Get ready for a foot-stomping, family-friendly night of traditional Celtic music and dancing! The Auckland Céilí/ Cèilidh Band brings the spirit of Ireland and Scotland to the beautiful rural MAKARAU HALL. A family-friendly evening of Celtic dancing for all ages and abilities. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just curious to try, this event is ... Read more
Known for curating Auckland's Ministry of Folk events, indie folk band hoop. now steps fully into the spotlight with their fourth EP - a rich and heartfelt collection of songs exploring life, love, loss, lockdown, and the occasional social or political reflection. Wrap Me Up in Winter combines the song writing talents of Devonport local Nick Edgar (The ... Read more
This December acclaimed songwriter Nadia Reid journeys back to New Zealand in celebration of Enter Now Brightness; her critically lauded fourth album which was released on Chrysalis in February 2025. The Manchester-based expatriate New Zealander is known for her ruminative and well-crafted folk-inflected songwriting, and with Enter Now Brightness she presents a record of poise ... Read more
“Floor-singers Fundraiser” event to raise some money to help valued community member Angel through a difficult time. "A multi-instrumentalist musician and tutor, many will remember him as the guy with dreadlocks, playing a huge piano accordion in The Dogs Bollix Band and Genghis Carney. Others will know him previously as your sound engineer in The ... Read more
Irish session, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
Calling all rangatahi artists for a cosy, supportive and whānau-friendly open mic! We are inviting rangatahi artists to an open mic for our youth community and their whānau. This is a chance for young performers to practice their craft, share their voice and connect with others in a relaxed space at the beautiful Kāhui St. ... Read more
Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
Join ukulele group, The Nukes, for a road trip like no other – a song-journey from Rakiura (Stewart Island) to Cape Reinga, woven together with harmony and laughter. Celebrating over 15 years together the Nukes have built a reputation built upon finely crafted original tunes, comic flair and great musicianship, all of which have made ... Read more
The Ministry of Folk is bringing some goodtime feelings to Whangateau in the guise of the indie folk band hoop. hoop have been going strength to strength, having just released a new single, “Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way” from their forthcoming EP to be released in December. hoop are a five-piece indie folk band ... Read more
ANDREW LONDON DUO – Ever popular Andrew and Kirsten London putting the spotlight on Kiwi life with upbeat humour and satire.
Celebrating the vibrant cultures of Latin America!! Come along and enjoy: Delicious Latin American street food Live music & folkloric dance performances Crafts, local Latinx artists & small businesses Activities for tamariki & whānau Pet-friendly vibes – bring your furry friends! Let’s dance, eat, connect & celebrate community!
A very special December double bill featuring the amazing Donnybrook Fair + our very own Sammy Leary! Donnybrook Fair are energetic, charismatic and very talented musicians who are in very high demand. They perform punk infused English/Irish folk, reminiscent of The Pogues and The Dubliners - just the thing for a festive hootenanny. Expect a high-energy fusion of ... Read more