July 19th, 2025
3:00 pm
Community Classics North: Beyond the Stars 3.00pm, 19 July Bruce Mason Centre Journey through stellar music by superstar composers and performers with Community Classics: Beyond the Stars — a sparkling concert series hosted by charismatic performer Nick Hall (who you may also know as the drag queen Anita Wigl'it) in South, North and Central venues across Tāmaki Makaurau. These concerts offer an uplifting and relaxed hour of music for everyone, featuring such masterpieces as Debussy’s Clair de lune, Richard Strauss’ thrilling Also sprach Zarathustra (featured in Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey), and Mozart’s playful Cosi Fan Tutte Overture. The programme weaves together beloved classics with fresh sounds from Aotearoa, including Salina Fisher’s Galaxy, inspired by stargazing over Akoranga Harbour. The concert also premieres when you and I collide, a vibrant new piece by Kiwi composer Lucy Mulgan. The work features a medley of iconic New Zealand pop anthems by Bic Runga, Dragon, and Fat Freddy’s Drop, given an orchestral twist and brought to life by powerhouse vocalists Jessie Cassin and Rutene Spooner. Tickets: Free for under 18s, $10 for adults With thanks Davis Funeral Care, Auckland Live and NZCT
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July 20th, 2025
Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young up-and-coming comic,” Normand is quickly becoming one of the most talked about touring comedians on the scene. Normand’s latest one-hour Netflix special, Soup To Nuts, has been a staple in the streamers’ Top Ten since its premiere. This follows Normand’s self-released special, 2020’s Out to Lunch which amassed over 12 million views on YouTube. He also starred on Netflix’s season 3 of The Stand Ups. An extremely prolific stand-up, he previously had both a one-hour and a half-hour Comedy Central special and has made an unparalleled seven appearances on Conan, four appearances on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and has also appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Mark is a frequent guest on The Joe Rogan Experience, and hosts his own podcasts Tuesdays with Stories and We Might Be Drunk.
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July 21st, 2025
Prepare for a riveting morning of tango and world music with AOTANGO Quintet! AOTANGO features violinist Andrew Beer (Concertmaster, Auckland Philharmonia), pianist Somi Kim (NZTrio), bassist Gordon Hill (Principal Bass, Auckland Philharmonia), jazz guitarist Sam Swindells, and world champion accordion Grayson Masefield. A combination of artists not to be missed. Morning Melodies is lucky to have this show for the first time, get your tickets now! This performance is part of the Auckland Live Morning Melodies 2025 season. In its 24th 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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July 23rd, 2025
As seen on Seven Sharp and going viral on TikTok, you're in for a treat with Comedy Hypnotist Haiming Jiang, bringing his Comedy Hypnosis show to Takapuna. Be prepared to laugh hysterically — and take part too, if you're up for it! It's a night of fun! Haiming combines hypnosis with comedy to entertain the audience while also demonstrating the benefits of hypnosis through audience participation. With his unique cultural background and understanding of New Zealand, this is a must-see event for any fun-loving Kiwi interested in hypnosis. Come and discover how this Chinese hypnotist uses hypnosis to both entertain and relax. Fun for All Ages!!
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July 24th, 2025 - July 27th, 2025
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Takapuna Winter Lights will bring winter alive for four nights this July. This award-winning, all-ages outdoor sensory experience is a free event in the heart of Takapuna that will delight and awe you with light installations, performances and music. Takapuna Winter Lights is an annual highlight on the Auckland arts and cultural calendar held at Takapuna’s new Waiwharariki Anzac Square, 24-27 July 2025, thanks to the support of the Takapuna Beach Business Association, Auckland Council, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, Angus Muir Design, Go Media, Mercury, Barfoot & Thompson, and funding partners including Aotearoa Gaming Trust, The Lion Foundation, Four Winds, and One Foundation. Lights are on from 5-10pm, 24-27 July, get your session ticket, dress up warm, pop in for a bite to eat & drink at your favourite restaurants and bars, and let your senses guide you through Takapuna Winter Lights 2025. Due to the massive demand at previous events, we are needing to put in place tickets to specific session times to avoid overcrowding. Please ensure you come during your session time. While at the event, please SCAN your FREE ticket(s) at the Prize Entry Booth during your session time to go in the draw to win $1000 to spend in Takapuna. Please note: No ticket is required to enter Takapuna hospitality venues. Takapuna Winter Lights is a cashless event.
