Upcoming Events in Devonport | Te Hau Kapua
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First Thursdays Devonport
On the first Thursday of each month, Devonport comes alive with First Thursdays – a free, family-friendly evening of exhibitions, live music, food, and more. Some local galleries, shops, and eateries stay open late, adding to the vibrant village atmosphere. Supported by founding partners DEPOT, the Devonport Business Association, and The Vic Theatre, the event showcases the best of our creative community.
🔗 Find out more at www.firstthursdays.org.nz or email firstthursdaydevonport@gmail.com.
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Devonport Spring Clean
The Devonport Spring Clean is a community initiative led by the Devonport Business Association, with support from Ventia, Auckland Council, and local partners.
It began with simple walkarounds of the village, identifying areas that needed a little extra care. Instead of quietly ticking jobs off a list, we thought: why not make a day of it?
The Spring Clean brings together businesses, community groups, and volunteers to roll up their sleeves and make a visible difference. Our vision is to grow this into an annual tradition, adding new partners and encouraging more locals to get involved each year.
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Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2025 – Te Hau Kapua
Celebrate te reo Māori in Devonport this Mahuru!
Join us in Te Hau Kapua – Devonport – for a week of performances, exhibitions, waiata and kōrero. From kapa haka to community art and song, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we honour and celebrate te reo Māori together.Reo Māori Art Exhibition
📅 Wednesday 17 September
📍 Te Whare Rōhi / The Rose Centre, 4 School Rd, Belmont
Discover artworks that celebrate and uplift te reo Māori in this special exhibition.Waiata with Matua Tameana
📅 Thursday 18 September
📍 Pātaka Kōrero Te Hau Kapua / Devonport Library
An afternoon of waiata and connection with Matua Tameana at the library.Kōrero Mai ki RTH
📅 Friday 19 September
📍 Ngau-te-Ringarīnga Community Nursery, 27A Lake Road
Gather with whānau and friends to wrap up the week with kōrero and community.Nominate a Reo Māori Hero!
Celebrate the champions of te reo in our community.
As part of Mahuru Māori, nominate someone who inspires you to learn, practice and speak te reo Māori. They don’t need to be fluent – just someone who motivates you or makes kōrero fun and achievable.📍 Collect and return forms at Devonport Community House or The Rose Centre
⏰ Nominations close 5pm, Tuesday 30 September -
Devonport Half Marathon
Sunday 5 October 2025
Lace up for the 23rd annual Devonport Half Marathon, one of Auckland’s most iconic runs. Starting on King Edward Parade, the course takes you along the waterfront and through Devonport’s historic streets, with options for all ages and abilities — half marathon, 10km, 5km, and a kids’ dash.
📅 Date: Sunday 5 October 2025
📍 Start/finish: King Edward Parade, Devonport
Enter now: devonport.werun.nz/enter
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Gintastic at Windsor Reserve
Saturday 8 November | 12pm-6pm
Soak up the sunshine, sea breeze, and serious flavour at this boutique gin festival by the sea.
Enjoy New Zealand’s finest craft gins, delicious food, and live music in a laid-back coastal setting.
Whether you’re a gin lover or just in it for the fun, it’s your kind of day out.
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Field of Remembrance
Sunday 2 November – Sunday 16 November 2025
Walk through a striking Field of Remembrance made up of small white crosses honouring those who served. This moving tribute, organised by Devonport RSA, offers a quiet space for reflection and remembrance in the heart of Devonport.
Details:
Free entry
Open to the public daily during park hours
Location: Windsor Reserve, Devonport
For more information, please contact the Devonport RSA: manager@devonportrsa.co.nz | 272 712 211
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NZ Sculpture OnShore
Saturday 8 November – Sunday 23 November (closed Mondays) 10am – 5pm
NZ’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition returns to Ōperetu Fort Takapuna. Explore over 120 striking works by leading and emerging artists, set against sweeping views of Rangitoto and the Hauraki Gulf.
All artworks are for sale, with proceeds supporting Women’s Refuge NZ — more than $2.6 million raised to date.
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Devonport Christmas Festival
Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th December 2025
This year, we’re unwrapping a whole new festive experience! The Devonport Christmas Festival is bigger and more special than ever, with an entire weekend of magic.
Saturday 6 December - Jingle In The Park
Sunday 7 December - Santa Parade, Dance In The Park + Markets.
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Events
Previous events
The Devonport Business Association is here to support and strengthen our local business community. Below is a selection of recent events and initiatives we’ve led or supported – all designed to drive foot traffic, boost visibility, and create meaningful connections between businesses and the wider community.
Matariki Star Trail 2025
In June and July, the Devonport Business Association celebrated Matariki with a village-wide Star Trail. Maps were available from the Devonport Library and Community House, and locals explored shops to find all nine Matariki whetū (stars) displayed in windows. Each star’s meaning was shared, and participants went in the draw to win a $200 Prezzy Card.
The village was also lit up with lanterns and LED lights to mark the season. Entries closed Sunday 30 June.
Art Battle Devonport – A Creative First for the Village
On Thursday 1 May, the Devonport Ferry Terminal transformed into a buzzing hub of live creativity as we hosted Devonport’s first-ever Art Battle – proudly supported by the Devonport Business Association.
Over 300 people attended throughout the evening, enjoying three fast-paced rounds of live painting where 12 artists battled it out on canvas. With the crowd voting live from their phones, the energy was high, the competition fierce, and the creativity unstoppable.
This free, all-ages, community-sponsored event brought together locals and visitors for a vibrant night of art, music, giveaways, and great vibes. All artwork was sold in a silent auction, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the artists – a meaningful way to support Aotearoa’s creative talent.
Art Battle Devonport was part of First Thursdays Devonport, a monthly late-night celebration of creativity throughout the village, featuring galleries, exhibitions, live music, and more.
It was an unforgettable night for the Devonport community – and just the beginning of what’s to come.
