March 23rd, 2026
Auckland Live is excited to welcome Auckland Gospel Choir to the Morning Melodies line-up for the very first time! From the Kiwi-Samoan award-winning film Tinā to stages across the country, the Auckland Gospel Choir has been inspiring audiences for over 13 years with more than 400 performances nationwide. In 2024, they won the Gospel Open Competition at the World Choir Games in Auckland, taking home a Golden Diploma. This August, the choir will travel to Sweden to represent New Zealand and the Pacific once again - this time in the Champions Competition. Their performance celebrates Auckland’s incredible diversity as the world’s largest Pacific city, blending Te Reo Māori, Pacific and African American gospel traditions, as well as popular New Zealand and classic pop tunes. A truly multicultural, multigenerational, and multidenominational ensemble, the Auckland Gospel Choir is led by Musical Directors Seumanu Seuoti Simon Matāfai JP, Laveia‘ava Raymah Matāfai, and Shannon Kiro. Follow their journey on social media: @AuckGospelChoir This performance is part of the Auckland Live Morning Melodies 2026 season. In its 25th year, this much-loved monthly concert series features a fantastic line-up of brass bands, jazz ensembles, and more. Arrive early and connect with friends new and old over complimentary tea and biscuits before the show.
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March 24th, 2026 - March 25th, 2026
The global hit Menopause The Musical returns after 10 years in a lather of sweaty fun! It’s the ultimate ladies’ night out and delivering more laughs per dollar than anything else this year. Set in a department store, four women meet while shopping for a black lace bra. Though strangers, they quickly bond over memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and more. What follows is a hilarious, heartwarming journey celebrating “The Change”, set to parodies of classic hits from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. With over 17 million fans worldwide and performances in more than 500 cities, this laughter-filled 90-minute musical continues to delight audiences. Women leave as friends, men laugh along, and everyone joins in the fun. See what millions of women (and brave men) have been laughing about for 18 years. It’s the hilarious celebration of women and The Change. Grab your tickets today before the fog descends!
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March 26th, 2026
Auckland, get ready to party with BJÖRN AGAIN! The only ABBA-endorsed tribute show hits the stage on Thursday, 26 March 2026 for the ABBA Forever Tour — a Super Trouper celebration of ABBA’s legacy, uniting past, present, and future generations in the magic of music. This show brings glitter, glam, and greatest hits with dazzling energy, spot-on vocals, and outrageous costumes. Expect Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo & more, performed with cheeky humour and that signature Björn Again magic. With shows in 120+ countries, including Wembley Stadium, Sydney Opera House, and Glastonbury, Björn Again is a global sensation praised by Metallica, Nirvana, Sir Tom Jones, and ABBA themselves. “Fans had better make the most out of Björn Again because that’s the closest they are going to get to seeing ABBA. ABBA will never reform!” – Benny Andersson "One of the most entertaining live shows in the world today." – Time Out New York Tell your mum, your grumpy teenager, and Fernando — tickets won’t last!
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March 27th, 2026
7:00 pm
We are excited to welcome Jarni Blair to the club on Friday 27 March from 7pm! Jarni is an accomplished Auckland based singer-songwriter with a musical style influenced by the classics through to modern sounds - think The Beatles, Jimi Hendrex, John Mayer and Ed Sheeran - blended into soulfulo, upbeat perormances. Come along for a great night of live tunes - bring your friends, grab a drink from the bar, and enjoy another awesome night at the club!
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March 28th, 2026
Discover a fantabulous world where each creature plays its part in perfect harmony, with a honking of horns, a slither of scales and a bumbling buzz in the air! This interactive concert is the perfect way to introduce your little ones to the orchestra. WHERE: Bruce Mason Centre WHEN: Saturday 28 March at 10am and 11.30am The main event will be a special orchestral retelling of Donovan Bixley’s children’s book The Fantabulous Animal Orchestra, narrated live by the author himself. Watch the story leap off the page as the orchestra paints each character and moment with sound, accompanied by screened illustrations from the book. Young listeners will delight in classics like The Swan from Carnival of the Animals, toe-tapping fun with 'Old MacDonald had a Farm', the breezy charm of 'Incy Wincy Spider', and more orchestral surprises along the way. The concert finishes with our signature Orchestra Walkthrough, where the audience can wander through the orchestra to see and hear the musicians playing up close! Make a day of it and arrive early for free pre-concert activities! Kids can enjoy facepainting, get creative with arts and crafts hosted by The Creative Rume, and discover how instruments work with our hands-on Instrument Show & Tell. Perfect for ages 6 and under, this relaxed, welcoming concert is a joyful introduction to live orchestral music. Come along and join the herd, flock, and pack for a fantabulous family musical adventure! Tickets are only $15!
