Superhero Weekend: Live it up with Dad this weekend at one of the great local events in Auckland.
Spring is here and the city is popping to the beat of the fresh, new season. It's also the weekend to show Dad he's your super hero by attending a local event for Father's Day. If you’re looking for a decent dose of culture and a good old-fashioned party, Q Theatre are celebrating their fifth birthday. Or if you’re a chocolate and coffee lover, there’s a festival with your name on it taking place at The Cloud. And for local wine drinkers, there’s a homage to everything pinot with a whole lotta music throwing in. Plus if you have a local event that rocks your world this weekend, share a comment below or a recommendation so other locals can discover it too. Here’s five local events to make the first weekend of spring and Father's Day great.
Have A Party: Q Theatre’s Birthday Party
It’s a much-loved theatre for Auckland locals and on Friday September 2, Q Theatre is celebrating its fifth birthday party with a big bash. It'll be a night of revelry, music, dancing and fun, featuring PE Class (with performances by lady DJs Edu-Kate & Fizz-Cal), the Superhero Second Line band (pictured), DJ Ray Nugget, and the performing prowess of Dynamotion. The fun kicks off from 7 pm, but the bar will be open beforehand for those all important after-work Friday drinks. There'll be a birthday toast at 7:30 pm and we'll be baking a really big cake. There is no door charge and a cash bar will run through the night. For more info head here.
Family Freebie: Father's Day Picnic and BBQ at Ambury Farm
Take Dad out for a family picnic at one of Auckland's most picturesque regional parks, Ambury Farm. There's a free event taking place on Father's Day - Sunday September 4 - from 11am to 4pm. There's bouncy castles for the kids, BBQ and food and drink plus live music. For more info, head here.
Celebrate Local Food: Chocolate And Coffee Show at The Cloud
Take your tastebuds (and Dad’s) on tour on Saturday and Sunday by experiencing some products from some of the finest local chocolate producers and coffee roasters in the game. From boutique chocolatiers and artisan coffee roasters to the bigger brands that you know and love, the Chocolate and Coffee show is all about presenting these two delights in all of their different forms. You’ll find drinking chocolate, cooking chocolate, handmade truffles, cupcakes, sauces, gateaux, chocolate dipped fruit, chocolate bars and many other temptations. Meanwhile, sip on coffee from all over the world is roasted and blended in New Zealand by artisan coffee roasters. They will share their knowledge and products for you to enjoy. See and try the latest espresso machines, bean grinders, coffee cups, plungers, and pots – equipment and accessories to suit all styles and budgets. For more info head here.
Enjoy A Toast: Pinot Palooza at Shed 10
It’s time to put on your pinot party pants because for the first-time ever in New Zealand, Pinot Palooza, is touching down at Shed 10. Known in Australia for its fusion of pinot wine and music, it’s another wine “edutainment”-focused event from the clever folk behind Bottle Shop Concepts. The festival takes place on Saturday September 3 between11am - 6pm. Tickets cost $60 for general admission and includes access from 1pm - 6pm, unlimited tastings and a Plumm Vintage Red wine glass to take home. If you’re keen on being a VIP, $95 will get you exclusive early access at 11am, a food voucher, unlimited tastings, Burg Bar tasting, a personally curated experience from a top sommelier and a Plumm Vintage Redb wine glass to take home. For more info head here.
Ring In Spring: The Spring Night Sky at Stardome Observatory
Get to know all of the planets, stars and constellations that are present in the night sky for spring. Kicking off at 8pm most evenings during September, you'll learn all about what's up above and then if the weather is fine get to view the sky through the Stardome's telescope. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $12 for children or $40 for a family pass. For more info and to book tickets, head here.
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