The end of Summer may be upon us – but don’t worry there there’s still some great events to look forward to as we head into Autumn.

March

The Big Hoot

Auckland-wide

March – May 2018

Auckland is about to be invaded by giant owls! Up to 47 owls, all with different designs will soon be placed around Auckland for your viewing pleasure.

For more information you can check out their website.

Auckland Lantern Festival

Auckland Domain

March 1 – 4

Celebrate the Year of the Dog and be dazzled by hundreds of handmade lanterns.

Auckland City Limits

Western Springs Stadium and Park

March 3

It’s baaaack! After a year’s hiatus this popular Auckland music festival is back and better than ever with headliner acts including Beck, Grace Jones and more.

Take a look at the full line-up on their website.

Festival Playground

Silo Park, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland

Throughout March

Festival Playground is a brand new precinct for all kinds of entertainment including – music, art, food and family fun.

For more info check out the Auckland Arts Festival website.

Akram Khan’s Giselle

ASB Theatre, Aotea Square, Auckland

March 1-4

English National Ballet’s stunning production of Giselle tells a story of love, betrayal and redemption that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Find out more on the Auckland Arts Festival website.

Auckland Cup Week

Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland

March 3 & March 10

Here’s your chance to get dressed up to the nines and enjoy a day of horses and champagne.

Find out more on the Ellerslie Racecourse website.

Women Give 2018

Ellen Melville Centre, 1 Freyburg Place, Auckland

March 6

Join in on a day of focusing on women’s generosity and the role they play in change.

Auckland Arts Festival

Auckland wide

Throughout March

Let your inner art critic out and check out some of the art related events Auckland has to offer.

April

Halsey

Spark Arena, Auckland

April 19

Synth-pop Princess Halsey returns to New Zealand and it’s going to be awesome.

New Zealand International Comedy Festival

New Zealand-wide

April 26 – May 20

Who doesn’t love a good laugh? Head out to one of the many comedy shows happening all around the country.

Check out all the acts on the Comedy Festival Website

Sunday Visit to Gibbs Sculpture Farm

2421 Kaipara Coast Highway, Makarau, Auckland

April 8

A rare opportunity to peek inside the breath-taking sculpture farm – this is not to be missed!

For more info check out the website.

The Killers

Spark Arena, Auckland & TSB Arena, Wellington

April 20 – 21

Las Vegas rockers, The Killers, return to New Zealand to play all the hits from their newest album.

Dog Day Afternoon

Silo Park, Auckland

April 7
Grab your pup and head on down to Silo Park for a super cute afternoon of dogs, spot prizes and street food.

Check out the Silo Park website for more info.