina Koleva \n1 NOV : PLEVEN region\n= Swift ornamented 7 rhythm\, for trio\, learned with Gergana Dimitrova \n2 NOV : PIRIN region\n= Beautiful slow 7 rhythm\, for trio\, learned with Gergana Dimitrova \n29 NOV : RODOPA mountains\n= Uplifting frolic song\, for trio\, learned with Elichka Krastanova \n30 NOV : RODOPA mountains\n= Langourous ornamented solo\, learned with Elichka Krastanova \nLOGISTICAL\nLocation: Auckland\nTimes : 10am-4pm\nCost :  $125-150 single day / $225-275 weekend\nRequires : Previous folklore vocal experience OR an individual introduction session to acquire appropriate voice production basics. \nENQUIRIES : tuimamaki@gmail.com / 021 155 55 82
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/workshops-with-tui-mamaki-medena-ensemble/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Auckland
CATEGORIES:Trad Song,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250929T200106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T200106Z
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SUMMARY:Ōmiha Folk Club presents Hannah Morrell
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a club night featuring special guest Hannah Morrell + floor spots first half. Sing a song or two\, or just listen!\nHannah Morrell is originally from Lutruwita/Tasmania and has travelled the world in folk\, punk\, and folk-punk bands for the past 15 years\, before following her heart and landing in Aotearoa. Hannah’s refreshing take on folk comes from honest reflections from her life and her self-deprecating humour. Most recently she has supported John Craigie and Beans on Toast\, and played violin with Fables\, Greta O’Leary\, The Dead Magpies (Aus)\, and Claire Anne Taylor (Aus). Hannah’s dynamic mix of melancholic rambles and rollicking singalong banjo originals are not to be missed. \nDoors at 7pm | $15 concession / $20 general / kids free!\n10% of all folk club proceeds this season will be donated to Ngā Purapura Akoranga\, the island’s reorua/bilingual unit at Te Huruhi Primary School\, who do amazing mahi nurturing young te reo speakers in our community.\nLovely photo of Hannah by Steve Bone!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/omiha-folk-club-presents-hannah-morrell/
LOCATION:Ōmiha Memorial Hall\, 2 Glen Brook Rd\, Omiha\, Waiheke Island\, New Zealand
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ORGANIZER;CN="%C5%8Cmiha Folk Club":MAILTO:Rbfcwaiheke@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251004T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250923T090640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T090640Z
UID:10001603-1759606200-1759615200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Tami Neilson Neon Cowgirl Tour @ Aotea Centre
DESCRIPTION:New Zealand’s international country star Tami Neilson\, fresh from her US performances is coming to Auckland. \n\n\n25 has been a landmark year for Neilson\, with invitations to perform at the Outlaw festivals\, Merlefest\, Willie’s Fourth of July Picnic\, The Grand Ole Opry\, and a European tour. Her huge\, glorious voice and powerful live performances have won the admiration and support of some of country music’s biggest names and fans worldwide. \nNeilson’s album Neon Cowgirl (out 11 July) is one of the year’s most highly anticipated releases\, following the success of singles You’re Gonna Fall\, and Borrow My Boots. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to see Tami Neilson live in New Zealand performing songs from Neon Cowgirl  and across her entire career.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/tami-neilson-neon-cowgirl-tour-aotea-centre/
LOCATION:Aotea Centre
CATEGORIES:Country,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250922T092858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T183338Z
UID:10001597-1759658400-1759680000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Daughters of Orpheus Return - Workshops with Tui Mamaki & Medena Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:“Daughters of Orpheus Return”\nFreshly returned from the homeland of the music\, Tui Mamaki is offering a Series of Open Workshops with Medena Ensemble: \n4 OCT : NEDELINO village\n= Potent diphonic mountain song\, learned with Aneta Emilova \n5 OCT : BISTRITSA village\n= Driving diphonic trance-lore\, learned with Dina Koleva \n1 NOV : PLEVEN region\n= Swift ornamented 7 rhythm\, for trio\, learned with Gergana Dimitrova \n2 NOV : PIRIN region\n= Beautiful slow 7 rhythm\, for trio\, learned with Gergana Dimitrova \n29 NOV : RODOPA mountains\n= Uplifting frolic song\, for trio\, learned with Elichka Krastanova \n30 NOV : RODOPA mountains\n= Langourous ornamented solo\, learned with Elichka Krastanova \nLOGISTICAL\nLocation: Auckland\nTimes : 10am-4pm\nCost :  $125-150 single day / $225-275 weekend\nRequires : Previous folklore vocal experience OR an individual introduction session to acquire appropriate voice production basics. \nENQUIRIES : tuimamaki@gmail.com / 021 155 55 82
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/workshops-with-tui-mamaki-medena-ensemble/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Auckland
CATEGORIES:Trad Song,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/medena-ensemble-on-koprivshtitsa-bridge.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251005T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251005T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250929T023714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T023714Z
