# Events & Things To Do In Auckland on 16th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Auckland on 16th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Auckland on 16th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Auckland

- **Event Name**: Fat Freddy's Drop: Based on a True Story 21st Anniversary Tour | Sat 16 May | Auckland Town Hal
  - **Description**: SOLD OUT! Extra show at The Civic Sunday17 May added.  Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia,
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/fat-freddys-drop-based-on-a-true-story-21st-anniversary-tour-|-sat-16-may-|-auckland-town-hal/200029933409500
  - **Venue**: Auckland Town Hall
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops
- **Event Name**: Back to the 2000s – Auckland Viaduct Takeover
  - **Description**: Get ready to vibe like it’s the early 2000s with tunes, style, and good times all day long!About this EventBACK TO THE 2000s – AUCKLAND VIADUCT TAKEOVERAfter multiple sold out events, the Back to the 90s brand laun
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    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/back-to-the-2000s-auckland-viaduct-takeover/100001983582207780
  - **Venue**: Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.
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  - **Price**: NZD 22
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, dance
- **Event Name**: Dan Aux, Sam Hill, Jolyon Petch in Auckland
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Jolyon Petch Live in Auckland on Saturday, May 16, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Jolyon Petch like never before? With chart-topping hits like Stupidisco (Jolyon Petch Remix), Dreams and Boy In The Picture
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 11:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/dan-aux-sam-hill-jolyon-petch-in-auckland/3300029958119922
  - **Venue**: Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.
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  - **Categories**: art, live-music
- **Event Name**: Desperately Seeking 80s! - 80sX Live
  - **Description**: NEW DATE ADDED

Continuing our decade of Sold out shows and after SELLING OUT two DOUBLE WHAMMY shows this year...we are back in 2026!

Both shows Sold Out very quickly so here's your chance to secure an early ticket !

‘Desperately Seeking 80s!’ is an al
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    - Count: 55
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/desperately-seeking-80s-80sx-live/200029474069621
  - **Venue**: Whammy Bar
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  - **Categories**: parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: 33 BELOW | AUCKLAND
  - **Description**: 33 BELOW IS ON HIS WAY HOME 🥝

JOINED WITH SPECIAL GUESTS TWOFACED!

After a huge run of international shows and releases, 33 Below is back in Aotearoa for a special hometown tour. From the UK to the US, his sound has been making waves and now it lands ba
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    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 05:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/33-below-|-auckland/200029855410250
  - **Venue**: Studio The Venue
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  - **Categories**: music
- **Event Name**: THE UPBEATS - AUCKLAND
  - **Description**: FUZEN PRESENTS:
THE UPBEATS - AUCKLAND 
SATURDAY 16TH MAY
THE MOTHERSHIP

SPECIAL GUEST: INMOTION + AVA AND AUGVST

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The Upbeats return to The Mothership for a massive night of drum & bass, bringing with them a sound tha
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/the-upbeats-auckland/200029950991119
  - **Venue**: The Mothership
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  - **Categories**: Music, Festivals
- **Event Name**: 72. R. F. Kuang
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 04:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/72-r-f-kuang/210002084532152
  - **Venue**: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Fat Freddy's Drop - Based on a True Story 21st Anniversary Tour
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 09:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/fat-freddys-drop-based-on-a-true-story-21st-anniversary-tour/210003749665211
  - **Venue**: Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8wZjM4MjMxOWQxZmNjNGFmNDAwNjczODdjNDZmYzIxZDZlZjIzY2M3ZDkyNmQxZGI1Y2VjMTExNGYzZDdhZGNhLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzViN2M4Yy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3Njc5NjE4ODE.avif
- **Event Name**: Joe Daymond's Mixtape (Auckland) | NZICF 26
  - **Description**: The New Zealand Comedy Trust presents – Joe Daymond’s Comedy Mixtape.

Auckland, you’re getting the playlist version of the Festival - loud, fast, and full of bangers.

