EVENTS GUIDE

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THE VENUE IS R18 AFTER 8PM

ID WILL BE CHECKED AT THE DOOR ON GIG NIGHTS
this goes for anyone looking under 25 even if attending with parents, so make sure you have it :)

NO ID = NO ENTRY

ROCK EN'ROL
Sept
1
to 25 Oct

ROCK EN'ROL

ROCK’EN’ROL: Independent Music Venues unite to help get rangatahi/young adults enrolled to vote!

Events will be held throughout September and October 2026 at Independent Music Venues across Aotearoa.

This is important!! we have enrolment forms available, and pens and even addressed envelopes whenever we’re open


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HINA: DESCENDING DREAMS - the Duet tour with Dave Khan
Sept
13

HINA: DESCENDING DREAMS - the Duet tour with Dave Khan

We are delighted to welcome HINA - the creative mantle of Tāmaki Makaurau based artist and songwriter Amy Boroevich - back to the Mill in support of her shimmering, beautiful recent release Descending Dreams
With music beautifully weaving together folk, rock, soul, and reo Māori into a genre-fluid sound - this is a special show that you don’t want to miss - and with Dave Khan! that crazy talented multi instrumentalist needs no introduction to regular Mill gig goers

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OPEN DECK SESSIONS
Sept
25

OPEN DECK SESSIONS

Kinda like an open mic night - but with decks!!

Bring your vinyl and your mates make party at the Mill :)

Who knows who’ll pop up to start and end the night….

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LOUD & LOCAL
Oct
3

LOUD & LOCAL

ROCK EN'ROL ⚡LOUD & LOCAL
0800 Belly Up Primal A.D and Bad Neighbours
Come and kick off Spring with a bang, some wicked tunes and a great night at the Mill!

PERFECT TIMING to enrol to vote too!
There will be forms and pens and even self addressed envelopes at the door - and QR codes to use online forms too

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OPEN DECK SESSIONS
Oct
9

OPEN DECK SESSIONS

Kinda like an open mic night - but with decks!!

Bring your vinyl and your mates make party at the Mill :)

Who knows who’ll pop up to start and end the night….

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MIKE LOVE
Oct
11

MIKE LOVE

Straight from Hawaii, roots reggae singer-songwriter Mike Love returns with his internationally recognised one-man band show to the Mill

With celebrated Māori artist, activist, and "Queen of Loops" Māmā Mihirangi opening, its sure to be a very special gig

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ASH GRUNWALD
Nov
5

ASH GRUNWALD

Australia’s premier bluesman returns to NZ after sold out shows in 2025 Ash rocks the house yet touches the soul, serving a tsunami of dance, beats, roots, bass ‘n’ blues…


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CARNIVOROUS PLANT SOCIETY
Nov
22

CARNIVOROUS PLANT SOCIETY

Always a treat for our ears to explore and savour!
Helmed by multi-instrumentalist / composer / cartoonist Finn Scholes - Carnivorous Plant Society bring their cinematic jazz, psychedelic grooves, and richly imaginative soundscapes to the Mill once again - yay!

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OPEN DECK SESSIONS
Dec
11

OPEN DECK SESSIONS

Kinda like an open mic night - but with decks!!

Bring your vinyl and your mates make party at the Mill :)

Who knows who’ll pop up to start and end the night….

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BLACKSTRATBLUES + TOMATILLOS
Aug
8

BLACKSTRATBLUES + TOMATILLOS

HOLY HECKA we’re in for a goodie with night full of blues and rock n roll tunes; with a splash of country funk from TOMATILLOS

And some outstanding rock and blues with BLACKSTRATBLUES led by outstanding guitarist Warren Mendonsa

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GLENN SKUTHORPE (AUS)
Jul
9

GLENN SKUTHORPE (AUS)

We are stoked to have First Nations touring singer songwriter GLENN SKUTHORPE stop at the Mill as part of his Aotearoa tour

A powerful lyricist and composer - with an infusion of genres, vibes of dirty street blues to open plains & wide open skies

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WELLINGTON SEA SHANTY SOCIETY
Jul
4

WELLINGTON SEA SHANTY SOCIETY

Aotearoa New Zealand's Most 'Sea Worthy' Shanty Group™ have been belting out traditional and original sea songs from Aotearoa, France, Spain, the UK and more, since time immemorial (2012).

