November Gig Guide: The Artists Hitting Stages Across Aotearoa This Month

As we gear up for the summer and festival season, there's a huge lineup of acts performing across Aotearoa this November.

Here's a rundown of the live gigs happening this month:

Iron Maiden with Special Guests Megadeth

Heavy metal legends Iron Maiden are celebrating 50 years with their mammoth 'Run For Your Lives' world tour, joined by very special guests Megadeth. This isn't just another arena show. It’s a career-defining celebration spotlighting the groundbreaking first nine albums that shaped the genre.

From "The Number of the Beast" to "Powerslave", expect an all-out masterclass in heavy metal history.

• Dates: 7th & 8th November

• Venue: Spark Arena, Auckland

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Homebrew

Fresh off a sold-out show at the Auckland Town Hall earlier this year, local hip-hop icons Home Brew are taking the celebration nationwide. Whānau across the motu will have the rare chance to witness the group perform their classic EP Last Week live in full, alongside fan-favourite cuts from across their catalogue.

Whether you’ve been bumping their music since day one or joined the ride with their 2023 chart-topper Run It Back, this run promises raw, unmatched energy.

• Dates: 5th, 13th, 20th, 21st, 22nd November

• Locations: Shed 6, Wellington, Town Hall, Christchurch & Hollywood Avondale, Auckland

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Goodnight Nurse

One of New Zealand’s definitive 2000s pop-punk bands is stepping out of retirement for three final anniversary dates. It has been two decades since their landmark debut album, Always and Never, dominated the airwaves, and the band is reuniting for the Always and Never (Again!) Tour.

Catch them tearing through three classic venues across the country this November before they hang up their guitars for good.

• Dates: 12th, 13th, 18th, 19th, 20th & 22nd November

• Venue: The Powerstation, Auckland, The Loons, Christchurch & San Fran, Wellington

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Flight of the Conchords

Kiwi comedy icons Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement are returning to the live stage for eight major shows across Aotearoa this November. From winning Grammys to conquering HBO and Hollywood, the pair have never lost the deadpan, understated Kiwi charm that made them household names.

It’s been far too long since their last full domestic run, so don't miss the chance to see them back together on home turf.

Dates: 10th, 12th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 18th, 19th, 21st

Venue: Wellington, Christchurch & Auckland

Amy Shark

For her sole New Zealand appearance this year, Australian indie-pop powerhouse Amy Shark is heading across the ditch to perform songs from her latest album, Soft Pop, alongside radio staples like "Adore" and "I Said Hi".

Dates: 15th November

Venue: The Tuning Fork, Auckland

Ashanti

One of the most defining voices in R&B history is returning to New Zealand. GRAMMY Award winner Ashanti is touching down in Auckland this November for a massive headline show as part of her global Rock Wit U tour.

This is your chance to see a true icon perform the anthems that soundtracked a generation live on stage.

Dates: 16th November

Venue: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Auckland

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Joji

For his only New Zealand date on his global 'Solaris' arena tour, critically acclaimed singer and producer Joji has announced a landmark headlining show at Auckland's Spark Arena.

Set to perform tracks from his new album Piss In The Wind, this is a night no Joji fan will want to miss!

Dates: 19th November

Venue: Spark Arena, Auckland

Jack Johnson

Jack Johnson is heading back our way this November for his first tour since 2022, and he's bringing Ben Harper and John Butler along to join him for his Surfilmusic tour

With Ben and John stripping things back for solo acoustic sets, the night is set to be something truly special, just three mates sharing classic tunes and stories together under the Kiwi stars.

Dates: 20th & 22nd November

Venue: Spark Arena, Auckland & Waipara Winehouse, North Canterbury

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Rise Against

Get ready for an absolute masterclass in punk rock, because Rise Against and Dropkick Murphys to New Zealand this November. The Chicago punk outfit is joining forces with Boston's favourite Celtic-punk rowdies for two huge arena shows in Christchurch and Auckland.

Dates: 21st & 24th November

Venue: Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch & Spark Arena, Auckland

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Robbie Williams

Global pop showman Robbie Williams returns to New Zealand this November on his highly anticipated BRITPOP World Tour.

In addition to a huge Auckland night at Eden Park, Robbie will head south to Christchurch for the first time in 25 years, marking a historic moment as the first major international act to perform at the city's brand-new One New Zealand Stadium.

Dates: 24th & 28th November

Venue: Eden Park, Auckland & One NZ Stadium, Christchurch

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Dermot Kennedy

Following the release of his latest project, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy brings his emotive, anthemic live show down under, stopping in Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland.

Dates: 25th, 27th & 28th November

Venue: Town Hall, Christchurch, TSB Arena, Wellington & Spark Arena, Auckland

We hope you're getting amongst plenty of gigs this month, or saving the stamina for summer festies!