Featured Events in Auckland in February, 2025(December Updated)

Happy New Year, the BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival returns in 2025 to celebrate the Year of the Snake! Join us at the Manukau Sports Bowl for this FREE family-friendly event from 13 to 16 February 2025. When Thursday 13 February to Friday 14 February, 3pm to 10pm Saturday 15 February to Sunday 16 February, 1pm to 10pm

We're all about keeping the Studio 54 era and the spirit of disco alive with a spectacular night of retro nightclubbing, and this time round it's on Valentine's day! If you love to boogie you won’t want to miss this - come along and get down with friends old and new. At Disco Inferno we’re just one big disco loving family. Set yourself free to the most danceable disco classics you know all the words to. We encourage singing along. Dress up, down or fancy, just be yourself! Featuring the music of Chic, Sister Sledge, A Taste Of Honey, Diana Ross, ABBA, Donna Summer, The Bee Gees, The Tramps, Gloria Gaynor, Amii Stewart, Rose Royce, Earth Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Shalamar, Evelyn 'Champagne' King, KC & The Sunshine Band and many, many more. Let's dance! Information Source: Disco Inferno Productions | eventbrite

The world-famous Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix is returning to Aotearoa on Saturday, 15 February 2025 in Auckland Domain and is an event you don't want to miss. New Zealand’s most fearless, fun-loving and ingenious teams will design and build creative, outrageous and wacky non-motorised trolleys to race through the Auckland Domain in front of thousands of spectators. Judged on speed, creativity and showmanship, teams will also be dressed to impress and will try to wow the crowd and judges through a creative performance before taking on the course. The sixth edition of Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix is set to be bigger and better than ever before. The event will be held in the Auckland Domain on February 15, 2025 and will be free for the public to enjoy with entertainment and activities for all ages. For more information visit: www.redbull.co.nz/trolleygrandprix Information Source: Red Bull NZ | eventbrite

Cornwall Park is filled to the brim with interesting animals, structures and nature waiting to photograph. Get up close and personal with them in this macro photography workshop. This workshop will help you to understand your camera settings, use macro lenses and give you the basics for creating high-quality photographs of your park adventures. This workshop is open to people who have a general to good knowledge of their camera and would like to learn more about how to work the manual functions and photo composition. For best results students will require a macro lens. It is for digital cameras only, smartphone photography is not included. The workshop will be run by Sonja Gardien. Sonja owns Studio 541 whose mission is to support, inspire and encourage emerging and established artists, and create an environment for learning and discussions in the area of photography and fine art. www.studio541.co.nz Workshop numbers are limited so registration is essential. You will be asked to answer the following questions: 1. Make and model of your camera. 2. Lenses that you use and will be using. 3. Any things of interest in the park you would like to photograph. 4. Your skill level. Register via eventbrite or email info@cornwallpark.co.nz. Let us know if you have any accessibility requirements. This workshop is held outdoors so suitable clothing and footwear are necessary, don't forget your sunscreen, raincoat and water bottle. In the event of hazardous weather it will be cancelled on Saturday morning via email. Saturday 22nd February 10am - 12pm Location: Start from Huia Lodge Discovery Hub (next to the Cornwall Park Bistro).Vehicle access from Green Lane West. Information Source: Cornwall Park | eventbrite

Holi - Festival of Colours Auckland 2025Sunday, 2nd February 202512pm - 4pm 1229 Coatesville-Riverhead Highway, Kumeu, AucklandFree Entry - Registration is required this year to assist in our preparation. Prepay for colours here to receive 20% discount !!! Click on Tickets button on this page to prepay for coloursYou must bring printed prepaid colour ticket to pickup your colours on the day (Prepaid Stalls)This is STRICTLY a Smoke and Alcohol-Free eventStay up to date on Facebook: facebook.com/HoliFestivalNZ/FAQsAre there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?Nope, this is a family-friendly event. Fun for all! What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?As the venue is a 30min drive from Auckland CBD, the majority of festival-goers drive to the venue. Please note that public transport to the venue is limited. You've been warned. Is parking provided?Yes, we have free parking at the festival on a first-come-first-served basis. We have a lot of parking space, but if you arrive too late for on-site parking, then please park safely (i.e., not on the main highway!) on the side roads, and walk to the site. What can/can't I bring to the event?As conditions of entry, you cannot bring your own colours or food into the venue. These will be available for purchase at the venue. Also, no alcohol, smoking, or recreational drugs permitted onsite - the event is family-friendly and on temple grounds. - Please see detailed conditions of entry here: http://conditions.holi.org.nz Where can I contact the organisers with any questions?You can use the contact organiser buttons on the right-hand side to get in touch. Sooner the better - questions sent a week before won't get a look in as we will be crazy busy and likely a bit grumpy :-) Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?You only need to print your prepaid colours. Colours will be sold on the day as normal also. Will Colours / Food be available for sale on the day?Yes. Colours are $5 per bag (20% discount for prepaid colours purchased here) Food stalls throughout the event offer food at various prices. What is the colour powder made from? Is it safe?Our colours are made from food-grade corn starch and are non-toxic. In past festivals, we had a handful of people needing their eyes washed out by St John's ambo who are on-site for minor issues. As with most things, common sense prevails, if you have medical conditions that would be aggravated by corn starch dust, it would best to stay away from the main crowd by the stage. Will the colours wash out of me and my clothes?They will wash out of you and eventually from clothing. Best not to bring your designer wears. Recommended clothing colour is white of course! Bring something to cover your car seats for your ride home also. People with very light coloured hair, the colours may in limited cases stay in your hair longer. You have been warned. You can google various methods others have used to minimise the time taken for light coloured hair to recover. Can I bring my kids?Yes! We don't have any age restrictions and aim to be family-friendly. But remember, you are responsible for any minors you bring. Please be mindful that it is a large event with thousands of people. Keep very young children away from the main stage because of the loud sound and packed dancing crowds. There is plenty of open space for small kids to enjoy the festival and play with colours. Is this a commercial Holi Festival?Nope - this Holi event is run and supported by a registered charity, volunteers, and donors/sponsors. This is the real deal Holi and not a for-profit Holi-inspired event with commercial motives. We have introduced a few innovations such as the colour throws and dance music, but remain loyal to the cultural and spiritual roots of the celebration. Is there any running involved?Nope. You just gotta dance till you can't dance no more! Can I take photos and videos at the festival?Yes, remember to protect your gear from the powder dust. If you're a pro, contact us for a media pass. What are the terms of conditions of entry?You can read them here http://conditions.holi.org.nz G lobal Party People Instagram Youtube Tik Tok Facebook Spotify Music Information Source: Hare Krishna Auckland | eventbrite

