Hi Westie,

St Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and Ramadan is nearing its end. These are two great reasons for a proper feast and a good catch-up with friends and family.

So this week we’ve pulled together a St Patrick’s special with the best spots, events, and excuses to get out around West Auckland. Whether it’s a pint, live music, or just somewhere good to eat, there’s plenty happening locally.

Let’s get into it.

In today’s edition:

— Adrian Domingo

No holidays this week or the next!

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Events marked with ($) require a ticket in advance. Please click on the RSVP links to check them out before going.

St Patrick’s Weekend at Workshop | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Workshop Bar, Kelston | RSVP
Live band, green cocktails, Jameson specials and a best-dressed competition.

St Patrick’s Day at Swanson RSA | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Swanson RSA | RSVP
Pints and Live Music

ST PATRICKS DAY AT PINS & PINTS | 6:00 PM–11:00 PM, Tue 17 Mar
📍 199 Lincoln Rd, Henderson | RSVP
St Paddy’s food and drink specials plus unlimited bowling deals.

Celtic Woodcraft Evening – St Patrick’s Day | 6:00 PM–8:30 PM, Tue 17 Mar ($)
📍 The ReCreators Green Space, Massey | RSVP
Create a Celtic-inspired woodcraft piece using reclaimed kauri.

Bilingual Rhymetime | 10:30 AM–11:00 AM, Wed 11 Mar
📍 Waitākere Central Library, Henderson | RSVP
Songs, stories and movement for pēpi and tamariki aged 0–5.

Kids Learn to Ride | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Edmonton School, Te Atatū South | RSVP
Free bike skills session for kids aged 2–13.

FREE Silent Disco Adventures: Time Travel | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Shelter Reserve, Greenhithe | RSVP
Interactive kids adventure with music, riddles and silent disco headphones.

FREE Messy Play – Messy Rainbows | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 Margaret Griffen Park | RSVP
Colourful sensory play stations for toddlers and preschoolers.

Family Storytime | 10:30 AM–11:00 AM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 New Lynn Library | RSVP
Stories and songs for whānau with young children.

Makerspace | 3:15 PM–4:15 PM, Mon 16 Mar
📍 Avondale Library | RSVP
Free after-school creative activities for kids.

Young Cosplayers Session | 4:30 PM–6:30 PM, Mon 16 Mar
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula | RSVP
Learn costume making and cosplay skills.

Rhymetime | 10:30 AM–11:00 AM, Mon 16 Mar
📍 New Lynn Library | RSVP
Music, rhymes and play for toddlers.

2026 Age Group & Open Swimming Championships | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Fri 13 Mar
📍 Henderson Aquatic Centre | RSVP
Regional competitive swimming event.

Kumeu Outlaws Lawn Mower Racing | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Kumeu Showgrounds | RSVP
Weekend lawn mower racing event at the Kumeu Show.

Bike Curious Festival | 3:00 PM–8:30 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Falls Park, Henderson | RSVP
Bike-powered festival with BMX shows, music and activities.

Ukulele Jam | 4:00 PM–5:00 PM, Fri 13 Mar
📍 New Lynn Library | RSVP
Beginner-friendly uke jam and singalong.

Create Workshop | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Kelston Community Hub | RSVP
Free casual art and making session.

Cosplay Maker Sessions | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM, Mon 16 Mar
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula | RSVP
Weekly meetup for costume and prop making.

Craigavon Park Hunt for the Golden Pīwakawaka | 7:00 AM–8:30 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Craigavon Park, Blockhouse Bay | RSVP
Family geocaching adventure with nature challenges.

Kumeu Show | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar - Sun 15 Mar
📍 Kumeu Showgrounds | RSVP
Enjoy two action-packed days of rides, entertainment, animals, food, competitions, and classic country fun.

The Village Market Helensville Showgrounds | 8:30 AM–1:00 PM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 Helensville A&P Showgrounds | RSVP
A great variety of stalls and market fun.

Henderson Valley Community Fun Day & Market| 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Carey Park | RSVP
Market stalls, music students, pony rides, flying fox, slip n slide, waterhole & car show.

Free Babywearing Pop-in Advice Event | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Fri 13 Mar
📍 The Sleep Store Warehouse, Henderson Valley | RSVP
Drop-in advice from certified babywearing consultants.

Hopping Mad Market | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Te Atatū Peninsula | RSVP
Local handmade crafts and Easter-themed market.

