EcoFest and World of Cultures launch across Auckland as the Arts Festival closes. Football fans can also see the Premier League Trophy in the CBD.
Aucklanders have a narrow window to give feedback on the council’s Annual Plan, as it weighs service spending against rates pressure.
Stratford District Council has opened the Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund to help junior sports teams cover travel costs for the winter season.
Auckland Council opens public consultation on its 2026 Annual Plan while local boards press ahead with playground upgrades and festival planning.
The Spark Arena Community Events Fund has launched a $100,000 pilot to provide professional equipment to five independent Auckland music and comedy venues.
East Auckland prepares for a busy autumn as local boards and cultural groups announce a schedule of festivals and public consultation meetings.
The Auckland Lantern Festival opened at Manukau Sports Bowl with a 3.5-metre moa lantern and 150,000 visitors expected over four days.
The Diversity Festival returns to Manukau on 11 April 2026, offering free cultural performances and local food at the Due Drop Events Centre.
Auckland Council has confirmed the return of the World of Cultures festival as new research highlights the social value of the arts across the region.
Auckland Live announces a packed autumn schedule featuring The Rocky Horror Show, Mark Hoppus at the Town Hall, and free waterfront dance performances.