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Things to do in East Auckland

East Auckland events and what is on this week, rebuilt every Thursday.

Howick, Pakuranga and Botany: everything on this week, 22 to 28 October, checked against council and venue listings and refreshed every Thursday.

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This weekend

Six picks for Saturday and Sunday

  1. Otahuhu Food Festival

    Sat 24 10am to 4pmŌtāhuhu

    This street food festival brings together vibrant cultures and flavours with food trucks, cooking and performances.

    Free

  2. Manukau Diwali 2026 by Radio Tarana

    Sun 25 11am to 9pmDue Drop Events Centre

    This Diwali festival features music, dance and food.

  3. Cox Plate Raceday

    Sat 24 from 11amEllerslie, 100 Ascot Ave

    This raceday features local horse racing and sports, with food and family entertainment.

  4. The Village Market Ellerslie (The Launch Event!)

    Sun 25 from 9.30amEllerslie Village

    This launch event for the village market features live music and christmas shopping.

  5. FREE Pop-Up Play - Tahapa Reserve West - 24 Oct 2026

    Sat 24 10am to 1pmTahapa Reserve West (Tahapa Reserve West Link)

    This pop up play event for kids transforms the reserve into a vibrant play space.

  6. Flower Pressing Workshop

    Sat 24 1.30pm to 3.30pmHowick Historical Village, 75 Bells Rd

    This workshop explores the delicate art of flower pressing in the beautiful village gardens. Ages 14+. Booking required.

    From $34

On now

The Village Farmers' Market at Bell House

Howick Historical Village. This spring farmers market is held in the historic village setting. On until Sunday 6 December. Free entry.

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