What’s On in Auckland

Your weekly guide to the best events, gigs & markets across Tāmaki Makaurau

This week · 3–9 June 2026
🎵 Live music & gigs
Dry Cleaning w/ Womb

Wed 3 June · Hollywood Avondale

UK post-punk band Dry Cleaning return to Auckland with local support from Womb.

Jenevieve

Sat 6 June · Tuning Fork

Los Angeles R&B and alt-pop singer Jenevieve plays the Tuning Fork at Spark Arena.

Come Together – Born to Run

Sat 6 June · The Civic

A live concert experience celebrating Bruce Springsteen’s landmark Born to Run album in full.

The Black Angels

Sat 6 June · The Powerstation

Austin psych-rock outfit The Black Angels bring their swirling guitars and dark grooves to Mt Eden.

Mazbou Q – Show Up, Show Out

Sat 6 June · BIG FAN

Nigerian-New Zealand hip-hop artist Mazbou Q headlines BIG FAN with his Show Up, Show Out tour.

🛍️ Markets & night markets
Silo Park Night Markets

Fri–Sun · Wynyard Quarter

Global street food vendors set up at Silo Park each weekend evening with tacos, dumplings, burgers and more.

Britomart Saturday Market

Sat 6 June · Takutai Square

The weekly Britomart Saturday Market returns to Takutai Square with fresh produce and artisan stalls.

Auckland Night Market – Pakuranga

Sat 6 June · Pakuranga Shoppers Car Park

The roving Auckland Night Market touches down in Pakuranga with street food from around the world.

🎭 Arts, theatre & exhibitions
RBG: Of Many, One

Fri 5–Sun 7 June · ASB Waterfront Theatre

Suzie Miller’s acclaimed solo play about US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg continues at the ASB Waterfront Theatre.

Winter Light Cathedral

Nightly · Aotea Square

A free walk-through tunnel of light glows in Aotea Square as part of Auckland’s winter activation programme.

👪 Family & free
The Civic Tours

Sat 6 June · The Civic

Guided behind-the-scenes tour of Auckland’s historic atmospheric picture palace, suitable for all ages.

Winter Light Cathedral

Nightly · Aotea Square

Free family-friendly light installation in the heart of the CBD – great for a quick after-dinner outing.

Britomart Saturday Market

Sat 6 June · Takutai Square

Free to wander, with produce, makers and food stalls in the open-air square next to Britomart station.

😂 Comedy
Big Wednesday Fresh Comedy Night

Wed 3 June · The Classic Comedy Club

A weekly showcase of new and emerging stand-up at Auckland’s home of live comedy on Queen Street.

🎉 Festivals & culture
Philippine Independence Day Commemoration 2026

Sat 6 June · Auckland Showgrounds

Auckland’s Filipino community marks Philippine Independence Day with cultural performances, food and family activities.

Coming up later this month
Heathers the Musical

10–14 June · Auckland

Direct from London and New York, the cult dark-comedy musical based on the 1989 film arrives in Auckland for a five-night run.

TwoSet Violin: The Sacrilegious Games

Sat 13 June · Aotea Centre

YouTube classical-music duo TwoSet Violin bring their irreverent live show to the Aotea Centre.

Super Rugby Aupiki: Blues v Hurricanes Poua

Sat 13 June · Eden Park

The 2025 champion Blues open their Aupiki title defence against the Hurricanes Poua at Eden Park.

Auckland Showgrounds Winter Market

Sun 14 June · Auckland Showgrounds

Indoor winter edition of the long-running Showgrounds market with food, makers and homewares.

Doc Edge Festival 2026

From 24 June · Smith & Caughey building

The 21st edition of New Zealand’s premier documentary festival kicks off in Auckland’s CBD with 75 films and immersive projects.

Sources: Eventfinda, Auckland Council (OurAuckland) and Auckland Live / AucklandNZ. Always check the venue or organiser for the latest details.