Hosted and curated by Joe Daymond, Comedy Mixtape is a high-energy stand-up showcase b
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/joe-daymonds-mixtape-auckland-|-nzicf-26/200029918618534
  - **Venue**: Q
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  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment, festivals
- **Event Name**: PUNJABI TAKEOVER
  - **Description**: Get ready to groove and vibe at PUNJABI TAKEOVER – the ultimate desi party in town!About this EventPUNJABI TAKEOVER – AUCKLANDUK GARAGE presents the nex
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/punjabi-takeover/100001986207384755
  - **Venue**: Cassette Nine
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  - **Price**: NZD 28 to 55
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Parties
- **Event Name**: Walk2Remember 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for a Walk to Remember 💙
🗓 Sunday 17 May, 2026

Celebrate the life of a loved one with a 5km stroll through the beautiful Auckland Botanic Gardens. Bring your whānau and take part in a meaningful morning together  🌳

Together we'll honour loved on
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    - Count: 91
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:30 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 01:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/walk2remember-2026/200029813978323
  - **Venue**: Botanical Gardens Auckland
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Thursday | Rally & Romance – Singles Tennis 🎾
  - **Description**: 🎾 Rally & Romance – Thursday Singles Tennis 🍹
📍 Tennis one, Misson Bay tennis club 
📅 Saturday 16th May, 1–4pm
New to tennis? No problem — all levels welcome!
Join fellow singles for a relaxed afternoon on the courts with a fun mix of rallies, lau
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 04:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/thursday-|-rally-andamp;-romance-singles-tennis/3600029715115826
  - **Venue**: Mission Bay Tennis Club
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Art, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Tamaki Makaurau Senior Kapa Haka Society
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 – Sun May 17 2026 (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/tamaki-makaurau-senior-kapa-haka-society/210003579993773
  - **Venue**: Spark Arena
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- **Event Name**: 91. Roddy Doyle
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 10:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/91-roddy-doyle/210001533034958
  - **Venue**: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art, Festivals, Workshops
- **Event Name**: 63. Fail Again. Fail Better?
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/63-fail-again-fail-better/210001491531366
  - **Venue**: Hunua Room, Level 1, Aotea Centre
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- **Event Name**: 68. Polkinghorne: Inside the Trial of the Century
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 03:00 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/68-polkinghorne-inside-the-trial-of-the-century/210002421993016
  - **Venue**: Hunua Room, Level 1, Aotea Centre
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- **Event Name**: Science and Engineering Day 2026
  - **Description**: Come and enjoy a day of fun STEM workshops hosted by Robogals Auckland,  the Auckland University Robotics Association and the Maker Club.About this EventRobogals Auckland, Auckland University Robotics Association (AURA) a
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 03:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/science-and-engineering-day-2026/100001987473667240
  - **Venue**: Unleash Space
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: workshops, music, entertainment, it
- **Event Name**: 88. Charlotte McConaghy
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/88-charlotte-mcconaghy/210007349427505
  - **Venue**: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9iMjY4MDEyOTY1ZTg2NGE3M2U2ZTM5ZmM1NDE0NDMwNTBhODc1YTJlMTgyNjNjZGQ4YTkwNGI4ZjczZmMxM2RhLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzRiNWY1ZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQwNTc4NTA.avif
- **Event Name**: Speedy Connections in Whangaparaoa - SINGLES BINGO EVENT!
  - **Description**: We use the speed dating concept but you can choose a social buddy, friendship or love because every meaningful connection starts with YOU!About this EventSpeedy Connections is fun, fast and full of possibilities....and th
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/speedy-connections-in-whangaparaoa-singles-bingo-event/100001979957575407
  - **Venue**: The Beer Spot
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9jYjNjNDc5YTNjODdjZjQ4M2YyMzk2OWViMDEyYzhiZTRlNDAyYTExOTVmNjZhYTUzMmI4Yjg3NWFhYmM3NGNmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg0OC1kY2E5YTlhNy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzY5Mjk1MTA.avif
  - **Price**: NZD 49
  - **Categories**: bingo, meetups, speed-dating
- **Event Name**: 73. How to be a Good Ancestor
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 04:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/73-how-to-be-a-good-ancestor/210001712963578
  - **Venue**: Hunua Room, Level 1, Aotea Centre
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- **Event Name**: 84. Who Gets to Tell the Story?
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/84-who-gets-to-tell-the-story/210001203036035
  - **Venue**: Hunua Room, Level 1, Aotea Centre
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- **Event Name**: 78. S. A. Cosby
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/78-s-a-cosby/210004049257473
  - **Venue**: Hunua Room, Level 1, Aotea Centre
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- **Event Name**: 62. Empire of AI
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/62-empire-of-ai/210001191381896
  - **Venue**: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: 83. Tayari Jones
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/83-tayari-jones/210003738497001
  - **Venue**: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
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- **Event Name**: 89. Tame Iti: Mana
  - **Description**: InformationAll Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access ti
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/89-tame-iti-mana/210002571456249
  - **Venue**: Hunua Room, Level 1, Aotea Centre
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Art, literary-art
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## Trending Events in Auckland

