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Matariki Makarauna

Fri, Jul 10

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Ding Dong Lounge

Aotearoa’s newest public holiday, turned all the way up — Matariki Makarauna brings metal, punk, rap and dance together for a loud, different, full‑vibe new year. Nau mai, whānau.

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Matariki Makarauna
Matariki Makarauna

Time & Location

Jul 10, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM

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

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Matariki’s here, and we’re celebrating the country’s newest public holiday the Ding Dong way.... loud, different and stacked with artists who actually represent the sound of Tāmaki. Metal, punk, rap, dance tunes… it’s all in the mix for a proper Aotearoa new year.


Featuring live sets at Dead Witch from: Bottom Of The Barrel • Kully • 2Brew • Raru • Emcea • Swizl Jager


Kick off your night with Happy Hour from 7–8PM, or if you're not in until later, the late Happy Hour is from 12–1AM. House drink discounts both sessions — just ask the bar crew.


Food’s running all night: Korean fried chicken, jalapeño & cheese bites, curly fries and more straight from the bar.


If you’re doing Dry July, or you just don’t drink, we’ve got plenty of non‑alcoholic options ready to go: Pals 0% • Heineken Beer Lager Non Alcoholic • Bach Brewing All Day…


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    NZ$10.00

    GST included

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    NZ$15.00

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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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