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24 Jun - 5 Jul 2026
Get ready to lose yourself because the most exciting time of the year is back! Escape the winter chill and join us inside the lush warmth of The Civic for the 2026 Auckland Live Cabaret Festival.
Transforming Auckland's most iconic venue into a playground filled with music, comedy, theatre, circus, burlesque and some acts that simply can't be defined. You will find free pop-up performances and experiences, delicious cocktails and food, fabulous outfits, artists and audiences mingling together, revelling in the extraordinary; it is a place where anything and everything is possible.
Intrigued? You’re about to discover your new favourite night out!
Proudly part of the Auckland Council whānau
Local tip
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Head to Stark’s Café and Bar for a pre-show cocktail, beer or wine. It opens 90 minutes before any show or event at The Civic.
Getting there
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By car, head to The Civic car park near Queen Street where you’ll find plenty of affordable paid parking. By train, head to Waitematā Station and walk up Queen Street for around 10 minutes to reach The Civic. Alternatively, take a bus to the Queen Street or Wellesley Street bus stops, which are both within a short walking distance.
More info
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