Devonport This Weekend
24 April, 2026
Devonport This Anzac Weekend — 24, 25, 26, 27 April
We will remember them…
Anzac Events
Anzac Day Parade and Service
Join your community to honour those who served. The parade marches from 1 Fleet St at 10.45am, making its way down Victoria Rd to the Devonport Cenotaph (Memorial of the Untidy Soldier) for the Anzac service. Local road closures will be in place 10.30am–12pm. Light refreshments in Devonport RSA on completion of service.
When: Saturday. Parade assembly at 10.30am, march starts at 10.45am, service at 11am.
Where: Corner of Victoria Rd and Windsor Reserve (service).
Anzac Day at the Navy Museum
Bring the family and join the Navy Museum to commemorate Anzac Day. Poppy-making 10am–3pm. Completed poppies can be planted in the remembrance space, or taken home. RNZN Pipes and Drums will perform a short concert outside the museum, beginning at 12.30pm.
When: Saturday, from 10am.
Where: 64 King Edward Pde.
North Shore Rugby Club: Anzac Day at Home
In a full round of senior matches at home, all North Shore teams will take the field in special Anzac jerseys, co-designed with the Royal New Zealand Navy. The premiers, premier reserves and under-85kg sides all take on Kumeu; the under-21s will face off against Silverdale.
When: Saturday. Premier reserves and under-21s at 1.05pm, premiers and under-85kg at 2.45pm.
Where: Vauxhall Sportsfields, 28 Vauxhall Rd.
Anzac Memories: The Rose Singers
Bring the whānau and commemorate Anzac Day with The Rose Singers through a special concert of wartime favourites. No charge, donations gratefully accepted. BYO drinks. Email ruth.chapman216@gmail.com to book a seat or request more information.
When: Saturday, 6.30pm.
Where: The Rose Centre, 4 School Road, Belmont.
Sgt. Haane: Anzac Weekend Advance Screenings
A moving retelling of heroism and bravery, this documentary-drama follows Lance Sgt. Haane Manahi DCM (Te Arawa, Ngāti Raukawa) of B Company, 28th Māori Battalion, a soldier of extraordinary courage, whose actions proved pivotal in the 1943 battle for the fortified summit of Takrouna, Tunisia. He was put forward for the Victoria Cross (VC), but was instead given a Distinguished Conduct Medal, leading to a long-standing campaign to amend the injustice.
When: Saturday (3pm and 4.50pm), Sunday (6pm) and Monday (1pm). Tickets here.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
Folk Music at The Bunker
It’s Anzac Weekend club night, with singers taking to the floor with songs of war and peace. Members $5, non-members $8. Cash-only venue. If you’re driving, call 021 213 1518 for information about parking and access to the code to open the barrier. For more information, see here.
When: Monday, 8pm.
Where: The Bunker, Takarunga.
Music & Entertainment
Youth Film Fest Screening
A special community screening celebrating local young film-makers whose short films premiere on the big screen. More information and tickets here.
When: Friday, 5pm.
Where: The Rose Centre, 4 School Road, Belmont.
On at The Vic This Weekend
Hunt for the Wilderpeople: 10th Anniversary Screenings
Two rebels. One million hectares of untamed wilderness. The hunt is on. A story about a defiant city kid who finds himself on the run in the bush with his cantankerous foster uncle. Based on the Barry Crump book Wild Pork and Watercress, it’s The Vic’s best-attended movie of the last 10 years.
When: Sunday, 12pm. Tickets here.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
Folk Music at The Bunker
Bunker Hill Unplugged showcases four songwriters. Cost: $10. Cash-only venue. If you’re driving, call 021 213 1518 for information about parking and access to the code to open the barrier. For more information, see here.
When: Sunday, 8pm.
Where: The Bunker, Takarunga.
Friday Night Live at Harmony Hall
Come along for open-mic night at Harmony Hall, to hear talented local singers and maybe give it a go yourself. Bring a plate and BYO.
