Looking for things to do this month in Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, or Mount Maunganui? From spy missions and Halloween parties, to Taylor Swift album release celebrations, there’s always something happening across Star Group’s 50+ bars, pubs, restaurants, and event spaces.
Feast Through Five Courses at the Italian Long Lunch
Every Friday & Saturday
All Goode Brothers Locations
Long lunch, Italian style. Gather your crew for five indulgent courses. Think pasta tossed right at your table, tiramisu scooped fresh, and plenty of flavours to share. At just $49pp, it’s a feast designed for fun, hands-on dining, and a lively, social vibe. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply a weekend well spent.
Brunch Big at the Taylor Swift Album Release
Saturday 4 October
Flamingo Joe's, Wellington
Swifties, this one’s for you. Flamingo Joes is throwing a brunch party to celebrate Taylor’s brand new album, complete with drag performances and a DJ spinning her biggest hits. Make friendship bracelets, sip on brunch cocktails, and belt out the lyrics together. This is the ultimate fan-fuelled brunch, don’t miss it!
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Dress Beige for the Beige Day Out
Saturday 4 October
Latitude 37, Mount Maunganui
Celebrate 20 years of T20 cricket with a day out that’s anything but ordinary. The ACC will deliver their trademark offbeat commentary as NZ takes on Australia, complete with drinks specials, live music, and a crowd decked out in beige. Expect big laughs, banter, and a match experience like no other. Beige gear highly encouraged.
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Raise a Stein at Oktoberfest
Saturday 4 October
Sweat Shop, Auckland
Pull on your lederhosen and get amongst Auckland’s biggest Bavarian celebration. From live bands and DJs to a German-inspired feast and steins bigger than your head, Oktoberfest at Sweat Shop is all about the party vibes. Free entry, giant tables, and prizes for the best dressed, it’s a Saturday afternoon for the books.
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Knee Slap at Tequilaughs Comedy Show
Saturday 4 October
Rosie's Red-Hot Cantina, Auckland Viaduct
Get ready for a night where comedy meets tequila. Hosted by Tim Batt and featuring some of the country’s funniest stand-ups, this show is stacked with laughs and flavour. Your $29 ticket includes two tequila drinks, tasty nibbles, and a lineup of comics guaranteed to keep you entertained all night. Gather your mates, sip, snack, and let the good times roll.
Toast 150 Years at Empire Tavern
Saturday 18 October
Empire Tavern
Step into history and help us celebrate one of Auckland’s oldest pubs turning 150. Empire Tavern is throwing a party with something for everyone! Live bands covering Kiwi favourites, DJs spinning late into the night, flash tattoos, drink specials, and plenty of atmosphere. Whether you book a table or just drop in, this milestone night is set to go down in history.
Crack Codes at Spy in the Wild
Wednesday 23 October
The Green Man Pub
Wine, canapés, and covert missions collide at Spy in the Wild. Armed with six Spy Valley wines, six chef-crafted bites, and a sealed envelope of clues, your team will need to solve puzzles and decode messages in this immersive tasting experience. Expect lasers, special effects, and plenty of intrigue for just $59pp. Gather your crew and step into a night of mystery and flavour.
Get Spooky at Loosies Halloween Party
Friday 21 October
Loosies Superette
Smoke, shadows, and spooky beats take over the Saloon this Halloween. With DJs spinning twisted mixes all night long, Loosies is going full throttle on the eerie vibes. Costumes are highly encouraged, the wilder, the better, with plenty of rewards for those who go all out. A late-night Halloween bash not for the faint-hearted...
Party It Up at Basalt's Rooftop Halloween Bash
Friday 21 October
Basalt, Auckland
Take your Halloween to new heights at Basalt’s rooftop party. Expect cocktails, DJ beats, and a costume contest with prizes for the best dressed. Free entry means more reason to gather your crew and let loose. No tricks here, just a night of spooky fun.
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