Balfolk Auckland @ St Stephen’s Church Hall
St Stephens Church Hall 65 Jervois Rd, Herne Bay, Auckland, New ZealandBalfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
Come celebrate with us....THE BEST DAY OF THE YEAR St Patricks' Day 2026 Auckland Irish Club has a great day for you all to enjoy! Mass is being held inside at 10.30and and we are open after that. Highlights of the Day:• LIVE Music – inside and outside on the green• Cold Refreshments• Food Trucks• Irish ... Read more
An Evening with Kevin Le Pennec: Harp & Song at The Charlotte Museum / Te Whare Takatāpui-Wāhine o Aotearoa Kevin Le Pennec, singer and harpist, invites you to experience a timeless moment through his trad-contemporary music. His compositions, inspired by Breton and Irish traditions, blend captivating rhythms with pop and jazz influences. The French lyrics ... Read more
Free Irish Set Dancing session – the group goes through various traditional sets from Ireland, dances are called, all welcome. The Auckland Irish Society Clubhouse, Rocky Nook Bowling Club, Fowlds Park, Mt. Albert – First and third Thursdays each month (except Jan.) If you’re planning on coming contact: Sue and John Sheehan phone: (09) 445 ... Read more
Ihi. Wehi. Mana. aptly describes the emotions that will be evoked with this celebratory event featuring Te Waka Huia & Karen Grylls (CNZM).For 40 years Te Waka Huia has competed on the national kapa haka stage, winning the prestigious national title five times. 2026 marks 45 years of dedication from this kapa to Māori performing arts, singing, music, entertaining, ... Read more
Welcome all to Rafters third club night of the year. This month we have Caitlin Smith as our guest. Caitlin is one of New Zealand's most talented female vocalists . As well as being a singer, she is also a great songwriter, poet, and vocal coach and has spent almost two decades invested in helping ... Read more
Join us for an immersive experience of Filipino culture! We will showcase the vibrant Tinikling folk dance, where dancers skillfully step between moving bamboo poles, followed by the energetic Maglalatik dance, depicting a traditional battle over coconut shells. After the performances, we invite you to join in and try these lively dances for yourself, guided ... Read more
Aotearoa Asia-Pacific Cultural Celebration is a vibrant community festival that brings together the rich cultures, traditions, and talents of Asian and Pacific communities across New Zealand. This annual event celebrates diversity, unity, and the shared spirit of Aotearoa through music, dance, food and drink, art, and family-friendly activities. More than just a festival, this celebration ... Read more
Discover the Guqin! Learn about the history and cultural significance of the guqin (古琴), a seven-stringed Chinese zither with a history of over 3,000 years, traditionally associated with scholars, poetry, and meditation. Known for its subtle, expressive sound, the guqin has long been used for personal reflection and storytelling through music. Enjoy live performances of ... Read more
As part of the wider celebrations of the Auckland Arts Festival, “NIU KIDZ ON THE BLOCK!” brings together a powerful lineup of emerging and established Pasifika and Māori artists for an afternoon of music, culture and community.
Experience the Tortor Dance Performance — a traditional Batak ceremonial dance accompanied by Gondang music, symbolising unity, gratitude, and intergenerational blessing. The Batak are an ethnic group originally from North Sumatra, Indonesia. Batak communities live around the beautiful Lake Toba. Learn from our Cultural Showcase — a visual and interactive presentation introducing Batak customs, language, ... Read more