Cher at Spark Arena
Worldwide superstar and icon Cher will make a highly-anticipated return to Auckland this week after a 13-year absence. Expect extravagance, lights and costumes. Tickets can still be found on re-sale.
When: Friday September 21 – Saturday September 22 Where: Mahuhu Cres, Parnell Visit: Ticketmaster.co.nz
Tauranga Marathon
The Tauranga Marathon will get the heart rate going this Sunday as participants explore the picturesque area while pounding the pavement. If you're after something more low key, there is a wide range of runs and walks to choose from.
When: Saturday September 22 Where: Papamoa Beach Rd, Tauranga Visit: Marathontauranga.co.nz
Into the Underworld Exhibition at Silo Park
Auckland's hidden underground world is rising to the surface the month, as Silo Park hosts an exhibition that explores a network of caves and tunnels through 3D projections. The event will also feature a musical composition and a recent documentary showcasing over 200 caves across the city.
When: Sunday September 9 – Monday October 1 Where: Corner of Beaumont & Jellicoe St, Wynyard Quarter Visit: Ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Mr. Burns at Q Theatre
This comedic dark tale follows the aftermath of an apocalyptic event, as a group of young strangers try and take their mind off the dire reality by piecing together an episode of The Simpsons the only memory they share. The play follows the group in the present and asks 'what now?' of the future.
When: Thursday September 13 – Saturday September 29 Where: 305 Queen St, Auckland CBD Tickets: Qtheatre.co.nz
Retail Therapy at Basement Theatre
This funny play is the new work of local playwright Grace-Amelia Vernal. It's all based on her real-life experience working in a fancy clothing store.
When: Tuesday September 18 – Saturday September 22 Where: Greys Ave, Auckland CBD Tickets: Iticket.co.nz
Feast Matakana
Feast Matakana has kicked off, where you can taste the best of the Matakana region. The foodie festival has a great line-up of events, including feast celebrity lunches with guest chefs, special dinners, and the upcoming Oyster and Wine Festival and weekly Farmers Market on during this time.
When: Friday September 21 – Sunday October 14 Where: Matakana region Visit: Matakananz.co.nz
A Few Things I've Learnt About Dating And Death at The Basement
Join playwright and actor Acacia O'Connor in this captivating play as she drags her own personal life mess into the light and has a good healthy laugh about it. It's all based on truth which becomes twisted and turned by perception and imagination. Attendees are advised to bring an umbrella and "squeezy water bottles".
When: Tuesday September 18 – Saturday September 22, 6:30pm Where: Lower Greys Ave, Auckland CBD Tickets: $16.50-$20 Iticket.co.nz
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Hip hop group Brockhampton will play an all-ages gig for their first NZ show, as part of their current world tour. The self-proclaimed "boy band" rose to popularity last year with their Saturation album trilogy, with the second in the series peaking at 35 in the NZ Top 40 charts.
When: Friday September 21 Where: 217 Greenlane Rd West, Epsom Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
Craft Chocolate Pop-up at Ponsonby Central
Taste and buy the best of local craft chocolate and return in the evenings for ticketed tasting events where chocolate will be paired with Eight Thirty coffee, Fine and Dandy Tea and Six-Barrel Soda. The makers will be on site to meet and share free daytime talks and new chocolate maker, Foundry Chocolate, will have a tasting premiere.
When: Monday September 17 – Sunday September 23 Where: 136-146 Ponsonby Rd, Ponsonby Visit: Thechocolatebar.nz for information and tickets.
October at Whammy Bar
Kiwi singer-songwriter Octoberreal name Emma Loganwill play songs from her debut album Ultra Red with Maxwell Young as support.
When: Thursday September 20, from 8pm Where: 183 Karangahape Rd, Auckland City Tickets: Undertheradar.co.nz
Puhinui Public Planting Day
Celebrate Conservation Week by giving back to nature and the community by taking part in a public planting day on the banks of the Puhinui Stream on Sunday. You need to register to take part.
When: Sunday 23 September, 10 am Where: Meet the group at the end of Price Rd in Wiri Visit: Sustainablecoastlines.org/event