UID:10001605-1759674600-1759687200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Warren & Fi
DESCRIPTION:Expect the unexpected.That could well be the motto of this fun-loving duo.Warren Payne – Vastly experienced singer/instrumentalist/entertainer\, well-known in folk music circles in Auckland and farther afield.Afioga Sadiq – Singer/instrumentalist of Samoan heritage\, with her own charming style\, and endearing sense of humour.Together\, this couple present a variety of musical surprises\, with sensitive arrangements\, and close harmonies.Always striving to find new material\, this Sunday is sure to deliver some songs you have likely never heard before\, along with a few old favourites\, mixed with humorous banter.\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/warren-fi/
LOCATION:Workshop 26\, 26 Donovan Street\, Blockhouse Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251005T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251005T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
UID:10001039-1759680000-1759690800@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/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:The Clare Inn\, 274-278 Dominion Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/the-clare.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251006T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251006T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250929T014152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T014301Z
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SUMMARY:The Bidibids @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Three-piece from Wellington featuring lush harmonies and intricate arrangements – Americana and bluegrass filtered  through a home-grown folk sound! \nOn banjo\, mandolin\, and guitar\, they blend soulful ballads that will tug your heart-strings with upbeat numbers which will get your toes tapping.\n\n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/bidibids-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Bluegrass & Old-Time
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T180007Z
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SUMMARY:Tom Cunliffe & Dave Khan @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:We have a great performance in store for you this month – Tom Cunliffe will be playing backed up by Dave Khan. \nTom Cunliffe writes folk songs like short films; vivid\, offbeat\, and full of heart. Based in Aotearoa\, New Zealand\, he crafts lyrical worlds\, with a guitar tuned sideways and a voice that balances gravity with joy. “An artist hitting his stride\,” (Graham Reid)\, Cunliffe has released three critically acclaimed albums over the past decade and played to sold out crowds around the country. Having toured New Zealand and Europe\, Cunliffe’s live shows are known to be “utterly compelling” (13th Floor)\, full of “songs packed with meaning and intent\, communications expressed with admirable clarity and literacy.” (Libel Music) Cunliffe has supported a number of internationally renowned artists including M. Ward\, Grace Cummings\, and Reb Fountain\, bringing his mix of warmth\, wit\, and slow-burning intensity to stages near and far.  You won’t want to miss it! \nAndy will be hosting her Old-Timey Tunes on Wednesday\, September 22 from 7:30PM at OC Nix (4th Wednesday of the month).  If you’re looking to improve your playing or just take in / learn some great tunes\, this session is perfect.  Bring your stringed instrument. \nSee y’all next Wednesday!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/tom-cunliffe-dave-khan/
LOCATION:The Nix\, 6 Nixon Street\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251010T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
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SUMMARY:Maggie Cocco @ Whangateau Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:Siren Songs with Maggie Coco  \nJourney through haunting ballads\, tender lullabies\, and captivating tales inspired by siren legends from around the world. Maggie Cocco weaves storytelling and song into an enchanting\, family-friendly performance\, revealing the beauty\, mystery\, and lessons hidden in these timeless sea-born myths. \n  \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/maggie-cocco-whangateau-folk/
LOCATION:Whangateau Hall\, 533 Leigh Road\, Leigh\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250923T085323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T085650Z
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SUMMARY:Mini Pipe Band Contest @ The Postman's Leg
DESCRIPTION:Grab your ear plugs\, North Shore\, because the pipe bands are coming your way!\nThe annual mini pipe band contest is back again for 2025\, with more craic in store for everyone.\nThe Postman’s Leg in Glenfield will be host NZ’s top mini pipe bands\, where they’ll be battling it out across all grades.\nBands will be kicking off from 12:00pm midday\, with free spectator entry.\nRegistration for bands is available at https://forms.gle/Z43jVvAUvkxY5kj9A
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/mini-pipe-band-contest-the-postmans-leg/
LOCATION:Postman’s Leg\, 43-51 Downing Street\, Glenfield\, 0629\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250922T050802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T050802Z
