Kia ora, Auckland. The North Shore is gearing up for two large, family-friendly community celebrations. Organisers advise that both events offer free entry and free parking, with thousands expected to attend.
1) Northshore Garba Night
What: An evening of traditional Garba and Raas dance with community participation When: Friday 19 September and Saturday 20 September 2025, from 7.00 pm Where: Barfoot & Thompson Netball Centre, 44 Northcote Road, North Shore, Auckland Who: Presented with support from community partners. Event team listed as Punish & Anna from Barfoot & Thompson Entry & parking: Free entry and free parking, as advised by organisers
Tip: Bring your dandiya sticks and arrive early. This is a dance night suitable for all ages.
2) Northshore Diwali – Festival of Light
What: Day-long Diwali celebration with live dance performances, food stalls, arts and craft stalls, kids’ rides and a fireworks finale When:Saturday 4 October 2025, 12.00 pm to 9.00 pm. Fireworks scheduled for 9.00 pm Where:Hato Petera Sports Fields, 88 College Road, Northcote (near AUT, Akoranga Drive) Entry & parking: Free entry and free parking, as advised by organisers
Event Contacts and Notes
For questions, organisers have provided the following contact: Punish Budhiraja — 022 380 1234.
Important: Webfit News is publishing this as a community advertisement for public awareness. We are not the organiser and we do not have a direct or indirect relationship with the event owners. All details, including timings, facilities and schedules, were supplied by the organisers and artwork. Plans can change. Please confirm final information with the organisers through the contact above or the official event pages before you travel.
Source: Event information and posters supplied by organisers.
