Cornwall Park has been a place for fun, games and connection since opening in 1903. From bicycle races and flying kites to tī rākau and rugby, generations have made memories here with whānau and friends. We’re celebrating over a century of play— helping visitors discover games of the past and present.

Join us day for a day filled with displays, fun activities, and entertainment perfect for the whole whānau.

Date: 4th October
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: Surrounding the Cornwall Park Band Rotunda.

Heritage Day: Play has been postponed to the rain date: Saturday 4th October

displays and activities

We're looking forward to celebrating this heritage with our friends from around Tāmaki Makaurau. Enjoy these activities, sports and games all backed by jazzy music from 7-piece band The Turing Project! 

Little Natives - Manu Tukutuku demonstration	Barefooted - nature play	Auckland Jogger's Club
Royal Oak Scouts - vintage games and crafts	Auckland Orienteering - mini course	Auckland Archery Club - have a go
Circability - circus skills	Raise Up - sports	NZ Healthy Lifestyle Society - Asian games
Anju's Cultural Studio - Chopat	O Wairoa Marae and Sport Auckland - taonga tākaro	Park run - discover your local club
Maypole dancing	Vintage Games	Sneaker crafts

We're looking forward to celebrating this heritage with our friends from around Tāmaki Makaurau.

how to get here

There is limited parking available in Cornwall Park, we suggest carpooling or using public transport where possible. Vehicle access to this area is by Green Lane West park gates only.

Bus
Bus route 650 stops outside Fresh Choice and Greenlane Clinical Centre on Green Lane West. It is a 1.1 km walk to the Band Rotunda
Bus routes 30, 064, 309, OUT are available on Manukau Road with stops by Campbell Crescent. It is a 1.8km walk to the Band Rotunda

Train
Huia Lodge is a 2km walk from Greenlane Train Station.

Ride share
The best address is Cornwall Park Cafe. Vehicle access to this area is from the Green Lane West gates only.

accessibility

There are paved pathways throughout the area, most of the activities will be based on the level grass surrounding the Band Rotunda. There are accessible toilets at the flagstaff car park and Cornwall Park Cafe and limited accessible parking in the car park. 

food and drink

Cornwall Park Cafe will be open. For more information about their offerings visit their website.

There are water fountains and limited BYO BBQ facilities also available in this area.

We suggest bringing your own picnic to enjoy in the shade of the trees. Or get into the spirit and picnic in vintage style.

This event is part of Auckland Council’s Auckland Heritage Festival 2025, 20 September to 5 October. From late August visit heritagefestival.co.nz for the full list of events. Print programmes are available at Auckland Libraries from late August. For festival updates follow on Facebook @aklheritage.

We look forward to celebrating the park's heritage with you.