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.
Do you organise folk events? Would you like to? Come meet with other organisers in the folk scene of Auckland - let’s share ideas & strengthen the sector together. Please ... Read more
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 Whangaparāoa with live tunes and ... Read more
Darren Watson is heading 'out west' for his first Auckland region appearance in almost half a decade! He's promoting his brand new album of John Hiatt covers 'Darren Watson sings ... Read more
Irish session, 4 to 7pm every Sunday
95bFM and Studio 1 Vintage Guitars presents Border Radio with Fables & Moon Goose Come on down to Studio 1 Vintage Guitars in Victoria Park Market for Border Radio live in-store. You'll ... Read more
Balfolk Auckland: a weekly dance gathering in which traditional European dance forms are presented as a vibrant experience.
With long-standing musical compadres, celebrating his 40-year catalogue of songs including 2003’s “Live at the Bunker”.
Trad Irish Session held at The Nix on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. BYO venue, all welcome
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
New Zealand's premier folk duo combine with one of NZ's finest singer/songwriters to bring you a concert featuring favourite folk melodies, gypsy jazz, and a series of original compositions. After ... Read more
Tamlin The last club night of the year for Rafters! Tamlin these days comprises the combined talents of Greg & Linda Whitcombe performing a range of mainly Celtic tunes & ... Read more