What’s On

Doc Edge Festival announces full 2023 line-up: World premieres and VR experiences

Aotearoa’s finest documentary film festival returns in 2023 with a host of must-watch flicks.

Fancy a smoked eel toastie? The Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover returns for 2023

The search for New Zealand’s best toasted sandwich is on, with eateries across the country vying for the top toastie title.

‘The White Lotus’ star Jennifer Coolidge and creator Mike White to headline Vivid Sydney 2023

Sydney’s most illuminating festival of the year returns in May, this time introducing its biggest program yet including a special evening with the star and creator of ‘The White Lotus’.

#CookForUkraineNZ invites Kiwis to get cooking to help children impacted by war

UNICEF Aotearoa has launched a new fundraising initiative to support children in Ukraine.

A champagne garden bar is popping up at this Auckland rooftop

Sip bubbles and enjoy delicious canapés at this enchanting champagne experience in the heart of Auckland.

Join NZ’s biggest dinner party to raise funds for cyclone relief

Aotearoa’s best cafes, restaurants and pubs are cooking up a storm for cyclone relief.

Discover sea life and VR dives at Wellington’s Coastal Ecology Lab open day

On Saturday, 11 March, the Coastal Ecology Laboratory in Wellington’s Island Bay is welcoming visitors to discover Aotearoa’s marine world.

40 Kiwi artists take part in Paws for Purpose, an interactive exhibit across Auckland

Head off on the Puppy Dog Trail and discover a fantastic art exhibition raising money for a good cause.

A massive food, wine and design festival is coming to Auckland next week

Tipped as the largest festival for food, wine and design in Aotearoa, Indulge is packed with tantalising events.

MiNDFOOD reviews: ‘Hubris & Humiliation’, a humorous tale of love and loss set in Sydney’s gay scene

“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a gay sugar daddy in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a young, good-looking husband.”

Enjoy ‘Veganuary’ at the best vegan cafés and eateries in Auckland

We round up our favourite plant-based cafés in Auckland.

A stunning outdoor cinema is popping up in Sydney Harbour this summer

The Westpac OpenAir cinema is hosting 40 nights of spectacular film, food and entertainment.

Hamilton Arts Festival brings Quentin Tarantino, dazzling circus and sunset symphonies to Kirikiriroa

From the soundtracks of Quentin Tarantino and Baz Luhrmann to a dance adventure by the Royal New Zealand Ballet, the Hamilton Arts Festival programme is shaping up to be one of the best festivals in Aotearoa this summer.

The Art of Black Grace 1/5 is an immersive dance experience not to be missed

Black Grace, the renowned New Zealand Pacific contemporary dance company led by Neil Ieremia, has unveiled their most ambitious project to date.

Toast to the return of Martinborough’s food and wine festival

After a two-year hiatus, Wairarapa’s premiere food and wine festival Toast Martinborough returns on Sunday 20 November, 2022.

Auckland Folk Festival returns in 2023 for its 50th birthday celebration

The 50th Auckland Folk Festival will bring together a unique line up of creative and talented local and international artists for a very special 3-day celebration from January 27 – 30.

MiNDFOOD reviews: ‘The Mousetrap’ invites you to come solve its murder mystery…

The longest running play in the world has arrived Down Under.

Just two months until Ripe, Wanaka’s spectacular wine and food festival

Fine wines, gourmet bites, live entertainment and not to mention, breathtaking views, Ripe is back for 2023.

A powerful photography exhibition is taking over Sydney’s parks, beaches and galleries

Over 500 photographers are taking part in the Head On Photo Festival, which returns for its 13th year this November.

Fantastic Kiwi charity initiatives to get involved with this spring

Whether it be volunteering your time or sparing a few dollars, you can make a big difference in people’s lives by getting involved with these wonderful charity and fundraising initiatives.

Acclaimed chef Josh Niland is hosting a ‘wild dining’ pop-up with Talisker Whisky

For two days only, Australian chef Josh Niland is hosting an exclusive restaurant in the wild, in collaboration with Talisker Whisky.

Auckland streets come alive for Art in the City: 8 must-see events

Residents in Tāmaki Makaurau are in for a treat this October as the city comes alive with creativity for the annual art programme.

A month of world-class food and drink: Eat.Taste.Central returns for 2022

Central Otago’s month-long celebration of food and drink returns for its six edition.

Paint cherry blossoms while tasting Japanese gin cocktails and delicacies at Azabu Mission Bay

Mission Bay’s beloved Japanese eatery, Azabu, is hosting a special dining and gin tasting event, with the opportunity to partake in a paint and sip experience.

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