Devonport This Weekend
1 August, 2025
Devonport This Weekend — 1, 2, 3 August
Actors from the cast of The 39 Steps… opening at the Rose Centre
Music & Entertainment
The 39 Steps: Drama at The Rose Centre
Spies, chases and over-the-top characters, The 39 Steps is a whirlwind of humour, suspense, and theatrical ingenuity. It’s based on the John Buchan novel and Alfred Hitchcock’s classic 1935 spy thriller, and brought to Belmont by Company Theatre. See the story in the latest Flagstaff, and show times and tickets here.
When: Saturday, 8pm and Sunday 2pm.
Where: 4 School Road, Belmont.
On at The Vic This Weekend
FIZZ — Friday Night Live Comedy. Mischief Company actors apply their comedic magic to create stories told with care, fun and a little madness. Recommended for ages 14 years and over. Times and tickets here.
When: Friday, 8pm.
The Vic: A Love Story is a short film charting the fascinating history of the Victoria Theatre, the oldest purpose-built cinema in the Southern Hemisphere. Select film screenings are part of the fundraising campaign to raise money for new seats for the cinema. Times and tickets here.
When: Sunday, 11.30am.
Citizen Jane: Battle for the City
A documentary about the urban-planning showdown, in New York half a century ago, between the activist Jane Jacobs and the Trumpian Robert Moses. Jacobs, a housewife and activist, challenged modern city planning and rebuilding, advocating for the importance of people in cities. Times and tickets here.
When: Sunday, 4pm.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
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: Friday, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Lazy Sunday Afternoon Singing
Head along to Harmony Hall for a singing session. Email dellgraham@gmail.com for the weekly programme. BYO wine and cheese.
When: Sunday, 3pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Gallery Exhibitions
Exhibition Openings at DEPOT: Meet the Artists
Beatrice Carlson: out of the Blue, édition 2 at DEPOT 3 Vic Road. Carlson’s collection of upcycled porcelain jewellery and wearable artworks is about reducing compulsive consumption by focusing on recycling/repurposing and rethinking the notion of preciousness.
When: Friday, 6–7.30pm (artist talk at 6:30pm).
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
The Boundary of the Intelligible at DEPOT Artspace. In a new exploration of colour for artist Jennifer Mason, this exhibition offers a space for reflection and tranquillity, celebrating light, space, and the beauty of peaceful contemplation.
When: Saturday, 2–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
The Stacey & Steve Show at DEPOT Lounge. The work of two friends on the same creative wavelength, using the same tools and techniques and with the same obsession with printmaking. Their show is a celebration of shared process, individual voice, and the unpredictability of printmaking. See the story in the latest Flagstaff.
When: Saturday, 2–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Simon Kerr at Satellite2: Final Weekend
Outlaw — Rust Never Sleeps is an exhibition of works by Simon Kerr, former leader of the notorious Hole in The Wall Gang and infamous for escaping custody six times. Kerr started painting during his last prison sentence, and his life experiences have influenced the style and narrative found in his paintings. See the story in the 18 July Flagstaff.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–2pm.
Where: 61A Victoria Rd.
Takarunga: A Natural History at DEPOT 3 Vic Road
Takarunga: A Natural History presents a series of paintings by artist Tate Agnew that delve into the ecological and social history of the maunga, revealing its rich history and ecological significance. This body of work speaks directly to the local community while addressing universal themes. See the story in the 18 July Flagstaff and more information here.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Lisa Watkins at the Rose Centre Art Sport
Sustainability artist Lisa Watkins turns discarded materials into bold sculptural works. Her art explores eco-feminism, resilience, and consumer culture.
When: Friday, 9am–4pm.
Where: 4 School Road, Belmont.
General Events
Devonport Market
A diverse array of artisans and creators offer handmade crafts, unique jewellery, stylish clothing and homeware.
When: Saturday, 9am–2pm.
Where: Devonport Ferry Terminal.
Puzzlemania at Devonport Community House
A pre-loved jigsaw puzzle sale from 12pm to 3pm, plus a puzzle showdown at 1pm. Enter a team of four puzzlers and race to be the first to complete an identical jigsaw. Cost: $40 per team. All proceeds donated to Dementia Auckland. Register your team here or email Natalie.denton@raywhite.com.
When: Sunday, 12–3pm.
Where: 32 Clarence St.
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: Saturday, 2–5.30pm.
Where: Tiny Triumphs, 5 Clarence St.
Toy Library at Devonport Community House
Hundreds of quality toys, to try out or borrow, for kids aged up to six years old.
When: Saturday, 9–11am.
Where: 32 Clarence St.
Mahjong at Devonport Community House
Head to the community house 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. Koha on entry.
When: Sunday, 1–3pm.
Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.
Devonport Navy Museum
Visit the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum for a look into New Zealand’s naval history. The Tides of Change exhibition, part of the 2025 Auckland Festival of Photography, is displayed in the atrium. Instrumental to Defence, the history of the Royal New Zealand Navy Band, is on display in the Foyer Gallery.
When: Saturday and Sunday, 10am–5pm.
Where: 64 King Edward Pde.
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.
When: Saturday and Sunday, 2–4pm.
Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.
Sport
North Shore Rugby Club
The season ended on a high for Shore last Saturday, with the under-21s back-to-back champions, beating Massey in the grand final. The previous weekend, North Shore premiers took out the championship final for the third year in a row. See the Flagstaff rugby supplement for all the details.
North Shore United AFC
North Shore has an away game against fourth-placed Northern Rovers on Saturday. Last weekend, they edged Ellerslie 3-2 at Allen Hill Stadium.
Friendly Fridays at Stanley Bay Petanque Club
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: Friday, play 3–5pm, bar opens from 5.00pm.
Where: Stanley Bay Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Pt Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
8/55A Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11.30am–12.15pm.
15 Albert Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
29 Queens Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
77B Beresford St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–2pm.
Bayleys
1/47 Clarence St, Saturday, 10–10.30am.
28 Jubilee Ave, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
1/15A Kerr St, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
12 Second Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.45pm.
15 Rutland Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12.30–1pm.
108 Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12.30–1.15pm.
19 Kerr St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.45pm.
2/9 Calliope Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Apt M6, Devon Park, 45 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
1/279 Lake Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
50 Ngataringa Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
41 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 1.30–2pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
4/134 Calliope Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
2/30 Fraser Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11.30am–12pm.
2/81 Francis St, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to
whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.