Celebrate the magic of the season in Massey East with our detailed event guide. From residents to tourists, this guide is your gateway to the holiday wonders of Massey East.
Popular events are sure to light up your festive spirit! Experience the stirring musical journey of the Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6), where the ethereal compositions will reverberate through the venue, enchanting attendees. A Very Tasty Christmas 2024 offers a delightful blend of culinary treats and festive cheer, showcasing local flavours and seasonal delicacies. And the Browns Bay Xmas Art and Craft Market – Auckland Mama Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring handcrafted gifts and artisanal goods perfect for your holiday shopping. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Massey East
- Bach Musica NZ presents Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6) (Auckland)
- A Very Tasty Christmas 2024 (Auckland)
- Browns Bay Xmas Art and Craft Market - Auckland Mama Market (Auckland)
- Coastal Christmas Market (Beachlands)
- Santa Photos (Auckland)
- Christmas with Cantorum (Auckland)
- Smith & Caughey's Christmas Shoppe (Auckland)
- Santa's Enchanted Forest 2024 (Auckland)
- Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations (New Lynn)
- BeautyEQ Long Lunch in The Living Room at Park Hyatt (Auckland)
See these and even more events listed below!
Massey East Holiday Markets and Shopping
A Very Tasty Christmas 2024
What to Expect:
Unique blend of gourmet food, artisan gifts, and live entertainment.
Description:
A Very Tasty Christmas in Auckland offers a premier festive foodie experience with gourmet food, artisan gifts, live music, and kids' activities, making it a one-stop-shop for all things festive.
Where: Auckland | More Info: A Very Tasty Christmas 2024
Browns Bay Xmas Art and Craft Market - Auckland Mama Market
What to Expect:
Unique gifts from local artisans with live music and face painting.
Description:
Join us at Browns Bay Xmas Art and Craft Market, where you can browse beautiful products from local artisan makers. Enjoy live music and face painting for the kids while shopping for unique gifts. The event is held alongside the Santa Parade at Browns Bay Plaza.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Browns Bay Xmas Art and Craft Market - Auckland Mama Market
Coastal Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Live music by local indie-folk artist Katelyn Danielle.
Description:
The Coastal Christmas Market is a local artisan market featuring handmade treasures and live music by Indie/Folk artist Katelyn Danielle. Enjoy a curated selection of unique items in a stunning waterfront venue.
Where: Beachlands | More Info: Coastal Christmas Market
Smith & Caughey's Christmas Shoppe
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday shopping experience with unique festive items.
Description:
Smith & Caughey's Christmas Shoppe offers a stunning range of festive ornaments, decorative Santas, and more, perfect for enhancing your holiday decor.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Smith & Caughey's Christmas Shoppe
Massey East Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Bach Musica NZ presents Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6)
What to Expect:
World-class choral and orchestral performance of Bach's timeless masterpiece.
Description:
Celebrate the festive season with Bach Musica NZ's performance of Bach's Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6). This event features NZ's leading combined choral and orchestral ensemble, conducted by Music Director Rita Paczian, and joined by vocal soloists Joanna Foote (soprano), Stephen Diaz (counter-tenor), Andrew Grenon (tenor), and Jonathan Eyers (bass). The performance is a continuation of the famous Christmas piece, which has been performed all over the world for centuries.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Bach Musica NZ presents Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6)
Christmas with Cantorum
What to Expect:
Sacred music concert with Vivaldi's Gloria.
Description:
Christmas with Cantorum is a celebration of the holiday season featuring a repertoire of sacred music, including Vivaldi's Gloria, in a special concert.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Christmas with Cantorum
Auckland Brick Show 2024
What to Expect:
Unique LEGO displays and activities for all ages.
Description:
The Auckland Brick Show 2024 is an annual LEGO exhibition featuring a theme of EXPLORERS. The event includes a brand new activities area, treasure hunts, and an all-new school competition, showcasing amazing displays of all shapes and sizes.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Auckland Brick Show 2024
Massey East Other Holiday Activities
Santa Photos
What to Expect:
Interactive Christmas experience with Santa and festive decorations.
Description:
Meet Santa Claus in a cozy cottage surrounded by twinkling plush green Christmas trees. Follow the reindeer footprints through the Snow Garden and enjoy a keepsake family photo and collectible Christmas Tree Bauble gift.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Santa Photos
Santa's Enchanted Forest 2024
What to Expect:
Interactive Christmas experience with Santa and festive activities.
Description:
Explore Smith & Caughey's iconic Queen Street department store to meet Santa Claus and his elves in a festive setting filled with twinkling plush green trees and the North Pole Express. Each child receives a collectible Christmas tree bauble and a keepsake photo with Santa.
Where: Auckland | More Info: Santa's Enchanted Forest 2024
BeautyEQ Long Lunch in The Living Room at Park Hyatt
What to Expect:
Luxurious long lunch with fashion shows and beauty innovations.
Description:
Join us at Park Hyatt Auckland for a luxurious long lunch featuring two fashion shows, the latest beauty innovations, and a leisurely meal with a goodie bag valued at $200. Enjoy a glass of Piper-Heidsieck champagne on arrival and two glasses of wine served with lunch.
Where: Auckland | More Info: BeautyEQ Long Lunch in The Living Room at Park Hyatt
Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations
What to Expect:
Practical tips for reducing food waste and creating eco-friendly gifts.
Description:
Learn handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period, including ideas for waste-free gifts.
Where: New Lynn | More Info: Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Massey (1 miles)
- Avondale (6 miles)
- New Lynn (7 miles)
- North Shore (7 miles)
- Auckland (8 miles)
- Remuera (10 miles)
- Mangere (14 miles)
- Mangere East (15 miles)
- Papatoetoe (16 miles)
- Otara (16 miles)
- Manukau City (18 miles)
- Manurewa (19 miles)
- Takanini (22 miles)
- Papakura (24 miles)
- Pukekohe East (31 miles)