Free events this weekend Sat 20 & Sun 21 Aug 2016
Looking for free fun things to do in Auckland this weekend? Get some inspiration here on OurAuckland.
Peoples: Mixing Cultures
Sat 12pm-3pm & Sun 10am-5pm | Auckland Art Gallery | FREE
This Space to Dream-themed weekend is full of energy and celebration (fiesta style!), revealing the cultures of South America through music, dance, art, film and more. Read more
snapshotwest – A Snapshot of Youth Creativity in the West
Sat 12pm-6pm | Corban Estate Arts Centre | FREE
Check out how young people out west are being creative, including an exhibition, music, spoken word, dance, hands-on workshops and a graffiti battle. Read more
Dancing in the Park
Sat 1pm-11pm | Albert Park | FREE
This drug- and alcohol-free event features workshops and activities by day, with music and entertainment by night. Read more
Pick & Mix: Touch Compass
Sat 10.30am-12.15pm – Auckland Town Hall | FREE
Sun 10.30am-12.15pm – Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna | FREE
Join inclusive dance company Touch Compass for a magical journey of discovery and surprises, followed by a workshop. Read more
Storylines Family Days
Sat 11am-3pm – Mangere Arts Centre | FREE
Sun 10am-3pm – Aotea Centre | FREE
Bringing children together with their favourite authors, illustrators, storytellers and performers. Read more
Jae Kang – Gurmon Sup: Free Public Programmes
Sat 11am-3pm | Te Uru Waitakere Contemporary Gallery | FREE
As part of Jae Kang’s exhibition Gurmon Sup, these free activities will respond to aspects of drawing and craft found in Kang's work to stimulate your creativity. Read more
NZ Wheelchair Rugby National Championship
Sat & Sun | North Shore Events Centre | FREE
Come and watch skilled wheelchair rugby players battle it out for the national title. Read more
Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu
Sat & Sun 10am-5pm | Auckland Museum | FREE
Step into an evocative world of beautifully crafted objects in this free exhibition at Auckland Museum. Read more
Banana Talks & Tasting
Sun 2pm | Te Uru Waitakere Contemporary Gallery | FREE
This talk followed by a tasting of banana varieties is part of a free public programme presented in association with Janet Lilo's Status Update exhibition. Read more
The Walters Prize
Sat & Sun 10am-5pm | Auckland Art Gallery | FREE
Check out this free exhibition of the finalists' artworks for New Zealand's most prestigious contemporary art award. Read more
Titirangi Painters 24th Annual Winter Exhibition
Sat & Sun 10am-4.30pm | Titirangi War Memorial Hall | FREE
Over 40 well-known west Auckland artists are exhibiting work over the weekend. Read more
More things to do
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