Archived: Things to Do in Auckland on Queen's Birthday Weekend

3 - 5 June 2017

Make the most of the Queen's Birthday weekend with our list of top things to do in the central city.

Celebrate all things British, enjoy great food and take part in fun events and activities.

Queen's Birthday on Queens Wharf
3-5 June, 10am - 4pm at Shed 10

Celebrate Her Royal Highness' Birthday at a free three-day even at Shed 10. Queens Wharf will come alive with British music, culture food, history and a traditional English Carnival. Get your friends and family together for a fun-packed day out.  

Ortolana 

Head to Ortolana at Britomart for a relaxing lunch in a peaceful garden setting. Enjoy simple European dishes made from the freshest produce, much of it from the restaurant's own market garden. 

Killer Queens Double Feature

Spend some time with two queens of French cinema Jeanne Moreau and Catherine Deneuve at Academy Cinemas. The one-off double feature on 5 June includes The Bride Wore Black (1968) with Moreau and Repulsion (1965) with Deneuve. 

Miss Clawdy

A perfect place for a get-together with friends, Miss Clawdy serves delicious Central and South American dishes to share. Enjoy the flavoursome tacos, po' boys, Jambalaya and more while catching up and sharing a laugh.  

Doc Edge International Documentary Film Festival

Don't miss the last weekend of the Doc Edge Documentary Film Festival. Check out their thought-provoking documentaries before they're gone for good.   

Milse

End a busy day out with a perfect sweet treat from Milse. The intimate dessert bar offers indulgent three-course degustation options, a la carte desserts, gelato and gateau. 

Enjoy two hours of free parking or $5 evening and weekend rates. Find out more. Ride on public transport from as little as $2 each way. Find out more.
Last updated: 03 July 2017

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