Join us for a volunteer shift at Fair Food! Our amazing volunteers work at our Avondale Hub, sorting surplus healthy and nutritious food donated by our partner organisations. This kai…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But it’s a hot day and on the way home the…
Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. If you are wondering…
Join Para Kore with facilitator Ethan Smith and other whānau on a journey through whakapapa, māramatanga, kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga with our He Mana tō te Kai programme. This programme is…
The Mai i Kurawaka Reclaiming our Menstrual Mātauranga wānanga invites participants to: Reconnect with the traditional Māori worldview of ikura (menstruation); Explore its whakapapa, sacredness, and connection to atua wāhine;…
Join us at Eskdale Reserve for a double-up event combo. North Shore 24 HR will be hosting their annual 24-hour run challenge through the beautiful reserve: A free, outdoor…
Would you like to participate in some citizen science? Drop by Huia Lodge Discovery Hub from the 2nd to the 19th of April to collect a Cornwall Park bird survey,…
Come along to a free guided walk to learn more about the ecological value of Macleans Park and how you can help protect the wildlife within it. Macleans Park is…
Curious about what solar power and electric gadgets can do for you? Make yourself a coffee, or a pizza, charge your phone or e-bike, all run off the sun when…
Show us Wairau through your eyes – the wai, the whenua and the tāngata who live, work, learn and play here every day. Enter the Through My Lens photo competition for a…
Spend time in nature and develop conservation skills while protecting wildlife in the Waitākere Ranges. You will protect our treasured wildlife in Ark in the Park, New Zealand's largest open…
The Adults Learn to Ride - Beginner course is great for adults who have never ridden a bike before or those who haven’t been on a bike in a while…
Love Your Local Bush? Come Lend a Hand at Outlook Reserve! Join the Greenhithe Community Trust on a Saturday morning between 9:00–11:00am, for a volunteer session at Outlook Reserve, Greenhithe,…
POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER Check out our other events at Farrels on Tuesday 14th and Papakura on Sunday 19th or email [email protected] for more information Join us for a relaxed,…
Our highly anticipated $5 Fill-A-Bag Sale is back! Bring your reusable supermarket bag and get ready to fill it with quality clothing, shoes, books, and toys – all for just…
Join us for a fun session of empowerment, friendship, and the joy of pedaling together. Tailored for women in the Whau area - New Windsor, Avondale, Glenavon, Blockhouse Bay, Green…
Learn sustainable, mindful hand mending techniques and enjoy time in community as you save items from the landfill. All materials provided, bring an item to mend. What to bring: A…
Franklin Food Forest x Your Local Bakery for Ecofest 2026! 🌱 April 11, 2026 | 9:30AM to 12:00PM Step into the forest, gather what’s growing, and turn it into a…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But it’s a hot day and on the way home the…
Get the kids in touch with nature these school holidays by painting and printing autumn leaves! They can write a short story or note on their artwork, addressed to the…
Sorry this event can not go ahead due to unforeseen building works at their venue. Join us for a fun-filled morning at the Onehunga Toy Fair. Enjoy activities for kids,…
Visit us in this beautiful, mature food forest in our 1/3 acre in the suburb of St John. Let me take you on a tour around the vege garden, meadow,…
Join Amanda at the Fruitvale School community garden and composting hub to learn practical composting methods including bokashi, hot composting, worm farms, and banana swale. Discover how to create nutrient-rich…
Discover the hidden life in Cornwall Park’s stone walls! Join us at Huia Lodge for our new iNaturalist citizen science project. Whether you’re a seasoned observer or a curious beginner,…
Join Sarah Williams for an informative workshop on how to grow King Stropharia mushroom (also known as Burgundy and Wine Cap). This tasty mushroom has a wonderful flavour, is packed…
Join us for a workshop to learn more about the value of planting natives in our reserves and backyards, and how all of us can support our wildlife and urban…
Sorry this event has been cancelled due to the weather. Nau mai, haere mai! Come and help save the Mānutewhau Awa from rubbish at this community stream clean-up. Together, we’ll…
Join Kaipātiki Project in regenerating the native bush along the Waipapa Stream, a beloved piece of local history. As a community project, we need your help to ensure that this…
