Devonport This Weekend
29 May, 2026
Devonport This Weekend — 29, 30, 31 May and 1 June
A season of Matariki events begins on Monday
General Events
Matariki Opening Event
Matariki Ki Te Hau Kapua launches with music, lights, waiata and stories. From the Matariki Star Trail through the village to storytelling at the library, tree planting, kai, kōrero and local celebrations, a seasonal programme of community events and whānau-friendly activities will follow over the coming weeks, to reflect, connect and mark the Māori New Year.
When: Monday, 5pm.
Where: Band Rotunda behind Devonport Library.
Devonport Thrift Market
A new, “winter-friendly” market bringing together vendors of vintage, second-hand and handmade goods. Good racks, good coffee, and a cosy indoor atmosphere — part market, part café afternoon.
When: Saturday, 2–5.30pm.
Where: Stone Oven, 5 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: Monday, 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: Saturdays, 9–11am.
Where: 32 Clarence St.
Thread Room: Adults Sewing Classes
A mixed-level class, with spaces for beginners as well as those with more experience. Book a place here.
When: Saturdays, 10am–12pm.
Where: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence St.
Page to Future at Devonport Library
An intergenerational reading programme where senior volunteers read stories and listen to children and adult English learners reading. Relaxed and informal conversations building confidence around reading and language. Drop in and choose a book to be enjoyed together.
When: Saturdays, 10.30–11.30am.
Where: 2 Victoria Rd.
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. Register here.
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 Navy Museum
Visit the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum for a look into New Zealand’s naval history. View albums from the museum’s extensive photographic collections from World War I onwards, as part of the What a Life exhibition on display in the Foyer Gallery.
When: Daily, 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. See our column about an object from the museum in the 22 May Flagstaff.
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 2–4pm.
Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.
Music & Entertainment
On at The Vic This Weekend
The Christophers: Advance Screenings
The children of a once-famous artist (Ian McKellen) hire a forger (Michaela Coel) to complete some unfinished, long-abandoned canvases, for the works to be later ‘discovered’ and sold after the artist’s death, securing the family an inheritance. A black comedy directed by Steven Soderbergh.
When: Friday to Monday. Tickets and times here.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
Quadrille at The Rose Centre
A comedy for adult Russophones, Quadrille is a heartfelt and gently ironic story about ordinary Siberian people; their relationships, love, jealousy, hopes and unexpected turns of fate. The play will be performed in Russian (no English subtitles). More information and tickets here.
When: Friday, 7.30pm; Saturday, 7pm; Sunday, 5pm.
Where: Where: 4 School Road, Belmont.
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.
Gallery Exhibitions & Art
Happy Living Things: Satellite2
Three local artists combine for this new exhibition that has animals in common. The works by Sandra Waine, David Bell and Louise Wigram feature prints, ink drawings and metal sculptures. Read the story in the 22 May Flagstaff.
When: Wednesday to Sunday, 10am–2pm.
Where: 61A Victoria Rd.
Figurative Artists Collective Exhibition: Depot Artspace
The Depot’s biggest exhibition of the year, Between Us, brings together 28 artists working across figurative art and portraiture. Co-curated by local artist Karlalise Horstmans, it includes past finalists in the Adam Portraiture Award. Sculptures and a range of media on canvas and paper are featured. Read the story in the 22 May Flagstaff.
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Material World: Depot 3 Vic Road
Final weekend! Artist Chris Melville is a visual trickster. His body of photographic works – some of which echo Devonport and the convergence of sea and sky – has been created by capturing images of layers of everyday fabrics. What appear at first glance to be mountains, tidal currents or mist drifting across water are, in fact, studies of material in motion. Read the story in the 24 April Flagstaff.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Integration: Depot Lounge
Final weekend! Louise Mair’s exhibition, Integration, explores themes of belonging, transition and acceptance. Each painting is built through a process of layering. Scraping back the paint reveals earlier marks or spaces in time.
