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These school holidays /
Get ready for a bit of competitive family fun with our Family Quiz Nights at one of our Joylab establishments across Auckland, these school holidays!
We've compiled a bunch of kid-friendly questions that the whole family can enjoy - it's a win-win with you getting to visit your favourite local, and the kids getting in some general knowledge fun, dinner and some great prizes up for grabs.
BOOK NOW BY CHOOSING YOUR QUIZ BELOW.
WEEK ONE
- Sunday 18 April, 6pm - Basalt, Howick
- Wednesday 21 April, 6pm - The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna
- Wednesday 21 April, 6.30pm - The Flying Moa, Mt Wellington
- Thursday 22 April, 6pm - Goode Brothers, New Lynn
WEEK TWO
- Tuesday 27 April, 4.30pm - The Postman's Leg, Glenfield
- Wednesday 28 April, 6pm - Goode Brothers, Botany
- Wednesday 28 April, 6pm - Moretons, St Heliers
- Thursday 29 April, 6pm - The Zookeeper's Son, Royal Oak
To avoid disappointment, please note all locations will be running the same quiz across different dates.


Thurs 13 May, 7pm / The Zookeeper's Son
With the first event selling out in record time and being a massive hit, we've heard you and created a new session of Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Bums.
Gather the group and get cheeky with us on Thursday 13 May as we provide you with free-flowing bubbles, epic bites on our rooftop bar while putting your pencil to paper and sketching your very own (semi) nude life model.
You don't need to be an artist to master nude life drawing, our model and host will guide you through while keeping you entertained with games and light-hearted fun!
Tickets $47.50 via Eventfinda (includes all materials needed, bottomless bubbles and bites)
R18 Event.


Sat 24 April, 12pm / Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen
Get ready for the gig of a lifetime as ZM and Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen present the official Six60 Warm-Up Party. Hype up the night on Saturday 24 April from 12pm as we prepare for the epic night ahead with the boys performing live at Eden Park's first-ever concert.
Be one of the first 200 through the door and get a free bus straight to the gig at Eden Park
- ZM live stream for Sweat Shop
- Free double pass to give away to the gig - must be at Sweat Shop before 2pm to enter
- Music from Brotherhood Musiq including some of Six60s smash hits and DJs
- Free busses to Eden Park for the first 200 people through the door
- Drink specials from Jim Beam
- Sweat Shop street eats and award-winning craft beer
Free entry but to avoid the lines, we suggest getting in early.










Saturday 29 May / Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen
Get ready for the hottest day out in Auckland at NZ's Sixth Annual Hot Sauce Festival!
Packing more punch than ever before, join like-minded chilli heads on Saturday 29 May from 12pm to taste your way around a selection of local and international hot sauces before watching the NZ Chilli Eating Comp Final take place on the big stage!
Turn up the heat and get amongst our special Hot Sauce Festival street eats, and when things get too hot to handle, save your taste buds with our award-winning craft beer brewed right here on-site.
- MC Roger Farrelly from The Rock Morning Rumble
- Brotherhood Musiq
- DJs
- 12 + Brands
- 100 + Hot Sauces
Homemade Hot Sauce Comp
Do you have what it takes to make a hot sauce recipe that's better than the rest? Bring yours along and enter into our Homemade Hot Sauce Competition. Entries close at 3pm
$10 from Eventfinda. Grab yours now!


Never miss a moment /
No matter what sport your following, if it’s a big moment - it deserves a fitting atmosphere. So whether you’re cheering on a match, fight or race we’ve got all the action you need live and loud across Auckland. With big screens, buzzing atmosphere, plenty of beer and hearty bites to settle those nerves – we’ve got all you need to truly jump for joy.
Check out where you can catch all the action live & loud across Auckland:






Saturday 8 May / Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen
It's been two decades since the release of Goodshirt's hit album 'Good' and to mark the occasion, Sweat Shop Live is proud to present Goodshirt live at Sweat Shop on Saturday 8 May.
A Kiwi born alternative pop/rock band, Gareth, Thomas, Murray, Rodney and Mike sold out multiple New Zealand tours in their time and went on to tour their way around Australia, Japan and Texas.
Kicking off your Saturday night, join us as they bring back all their classic hits from the 2000s and today.
Tickets $25 via Eventfinda or $30 at the door.








Every Day / Regatta Bar & Eatery
Located on Takapuna's foreshore, Regatta boasts an exclusive Petanque pitch, the perfect spot to host your next social occasion with friends or colleagues.
Enjoy a glass of champs in hand in the garden bar while you work up an appetite. Then, pop inside to indulge in our delicious bites - from fresh and local seafood to hearty burgers, we've got something for everyone.
Booking for groups of 4-12 people.
$35.0pp - 2 hours of Petanque / one house beer or wine pp / sharing platter
$99.0pp - 2 hours of Petanque / bottomless Mumm Grand Cordon / sharing platter
Enquire by filling in the form below and we'll be in touch!