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July 26th, 2025
A magical concert to captivate the whole whānau. Join Auckland Philharmonia for Hairy Maclary’s Greatest Hits. The effervescent Jackie Clarke will bring the stories of Hairy Maclary and his adorable friends from Donaldson’s Dairy to life with music and songs. Look out for Schnitzel von Krumm, Bottomley Potts, Zachary Quack, Slinky Malinki, Scarface Claw and more. Don’t miss this spellbinding, interactive show celebrating New Zealand’s beloved canine icon! Session times: 11.00am & 2.00pm With thanks to MightyApe, Auckland Live and The New Zealand Herald
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July 31st, 2025 - August 9th, 2025
A nightclub singer, a double-murderess, a smooth-talking lawyer and a cell block of sin….. so the story unfolds in the award-winning Global stage show Chicago The Musical, coming to the Bruce Mason Centre this July and August. Directed by Kiwi creative institution Michael Hurst, this brand-new production, will boast a fully-professional cast of international and New Zealand singers, dancers and actors, who will tell the universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz. Featuring one showstopping song after another including "Razzle Dazzle", "Cell Block Tango" and "All That Jazz" and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen.
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November 1st, 2025
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Takapuna Wellness Day – Postponed The Takapuna Wellness Day has been postponed to Saturday 1st November 2025 due to the large amount of rain forecast over the next few days (3-6 April). The ‘atmospheric river’ of rain, as quoted by NZ Herald, will mean the grass area in the beautiful Potters Park will not be able to be used for the free fitness class sessions at the event, as well as poor weather forecast during the event. The event has been postponed to Saturday 1st November 2025. We look forward to seeing you all then! ______________________________________________________________________ Discover Takapuna - the health and wellness hub of the North Shore! Join us for a day focused on helping you take care of your mind, body and general wellbeing - all in one place. Enjoy some FREE workout sessions in Potters Park, then enjoy the Wellness Market in Waiwharariki Anzac Square, where you can visit with some local Takapuna businesses and learn about how they can help you glow from the inside out. WHEN: Saturday 1st November 2025 TIME: 8am - 2pm WHERE: Potters Park and Waiwharariki Anzac Square COST: Absolutely FREE! REGISTER (free) for the classes (link available closer to the date). 8AM - ALLFIT HIIT Circuit Join the ALLFIT fam for a morning sweat sesh to kickstart your weekend! Catering to all fitness levels and abilities, the ALLFIT team will take you through an old-school, easy to follow TABATA circuit (20sec on, 10sec off) - an easy way to get a great sweat on and get an awesome work out! 9AM - Mat Pilates with Les Mills New Zealand Takapuna A mind-body workout designed to improve strength, mobility, and happiness. Slow, simple movements tone your abs, glutes, back, and hips. Expert guidance builds technique and control. Modern breathwork creates renewal and bliss. Traditional Pilates meets the Les Mills experience, leaving you feeling strong, uplifted, and calm. 10AM - Shapes with Les Mills New Zealand Takapuna An invigorating blend of Pilates, sculpt, and power yoga set to modern beats. With small, controlled movements, you sculpt and strengthen all major muscle groups, improve alignment and increase flexibility. It’s a low impact but intense way to heat up your training. 11AM - ALLFIT HIIT Circuit 12PM - Bodyweight Bootcamp Blast with LSKD Takapuna Join Molly in Takapuna for a high-energy, full-body bootcamp workout. We’ll kick things off with 5-10 minutes of dynamic stretching and mobility work to get your body primed and ready to move. Then, we’ll dive into a circuit-style session packed with heart-pumping intervals designed to build strength, endurance, and mobility. Molly will guide you through each movement with variations to suit all fitness levels, so you can modify as needed and push yourself at your own pace. Let’s get moving! 1PM - Gentle Flow Yoga with Golden Yogi This class is perfect for anyone looking to move their body in a calm, mindful way. We focus on simple, flowing movements linked with the breath to help release tension, improve flexibility, and bring a sense of ease. Gentle Flow is slower-paced than a traditional vinyasa class, with plenty of options and support from our experienced teachers. You don’t need to be flexible or have any yoga experience — just come as you are. We use soft music and thoughtful sequences to guide you through each posture, helping you feel more connected, relaxed, and grounded by the end of class. A beautiful class for beginners, those returning to movement, or anyone wanting to slow down and take care of their body and mind. REGISTER (free) for the classes here: https://forms.gle/SbjmWEWKJFUSFgZA9 All fitness levels and abilities are welcome at all of the classes, and no equipment is required. You're welcome to bring a yoga mat and/or towel, as all classes will take place on the grass in the park - and obviously make sure you have something to keep you hydrated! ALL classes will cater for all fitness levels and abilities, so EVERYONE is welcome! From your perfect gym, to places that help your muscle recovery, to injury treatment and prevention, to healthy, nutritional and delicious snacks and drinks to nourish the body, Takapuna has everything to meet your health and wellness needs. Check out the full list of all the amazing health and wellness businesses in Takapuna in our website directory.
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