If you are sticking around town over Easter - and let's face it Auckland is fantastic without all the traffic and queues over long weekends - here's our pick of what to do.
Kelly Tarlton's Eggs-travaganza
16-21 April, visitors to Kelly Tarlton's can take part in the Easter Egg Trail - joining the hunt for golden eggs hidden around the aquarium. Easter eggs are up for grabs, along with a fun activity sheets. ? Tickets from $14.40 child / $28.80 adult online at www.kellytarltons.co.nz
Coca-Cola Easter Show
Today-Monday, 10am-10pm; entertainment, A&P Show, circus, rides, exhibits. ASB Showgrounds, Epsom. Free entry.
Waiheke International Jazz Festival
Friday - Saturday noon-2am, Sunday noon- 10pm. 15 concerts over three days. $25-$39 per concert (plus fees), under 12s free.
Car Crazy at Motat, Western Springs - Good Friday-Sunday, May 4. 10am-5pm. $8 children, $16 adults, $40 family pass.