The complete guide to live music in Auckland this weekend (Thu 17–Sat 19 Sep 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Auckland for live music this weekend, Thu 17 Sep to Sat 19 Sep 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Titanic. The Human Story - Auckland
When: Thursday 17 September 2026 at 10:00am
Where: Smith & Caughey's building, New Zealand
Price: $From $40.00
Artists: Titanic. The Human Story - Auckland
⭐ Titanic. The Human Story is coming to Auckland after sold-out runs in Perth, Brisbane and its twin exhibitions in London, New York, Austin and DC. A new, renovated experience that through a selection of original artefacts, including personal belongings, tells touching stories of the ship's passeng…
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Te Kahu Tōpuni Kapa Haka Festival
When: Thursday 17 September 2026 at 12:30pm
Where: Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall, Auckland
Artists: Te Kahu Tōpuni Kapa Haka Festival, Poumatua Festival
All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobilet…
Shinedown & Bush
When: Thursday 17 September 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Spark Arena
Artists: Shinedown, Bush
All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobilet…
Pork and Poll Taxes
When: Thursday 17 September 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre
Artists: Pork and Poll Taxes
Please note: This event is recommended 13+ Content Warning: Includes violence, racism, coarse language, haze, loud sound.
CARCASS 'Putrefying down Under'
When: Thursday 17 September 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Galatos, Auckland
Artists: Carcass
Titanic. The Human Story - Auckland
When: Friday 18 September 2026 at 9:00am
Where: Smith & Caughey's building, New Zealand
Price: $From $40.00
Artists: Titanic. The Human Story - Auckland
⭐ Titanic. The Human Story is coming to Auckland after sold-out runs in Perth, Brisbane and its twin exhibitions in London, New York, Austin and DC. A new, renovated experience that through a selection of original artefacts, including personal belongings, tells touching stories of the ship's passeng…
Te Kahu Tōpuni Kapa Haka Festival
When: Friday 18 September 2026 at 12:30pm
Where: Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall, Auckland
Artists: Te Kahu Tōpuni Kapa Haka Festival, Poumatua Festival
All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobilet…
Akin Ka Na Lang – The Itchyworms Live in Auckland
When: Friday 18 September 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Galatos, Auckland
Artists: The Itchyworms
Emerson | Leap! On Tour
When: Friday 18 September 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: Tuning Fork, Spark Arena
Artists: Emerson
Pork and Poll Taxes
When: Friday 18 September 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre
Artists: Pork and Poll Taxes
Please note: This event is recommended 13+ Content Warning: Includes violence, racism, coarse language, haze, loud sound.
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Auckland This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.