Leigh News & Events

May
13
Sun
Mother’s Day Piano Loveliness @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
May 13 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Visiting pianist Amy Cottingham playing some beautiful tunes to accompany your Mother’s Day dinner for an hour or so. $koha much appreciated.

May
17
Thu
QUIZ with PETRUS @ leigh sawmill cafe
May 17 @ 8:00 pm

The annual quiz series is back
Prizes on the night + 1/2 each nights prize pool is accumulated and gets donated to a local community group, of the series winners choice
max 6 per team $5pp

May
19
Sat
WALA and TAMANI @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
May 19 @ 9:30 pm

Come and shake your booty to some High-energy West African inspired music and dance, featuring Wala Drum and Dance esemble.

www.facebook.com/WalaIsLife/

*$20 on the door

May
20
Sun
ERIN COLE-BAKER & band @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
May 20 @ 5:00 pm

With support from Andy James – come and enjoy a bit of indie/folk sunshine

www.erincolebaker.com

*$20 at eventfinda or on the door

May
27
Sun
TERRY HICKS @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
May 27 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Great songs from the American Songbook
With a touch of jazz to wine and dine by

Jun
3
Sun
A night of FLEETWOOD MAC @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Jun 3 @ 9:00 pm

Celebrate the music of Fleetwood Mac with pro 5 piece band The Fleetwoods. Playing 2 big sets with tunes from Peter Green era right up to 80s Stevie Nicks.
Not to be missed!
*PRE-SALES SOLD OUT!
Limited door sales $25 from 8pm on the night

Jun
10
Sun
TERRY HICKS @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Jun 10 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Great songs from the American Songbook
With a touch of jazz to wine and dine by

Jun
16
Sat
PAUL UBANA JONES
Jun 16 @ 8:00 pm

Experience another side of Paul Ubana Jones where he explores his early influences and how they shaped his unique style.
NZ blues at its finest

Jun
17
Sun
HOPETOUN BROWN ALLSTARS @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Jun 17 @ 5:00 pm

Dont Let Them Lock You Up

HOPETOUN BROWN are joined by their super-stellar special guest Finn Scholes and also welcome Sophie Burbery, Al Deverick, Steve Abel and the outstanding percussion of Isaac Chadderton of Weird Together and Lord Echo fame.

Jun
21
Thu
QUIZ with PETRUS @ leigh sawmill cafe
Jun 21 @ 8:00 pm

The annual quiz series is back
Prizes on the night + 1/2 each nights prize pool is accumulated and gets donated to a local community group, of the series winners choice
max 6 per team $5pp

Jun
29
Fri
MIKE LINDSAY MAGICIAN! @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Jun 29 @ 6:00 pm

Come and witness one of New Zealand’s youngest professional magicians Mike Lindsay with his jam-packed 60min comedy magic spectacular!
Featuring live animals, plenty of audience participation and amazing magic suited for all ages!

ADULTS $10 KIDS $5

Jun
30
Sat
A WINTER SHINDIG @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Jun 30 @ 7:30 pm

Brought to you by Ed and Rapley, and the letter C
Come talk shit, dance away your winter blues and get dressed up
*prizes for most creative costumes

Jul
1
Sun
FRANCIS / LEE CHAMBER ENSEMBLE @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Jul 1 @ 5:30 pm

Formed in 2016, Francis-Lee Duo consists of University of Auckland School of Music graduates, violinist Charlotte Francis and pianist Gemma Lee.
Both have gained individual successes in chamber music throughout New Zealand and overseas, and are quickly gaining recognition locally as an exciting upcoming chamber ensemble.
Programme:
Mozart Violin Sonata No. 35 in A major, K. 526 (1787) 23′
Selection of salon music composed/arranged by Kreisler 20′
Bartok Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56 (1915) 9′

$20 on the door – please ring the cafe to book a tabl

Aug
10
Fri
MUSIC MOVIE FRIDAYS @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Aug 10 @ 8:00 pm

GLASTONBURY

PART 1: An epic marvelously honest and beautifully shot account of the 3 day festival

Aug
11
Sat
FRISKY BUSINESS @ Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Aug 11 @ 9:00 pm

Flashback to the great 80’s… with the most iconic hits played live!