They will be playing new classics from their forthcoming EP 'Never Mind the Rowlocks' as well as your foamy favourites from the 'Sea Shanties of the 70s, 80s, & Today!' EP and their 'Now That's What I Call Sea Shanties' series.

DON’T MISS THIS ROLLICKING GOOD ARVO SHOW!

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BLACK COMET with Taylah
Jun
26

BLACK COMET with Taylah

BLACK COMET! We are stocked to welcome back the Multi-dimensional, galactic funk 5 piece founded by Ninja, Laughton Kora (Kora, L.A.B, Fly My Pretties) - come embark on a musical journey filled with infectious galactic grooves and feel-good vibes.

Equally excited for TAYLAH in support too!

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ÖOF TATATÁ
Jun
13

ÖOF TATATÁ

ÖOF TATATÁ is a high-energy rock powerhouse that deliver explosive live shows

Featuring Jason Momoa, Mike Hayes, and Kenny Dale the band brings a rare mix of star power, raw musicianship, and crowd-moving energy

SOLD OUT!

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ALEXANDR MISKO
May
15

ALEXANDR MISKO

NOW A STANDING SHOW The international guitar sensation brings his groundbreaking stage show to New Zealand shores for the very first time - we’re stoked to be a stop on his tour.

A mesmerizing display of technical brilliance and raw emotion.” Rolling Stone “A true guitar prodigy.” Guitar World

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NIKO NE ZNA
Apr
10

NIKO NE ZNA

Niko Ne Zna bring their explosive 9-piece world music experience to the Mill for one unforgettable night of rhythm, brass and dancefloor energy.

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SOLA ROSA | DJ Set
Mar
21

SOLA ROSA | DJ Set

We are stoked to have Spragga back at the Mill to play what's sure to be a fantastic set of - shapes on the dance floor - tunes!

Been a while - Sola Rosa Dj set - always a goodie
With support from lovely local LOW.SUN

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FABLES w FULL BAND
Feb
22

FABLES w FULL BAND

West Auckland Folk Band Fables produce a gentle and heartfelt indie-folk sound which could warm even the coldest of hearts - with a nice amount of grit in there too

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CASUAL HEALING - RANGATIRA TOUR
Feb
7

CASUAL HEALING - RANGATIRA TOUR

We are chuffed to welcome Nikau back to the Mill for a whanau friendly Waitangi weekend special.

Casual Healing’s goal is to create songs that “make people feel like they want to be better people” perfect vibes for an early evening of Kai and community

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LEIGH SAWMILL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Jan
18

LEIGH SAWMILL JAZZ FESTIVAL

Returning for its second year with hot new artists and some classic crowd favourites. The first fest pulsed and heaved with summery jazz energy and we've tweaked the format so it'll be even better this summer. It was a very hot ticket last year with capacity crowds for all sessions so don't sleep on this one!

The 2nd and final afternoon session with LOVE SQUARE is family friendly ~ kids under 12 free with a ticket holding guardian

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LEIGH SAWMILL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Jan
17

LEIGH SAWMILL JAZZ FESTIVAL

Returning for its second year with hot new artists and some classic crowd favourites. The first fest pulsed and heaved with summery jazz energy and we've tweaked the format so it'll be even better this summer. It was a very hot ticket last year with capacity crowds for all sessions so don't sleep on this one!

The afternoon session with JOE KAPTEIN & FRIENDS is family friendly ~ kids under 12 free with a ticket holding guardian
The evening session with HOPETOUN BROWN is R18

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CARAVÃNA SUN - NZ SUMMER TOUR
Jan
11

CARAVÃNA SUN - NZ SUMMER TOUR

Caravãna Sun are renowned for their electrifying live shows, blending sun-soaked reggae, sweeping indie grooves, and infectious energy that sweeps audiences into one big celebration.

a PERFECT Sawmill summer arvo gig!

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LOGG CABIN IN SESSION
Jan
4

LOGG CABIN IN SESSION

Two of Aotearoa's finest and respected DJ's from Rhombus/Fat Freddys Drop - KOA and Logg Cabin aka MC Slave team up for an exclusive special 7 and 1/2 hour DJ set, with live FX for the 1st summer Sunday of 2026!

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NEW YEARS EVE SESSIONS
Dec
31
to 1 Jan

NEW YEARS EVE SESSIONS

We're keeping it nice and easy this New Years ...
with all the goods - times, beats, kai and vibes

4-8pm free & family friendly | $15 on the door from 8pm

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