Devonport This Weekend
4 July, 2025
Devonport This Weekend — 4, 5, 6 July
Sport
North Shore Rugby Club
It’s quarter-finals time for Shore’s men’s premiers, reserves and under-21s this weekend. All topped their tables in pool play, so will have home matches at Vauxhall Rd. Kicking off at 1pm are the reserves (playing against Mahurangi) and under-21s (against Takapuna). The premiers take on Mahurangi at 2.45pm.
Meanwhile, in pool play, the under-85kg Shore side faces Glenfield, away from home.
When: Saturday, 1pm and 2.45pm.
Where: Vauxhall Sportsfields, 28 Vauxhall Rd.
North Shore United AFC
Last weekend’s 3-1 victory against Cambridge makes it two away wins in a row. Can North Shore make it a three-peat on the road this Saturday, when they take on second-placed Hamilton?
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.
When: Friday, play 3–5pm, bar opens from 5.00pm.
Where: Stanley Bay Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Pt Rd.
Music & Entertainment
On at The Vic This Weekend
Potluck is a live improvised-comedy in which three couples share a potluck dinner and no one knows what scandals will be revealed — even the actors! A revolving cast of improvisors (from The Mischief Company) serve up relationship morsels, and tales of love and loss. See the 6 June Flagstaff for more information. See here for tickets.
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. More information and tickets here.
When: Saturday, 10.20am and Sunday, 12.20pm.
Smurfs — advance screenings. When Papa Smurf is taken by evil wizards, Smurfette leads a mission to the real world to save him. More information and tickets here.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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.
Happy Hours at The Patriot
Two happy hours on Friday (4–7pm and 9–11pm).
When: Friday.
Where: 14 Victoria Rd
Live Music at Vic Road Wine Bar
Relax to the sounds of Vanessa Kelly performing jazz, blues and soul.
When: Sunday, 3.30–5.30pm.
Where: 53–55 Victoria Rd.
Acoustic Sunday Sessions at The Kestrel
David Shanhun is on guitar.
When: Sunday, 3–6pm.
Where: Devonport Wharf.
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.
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.
Sake, Umeshu and Gin tasting at Liquorland
Learn about Japanese sake, umeshu (plum wine) and gin, and enjoy tastings of different styles, all from the award-winning Nakano Brewery in Wakayama, Japan. See here for more information.
When: Saturday, 1pm–4pm.
Where: 11 Clarence St (formerly Glengarry’s).
Dazzle Fish for the Kids at Devonport Navy Museum
Visit the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum for a look into New Zealand’s naval history. During the school holidays, kids can take part in the Dazzle Fish holiday activity, hunting for fish around the museum and designing their own fish scale. See here for more information.
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.
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.
Mahjong at the 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.
Gallery Exhibitions
Ruaruawhetū Exhibition and Guest Curator Kōrero at Depot Artspace
Ruaruawhetū – Weaving Design Celebrating the Stars features the individual and collectively-produced raranga (weaving) works of 17 artists, inspired by the nine stars of Matariki. See story in the 20 June Flagstaff and more information here.
A workshop series during July opens with a talk by exhibition curator Terehia Walker. See here for more information and to register.
When: Curator Kōrero, Saturday, 11am–12pm. Exhibition, Friday and Saturday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Suture Collective: Liminal at DEPOT 3 Vic Road
Artists Holly Clarke, Vanessa Narbey and Bridget Pahl bring a female perspective in their exhibition Liminal, reflecting on how visual space, nature and the tactility of paint come together to convey meaning. Their works highlight the interconnectedness of nature and self, be it through observance, intuition or other sensory elements. See here for more information.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 3 Victoria Rd.
Framing Devonport at Satellite2
Framing Devonport explores Devonport’s heritage buildings, showing old homes in a new light. The works have been produced by Paola King-Borrero and Paul Chapman, whose artistic collaboration on this project came about through Covid lockdown walks in the neighbourhood.
See story in the 20 June Flagstaff for more information.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–2pm.
Where: 61A Victoria Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
10 Seabreeze Rd, Sunday, 11.30am–12pm.
Bayleys
1/47 Clarence St, Saturday and Sunday, 10–10.30am.
1/170 Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
28 Jubilee Ave, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
12 Second Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.45pm.
Apt M6, Devon Park, 45 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.45pm.
5/17 Church St, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
41 Calliope Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
50 Ngataringa Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1.30–2pm.
18 Derby St, Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
6 Moa St, Saturday and Sunday, 10–10.30am.
9B Kerr St, Saturday and Sunday, 11am–12pm.
9D Kerr St, Saturday and Sunday, 11am–12pm.
9G Kerr St, Saturday and Sunday, 11am–12pm.
5 Roslyn Tce, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
31 Jubilee Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
1/14 Ewen Alison Ave, Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
Book Ahead for Next Weekend
Kupenga Raranga Weaving Workshop at DEPOT Artspace
Learn traditional Māori weaving from artists Annitta Whiu-Cleal & Kiriana O’Connell, exhibitors at the exhibition Ruaruawhetū – Weaving Design Celebrating the Stars. See here for more information and to register.
When: 10am–2pm, Saturday 12 July.
Where: DEPOT Artspace, 28 Clarence Street.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to
whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.