Free Antenatal Condensed Class | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Sunnyvale | RSVP
One-day antenatal education session.

Babywearing Week Sip & Stroll | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Corban’s Estate Arts Centre | RSVP
Parent meet-up walk and babywearing celebration.

Waitākere Gardens Village Open Day | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Henderson | RSVP
Tours and refreshments at the retirement village.

WOC Ribbon Show & Yard Sale | 12:00 PM–3:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar ($)
📍 Whenuapai Community Hall | RSVP
Plant displays, orchid sales and gardening vendors.

Quiz Night for Mikayla | 5:30 PM–8:30 PM, Sat 14 Mar ($)
📍 McLeod Rd, Auckland | RSVP
Fundraiser quiz supporting MS treatment.

Ramadan Night Market | 7:30 PM–9:30 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 New Lynn Community Centre | RSVP
Halal food, cultural stalls and family activities.

Waitākere Holi Mela | 10:00 AM–4:30 PM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 The Trusts Arena | RSVP
Festival of colours with music, dance and food.

Piha Market | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 Piha Bowling Club | RSVP
Local produce, crafts, food and coastal market.

Rosebank Swapmeet & Display | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sun 15 Mar ($)
📍 Rosebank Speedway | RSVP
Car and bike swapmeet supporting Hospice West Auckland.

$25 Pop-in Photo Day – New Lynn | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM, Mon 16 Mar ($)
📍 West Lynn Garden | RSVP
Quick portrait sessions for families and kids.

Make Friends Auckland Social Night | 8:00 PM–10:00 PM, Thu 12 Mar
📍 The Portland Public House | RSVP
International social meetup and language exchange.

Little Creatures Quiz Night | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM, Wed 11 Mar
📍 Little Creatures Brewery, Hobsonville | RSVP
Weekly trivia night.

Free French Jive Fusion Dance | 7:00 PM–8:30 PM, Wed 11 Mar
📍 New Lynn Community Centre | RSVP
Beginner-friendly social dance class.

Warriors Game Live on the Big Screen | 8:00 PM–10:00 PM, Fri 13 Mar
📍 Portage Rd, New Lynn | RSVP
Watch the Warriors game with drinks and bites.

Craft Services End of Summer Warehouse Party | 8:30 PM–11:30 PM, Sat 14 Mar ($)
📍 Rosebank Rd | RSVP
Dub warehouse party featuring Channel One Sound System (UK).

Wine Down Summer Series | 11:00 AM–6:30 PM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 The Hunting Lodge, Waimauku | RSVP
Vineyard lawn bar with DJs and food.

Social Sundays Dub Session | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sun 15 Mar
📍 Bethells Beach Café | RSVP
Beachside dub music and chill vibes.

Movies in Parks: Moana 2 | 4:30 PM–8:15 PM, Sat 14 Mar
📍 Luckens Reserve | RSVP
Outdoor movie night with pre-show entertainment.

Junior Level 1 Football Coaching Course | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM, Wed 11 Mar
📍 McLeod Rd, Auckland | RSVP
Training course for junior football coaches.

FREE Rheem Heat Pump Water Heater Training | 7:15 AM–10:00 AM, Thu 12 Mar
📍 Rosebank Rd, Avondale | RSVP
Hands-on technical training for plumbers and gasfitters.

RYDA Road Safety Workshop | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Thu 12 Mar
📍 The Trusts Arena | RSVP
Road safety education programme for Year 12 students.

Aquatic Biodanza Workshop | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, Sun 15 Mar ($)
📍 Massey High School | RSVP
Guided movement and relaxation workshop in warm water.

CM Westcity Yu-Gi-Oh OTS Championship | 6:30 PM–9:30 PM, Fri 13 Mar ($)
📍 Card Merchant Westcity | RSVP
Competitive trading card tournament.

Pokemon TCG Pre-Release Event | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, Sat 14 Mar ($)
📍 Card Merchant Westcity | RSVP
Play the newest Pokémon set before official release.

Chess Club | 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, Fri 13 Mar
📍 Avondale Library | RSVP
Casual chess games for all ages.

Live Wrestling – Rebirth | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM, Fri 13 Mar ($)
📍 Kelston Community Centre | RSVP
Local pro wrestling event kicking off the 2026 season.

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See you next week!

Adrian Domingo - Publisher | West Auckland Digest