What's On in Grey Lynn and Auckland's Inner West
Our vibrant neighborhood has many community events.
Join a volunteer roles aligned with your interests.
Join a class at the Grey Lynn Community Centre or Tapac, our performing arts centre.
Socialise with local at hubs like the Grey Lynn RSC, The Surrey Hotel, Malt Bar and Frieda Margolis.
Play or watch some local sports at Western Springs Football Club and Ponsonby Rugby Club.
Enjoy easy access to family-friendly destinations such as the Auckland Zoo, MOTAT, and the scenic Western Springs park.
Ecological Restoration Groups
Grey Lynn Community Centre
Grey Lynn RSC
Te Rimu Tahi - Ponsonby Park
Community Events in the Inner West
Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, Arch Hill, Westmere
Grey Lynn Festival: Save the Date 22 November 2025
November 2025 and spring currently feels a long time away Nevertheless Grey Lynn Park Festival team is nin full swing planning another festival. Save the Date: SATURDAY 22nd NOVEMBER 2025 The Festival team are looking at introducing new and exciting elements into the festival this year in an effort to keep it varied and interesting.…
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Te RimuTahi – Social Dancing
Our new Ponsonby Civic Space, Te Rimutahi with its large covered wooden floor is perfect for dancing. Imagine people dancing together – just like they do in Europe? Music plays, people come and join in. We are taking from the tradition of European cities where public dancing in the square has been happening for centuries.…
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Te Rimutahi – History of Ponsonby’s new Civic Space
Te Rimutahi is the Māori name for the ridge that Ponsonby Road follows.The street has always been an important transport route. Translated the Lone Rimu Tree, references a significant tree which stood at the intersection of Ponsonby Road and Karangahape Road. Te Rimu Tahi is now the name of the new civic space located at 254…
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Predator Free Grey Lynn – Trapping Workshop
Have you heard of Predator Free 2050? “Imagine an Aotearoa New Zealand where our native species are safe from extinction and thriving alongside us… That’s why Predator Free 2050 is working towards eradication of three of our most damaging predators (rats, stoats, and possums) – and even in the city we have a role to…
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Te Rimutahi – Ponsonby’s new Civic Space Opening Event
After 12 years of advocacy work which began with a petition of over 1200 signatures calling for the retention of the entire site at 254 Ponsonby Road for the new civic space, followed by 10 years of work as the Community-Led Design Group (established by the Waitematā Local Board in 2015), the transformation of what…
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Grey Lynn RSC: Anzac Day 2025
Our Grey Lynn Returned Services Club, a stalwart of the community is buzzing with activity. Anzac Day is just a few days away. Very late, last Thursday night, after month’s of glorious summer weather, Auckland’s weather changed. A heavy thunderstorm was forecast as part of Cyclone Tam. During the night a section of the roof,…
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ReUse Market Free Table
You’ve got items gathering dust that could be a treasure for someone else? Fantastic! Our city centre ReUse market offers a simple and direct way for your pre-loved belongings to find a new home and continue their usefulness. We host a FREE table where local residents can generously give away items they no longer need…
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Clay Works 2025
Clay Works 2025 It’s nearly Mothers Day which means the nicely timed Clay Works is back for another year. Two days of awesome pottery for sale. Emerging and established NZ potters from Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond. The biggest pottery market in Aotearoa. Playground for the littlies. Something for everyone. 10am – 4pm both days …
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Bike Valet Shifts at Auckland Writers Festival
Bike Auckland – Auckland Writers’ Festival Bike Valet Shifts (May 17 & 18) Bike Auckland is looking for volunteers to help deliver the Bike Valet Service at the Auckland Writers Festival. Volunteering at Bike Valet is a great way to meet Bike Auckland crew, and connect with other keen cyclists using our Valet service. Valets…
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