Auckland Central City Library Diwali Events

Rest your feet, refill your bottle and recharge your phone at Central City Library!

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Exhibition: The Love of Indian Cinemas at Diwali Over the Years


Dates: 8 - 24 Oct

Venue: Ground Floor Exhibition Space


Explore the vibrant connection between Diwali and Bollywood in this special exhibition. Featuring iconic film posters and stories, discover how cinema became a beloved part of Diwali tradition from festive theatre outings to blockbuster releases. Presented in collaboration with Forum Films NZ Ltd.


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Diwali Storytime Venue: Children Area


Dates: Saturday 11 October, 11:00 – 11:30pm

Venue: Ground Floor Children Area 


Join us for a special Diwali edition of Storytime, where children will be treated to enchanting Indian folktales that celebrate culture, kindness and festive joy.




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Saree Draping Workshop


Dates: Saturday 11 October, 2 - 3pm

Venue: Ground Floor Makerspace 


Discover the elegance of the saree in this hands-on Diwali workshop led by Sneha Nitin Saini, fashion stylist and entrepreneur. Learn traditional and modern draping styles, try them yourself and go in the draw to win double passes to a new Bollywood blockbuster!




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Sounds of India: Raga & Rhythm Youth Band  


Dates: Saturday 11 October, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Venue: Ground Floor Event Space


Celebrate Diwali with a vibrant concert of Indian music, blending Raga, folk, devotional and Bollywood styles. Performed by the talented Raga & Rhythm Youth Band, this showcase features sitars, violins, and tabla in a joyful fusion of North and South Indian traditions.



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Sounds of India: Raga & Basant Madhur Ensemble 


Dates: Sunday 12 October, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Venue: Ground Floor Event Space


Celebrate Diwali with the acclaimed Basant Madhur Ensemble, featuring three generations of Indian classical musicians. Enjoy a one-hour performance of tabla, sitar, violin, and harmonium in a joyful blend of tradition and innovation.



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Nokshi Kotha: Communal Embroidery Workshop


Dates: Sunday 12 October, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Venue: Maker Space


Take a mindful pause this Diwali with Nokshi Kotha, a communal embroidery workshop inspired by Bengali tradition. No experience needed—drop in anytime to stitch your story into a shared quilt, guided by artists in a calm, welcoming space.



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Colouring Calm: Mandala Art for All


Dates: 11 and 12 October, All Day

Venue: Children's Area


Celebrate the spirit of Diwali through colour and calm with our self-guided Mandala Colouring activity. All are warmly invited to participate, and all materials are provided.




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Honey Cafe Presents: The HONEY Aloo Tikki Burger


Dates: 7 - 23 October

Venue: Honey Cafe CBD

Cost: $22


For the very first time, Honey Cafe is bringing a festive twist to the menu – introducing the HONEY Aloo Tikki Burger 🍔🌱. Pair this burger with a hot indian chai latte for just $22 only at Honey Cafe CBD. 


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