The Olympics trace their origins to ancient times in Greece's Peloponnese region about 3000 years ago, where sporting competitions held in Olympia every four years became known as the Olympic Games.

While the exact start date remains unclear, written sources often mention 776 BC. The Games' origins are intertwined with mythology. The period between Ancient Games editions, known as an "Olympiad," served as a dating system.

In 1894, Frenchman Pierre de Coubertin proposed reviving the Olympic Games. The first modern Olympics were held in 1896 in Athens, marking their revival. Paris previously hosted the Olympics in 1924.


See our program below:

From 12th of July to 08th of September


12/07 - 08/09

"Regard sur les jeux"
Photography exhibition

Olympic games

1924 - 1996

Guided visit on the 27th July

27/07

From 9:00am to 12:30 pm 

Opening ceremony PARIS 2024 broadcast

Petit déjeuner SOLD OUT 

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27/07 - 11/08

Daily Olympic Games Broadcast
09:00am to 6pm
From Monday to Friday 
In English and French 
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Enjoy a vibrant day celebrating cultures from around the world, with food, crafts, performances and more. And make sure to stop to say Bonjour!

📍 Festival location
📅 6 April 2026

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L'Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra présentera le célèbre Bolero de Ravel le samedi 2 avril, à l'Auckland Town Hall, sous la direction du chef d'orchestre Eivind Aadland. 
Le concert mettre également en lumiére la talentueuse violoniste Amalia Hall. 

L'Alliance Française Auckland est ravie de soutenir cet événement et proposera très bientôt une offre speciale pour ses membres. 
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🗓️ Thursday 2 April 2026
🕔 7:30 pm
📍 Great Hall, Auckland Town Hall 


When : Saturday 14 March 2026
Where: Stanley bay Petanque Club
20 Stanley Point Road Stanley Point 0624 Auckland
Cost: Adults: from $20 (members) / $30 (non-members)
Kids (8–12): from $15 (members) / $25 (non-members)
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