Auckland

Nightlife

Auckland’s LGBTQ+ community thrives across K Road and Ponsonby, with a blend of nightlife, community centers, and Pride events. New Zealand’s progressive values and inclusive culture make Auckland a beacon of acceptance in the South Pacific.

A lively street party event as part of Auckland Pride Festival 2026.

Auckland Pride Festival

Out of the Gutter: Street Party

A vibrant street party celebrating LGBTQ+ community with music, dance, and entertainment.

TAPAC

Fresh Tease: A Beginner Burlesque Revue

A beginner burlesque show as part of the Auckland Pride Festival.

Te Atatū South Community Centre

Drag Bingo X Trinity Ice

Pride Pro Burlesque

A drag show featuring burlesque performances at TAPAC during the Auckland Pride Festival.

PROWL - Dance Theatre Performance + After Party. Tickets range from $18 - $25.

Raynham Park

PROWL Performances & Afterparty

A dance theatre performance followed by an after party.

The Trusts Arena

Volcanic City Rollers Pride Bout 2026

A roller derby match celebrating LGBTQ+ pride at The Trusts Arena.

Performer announcement for Taiaroa Royal as part of the Sunset Variety Show for #OutoftheGutter.

Beresford Square

Out of the Gutter

Strike a pose at the Parade of Heroes! Come dressed in outfits, costumes and adornments that showcase your most authentic self. Dust off your old Hero Festival looks. Re-wear your Pride classics. Honour the eras that shaped you. Walk the pink carpet. Show us your fabulousness.

Myers Park

Parade of Heroes

Elibra Fleur

A costume walk and celebration where people dress up to showcase their authentic selves and celebrate LGBTQ+ pride.

New Lynn Community Hub

A fun night of drag-themed bingo at the New Lynn Community Hub.

A dance theatre performance followed by an after-party as part of the Auckland Pride Festival.

A vibrant drag musical experience featuring six drag queens, dancers, music, comedy, and audience interaction. The show includes performances of iconic musical numbers from The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Mamma Mia!, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, and diva classics, along with Musical Bingo, prizes, singalongs, and surprises. Doors open at 6pm with DJ James, and the show runs from 7pm to approximately 10pm at Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen, Auckland. The event is suitable for celebrations, group outings, and camp nights filled with entertainment and socializing.

Queer Nightlife in Auckland

Today

Out of the Gutter: Street Party

Tomorrow

Out of the Gutter: Street Party

Fresh Tease: A Beginner Burlesque Revue

Friday, February 27, 2026

Drag Bingo X Trinity Ice

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Friday, February 27, 2026

Pride Pro Burlesque

PROWL Performances & Afterparty

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Volcanic City Rollers Pride Bout 2026

Out of the Gutter

Parade of Heroes

Drag Bingo X Trinity Ice

PROWL Performances & Afterparty

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Hey Felicia! A Drag Queen Musical

Monday, April 27, 2026

Caluzzi Drag Cabaret Night

Take Auckland's queer scene with you