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SUMMARY:Live & Lens Session ft. Sonia & Nigel\, Dirt Road Orchestra & The TIMES
DESCRIPTION:COME AND BE PART OF A NEW KIND OF LIVE EVENT!\n\nThe LIVE&LENS SESSIONS at Parao Brewing Co. in Whangaparaoa are a new kind of live event. Not just a gig\, not just a showcase\, but a live happening that we capture on film for the benefit of the artists\, to help them with their own promotion. It’s a chance to support artists you like and/ or love\, to see new acts\, support local talent\, and live entertainment generally. We’re keeping the cost of entry to a minimum because this is what pays the fixed costs of producing the event – the filming\, sound and lights. The acts get the live AV\, and everyone has a great time.\n\nOur first LIVE&LENS SESSION FEATURES:\n\nSonia & Nigel (Sonia Wilson and Nigel Gavin) are a soulful acoustic duo rooted in Aotearoa’s folk traditions. Known and loved all over New Zealand and beyond\, this appearance marks the start of their Nationwide tour.\nSonia’s honeyed French-American vocals and ukulele blend with Nigel’s masterful 7-string guitar—touching blues\, jazz\, and porch-side magic—to create music that’s earthy and quietly virtuosic. Their songs explore travel\, nature\, and connection\, delivered with warm harmonies from festival stages to living rooms.\n\nDirt Road Orchestra is a six-piece acoustic ensemble steeped in British and Celtic folk\, with a New Zealand twist. Led by songwriter Andy Hamilton\, they mix ballads\, rhythm\, and storytelling into a melodic\, character-rich sound. Well-known Auckland duo King & Power add harmonic colour and groove\, Lucy Burrows brings fiery fiddle (this quartet are also the celebrated Auckland Céilí/ Cèilidh Band). Jess Brown supports on vocals\, and Menno Besseling anchors the rhythm.\n\nThe TIMES are the house band for the LIVE&LENS SESSIONS—a four-piece supergroup blending UK/European rock\, pop\, and glam. Born from unrealised projects. they are the LIVE & LENS house band\, and deliver a retro-infused show with AV delivering the visuals that’s neither covers nor tribute. A fresh take on live performance with seasoned players and cinematic flair.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/live-lens-session-ft-sonia-nigel-dirt-road-orchestra-the-times/
LOCATION:Parāoa Brewing Co.\, 719A Whangaparaoa Road\, Whangaparāoa\, Auckland\, 0930\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251012T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251012T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20250428T192219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T192329Z
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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/2025-10-12/
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:20251013T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20251006T055012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T055012Z
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SUMMARY:Club night @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Floor singers giving it a shot with two songs.  All welcome. \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-the-bunker-13/
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:20251015T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251015T220000
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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-2-2/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:The Nix\, 6 Nixon Street\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T080918Z
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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-2/2025-10-16/
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:20251017T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251017T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182441
CREATED:20251005T181942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T181942Z
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SUMMARY:Sonia & Nigel @ Rafters Music Club
DESCRIPTION:Sonia & Nigel are a multi-cultural acoustic duo featuring French-American\, Paris-born Sonia Wilson on vocals & ukulele\, and Kiwi-American virtuoso musician Nigel Gavin on 7-string guitar. They weave French\, Kiwi and American songs with their own original compositions inspired by their travels around the world. After meeting and playing together for the first time at a folk festival during Sonia’s first visit to New Zealand on a solo round-the-world trip in December 2014\, the pair have since become a well-loved duo in the New Zealand music scene and beyond. Sharing songs as a vehicle for peace\, joy\, laughter\, healing and community-building\, they celebrate beauty\, love\, life and ecology through their music.\n\n\n\nThe first half of the evening brings musicians old and new to warm us up before supper and our main guests. See Graham at the door if you want to perform\, but you will need to be there before the 8pm start.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/sonia-nigel-rafters-music-club/
LOCATION:Rafters Music Club\, 1a Ponsonby Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Originals,World Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rafters Music Club":MAILTO:raftersmusicclub@gmail.com
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