Best Venues For Live Music In Auckland New Zealand

As the most populous area in New Zealand, comprising 32 percent of the total population, the music venues in Auckland vary from small regional hidden treasures that host local upcoming bands to big venues that offer their stage to internationally renowned artists. Below are our top five picks.

1. Powerstation

Music Venue

With nearly 30 years of live music history, Powerstation is the most celebrated music venue in Auckland. Located at the top of Mt Eden Road, this venue has hosted, and continues to do so, the world’s biggest names, such as The Beastie Boys, The Ramones, Soundgarden, The Pixies, Radiohead and The National. In a two-level floorspace, which is spacious enough to not get stuffy when crowded but is still cozy when it is not so busy, Powerstation retains a good balance as a middle-sized venue. Tickets for all shows can be found through Ticketmaster.

2. The Civic

Theater, Building, Cinema, Theatre

The Civic opened its doors for the first time in 1929 but after a major renovation, it took its current form in 2000. As one of the last Atmospheric Theaters globally, this venue offers a unique experience to the audience where lights create the illusion of an open sky complete with falling stars. Originally it was built as a cinema hall but after its renovation by Auckland City Council, The Civic now hosts all kinds of events, from live music to theater and movie screenings. Some of the names that’ve been on the list are Bob Dylan, Roberta Flack, Elaine Page, The Seekers and more.