Devonport This Weekend
8 May, 2026
Devonport This Weekend — 8, 9, 10 May
Mother’s Day Planting 2026 (Photo credit: Restoring Takarunga Hauraki)
Celebrating the Women in our Lives
Mother’s Day Planting 2026
Planting season is kicking off at a community planting day at Northboro Reserve in Hauraki. Celebrate our mums at this annual family-friendly event. Connect with neighbours and our local environment. Bring a plate to share for lunch. Bread and soup provided. Register here.
When: Sunday, 11am–1pm.
Where: Meet at the Northboro Reserve pumphouse (near the playground). The easiest entry is through the Northboro Rd walkway.
Ladies Day at North Shore Rugby Club
Celebrate the women of the club and support the continued growth of the women’s game. VIP marquee experience, drink on arrival, canapés. Plus auctions, raffles and best-dressed prizes (men and women). A fantastic afternoon of rugby club hospitality and entertainment, and plenty of reasons to stick around long into the evening. $20 per person. Tickets here.
When: Saturday, from 1pm until late.
Where: Vauxhall Rd.
Caterpillar: Mother’s Day Advance Screening
In an early-2000s Wellington household, three generations of women navigate love, ambition and change. This female-led family drama is a funny, emotional film about the things that shape us forever, and the love that must prevail.
When: Sunday, 3.05pm. Tickets here.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
A Private Life: Mother’s Day Advance Screening
Renowned psychiatrist Lilian Steiner (Jodie Foster) is deeply troubled by the sudden death of one of her patients. Convinced that it was murder, she decides to investigate. A frisky, feminine, film noir about psychoanalysis and many other things…
When: Sunday, 5.05pm. Tickets here.
Where: The Victoria Theatre (The Vic), 48 Victoria Rd.
Music & Entertainment
Once on Chunuk Bair: The Rose Centre
Opening weekend: A powerful New Zealand war drama following the Wellington Battalion during the Gallipoli campaign. A moving story of courage, sacrifice and the Kiwi spirit – exploring the cost of war and the birth of national identity. More information and tickets here. Read the story in the 8 May Flagstaff.
When: Saturday, 7.30pm, and Sunday, 2pm.
On at The Vic This Weekend
Italian Film Festival 2026
The Vic is proud host of the 11th edition of Cinema Italiano | Italian Film Festival NZ. The programme of 27 films showcases the best in contemporary Italian cinema.
When: daily until 20 May
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: Fridays, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Denver & Beyond: Harmony Hall
A night featuring the music of John Denver and various other artists, performed by Bevan Gardiner and James Davy. Tickets $25. For bookings, contact John on 022 6010798 or email johndavynz@gmail.com.
When: Sunday, 7pm.
Where: 4 Wynyard St.
Gallery Exhibitions & Art
Papercut: Satellite2
Artist Max Newton sources discarded books from charity shops and local recycling centres, rescuing them from landfill and giving them new life as collages. He carefully cuts out the images that appeal to him, then reassembles them into colourful compositions. Each piece becomes a new story, emerging from one that already existed. Read the story in the 24 April Flagstaff.
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am–2pm.
Where: 61A Victoria Rd.
Material World: Depot 3 Vic Road
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.
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. This 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.
An Introduction to Painting and Colour
These weekly art classes are about exploring the joy and potential of paint with a specific focus on the importance of colour. Artist Katie Thornton will set new challenges over six weeks, including working from still lifes through to creating abstract mark-making. More information here.
When: starts Saturday.
Where: Whare Toi, Kerr St, Takarunga.
Common Matter: Depot Artspace
Final weekend: 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 and Saturday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Integration: Depot Lounge
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: Friday and Saturday, 10am–4pm.
Where: 28 Clarence St.
General Events
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.
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: Saturdays, 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. 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 10 April Flagstaff.
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 2–4pm.
Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.
Sport & Recreation
North Shore Rugby Club
Local rivalry makes for a big Saturday at Vauxhall! The premiers and premier reserves both host Northcote, with the under-85kg team also at home, to Glenfield. The under-21s are the only senior Shore side on the road, travelling to Massey. It’s also Ladies Day at the club (see above).
When: Saturday at 1pm (premier reserves) and 2.45pm (premiers and under-85kg).
Where: Vauxhall Sportsfields, 28 Vauxhall Rd.
North Shore United Football Club
North Shore’s two (seniors and under-23s) local-derby matches versus Takapuna are postponed this weekend. Last weekend, Shore had a 3-1 away loss to Taupo, taking them down to fifth-equal on the table.
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 Pt Rd.
Open Homes
Barfoot & Thompson
129 Victoria Rd, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
10 Wicklow Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
2/45 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
40A Aramoana Ave, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
40B Norwood Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
2/56 Beresford St, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
70C Francis St, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
24 Spencer Tce, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
3/132 Victoria Rd, Sunday, 11–11.30am.
22 Stanley Point Rd, Sunday 12–12.30pm.
34A Calliope Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
Bayleys
4/38 Old Lake Rd, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
59 Seacliffe Ave, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
46B Clifton Rd, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
36 Oxford Tce, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
3/16 Queens Pde, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
12 Achilles Cres, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
58 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
23A Achilles Cres, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
11 Stanley Point Rd, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
108 Calliope Rd, Saturday, 2–2.30pm.
19 Kerr St, Saturday, 2–2.30pm.
10 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
Harcourts Cooper & Co
7/16 Williamson Ave, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
29 Hororata Rd, Saturday, 11–11.30am.
6/93 Vauxhall Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
16/83 Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11–11.30am.
5 Bulwer St, Saturday, 12–12.30pm.
16 Kiwi Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
186 Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 12–12.30pm.
46 Waterview Rd, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
2/2 Lytton St, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
18 Cautley St, Saturday, 1–1.30pm.
81A Stanley Point Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2–2.30pm.
Ray White
1/31 Eversleigh Rd; Saturday, 10–10.30am, and Sunday, 1–1.30pm.
Coming Up Next Weekend
Figurative Artists Collective Exhibition: Depot Artspace
This is Depot’s biggest exhibition of the year. Between Us brings together 28 artists working across figurative art and portraiture. From playful storytelling to reflections on identity and community, every work offers something unique, with plenty to engage visitors of all ages.
When: Exhibition opening is Saturday 16 May, 2–4pm (artist panel at 3pm).
Where: 28 Clarence St.
Tell us about your weekend event: email details to
whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz
no later than Thursday morning.