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Kick Ons and Karaoke

Sun, May 31

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Ding Dong Lounge

Ding Dong Lounge and Dead Witch go late this Sunday with alt DJs, all‑night food, karaoke, prizes, and the perfect after‑event destination for anyone keeping the long‑weekend alive.

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Kick Ons and Karaoke
Kick Ons and Karaoke

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May 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – Jun 01, 2026, 4:00 AM

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

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Ding Dong Lounge and Dead Witch will be operating late this Sunday night in recognition of Monday’s public holiday for many Aucklanders. With multiple events happening across the city, the venue is preparing for a strong long‑weekend turnout and positioning itself as a central late‑night destination.


The main bar opens from 7pm, with Happy Hour running from 7–8pm and again from 12–1am. DJ Charlotte Gloom will be performing throughout the night, delivering a curated mix of alternative rock and genre‑spanning favourites that define the venue’s sound. Food will be available all night, giving guests the option to settle in early or recharge later in the evening.


Upstairs, Dead Witch will host Ding Dong Lounge Karaoke with Bendezu, with doors opening at 9:30pm and karaoke beginning at 10pm. To elevate the competition, the venue will award two $75 dining vouchers to standout singers before 11pm. These vouchers are to be used…


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About Ding Dong Lounge

Ding Dong Lounge is Auckland's dedicated rock bar and live music venue, with the main bar downstairs and Dead Witch upstairs.

  • 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland city centre

  • Open from 6pm

  • Happy Hour 6pm–8pm and 12am–1am

  • 3 min from Te Waihorotiu Station

  • R18 venue

Food & Drinks

Our kitchen is open all night, with Korean Fried Chicken, Curly Fries and more. Drinks are available throughout the night, with Happy Hour from 6pm–8pm and 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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