PATA Global Insights Conference (PGIC): September 29, 2017
The PATA Global Insights Conference (PGIC) returns to Auckland under the theme ‘R U Future Ready’, the conference has already received confirmations from a number of expert and high profile speakers and panel members from Europe, Asia Pacific and North America representing such major international brands as Microsoft, Boeing and TripAdvisor.
All panel discussions will again be moderated by a leading BBC World News Business/Economics TV anchor with the 2017 programme including, for the first time, a final session featuring ‘Tomorrow’s Tourism Leaders’.
MCKAYSON New Zealand Women's Open: 28 September to 1 October 2017
The MCKAYSON New Zealand Women's Open is the first ever LPGA Tour event to be played in New Zealand. Tournament host Lydia Ko and golf fans from across New Zealand and around the world will be gathering at the spectacular Windross Farm Golf Course in Auckland.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition: 7 July – 3 December 2017
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition returns exclusively to Auckland Museum direct from the Natural History Museum in London. The photography features the very best international wildlife imagery by photographers of all ages. A must see for nature lovers and photographers, discover the majesty and vulnerability of life on our planet – from spotted hyenas humpback whales, urban leopards to wild orangutans. The exhibition is free with museum entry.
Matilda the Musical: 18 August – 22 October 2017
Matilda The Musical is the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl. With the book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. The show will be held at the Civic theatre in Auckland.
Cirque Du Soleil: Toruk - The First Flight: 15 – 24 September 2017
Inspired by James Cameron's Avatar, Cirque Du Soleil: Toruk - The First Flight transports you to the world of Pandora in a visually stunning live setting. Experience a storytelling odyssey through a new world of imagination, discovery and possibility. Through a riveting fusion of cutting-edge visuals, puppetry and stagecraft buoyed by a soaring cinematic score, Cirque du Soleil applies its unique signature style to James Cameron's imaginary world and “makes the bond” between two kindred artistic visions that capture the imagination. The show will be held at Spark Arena.