When: Fridays, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Lazy Sunday Afternoon Singing
Head along to Harmony Hall for a singing session. Email johndavynz@gmail.com for the weekly programme. BYO wine and cheese.
When: Sundays, 3–5pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
General Events
Poetry Reading at Devonport Library
Acclaimed poet Riemke Ensing will read from her latest book, Blue is a Cracked Vase in Memory. Afternoon tea to follow.
When: Sunday, 2–4pm.
Where: 2 Victoria Rd.
Volcanic Vinyl Pop-Up Record Store
New and used LPs for sale across most genres including funk, soul, punk, blues, rock, electronica, metal, reggae and hip hop, all in the convivial surroundings of Tiny Triumphs.
When: Monday, 2–5.30pm.
Where: Tiny Triumphs, 5 Clarence St.
Weekend Nature Nursery
Join Restoring Takarunga Hauraki for a regular session at the community native plant nursery. Activities include potting native seedlings, sowing seeds and creating artwork. All levels of experience are welcome.
When: Sundays, 10am–12pm.
Where: Ngataringa Community Nursery, 27A Lake Rd.
Weekly Kōrero and Kemu at Devonport Library
Practise beginner-level Māori language in a fun and relaxing environment. Or learn more te reo through playing card and board games. Drinks and games provided. Free of charge. Haere mai | all welcome.
When: Sundays, 11am–12pm.
Where: 2 Victoria Rd.
Mahjong at Devonport Community House
Want to play some casual games of mahjong? Email maddy@devonportcomhouse.co.nz to join the WhatsApp group chat to ensure you have a seat at the table. No tutor present. $2 per session.
When: Sundays, 1–3pm.
Where: 32 Clarence St.
Devonport Museum
The museum has many fascinating displays showing local natural, geological and human history, along with memorabilia relating to schools, transport, early settlers and families, and a collection of historical photographs. See our column about an object from the museum in the 10 April Flagstaff.
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 2–4pm.
Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.
Gallery Exhibitions & Art
Fearsome Beauty: Satellite2
Final weekend! The kahu (harrier hawk) is front and centre of this exhibition by Derek March. With its tearing beak and deadly grappling clawed feet, it is depicted as an embodiment of nature’s dark energy as well as her raw beauty.
When: Friday and Sunday, 10am–2pm, Saturday, 1–2.30pm.
Where: 61A Victoria Rd.
Common Matter: Depot Artspace
Artist Amanda Mackenzie presents a study of the humble egg tray — made for function from waste, endlessly recycled, the epitome of sustainability. Community contributions (of around 3500 egg trays) form the foundation of structures that are stacked, clustered and reconfigured. Read the story in the 10 April Flagstaff.
When: Friday, 10am–4pm, Saturday, 1pm–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Inkpressions: Depot Lounge
Final weekend! Inkpressions, an exhibition by Argentina-born artist Ana Ferrari, grew from a place of play, experimentation and improvisation with relief printing. The works explore texture, colour and organic form through curiosity and the simple joy of making.
When: Friday, 10am–4pm, Saturday, 1pm–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Verity Kindleysides at Depot 3 Vic Road
Final weekend! Verity Kindleysides’ exhibition, Inside the Garden & Beyond (after Pat Hanly), explores the three-maunga Devonport peninsula, linked by jewel-like gardens. It’s a reinterpretation and homage to Pat Hanly’s early-1970s Inside the Garden series.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Maker of the Month: Depot 3 Vic Road
Sally Tagg is a multidisciplinary visual artist, whose practice spans sculpture, ceramics, photography and botanically inspired publishing. Working from her Devonport home studio, she is currently exploring ceramic sculptural works, experimenting with the combination of clay and glass.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Katie Robinson at The Rose Centre Art Spot
Each month, the Rose Centre Art Spot highlights the work of a different local artist. Katie Robinson’s artistic influences are shaped by her background in the natural sciences and her interest in light, landscape and colour (the emotional anchor of her work, which she uses to spotlight her subject matter).
