Auckland's Big Weekend, 15-17 February
Love delicious fresh food and New Zealand wines? Love watching international sporting contests and the best of provincial rugger?
Then join us in Auckland because it’s all happening on one BIG WEEKEND: Friday 15 February to Sunday 17 February 2008.
What |
When |
Where |
| BLACKCAPS vs England More info >> |
Friday 15 February 2008 1400-2200 |
Eden Park, Kingsland |
| Blues vs Chiefs More info >> |
Saturday 16 February 2008 1935-2115 |
Eden Park, Kingsland |
| Devonport Food, Wine & Music Festival More info >> |
Saturday 16 February 2008 1100-1900 Sunday 17 February 2008 1100-1800 |
Windsor Reserve, Devonport |
BLACKCAPS vs England
With the Twenty20 games well and truly behind us, the One Day Internationals have been big-hitting stuff. It's Eden Park's turn to host a day-nighter ODI on Friday 15 February, day one of Auckland's Big Weekend! Get to Eden Park on public transport for free on main routes - just show your game ticket. The Barmy Army will be there for England; the Beige Brigade will be cheering on New Zealand's BLACKCAPS. Who will you be supporting?
www.blackcaps.co.nz.
Rebel Sport Super 14: Blues vs Chiefs
Week One of the 2008 Rebel Sport Super 14 Championship kicks off with the Blues taking on the Chiefs at Eden Park. Both teams have a loyal fan base; with the Waikato supporters always at the 'garden of Eden' en masse. Get to Eden Park on public transport for free on main routes - just show your game ticket. Coming for The Big Game? Why not make a Big Weekend of it? There are plenty of accommodation options for all budgets. www.theblues.co.nz.
Devonport Food, Wine & Music Festival
This iconic event is eagerly awaited every summer and is now in its 19th year! A fantastic waterfront location, two music stages with some of NZ's best loved musicians including Hollie Smith, Greg Johnson, Hello Sailor, Nesian Mystik, Peter Ulrich and The Lady Killers guarantee two great days out. As well as wineries from around the country, the Glengarry Wine Academy will offer free expert tasting advice. Some of New Zealand’s most celebrated chefs will also offer tips to foodies in the Fisher & Paykel Kitchen, and even the most discerning palettes will be satisfied with the likes of whitebait from Hokitika, mussels from the Coromandel, venison burgers, Italian cheeses, paella and so much more. How could you say no? www.devonportwinefestival.co.nz.
What else is there?
There's always plenty to do in Auckland, with other events and plenty of attractions, shopping and adventure to keep you very busy!
We'll be updating this website with information on accommodation, hot deals, transport options, the latest on Auckland's Big Weekend events, competitions and plenty more to help you fill up your weekend in Auckland.