See the world from a new perspective.

Breathe | Mauri Ora illuminates the hidden forces surrounding us, revealing the sublime through sensory journeys beyond our everyday perception. Step inside these incredible digital artworks, lose yourself and connect with nature, from the roots of rainforest trees to the rhythm of your own breath.

On at Te Papa for a limited time only, runs until 27 April.

Full details online at tepapa.nz/breathe

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Slide into the weekend with a rotating cast of the city’s finest selectors, this week with Mikki D. From golden-hour grooves in the courtyard to late-night floor shakers, expect a soundtrack that moves seamlessly from dinner plates to dance moves. you’re guaranteed global flavours, deep cuts, and feel-good rhythms to get you jumping, grooving, and starting your weekend off just right! Cuba St Tavern at 7pm and its free for your listening pleasure! ...

Join curators Aaron Lister and Chelsea Nichols for one last look at Blood Is Thicker, where artist Jason Greig’s darkly luminous monoprints and paintings commune with their gothic ancestors—Goya, Redon, Kollwitz, Doré, Rops, and others, drawn from a private collection of 18th- and 19th-century masterpieces.

These works reveal a rich gothic lineage where printer’s ink flows like blood through art history’s veins—spanning centuries and reaching from Europe’s Old Masters to Aotearoa’s own dark imagination. 

In this tour curators Aaron Lister and Chelsea Nichols will walk you through the exhibition, telling you the stories behind the artworks and the weird and wonderful people who have collected them.

Final Weekend Curators' Talk: Blood is Thicker

Saturday 18 April, 11am

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Deva Mahal live at Meow Nui this Saturday the 18th of April.

Born with the blues in her blood, Deva has forged a rare blend of masterful songwriting, breathtaking vocal talent, and soulful production. Her ability to convey both profound joy and deep sorrow through her lyrical and melodic compositions often leaves audiences moved to tears and overflowing with emotion.

Now New Zealanders will have the chance to be the first in the world to celebrate FUTURE CLASSIC VOL ll: FUTURE with Deva and her band. Don’t miss the chance to catch this powerhouse up-close-and-personal in a city or town near you!

Get your tickets now from ticketek.co.nz

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Every month, ahead of the Songwriters' Showcase concerts in the evening, Moon and Songs6021 are excited to be hosting Songwriters' open mics!

These sessions are solely for folk to perform their own original songs. Regardless of whether you are a "newbie" taking your first steps beyond your bedroom, or an “old hand” wanting to test drive new material, or just get some “open wicket practice”, this is the open mic for you.

Performers at the open mic get discounted $10 entry to the songwriters showcase at 7pm (regular price $15). Entry to the open mic is free!

This month's showcase is featuring Wellington legend Bill Lake, along with David Harris, and newcomer ENNIA.

Sunday, 19th April, 4pm, tickets via Eventfinda.co.nz

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From the 'people' who brought you Quizametimbers - Extremely unpleasant and distressing - there's a new game show in town, called Game Show... Coming to you once a month at Moon Bar in Newtown!

Hosted by Vorn Colgan & Louis Tait

Thursday, 23 April, 7pm, Koha entry, tickets via UTR

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Electrifying Pōneke dancefloors and radio waves since the nineties, the Jewel School airs every Saturday night 7-9pm on RadioActive.FM and is a proper local institution.

Now DJs Zen, Longboss, Dan Aikido, Mikki Dee, and DJ Name are bringing their record crates to Vogelmorn for a family friendly dog friendly eclectic fun day rave Upstairs at Vogelmorn.

Winner of He Tohu Kahurangi o te Pāhotanga ki a RadioActive / Outstanding Achievement in Broadcasting Award at the 2025 Aotearoa Alternative Awards.

25 April from 5pm, Vogelmorn Upstairs, Entry by koha.

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See the long weekend in with style at the Jewel School Social Club.

On Saturday 25 April, Zen, Longboss, Dan Aikido, Mikki Dee, and DJ Name are bringing their record crates up the hill to the Vogelmorn Bowling Club for a dog-friendly all-ages day rave and live to air broadcast on RadioActive.FM!

All styles versatile selectors for the whole whānau. If you can't make it down in person tune in online or via 88.6FM

Fried chicken and lychee iced tea courtesy of the Habibi Food Truck.

The Jewel School Social Club. Entry by koha. ...