We will send you back to the 80’s with it’s neon lights, big hair styles and crazy outfits.
But be prepared..you will dance all night!

We are playing songs from the most iconic and influential bands and artists of the 80`s live…
Michael Jackson, Prince, Wham, David Bowie, Tears for Fears, Eurythmics, Cameo and many many many more..
Warm up your dance moves, get your 80’s outfit out of the storage and join us for a great night!

PRIZES FOR BEST DRESSED GUY & GAL!

*$10 early bird pre-sales at dashtickets.co.nz

 

Aug
12
Sun
SLACKS + 2 NUKES @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Aug 12 @ 5:00 pm


TARANAKI’S SONS OF MISCHIEF & REVELRY!

Exponents of womble rock and funky hat folk, The Slacks will be venturing north to join forces with Auckland’s Grandfathers of ukulele funk, The Nukes.
Family friendly cabaret style show… a set each along with a combined finale… Nuke dem Slacks and Slacks for our Ukes!

Nukes Special announcement
Due to reasons many and varied, Snapper has chosen to step down in his role as Banjolele player, gravelly-voiced singer and raconteur of the band.

The Nukes have created a great legacy of original ukulele music and memorable shows, and though sad at this decision, Ben and Dave will look to create a new and potentially exciting chapter to add to this legacy. We hope that fans will embrace these changes.

So take this chance to see the 3 in one of their last concerts together!

DOORS OPEN: 4pm ONSTAGE: 5pm
*$20 Pre-Sales: eventfinda  | Door sales $30

Aug
18
Sat
TURN UP! @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Aug 18 @ 8:00 pm

TARANAKI’S SONS OF MISCHIEF & REVELRY!

Exponents of womble rock and funky hat folk, The Slacks will be venturing north to join forces with Auckland’s Grandfathers of ukulele funk, The Nukes.
Family friendly cabaret style show… a set each along with a combined finale… Nuke dem Slacks and Slacks for our Ukes!

Nukes Special announcement
Due to reasons many and varied, Snapper has chosen to step down in his role as Banjolele player, gravelly-voiced singer and raconteur of the band.

The Nukes have created a great legacy of original ukulele music and memorable shows, and though sad at this decision, Ben and Dave will look to create a new and potentially exciting chapter to add to this legacy. We hope that fans will embrace these changes.

So take this chance to see the 3 in one of their last concerts together!

DOORS OPEN: 4pm ONSTAGE: 5pm
*$20 Pre-Sales: eventfinda  | Door sales $30

Aug
31
Fri
DILLASTRATE @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Aug 31 @ 8:00 pm

INSPIRED BY TYHE LIFE & WORKS OF J DILLA.
A collaborative project between Henare Kaa & Tim Driver.

Born in the dirty south of New Zealand, the duo’s previous collaborative efforts include ahoribuzz and Soulsystem, as well as working individually at an international and national level with an expansive range of musical acts.

The duo combines modern digital sounds with analogue soul, bringing you the best of both worlds. With an intimidating range of styles, from delicate soul to intense electronica and everything in between.

DOORS OPEN: 7:00pm | ONSTAGE 8pm |  *$10 on the door

Sep
1
Sat
MIGHTY MIGHTY @ LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE
Sep 1 @ 9:00 pm
Oct
18
Thu
QUIZ with PETRUS @ leigh sawmill cafe
Oct 18 @ 8:00 pm

The annual quiz series is back
Prizes on the night + 1/2 each nights prize pool is accumulated and gets donated to a local community group, of the series winners choice
max 6 per team $5pp

Light Up Leigh

  • Scavenger Hunt & Face Painting (see events)
  • Night market at beautiful Leigh Central, so you can shop with stunning views of the ocean. Market from 4pm until 8pm.
  • Light Up Competition (see below)
  • Places to eat;
    – Leigh Bar: Light Up Leigh Special – Homemade soup, mulled wine and much more
    – Leigh Eats 
    – Amaranto Pasta and Cucina Food truck

For more information please email Michelle on 1805michelle@gmail.com

Leigh Midwinter Swim

at Matheson Bay

Sunday 23rd June 2019 – meet at 10:15am to take the plunge.

Leigh Midwinter Swim