We’ve got something a bit special lined up for July. Turkey the Bird is bringing their wild, genre-hopping set of original folk, swing, and alt-roots tunes to the hall for one night only. Expect tight harmonies, strings and stories that veer from heartfelt to downright ridiculous — all delivered with the kind of energy that ... Read more
Ministry of Folk is thrilled to present a magical May evening, in a beautiful old hall, featuring Charles James Walker, Milly Tabak with Dave Khan, and our very own house band, hoop. Bring your favourite drinks, grab a table, and settle in for another unforgettable night of music. Charles James Walker is an independent Irish ... Read more
Ministry of Folk is excited to welcome Roughtown who are true legends in the New Zealand folk scene and comprised of multi-instrumentalists Tim Chia, Caleb Chia, Adam Ogle and Emily Roughton. They grew up making music together socially and over the years have won numerous awards for their playing. They have performed at festivals all ... Read more
Come along to a very special Ministry of Folk in August! Sean Kelly & Friends will present their unique show of live Irish music played to the back-drop of Super 8 movies taken by Sean's Dad, a renowned Cine enthusiast, in and around Derry & Donegal 1958-1988. The show features Sean Kelly on vocals, whistles, ... Read more
Three excellent five-piece bands lined up for your listening pleasure. Firstly, The Pipi Pickers who have become firm favourites at New Zealand and Australian music festivals. They play a joyous vibrant blend of hard driving trad and contemporary bluegrass that puts a smile on everyone’s face. Nat Torkington is New Zealand’s premier Scruggs-style banjo player ... Read more
An exciting line-up for The Ministry of Folk in February! Bring your own drinks and snacks, grab a table and settle down for a night of magic. C.Zukey is originally from Canada and MOF first became aware of his wonderful talents back 2012 when his band was Farah Loux. He's back with a sparkling, lush, ... Read more
The Ministry of Folk curates intimate live performances in a beautiful old hall halfway down Dominion Road. The venue has cabaret-style seating and you can BYO drinks and snacks. Marika Chia and Adam Ogle Marika comes from a large musical family and has been playing the violin since the age of 4. Her career started ... Read more