Events

African Drumming FEAT. Epizo Bangoura

NEXT: TUESDAY, 10 NOVEMBER 2026 — Learn West African rhythms with Jimi Dale, 6:15–8:15pm.

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Taboo Club presents Things Women Don’t Usually Say Out Loud

THURSDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2026 — Join a small, confidential room where women talk about relationships, bodies, desire and more.

LIVE MUSIC

Reggae Republic #11

FRIDAY, 13 NOVEMBER – Stoking the Earth-strong reggae fire in Aotearoa!

LIVE MUSIC

Tangerine Steeze Presents: SWAMP CITY

SATURDAY, 14 NOVEMBER — Tangerine Steeze brings bass, grooves and burner energy to The Button Factory. 8pm–2am.

ART

Exhibition Opening: 24 Hour Art Marathon

SUNDAY, 15 NOVEMBER — Celebrate the 24 Hour Art Marathon artists with an exhibition opening and documentary screening. 7pm. Free entry.

LIVE MUSIC

Flourish [LIVE]

FRIDAY, 20 NOVEMBER — A live music & film experience

REGULAR

Members Film Night

SUNDAY, 22 NOVEMBER 2026 — A gathering for members to unwind and connect from 6pm. Film followed by discussion.

DANCE WORKSHOP

Creative Bones – Dance & Flow

TUESDAY, 24 NOVEMBER — Find your creative flow and self-expression through movement, music and group inspiration. 7pm. Tickets from $15.

LIVE MUSIC

BLEND Electro-Acoustic Jam

WEDNESDAY, 25 NOVEMBER — Blend is an electro - acoustic jam public event at the Button Factory welcoming both live electronic artists and instrumentalists on stage for a full improvised performance.

SHOW

George Fenn: The Sexy Ghost of Xmas Boy

THURSDAY, 26 NOVEMBER — George Fenn brings interactive clown, burlesque and Christmas comedy to The Button Factory. 7:30–8:30pm. R18.

EXHIBITION

Andy Turner Exhibition

FRIDAY, 27 NOVEMBER — Andy Turner brings a new exhibition of paintings to The Button Factory

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PARTY

3 cities, 3 nights. AKL

SATURDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2026 — Four live, laptop-free sets built in real time with synths, drum machines and vinyl support.

EXPERIENCE

A Feast Of Folk And Joy

SATURDAY, 28 NOVEMBER — Epizo Bangoura, Alice Sea, Na’amah and The O’Connors. Indoor market 2–6pm; live music until 10pm at Auckland Old Folks Association, 8 Gundry Street.

EXHIBITION

The Cheek! Art Exhibition

SUNDAY, 29 NOVEMBER — [Exhibition] A burst of bright colour, playful energy and cheekiness

WORKSHOP

Introduction to Tantra with Amandeep & Valeska

MONDAY, 30 NOVEMBER — Explore Tantra through discussion and practical exercises with Amandeep and Valeska. No prior experience needed.

REGULAR

Weekly Taiji

WEDNESDAY, Weekly — Join us for a class of Taiji. We will be using this ancient art to explore movement and offering another angle on how you can approach life.

REGULAR

Sewciety

EVERY MONDAY — Every week a sewing community gather to

WORKSHOP

Re-connect Contact Movement Workshop

THURSDAY, 3 DECEMBER — Explore contact improvisation with Grace Woollett through movement, listening and play. All backgrounds welcome.

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WORKSHOP

Tantra & Energy – An afternoon of embodiment, energy & connection

SUNDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2026 — Explore your own energy through simple somatic exercises, breathwork and gentle partner practices.

REGULAR

The Button Campfires

NEXT: TUESDAY, 10 NOVEMBER 2026 — Weekly online campfires, 3–4:30pm, and shared gatherings for our creative community.

REGULAR

Yoga Aotearoa

REGULAR CLASSES — A New Yoga Studio Opening in July.

LIVE MUSIC

Deep Fried Dub & Lady Killawatt

FRIDAY, 18 DECEMBER — Aotearoa Dubwise presents Deep Fried Dub & Lady Killawatt performing live.

PARTY

Sumthin’ Fresh + Wild | NYE 26/27

THURSDAY, 31 DECEMBER 2026 — Sumthin’ Fresh + Wild brings two levels of house and bass to The Button Factory. Dance into 2027, 8pm–3am.

REGULAR

Dojo

FRIDAYS (fortnightly) — Live DJ's, Networking, Open-Mic & Live Performance. Free entry. Alcohol-free. All ages. Family-friendly. LGBTQIA+ inclusive.

EXHIBITION

Exhibition: If By Some Magic

A playful exhibition by Edna & Yuli Heled (mother & daughter), with special photos by Joseph. Art, stories, and a touch of rhyme—celebrate creativity this Mother’s Day

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African Drumming FEAT. Epizo Bangoura

Taboo Club presents Things Women Don’t Usually Say Out Loud

Reggae Republic #11

Tangerine Steeze Presents: SWAMP CITY

Exhibition Opening: 24 Hour Art Marathon

Flourish [LIVE]

Members Film Night

Creative Bones – Dance & Flow

BLEND Electro-Acoustic Jam

George Fenn: The Sexy Ghost of Xmas Boy

Andy Turner Exhibition

3 cities, 3 nights. AKL

A Feast Of Folk And Joy

The Cheek! Art Exhibition

Introduction to Tantra with Amandeep & Valeska

Weekly Taiji

Sewciety

Re-connect Contact Movement Workshop

Tantra & Energy – An afternoon of embodiment, energy & connection

The Button Campfires

Yoga Aotearoa

Deep Fried Dub & Lady Killawatt

Sumthin’ Fresh + Wild | NYE 26/27

Dojo

Exhibition: If By Some Magic

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