Museum late nights
Take in the relaxed atmosphere as the whole Museum is open for you to wander, every Tuesday evening until 8.30PM
The secure undercover carpark will be open. Enter the carpark after 5PM and park for a flat fee of $11.50 for the evening.
ON NOW UNTIL MON 1 JUN 2026
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 2-for-1 adult tickets on Twilight Tuesday from 4.30PM.
Dive into the awe-inspiring world of ocean giants. Explore life-sized sharks, ancient predators, and interactive experiences — thrilling, educational, and unforgettable for all ages.
ON NOW
Feel the Mana of 1970s protest in print, in the new exhibition that spotlights the groundbreaking newspaper that platformed Māori and Pacific voices across some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most defining years in activism.
Every Tuesday from 5–8PM, enjoy happy hour with a menu of Tuitui favourites including Wagyu hamburgers, fish tacos, margarita pizza, and Caesar salad for $10 each. Plus, house wines, prosecco, Aperol Spritz, and McLeod’s Longboarder Lager are all $10 each!
Please note that last orders are at 8PM.
Te Ao Mārama is home to Hokohoko, the transformed Museum Store, that will be open late for Twilight Tuesdays. With an extensive range of artworks, books, gifts and toys starring local makers and artists, the shop is a reflection of the taonga the Museum houses.
Upcoming events
TUE 5 MAY, 6PM - 7.30PM
ORIENTATION SPACE, GROUND FLOOR
Digging into the past, excavating new information and challenging misconceptions is all in a day's work of a museum archaeologist. Hear Dr Josh Emmitt, Curator Archaeology at Auckland Museum as he takes you through his daily journey of discovery in this special talk during New Zealand Archaeology Week.