Welcome to the folk events calendar for Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland. This calendar is a curation of folk music and dance events happening in the region, please click on each event to find out more. We do not organise these events.
To submit an event to the calendar, please email folk@commonfolk.co.nz with all the information, including an image.
Inclusion in the calendar is at the discretion of Common Folk. The management of the calendar is funded by Common Folk and it is free to list here, however a koha can always be made towards to its upkeep.
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 ... Read more
The QUEEN of Gujarati Folk — GEETABEN RABARI — LIVE in Auckland! Geeta Rabari is one of the most beloved folk singers of India, often hailed as the “Koyal of ... Read more
The young virtuoso, recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation,” has fallen in love with New Zealand! - and after sold-out shows around the globe, he’ll bring ... Read more
Another chance to meet up with those around the country and around the world, and zoom in for an evening of music and song. 7:30 p.m. NZ time, 8:30 a.m. ... Read more
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, ... Read more
Life in the Slow Lane The original 3 , Ben 'Country boy' Collier, Dave 'Snapper' Thiele and Dave 'Fingers of fire' Parker reunite again - with the addition of Dave's ... Read more
Irish session, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
Informal session around the fire. No charge. 7-10 pm.
Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
CLUB NIGHT featuring a mini guest spot from HAMISH and NICOLE – Captivating harmonies from this young couple plus floor singers.
Join the Old-Time session with Auckland Bluegrass Club! 4th Wednesday of each month at the Greenhouse apartments, 20 Williamson Ave, Grey Lynn. Call Andy for parking 021599223
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 ... Read more