November is alive with plenty of colourful events in Auckland including Ellerslie International Flower Show and Netball World Championships. Make the most of these events, along with November's mild weather and lengthening days, with the outdoor activities suggested below.

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Auckland Guide

The Auckland Guide out now

Ideal for visitors and Aucklanders alike, The Auckland Guide uncovers hidden gems in the Auckland region. Order your free copy of the guide or view it online.
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Oratia farmers market

Oratia Farmers' Market

A charming new farmers' market has arrived on Auckland's foodie scene where an appealing collection of stallholders sell fresh produce under a grapevine pergola.
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Things to see and do

Soak up the warm days and long evenings of November in Auckland. Find a peaceful beach and enjoy a kiwi barbeque with family and friends. If you're up for some outdoor adventure, catch some fish for the 'barbie' too!

 
BBQ on beach

Kiwi barbeque on the beach

Relax under a flowering pohutukawa tree, cook a delicious barbeque and enjoy the golden evenings on a calm Auckland beach.
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Kite and kayak fishing

Kayak and kite fishing

Stand on a brilliant beach and cast your bait with a kite. Alternatively kayak through scenic bays to bring home some fresh fish for your barbeque.
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Admire leading-edge gardens at Ellerslie International Flower Show, then head out to Auckland's beautiful countryside to discover the abundance of creative gardens throughout the region.

 
Sculpture gardens

Sculpture gardens

Hop over to Waiheke Island, visit Auckland Botanic Gardens or travel north to Matakana to spend a leisurely day exploring impressive and inspiring sculpture gardens.
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Gardens of Auckland

Gardens of Auckland

Auckland is a garden lover's paradise filled with magnificent works of landscape design and awe-inspiring gardens.
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Overnight escape

Accommodation

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If you're heading to Auckland for a holiday or event, check out the range of accommodation you can book online with Tourism Auckland.
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What's on

Big Boys Toys

BP Ultimate Big Boys Toys

9-11 Nov 07, ASB Showgrounds
All men who love to be boys must attend this event to see the newest, fastest and most exciting toys around.
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Waiheke olive fest

Waiheke Island Olive Festival

10-11 Nov 07, Rangihoua Estate
Enjoy a celebration of olives at this delicious festival. Meet the growers, taste the olive oils and relax to music.
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Clevedon Show

Clevedon A&P Show

10-11 Nov 07, Clevedon Showgrounds
With the comic slogan 'Get some poo on your shoe', the Clevedon A&P Show is bound to be a light-hearted, fun day out.
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netball world champs

Netball World Championships

10-17 Nov 07, Waitakere Trusts Stadium
The world is coming... are you? Auckland is the place to be this November with the champions of netball in town!
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ellerslie flower show

Ellerslie International Flower Show

14-18 Nov 07, Auckland Botanic Gardens
See Chelsea multiple Gold Medal Designer, Sarah Eberle's garden and Tourism Auckland's 'Rangitoto Island' entry.
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