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Tool Unofficial Pre-Show Warm-Up

Sat, Nov 22

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Ding Dong Lounge

Tool Pre-Show Warm-Up hits Ding Dong Lounge Sat Nov 22 from 4PM. Free entry, DJ Drew Bang, cold drinks, $40 booth deal with food. R18. No singalongs. No casuals. Just tension.

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Tool Unofficial Pre-Show Warm-Up
Tool Unofficial Pre-Show Warm-Up

Time & Location

Nov 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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

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Before Spark Arena fills with distortion, dread, and transcendence, Ding Dong Lounge is where the warm-up begins.


From 4PM, we’re pouring cold ones and spinning tracks that echo Tool’s shadow — heavy, deliberate, and built for those who know the difference between “The Pot” and “Prison Sex.” DJ Drew Bang will be on deck with alt-metal, progressive rock, and deep cuts that set the tone. No fluff. No filler. Just tension and anticipation.


No cover charge. No distractions. Just loud music, good food, and a crowd that gets it.


Want a guaranteed booth for your crew?

Book a $40 booth and get 4 food items of your choice for the table. That’s over $60 of value, and it guarantees you a seat in the booth before the arena gates open. Booths must be occupied before 6PM or your reservation may be released.


Menu options include:


Ticket Details

  • Warm-Up Booth Bundle

    Includes a reserved booth for you and your mates plus four food items. Booths comfortably fit four, but you can definitely squeeze in a few more and pull up stools if needed. Booths must be occupied before 6PM or your reservation may be released. $60+ value for $40.

    NZ$40.00

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  • Warm-Up Large Booth Bundle

    Includes a reserved booth for you and your mates plus four food items. This booth comfortably fits six, but you can definitely squeeze in a few more and pull up stools if needed. Booths must be occupied before 6PM or your reservation may be released. $60+ value for $40.

    NZ$40.00

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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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