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Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition Grand Final

Sat, Nov 29

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Ding Dong Lounge

Four bands. One shot. After months of packed rooms and rising pressure, the Grand Final delivers sharpened sets, wild energy, and $11K in prizes. This is the underground at full tilt.

Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition Grand Final
Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition Grand Final

Time & Location

Nov 29, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Ding Dong Lounge, 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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After four heats and two semi-finals, the final four bands have emerged—each one battle-tested, crowd-proven, and ready to claim the spotlight. This is the culmination of months of momentum, connection, and scene-defining performances. The stakes? A prize pool worth over $11,000, built to launch the winning band’s next chapter.


Expect sharpened sets, fierce energy, and a crowd that knows they’re witnessing something special. From indie charm to progressive metal complexity, grunge grit to kung fu theatrics—this lineup is the underground at its absolute peak!


Noah Nite (Indie Rock)

Noah Nite bring melodic charm and indie rock sensibilities to the stage. With catchy hooks, thoughtful lyrics, and an infectious energy, they have a way of drawing the crowd in while keeping the intensity high.


Blossom (Grunge / Pop Punk)

Blossom channel gritty grunge textures and high-energy pop punk spirit into every performance. With infectious choruses, driving rhythms, and a stage presence…


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    Access to Dead Witch and Ding Dong Lounge

    NZ$15.00

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    Nov 29, 8:00 PM

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    NZ$20.00

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