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March 28th, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The I Love Takapuna Easter Festival is back! Come along to enjoy this free, family fun day out in Takapuna to celebrate Easter! Enjoy some wonderful kids entertainment and performances, as well as games and activities for all. There will also be an amazing boutique Easter Market to browse through, with beautiful hand-crafted products, sweet treats and so much more! The kids can also take part in the Easter Activity Trail – register and pick up your map from the Info Tent in Waiwharariki Anzac Town Square (in front of HelloWorld and Katsubi), follow the map around Takapuna and complete the activities at each location to receive a stamp, then make your way back to the tent for your Easter Treat! This is 100% free to attend, and is paid for by our wonderful local businesses – so please support them while you’re here. There are over 100 places to eat and drink in Takapuna, so support local by grabbing that morning coffee, meet some friends for lunch, and take a stroll through the shops after enjoying the fun throughout the day. Check out our Business Directory for a full list of businesses and places to go! WHEN: Saturday 28th March TIME: 10am - 3pm WHERE: Waiwharariki Anzac Square, 38 Hurstmere Rd ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE: - 10am - Easter Bunny Meet'n'Greet - 11am - Mermaid Merlena & Pirate - 12pm - Mango the Magician - 1pm - Queen Elsa & Pirate Pete - 2pm - Tripp Hazard: Professional Show-off All stall vendor applications to: sunshineeventsnz@gmail.com We are also working towards all our events becoming Zero Waste events, so please make sure you take any rubbish or waste home with you, or use the appropriate bins. Please be aware of any scam or fake social media pages or people pretending to take stall applications or offering to stream the event. The only official event pages are I Love Takapuna and Sunshine Events NZ. Please send all stall vendor applications to: sunshineeventsnz@gmail.com - this is the ONLY way to apply for a stall at this event.
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March 29th, 2026
Following the success of his sold-out North American live tour, British podcaster, writer, and host of Modern Wisdom – one of the world’s biggest podcasts – CHRIS WILLIAMSON delivers an evening of sharp insights, raw honesty, and unexpected lessons, challenging audiences to get curious, think deeper, and discover new perspectives. Through a dynamic mix of storytelling, sharp insights, and practical takeaways, Williamson explores the tension between what we think we know and what we’re still figuring out. From the traps of hustle culture to the truths uncovered in silence, Mostly Wise offers an evening of insights, face-palm clarity, and unexpected discoveries. Audiences can expect a show that is deeply reflective, gut-punchingly honest, and unapologetically points the finger at the lessons you need to hear but have been ignoring. Whether you’re a long-time listener or just stepping into the world of personal growth, this tour invites you to get curious, challenge your assumptions, and walk away with a fresh perspective. “After thousands of hours speaking with some of the world’s sharpest minds, the biggest lesson I’ve learned is that no one really has it all figured out, least of all me,” said Williamson. “Mostly Wise is about embracing that reality, exploring the questions that actually matter, and laughing at the ways we get it wrong. It’s not self-help, it’s self-honesty. I can’t wait to bring that to life with everyone across Australia, New Zealand, and Bali. This stuff absolutely rules. Hopefully, everyone leaves feeling called out, seen, reassured, and a bit more wise.” Joining in him will be fitness influencer and best-selling author JAMES SMITH. Sometimes described as the “Gordon Ramsay of the fitness world”, Smith is the author of three best selling books: Not A Diet Book, Not A Life Coach and How To Be Confident. Generating momentum online for his bold takes on the fitness industry, debunking preconceptions and myths that have been ingrained in what has become a multi-million dollar business, Smith has become a leading figure online; making him a natural kindred spirit for someone like Chris Williamson. Don’t miss the opportunity to see both James Smith and Chris Williamson - two identities at the top of their game - in the same room.
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March 29th, 2026
Harcourts Cooper and Co Shore to Shore is a great day out along our sunny shores with thousands of participants running or walking the 5.9 km route! The event starts at Takapuna Grammar School, heads along both the picturesque Takapuna and Milford beaches and ends at Milford Reserve. This event brings together the North Shore community and supports local schools by providing them with an opportunity to raise funds for much-needed sports gear. A great opportunity for Friends, Parents, Aunties, Uncles and Grandparents get together, dress up, and join us for the fun! A fantastic event with plenty of awesome costumes and spot prizes!
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March 29th, 2026 - April 19th, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
We’re running our famous Easter Activity Trail ALL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS LONG! HOW TO PLAY: 1️⃣ – register and pick up your map from SHORE CITY (level 2, Customer Service desk, at the top of the escalator) 2️⃣ – follow the map around Takapuna and complete the activities at each location to receive a stamp 3️⃣ – make your way back to Shore City Customer Service desk to receive your Easter Treat! The activity trail will be running between: 10AM – 3PM, every day of the school holidays (29th March - 19 April). You can complete the map at any time over the school holidays (i.e. you can start it one day, and finish it another!) Please be patient with the businesses throughout this time – we are sure they will all be busy with their regular work, so please bear this in mind – they’re all very excited to see you though! This event is 100% FREE to attend, and is paid for by our wonderful local businesses – so please support them while you’re here. There are over 100 places to eat and drink in Takapuna, so support local by grabbing that morning coffee, meet some friends for lunch, and take a stroll through the shops after enjoying the fun throughout the day. Check out our Business Directory for a full list of businesses and places to go!
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