When: Friday, 9am–4pm.
Where: 4 School Road, Belmont.
Sport & Recreation
North Shore United Football Club
North Shore senior and under-23 sides both have home matches against Ellerslie on Saturday. Last weekend, Shore had a 2-0 away win over West Coast Rangers, putting them second-equal (with Takapuna) on the table.
When: Saturday, 1pm (under-23s) and 3.30pm.
Where: Allen Hill Stadium.
Friday Social Pétanque
An opportunity for club members and guests to play petanque and enjoy a social catch-up with friends and the local community. All welcome. More information here.
When: Fridays, 3–5pm.
Where: Stanley Bay Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Point Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
40A Aramoana Ave, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
3/132 Victoria Rd, Saturday, 1–1.30pm, and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
10 Wicklow Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
2/45 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
24 Spencer Tce, Saturday, 2–2.30pm.
39 Ngataringa Rd, Saturday, 2–2.30pm.
2/56 Beresford St, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
3/48 Bayswater Ave, Saturday, 3–3.30pm, and Sunday, 10–10.30am.
70C Francis St, Saturday and Sunday, 3–3.30pm.
129 Victoria Rd, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
65 Aramoana Ave, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
37A Ewen Alison Ave, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
22 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
46 Tainui Rd, Sunday, 12.30–1pm.
34A Calliope Rd, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
3/140 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 1.30–2pm.
40B Norwood Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Bayleys
59 Seacliffe Ave, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
46B Clifton Rd, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
3/16 Queens Pde, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
5B King Edward Pde, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
36 Oxford Tce, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
4/38 Old Lake Rd, Sunday and Monday, 11–11.30am.
12 Achilles Cres, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
58 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
20 King Edward Pde, Sunday and Monday, 12–12.30pm.
23A Achilles Cres, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
11 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
19 Kerr St, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
108 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
G8/45 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
601/45 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 3–3.30pm.
20 Birkley Rd, Sunday and Monday, 2–2.30pm.
69 Stanley Point Rd, Monday, 1–1.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
7/16 Williamson Ave, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
16 Kiwi Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
186 Bayswater Ave, Saturday, 1–1.30pm, and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
3/25 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
2/2 Lytton St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
56A Church St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
81A Stanley Point Rd, Saturday, 1–1.30pm, and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
29 Hororata Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
6/93 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday, 2–2.30pm, and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
16/83 Lake Rd, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
4/83 Lake Rd, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
41 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
18 Cautley St, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
46 Waterview Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
5 Bulwer St, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Ray White
34 Queens Pde, Saturday, 2.15–2.45pm, and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
17 Cheltenham Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
1/31 Eversleigh Rd, Sunday and Monday, 2–2.30pm.
Coming Up Next Weekend
New Zealand String Quartet at Depot 3 Vic Road
The New Zealand String Quartet will perform a varied programme that explores how composers transform feelings and stories into sound. The winners of Depot’s 2025 emerging-songwriters competition will also feature. During the evening, guests will be able to view the latest exhibition and explore the artist studio spaces upstairs. Read the story in the 24 April Flagstaff.
More information and tickets here.
When: Saturday 2 May, 6.30–8.30pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Swap Shop at Devonport Community House
Refresh the whānau’s wardrobe and swap until you drop! Bring in your good-quality, pre-loved clothing and receive a token for every item. Use your tokens to purchase other items on shop day. No token? No problem — all items will be available for $5 each (cash preferred). Koha entry.
When: Drop-off items weekdays, 9am–3pm, until Friday 1 May. Shop on Sunday 3 May, 10am–1pm.
Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.
Devonport Chamber Orchestra at Holy Trinity
In their first concert for 2026, Devonport Chamber Orchestra performs JS Bach (Violin Concerto in D Minor) and Grieg (Holberg Suite). Cost: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students. See the story in the 10 April Flagstaff. (Event postponed from 12 April).
When: Sunday 3 May, 2pm.
Where: 20 Church St.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to
whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz
no later than Thursday morning.