Ding Dong Lounge is Auckland’s late‑night home for rock, drinks and live music. Downstairs brings DJs, cocktails, craft beer and a full food menu. Upstairs, Dead Witch hosts bands, comedy and special events.
They run original live music, DJ nights and rotating rock and alternative themes - goth, emo, punk, indie, 2000s rock and nu metal. Open late with two daily happy hours, Ding Dong Lounge is the city’s go‑to spot for gigs and after‑dark hangs.
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Saturday Sinners
Saturday Sinners returns with a fresh DJ lineup and a darker edge. Expect loud riffs, gritty anthems, and a night built for those who still worship chaos. Click here to learn more and to book your tickets.
Jam Night at Dead Witch
Every Thursday, Ding Dong Lounge opens the stage to anyone keen to play, listen, or just be part of the moment. It’s free to enter, free to watch, and free to jump on stage. Whether you’re solo, in a band, or just feeling inspired on the night, you’re welcome. Click here to learn more.
Dropout Comedy
Every Tuesday at 8.30PM, Dead Witch at Ding Dong Lounge hosts Dropout Comedy. Featuring a mix of first-time and experienced comedians, it's a night of raw, live, unpredictable stand-up comedy where anything can happen. Entry is free and R18. Booking is recommended, and everyone who books and arrives before 8.30PM goes in the draw to win a $75 dining voucher. Hosted weekly by Craig Westenberg or Thomas Chapman.
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Last updated:
28 July 2026
