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Rise The Wicked, Danny Rascal + Rancho Mirage

Sat, Jul 26

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Ding Dong Lounge

A night of rock and metal with Waikato legends Rise the Wicked making the trip up to Auckland to bring the heat. Catch them live with support from Danny Rascal and Rancho Mirage.

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Rise The Wicked, Danny Rascal + Rancho Mirage
Rise The Wicked, Danny Rascal + Rancho Mirage

Time & Location

Jul 26, 2025, 8:00 PM – Jul 27, 2025, 12:00 AM

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

Ticket Details

  • Early Bird

    NZ$10.00

    +NZ$1.50 GST

    +NZ$0.29 ticket service fee

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    NZ$15.00

    +NZ$2.25 GST

    +NZ$0.43 ticket service fee

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HAPPY HOURS

7–8PM and 12–1AM
Discounted house drinks during both sessions.
Ask our bar staff for details

FOOD MENU ALL NIGHT

Korean fried chicken
Jalapeño & cheese bites
Curly fries
…and plenty more late‑night fuel right through till close.

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