- **Event Name**: Mum's afternoon masterpieces - Crafting Bowls and Vases
  - **Description**: In this Special Edition Workshop, we celebrate Mothers.Would you like to create a bowl, ideal for holding your favourite treats or serving up your signature dishes? Or, would you rather make an organic vase, to hold the flowers that bring happin
  - **Venue**: Ayni - Pottery Studio and Gallery Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD, Auckland, Nueva Zelanda
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- **Event Name**: Sip n'Clay: Blue Lotus and Fire Vessels
  - **Description**: Dive into a relaxed atmosphere where creativity meets calm, and the hustle of the city seems miles away. This special session includes blue lotus tea, known for its soothing, heart-opening and meditative properties, traditionally used to encourage deep
  - **Venue**: Ayni - Pottery Studio and Gallery
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- **Event Name**: Clay & Flow – Experience Pottery on the Wheel
  - **Description**: This workshop invites you to try wheel throwing to make your own vessel, at your own pace.You'll be guided throghout the journey, as your hands learn the clay language.Roll up your sleeves and let the city vibes fade away as you dive into
  - **Venue**: Ayni - Pottery Studio and Gallery
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- **Event Name**: AC/DC PWR UP TOUR - Auckland
  - **Description**: Three-time Grammy-Award winning a cappella group AC/DC PWR UP TOUR will return to Australia in 2026, performing shows in Nz, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne!
  - **Venue**: Spark Arena
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- **Event Name**: Mumford & Sons | Auckland
  - **Description**: Folk rock band Mumford and Sons are heading to Aotearoa. Performing at Auckland's Spark Arena next May.
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- **Event Name**: Split Enz | Forever ENZ Tour | Auckland
  - **Description**: Split Enz are back. For the first time in 20 years, the Forever Enz Tour returns to Aotearoa, with original members Tim Finn, Neil Finn, Eddie Rayner and Noel Crombie hitting stages across the country this May.⁠
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  - **Venue**: Spark Arena
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- **Event Name**: The Auckland Food Show 2026
  - **Description**: Auckland’s biggest foodie celebration is back in 2026! 🍽️🎉

Experience the ultimate food adventure at The Auckland Food Show — where hundreds of the country’s top food and beverage brands come together.

Discover, sample and shop your way through:
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  - **Venue**: Auckland Showgrounds
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- **Event Name**: J. Cole | THE FALL-OFF TOUR | Auckland
  - **Description**: J. Cole announces his return to Aotearoa on THE FALL-OFF TOUR. Playing at Auckland's Spark Arena 5 December 2026. 

Westpac Mastercard Presale: Wed 18 Feb, 11am
Live Nation Presale: Thu 19 Feb, 11am
General On Sale: Fri 20 Feb, 11am 

Presented by Mai FM
  - **Venue**: Spark Arena
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- **Event Name**: Fat Freddy's Drop: Based on a True Story 21st Anniversary Tour | Sat 16 May | Auckland Town Hal
  - **Description**: SOLD OUT! Extra show at The Civic Sunday17 May added.  Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia,
  - **Venue**: Auckland Town Hall
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Auckland?
  - **A:** Fat Freddy's Drop: Based on a True Story 21st Anniversary Tour | Sat 16 May | Auckland Town Hal (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Auckland Town Hall), Back to the 2000s – Auckland Viaduct Takeover (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm at Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.), Dan Aux, Sam Hill, Jolyon Petch in Auckland (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 pm at Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co.), Desperately Seeking 80s! - 80sX Live (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Whammy Bar), 33 BELOW | AUCKLAND (Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm at Studio The Venue).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Auckland?
  - **A:** Science and Engineering Day 2026 (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Unleash Space), Mitch Murray Live at iTi Titirangi | Soulful Acoustic Sessions (Sat May 16 2026 at 03:00 pm at iTi Bar Titirangi).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Auckland?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Auckland on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Auckland?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Auckland?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Auckland include Auckland Town Hall, Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Co., Whammy Bar.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Auckland?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Auckland range from NZD 17 to NZD 65. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Auckland?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Auckland include Eccles Entertainment, Infusion Entertainment NZ, Melody Mapper.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Auckland?
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