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Giant Jenga Competition hosted by Gary Dooley

Wed, Oct 30

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Ding Dong Lounge

Giant Jenga Competition, hosted by Gary Dooley

Giant Jenga Competition hosted by Gary Dooley
Giant Jenga Competition hosted by Gary Dooley

Time & Location

Oct 30, 2024, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM

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

More Details

Giant Jenga Competition, hosted by Jesse Shields


First Prize: $50 Cash

Second Prize: $50 Tab - to spend on the night

Minimum 8 players required.

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About Ding Dong Lounge

Ding Dong Lounge is Auckland's dedicated rock bar and live music venue, featuring two spaces: Ding Dong Lounge downstairs and Dead Witch upstairs.

  • 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland CBD

  • R18 venue

  • Food available all night

Food & Drinks

Grab a bite before, during or after the show. Our kitchen is open all night, serving crowd favourites including Korean Fried Chicken, Curly Fries and more.

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Happy Hours

  • 7pm–8pm

  • 12am–1am

Our commitment to a safe venue

​Ding Dong Lounge and Dead Witch are committed to creating a respectful environment free from harassment, intimidation, unwanted sexual behaviour, discrimination and violence. If you experience or witness behaviour that makes you uncomfortable, please speak to our Duty Manager.

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Read our full Safe & Respectful Venue Policy

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