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Meet in May: The Rose Centre Art Spot
Each month, the Rose Centre Art Spot highlights the work of a different local artist. For May, the Belmont Art Group presents a watercolour exhibition. The group of art enthusiasts was formed in August last year. Read the story in the 8 May Flagstaff.
When: Monday to Friday, 9am–4pm.
Where: 4 School Road, Belmont.
Sport & Recreation
North Shore Rugby Club
Just one senior side in action this weekend, with the under-85kg side at home to Northcote. The premiers and under-21s have a bye. The premier reserves’ match has been defaulted by hosts East Coast Bays.
When: Saturday, 2.45pm.
Where: Vauxhall Sportsfields, Vauxhall Rd.
Friday and Saturday Afternoon Social Pétanque
Newcomers and beginners are always welcome. Boules are available for play. A fun opportunity to play pétanque and enjoy a social catch-up with friends and the local community afterwards in the clubrooms. More information here.
When: Fridays and Saturdays, 3–5pm.
Where: Stanley Bay Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Point Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
22 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday 12–12.30pm.
2/45 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
3/140 Calliope Rd, Saturday, 12.30–1pm.
10 Wicklow Rd, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
2/56 Beresford St, Saturday, 2–2.30pm.
40B Norwood Rd, Saturday, 3–3.30pm.
46 Tainui Rd, Sunday 1.30–2pm.
Bayleys
59 Seacliffe Ave, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
43B Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
4/38 Old Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
3/16 Queens Pde, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
20 Birkley Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
58 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
69 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
29 Hastings Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
46B Clifton Rd, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
23A Achilles Cres, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
108 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
6/93 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 10–10.30am.
7/16 Williamson Ave, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
3 Corrella Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
1/1 Diomede St, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
2/11 Kawerau Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
45 Mozeley Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
23 Ewen Alison Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
1/171 Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
81A Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
1/3A First Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
2/3A First Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
16/83 Lake Rd, Sunday 12–12.30pm.
3/25 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
18 Cautley St, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
102/45 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday, 2.30–3pm.
Ray White
40 Cheltenham Rd, Sunday, 11.30am–12.30pm.
Coming Up Next Weekend
Drum and bass workshop
Haden, from music-production outfit Ill Truth, is running a two-hour workshop. Learn how he programmes and processes drums and basses and gets his mixes club-ready. Techniques that translate directly to professional-level music. Tickets here.
When: Friday 5 June, 5.30–7.30pm.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
North Shore Rugby: Club Day
The Old Boys/Ladies & Centurion Lunch is back! This traditional event is for players, coaches, managers, volunteers, supporters and all those who’ve contributed to North Shore Rugby Club over the years. It precedes local-derby action on the field, where North Shore hosts Takapuna in all four of its senior matches, alongside a number of the junior teams. Cost: $30 per person (includes lunch and a beer). Tickets can be purchased here or at the door.
When: Saturday 6, June. Arrival from 11.30am, lunch from 12pm, senior rugby from 1pm.
Where: Cambridge Tce (clubrooms) and Vauxhall Rd (fields).
Vauxhall Arts & Laughs Evening
An evening of art, laughter, and dance tunes to raise funds for Vauxhall School and KidsCan. Aotearoa artists exhibit their work for auction, alongside comedians Tony Lyall and Justine Smith bringing the laughs, and DJ/producer Rodi Kirk keeping the dance floor buzzing. Bar and food trucks, raffles and prizes too. All welcome. Tickets here.
When: Saturday 6 June, 6pm to midnight.
Where: Vauxhall School Hall, Morrison Ave.
The Hauraki Assembly
A 90s night out for future, current, and past parents of the school — plus friends. This fundraiser features music, cocktail bar, quiz, quick-fire auctions, basketball shoot-out competition and more. Dress code: smart-casual with a touch of 90s’ flair. Tickets $20. Table packages and food platters also available. Book here.
When: Saturday 6 June, 6pm to midnight.
Where: Hauraki School Hall, 82 Jutland Rd.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to
whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz
no later than Thursday morning.