Join us and learn all you need to know about keeping heihei in the city. We’ll be exploring basics of urban chicken care, tips for housing, feeding, health and how…
Denim Reimagined invites you to slow down, get creative, and see old jeans in a whole new way. Join us at RAFT Studios, learn how denim can be transformed into…
Join us for a market day of green shopping and sustainability at The Eco Creators Market, proudly part of EcoFest West. As we celebrate Green Month, this market brings together…
Sorry, this event is now fully booked. Preserving the Past is a hands-on masterclass designed to support people to confidently preserve fresh, seasonal produce for use throughout the year. Participants…
Experience Firewood Becoming Art at the West Auckland Woodturners Guild Open Day. This Free Event is perfect for the Whole Family. Watch skilled woodturners in action, try your hand and…
Curious about intentional communities and living lightly? Come along to the Awaawaroa Bay Eco Village Open Day for a day of talks, walks, and workshops exploring two ara (paths) of…
Take a theatrical journey deep into an ocean full of amazing sharks — from the prehistoric past to today. You won’t need diving gear to swim with these majestic creatures;…
Flit between the flowers and discover how pollination works in Cornwall Park's ecosystem. Huia Lodge is open from 10 am - 4 pm Thursday to Tuesday 12 pm -4 pm…
Join us for a one-hour yoga and movement session in the outdoors, suitable for beginners and those seeking a deeper stretch. After the class, enjoy a coffee or, if you…
Due to severe weather, the event on 26th March has been cancelled. Please sign up to one of the other four dates. Discover the neighbourhood of Manurewa on a fun…
Join Pip, at Glenfield Library for this Love Food Hate Waste Pickling and Preserving workshop. Learn how to make the most of the abundance of vegetables available at this time…
Create your own natural perfume using botanicals harvested from The Alembics Lab garden. With hands-on guidance, you’ll explore how to build beautiful scents from aromatic spices, fruits, and flowers, and…
Spend your Saturday morning overlooking the Waitematā Harbour, learning the art of raranga in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment. These pop-up weaving workshops offer tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau a hands-on introduction…
Join Irene for an interactive Kraut making workshop. You will learn all the do's and don'ts to make delicious krauts. We will start with an introduction, then make a basic…
Join Ali at Remuera Library to learn the basics of worm farming. This hands-on workshop covers worm farm setup, care and feeding. Discover how worms turn food scraps into nutrient-rich…
Walk A Trapline with Louis! You've hear of it before — but have you ever wondered what it actually means to "walk a trapline"? This is a classic kiwi conservation…
Step inside the multi award-winning urban gallery of Lisa Watkins, better known as MyShinyMadness. For EcoFest 2026, Lisa opens her own Urban Sustainability Gallery — a rare indoor and outdoor…
Enjoy a guided tasting of carefully selected organic wines, paired with an introduction to sustainable wine-making practices. This relaxed and informative session offers an opportunity to learn more about how…
Join us for an afternoon of community, conservation, and creativity along Te Whau Pathway. 🚣 On the Awa – Explore Te Whau by kayak with Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust and Auckland Sea Kayaks. Learn about waterway protection, observe local wildlife,…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But it’s a hot day and on the way home the…
The Adults Learn to Ride - Beginner course is great for adults who have never ridden a bike before or those who haven’t been on a bike in a while…
Join us and learn how to identify, control, and replace pest plants to help restore our local ecosystems. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the most common invasive…
Do you have a broken toy, a bike that needs fixing, or a favourite outfit that needs some love to make it wearable again? Come along to our April repair…
Sorry this event has been cancelled. Biodynamics offers a holistic approach to growing, which can enhance any organic or regenerative growing system. It works with nature's rhythms and uses the…
Workshop facilitated by Dana Darwin. Build a clear, practical understanding of solar energy and the available options, so you can make informed decisions with confidence. This independent workshop explores system…
Explore the gardens and discover the delicate art of flower-pressing in the beautiful setting of the Howick Historical Village! A favourite pastime of the Victorians, flowers, foliage and ferns were pressed and…
Make badges promoting climate consciousness and sustainability with the Albert-Eden Climate Action Network.