Shania - Come on Over is Europe’s Premier Shania Twain tribute show, the exclusive touring theatre show in the UK and internationally, starring Liza Rebecca. Liza is unbelievable in her recreation of the Queen of Country Pop and Icon Shania Twain; you will think you are watching Shania herself! This Shania Twain tribute show brings all the sass and style of Shania to your venue or event, truly authentic in every way. Liza has incredible vocals, audience interaction and fabulous costume changes and has perfected Shania’s iconic choreography; she has studied every move and style along with Shania’s unique tone and phrasing, so you get the authenticity of the full Shania Twain experience. The show includes songs from the biggest selling album by a female artist of all time ‘Come On Over’ plus other Shania hits from the ‘Woman in Me’, ‘Up’ and recent album ‘Queen Of Me’. Relive all the greatest Country songs in one night - you will never forget ‘Man I Feel Like A Women’, ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much’, ‘Don’t Be Stupid’, ‘You’re Still The One’, ‘Rock This Country’, as well as other huge Country classics, 9 to 5, Rhinestone Cowboy, Can’t fight The Moonlight, Take it Easy. Walking in Memphis and more. It’s the must-see live show to book! Visit The Shania Twain Story for the full show experience. Reviews: 1. It was like watching Shania live in Chicago. 2. Fantastic couldn’t believe how much you are like Shania if you shut your eyes you couldn’t tell the difference 3. This is one tribute that will really convince you that you are watching Shania herself. Stunning. 4. Such an amazing talent. 5. Amazing woman with an amazing voice! Very talented. Looks and sounds so much like Shania! 6. Can’t believe how alike this woman sounds! 7. The best Shania Twain tribute act alive! Information Source: The Stables Events Venue | eventbrite

Shania - Come on Over is Europe’s Premier Shania Twain tribute show, the exclusive touring theatre show in the UK and internationally, starring Liza Rebecca. Liza is unbelievable in her recreation of the Queen of Country Pop and Icon Shania Twain; you will think you are watching Shania herself! This Shania Twain tribute show brings all the sass and style of Shania to your venue or event, truly authentic in every way. Liza has incredible vocals, audience interaction and fabulous costume changes and has perfected Shania’s iconic choreography; she has studied every move and style along with Shania’s unique tone and phrasing, so you get the authenticity of the full Shania Twain experience. The show includes songs from the biggest selling album by a female artist of all time ‘Come On Over’ plus other Shania hits from the ‘Woman in Me’, ‘Up’ and recent album ‘Queen Of Me’. Relive all the greatest Country songs in one night - you will never forget ‘Man I Feel Like A Women’, ‘That Don’t Impress Me Much’, ‘Don’t Be Stupid’, ‘You’re Still The One’, ‘Rock This Country’, as well as other huge Country classics, 9 to 5, Rhinestone Cowboy, Can’t fight The Moonlight, Take it Easy. Walking in Memphis and more. It’s the must-see live show to book! Visit The Shania Twain Story for the full show experience. Reviews: 1. It was like watching Shania live in Chicago. 2. Fantastic couldn’t believe how much you are like Shania if you shut your eyes you couldn’t tell the difference 3. This is one tribute that will really convince you that you are watching Shania herself. Stunning. 4. Such an amazing talent. 5. Amazing woman with an amazing voice! Very talented. Looks and sounds so much like Shania! 6. Can’t believe how alike this woman sounds! 7. The best Shania Twain tribute act alive! Information Source: The Stables Events Venue | eventbrite