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The August Onslaught

Fri, Aug 07

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Ding Dong Lounge

The August Onslaught merges thrash aggression, nu‑metal heaviness, and dark post‑punk mood into a shadow‑drenched Friday night at Dead Witch, offering Auckland’s underground a heavy, immersive release of noise and intensity.

The August Onslaught
The August Onslaught

Time & Location

Aug 07, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM

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

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Auckland’s heavy and alternative underground erupts upstairs at Dead Witch (Ding Dong Lounge) this Friday with The August Onslaught, a three‑band showcase spanning thrash, hardcore and dark post‑punk. A night built for those who crave volume, intensity and the shadow‑leaning edge of the city’s live‑music scene.


Charlie's Vendetta — Thrash Metal / Death Metal

Mere — Nu‑Metal / Hardcore

Anarchy In Eden — Post‑Punk / Gothic Rock


Ticketing

$5 Early Bird Presales — Monday Only


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Ticket Details

  • General Admission

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    Aug 07, 8:30 PM

    NZ$10.00

    GST included

  • Early Bird

    NZ$5.00

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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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