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What's on in November: Your Entertainment Guide - Night Noodle Markets

The November calendar is bursting with incredible events, from hawker-style markets and street festivals to unmissable musicals and cultural celebrations. 

One thing for sure, there will be no time for boredom this month.

Bacardi Mojito Moments Pop Up
1 November - 9 December, Jack Tar

Taking place at Jack Tar, the summery pop-up will be serving expertly crafted Bacardi Mojitos and delicious eats accompanied by live music. Perfect for a warm, sunny day on the waterfront. 

Cloudy Bay Sail Away
1 - 17 November, 3pm - 6pm from Thursday to Saturday

For three weeks only, Odettes Eatery will transform into a slice of paradise that is Malborough featuring the best the region has to offer across design, food and wine. As part of the experience, you can enjoy special cocktails featuring Cloudy Bay wines and a bespoke menu packed to the brim with succulent seafood and other delicacies. You can even learn to shuck oysters under the watchful eye of the Odettes' head chef.

NZ Irish Fest
15 - 18 November, various locations

Kiwis and Irish will come together to celebrate everything Irish with a massive four-day celebration as part of the inaugural NZ Irish Fest. The festival features gigs, comedy shows, Irish films and screenings of  the much anticipated All Blacks Vs Ireland rugby game.

ASB Season of Shortland Street the Musical
14 Novermber - 9 December

An affectionate parody of the soap genre and a celebration of our beloved Kiwi serial drama, the ASB season of Shortland Street the Musical is erupting with infectious tunes, side-splitting laughs and 90s throwbacks.

Nepal Festival
17 November, Aotea Square

Nepal Festival is a free, family-friendly event showcasing Nepal and it's diversity of food, art, and music right in the heart of the city. Perfect for those wanting to experience a new culture or planning a trip to Nepal.

Night Noodle Markets
23 November - 2 December, Victoria Park

The much-loved hawker-style markets return for 2018 with 10 days of Asian flavours and beautiful Chinese lanterns. With food from top local and international vendors, family-friendly entertainment and a bar, the Night Noodle Markets are definitely the place to be this summer. 

Farmers Santa Parade
25 November, Queen Street

This city centre Christmas staple is celebrating its 85th birthday with an unmissable festive extravaganza with an astonishing 3,500 plus participants who will bring this incredible parade to life.

Enjoy two hours of free parking or $5 evening and weekend rates. Find out more. Ride on public transport from as little as $2 each way. Find out more.
Last updated: 01 December 2018

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