Devonport This Weekend
3 May, 2024
Devonport This Weekend – 3, 4, 5 May
General Events
Party at the pump track
The party is set for this Sunday after its postponement two weekends ago. Enjoy a barbecue and drinks, watch pro riders take on the track and, if you’re 14 years old or younger, have a go yourself at the Woodall Park pump track this Sunday. All under-14 riders need to sign in by 1pm. Pro riders from 4pm. Free event.
When: Sunday, 12pm-sunset.
Where: Woodall Park, Wairoa Rd.
Mother’s Day Market
Searching for a way to show Mum how much you care? Look no further than Saturday’s Devonport Mother’s Day Market for unique finds and special treats. Browse through stalls with plenty of options, whatever you might have planned for Mother’s Day on 12 May.
When: Saturday, 9am-2pm.
Where: Victoria Wharf and inside the Devonport Ferry Terminal.
The Trials of Nurse Kerr book launch
Scott Bainbridge launches his new true-crime book about Nurse Kerr of 1930s Devonport, who may have been New Zealand’s most prolific poisoner. Just how many unlucky victims were there?
When: Sunday, 2.30pm.
Where: Devonport Library, 2 Victoria Rd.
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
Visit the Navy Museum at Torpedo Bay, with its extensive collection of photos, artefacts, medals and more, for a look into New Zealand’s maritime history.
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: 2-4pm, Saturday and Sunday.
Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.
Music & Entertainment
Friday Night Open Mic
Come to the Harmony Hall tonight to hear talented local singers or give it a go yourself. Bring a plate and BYO.
When: Friday, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Sunday Singing
Come along to the Harmony Hall for a singing session. Email dellgraham@gmail.com for song lists each week. Wine and cheese at 5pm.
When: Sunday, 4pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Tainui Tuesdays at Devonport Yacht Club
Six-piece Tainui Tuesdays promise a set-list of classics ranging from Kiwi favourites to the Rolling Stones, Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen – plus a bracket of French numbers. Tickets are $20 at the door.
When: Sunday, 5-7pm.
Where: 25 King Edward Pde.
The Vic Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show with H&F Shadowcast (M)
Hot & Flustered Shadowcast accompany cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show live on stage while the movie plays on the screen behind them. Get dressed up, learn the dances, and enjoy this immersive theatrical experience at the Vic tonight. Tickets here.
When: Friday, 8.30pm.
Where: 48 Victoria Rd.
Star Wars (PG/M) Movie Marathon
On Saturday, May the fourth, watch the original Star Wars trilogy back-to-back from 3.30 pm! Come back on Sunday to see the prequel trilogy back-to-back from noon. Tickets can be purchased for individual films, or for the trilogies (at a discount). Tickets for Saturday here, and Sunday here.
When: Saturday and Sunday.
Where: 48 Victoria Rd.
Sport
Football: North Shore United
North Shore takes on a pointless Franklin United at Allen Hill this Saturday.
When: Saturday, 3pm kickoff.
Where: Allen Hill Stadium, 25 Lake Rd.
Rugby: North Shore Rugby Club
Shore prems take on East Coast Bays at home this Saturday.
When: Saturday, 2.45pm kickoff.
Where: Vauxhall sports fields, 28 Vauxhall Rd.
Gallery Exhibitions
The Depot Artspace
New Principles is a collection of contemporary furniture from emerging and established artists based in Auckland. The exhibition includes the work of six artists who present furniture not as accessories to a room, but as a highlight.
When: Saturday, 10am-4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Light into Dark
This exhibition features the work of 10 artists, including Ralph Hotere’s Song of Solomon, a collage piece made in response to the Gulf War. Two works from Devonport sculptor Helen Pollock will also be shown at the exhibition, which promotes messages of peace.
When: Saturday, Sunday 10am-3pm.
Where: Satellite2, 61a Victoria Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
47 Roslyn Tce, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
24 William Bond St, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
3A Garden Tce, Saturday and Sunday 12-12.45pm.
3/59 Norwood Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.45pm.
9 Hastings Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
16 Hastings Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
17C Fraser Road, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.45pm.
3A Allenby Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 3-3.30pm.
2A Waterview Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 3-3.45pm.
38 Ewen Alison Ave, Saturday, 12-12.30pm.
78 Ngataringa Rd, Saturday, 11-11.30am.
44 Killarney St, Saturday, 12.15-12.45pm.
44 Killarney St, Sunday, 12.45-1.15pm.
60 Old Lake Rd, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
15 Duders Ave, Saturday, 2-2.30pm.
Bayleys
9A Kerr St, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
2/27 Northboro Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
14 Maleme Ave, Saturday, 12.30-1.15pm.
41 Old Lake Rd, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
2/11 Buchanan St, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
6 Macky Ave, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
42 Cheltenham Rd, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
28A Waterview Rd, Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
37 Kiwi Rd, Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
22 Mays St, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
27 Creamer Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
5/40 Roslyn Tce, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
12 Niccol Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.
1/80 Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
2/74 Victoria Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
3/99 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
2/49 Mozeley Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
1/15 Northboro Rd, Saturday, 12-12.30pm.
6 Takarunga Rd, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
23 Ascot Ave, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.
173 Lake Rd, Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
30 St Leonards Rd, Sunday, 1-1.30pm.
83 Ngataringa Rd, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
3/3 Opua St, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
7 Huia St, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.
71A Ngataringa Rd, Sunday, 3-3.30pm.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.