Go Green Expo, EV & Tech and calligraphy
Your North Shore week, 12 to 18 Nov
This weekend
Six picks for Friday, Saturday and Sunday
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NZ EV & Tech Expo Presented By Driven
An exhibitions event presents the future of mobility through electric and hybrid vehicles, with chances to see, drive and ask about going electric.
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Amy Shark
A pop music performance is on the programme.
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Auckland Philharmonia: Back to the 80s
A performance with a full symphony orchestra and guest vocalists, featuring rearranged dance classics and power ballads.
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Open Studios Kaipātiki
An arts event invites people to visit artist studios, see how work is made and take part in painting activities.
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2026 Korean Calligraphy Exhibition
A calligraphy exhibition presents the artistic heritage of written characters and expressive power.
Free
More events this week
Day by day
Thursday, 12 November 2026
New Zealand, India Beach Volleyball Series
Mairangi Bay Beach Volleyball Centre, runs until Fri 13. A beach volleyball competition brings international athletes together as part of a sport celebration.
Art in the Park - Opening Night
Eden Park, from 6pm. An art show includes opening night, artist talks, tours and a children's corner.
BNZ Kāhu vs Queens: RESCHEDULED GAME
Eventfinda Stadium, from 7pm. A rescheduled basketball game sees two teams play a postponed clash. From $15.
*New Show* Goodnight Nurse - The Always and Never (AGAIN!) Tour - Auckland
Powerstation, from 8pm. A rock music concert is presented as part of a tour.
Friday, 13 November 2026
Tuning Fork, Spark Arena, 7.30pm to 2am. A rock music concert presents a live performance.
Tatau Mānaia - Fenū O Matālālaga
Westlake Girls High School, 7pm to 9pm. A cultural showcase celebrates Samoan culture, brotherhood, leadership and identity through student work. $25.
Devonport Rotary, 9.30am to 6pm. An open homes event invites visitors to tour a curated collection of classical villas and architectural gems. From $85.
Goodnight Nurse - The Always and Never (AGAIN!) Tour - Auckland
Powerstation, from 8pm. A rock band concert presents a live tour show.
Saturday, 14 November 2026
Birkenhead Methodist Church, 10.30am to 2pm. A market event offers Japanese and international food, crafts, cultural experiences and performances. Free.
Monday, 16 November 2026
Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, from 7.30pm. A rock music tour event presents a performance.
Tuesday, 17 November 2026
Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm to 10.10pm. A new live show presents a performance. From $91.65.
Wednesday, 18 November 2026
Flight of the Conchords New Zealand Tour 2026
The Civic, Auckland, from 8pm. An all ages tour event presents a performance.
Dad joke of the week
What do you call a train that sneezes?
Achoo choo.
Council and roadworks
Detour: Routes NX1 and NX2 - Hibiscus Coast Highway, Silverdale. Detour: Routes NX1 and NX2 - Hibiscus Coast Highway, Silverdale. There are overnight roadworks on Hibiscus Coast Highway, Silverdale on Thursday 5, Tuesday 10, and Wednesday 11 November, between 9pm and 5am. Routes NX1 and NX2 will detour through East Coast Road, Goldwater Drive, and Painton Road. No stops will be impacted.
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