Launching Friday 19 March / Multiple Establishments
The summer of seltzers isn't over yet; Club Setter newest flavour, Peach & Passionfruit is about to hit our taps!
Launching Friday 19 March, Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen, The Lula Inn, The Elephant Wrestler, Moretons and The Merchant Pub are serving up Club Setter's naturally brewed, low sugar and elegantly sparkling seltzer over ice, straight from our taps for the first time.
A delicious blend of peach and passionfruit natural fruit flavours, with less than 30 calories per 100mL - the no-excuses way to quench your thirst.
WELCOME TO THE CLUB.
Complete your summer at one of our exclusive Club Setter experiences, popping up at the following Joylab establishments this March and April.
Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen, Auckland City
Fri 19 March – Fri 9 April
The Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna
Fri 9 April – Fri 30 April


Every Saturday, 2pm - 4pm / The Elephant Wrestler
How much fried chicken can you devour? Find out for yourself at The Elephant Wrestler's Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Fried Chicken night!
For just $45, you can eat as much fried chicken as your heart desires, along with bottomless Export Gold or Prosecco for 2 hours! You might need your stretchy pants for this one.
Bookings essential, maximum group size of 10 people.
Please note this is an R18 event only. No children or guests under 18 are permitted to attend.
Please ensure you have read The Elephant Wrestler's Bottomless Fried Chicken, Beer & Bubbles Terms & Conditions below before making your booking.
The Elephant Wrestlers Bottomless Fried Chicken, Beer & Bubbles is an R18 event only.
2-hour package begins at confirmed booking start time. Late arrivals do not incur late start time.
Package applies to all guests at the table.
We do not offer discounts for those who are not consuming alcohol as non-alcoholic beverages are served as part of the package.
Maximum group size of 10 people.
The Elephant Wrestler complies with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and therefore enforce the responsible consumption of alcohol by all our guests. Guests will not be served more than one beverage at a time as part of the bottomless brunch package. We offer non-alcoholic beverages and food at all times and will stop service to any intoxicated persons.


Every Thursday from 5pm / The Lula Inn
Bottomless brunch who?
Join us every Thursday evening for bottomless beer, bubbles and dumplings for just $47.50 per person.
MENU
- Bottomless Dumplings (includes meat + vegan options)
- Bottomless Export Gold OR prosecco
Too good to be true? How about we throw some tunes in the mix, with Lula's Jukebox Live turning up the tempo every Thursday as our band plays nothing but songs requested by YOU.
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Please ensure you have read Lula's Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Dumplings Terms & Conditions below before making your booking.
90 minute package.
Bookings essential, maximum group size of 10 people.
Choice must be made between bottomless beer OR prosecco per person, not both.
Unfortunately we can not cater for gluten free guests as part of Lula's Bottomless Dumplings package, please speak to us if your guests are gluten free.
Lula’s Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Dumplings is an R18 event only. Bookings are essential.
90 minute package begins at confirmed booking time and all guests as the table must take part in the package. Late arrivals do not incur late start time.
Maximum group size of 10 people.
The Lula Inn complies with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and therefore enforce the responsible consumption of alcohol by all our guests. Guests will not be served more than one beverage at a time as part of the Bottomless Beer, Bubbles & Dumplings package. We offer non-alcoholic beverages and food at all times and will stop service to any intoxicated persons.






/ Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen
Introducing Sweat Shop Shuffle Club - Auckland's only floor-based shuffleboard!
So, what's Shuffleboard? Well, it's kinda like a mix of bowling and curling, but without the weird shoes.
Located on our covered outdoor deck, our shuffleboard lanes are perfect for get-togethers with mates or colleagues. Park up with some fresh Sweat Shop brews and street eats and make an afternoon of it. We guarantee you'll have a tang-tastic time.
Max of 6 people per lane. $20 deposit required for equipment.
Check out our rules on how to play below!
How to play




Every Wednesday from 5pm / Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen
It’s time to dig under your car seat, dive into the depths of your couch and find that precious little gold coin for Sweat Shop's Dollar Dog Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from 5 pm we'll be serving up classic American style hot dogs for only $1. There's a limit to five hot dogs per drink, but by then you’ll probably need another beverage to wash down all the deliciousness.
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Max 5 hotdogs available for any one drink purchased
Not available for pre-booked events or with First Table bookings.
Offer only available while stocks last.





Every Thursday from 8pm / The Lula Inn
Live at Lula's are turning up the tempo every Thursday as our real-life Jukebox plays nothing but songs requested by YOU.
So kick it off with a ballad, bring back the old-school then take it home with a banger as we dance the night away with Auckland's LIVEliest Jukebox.
Simply write your requests, hand it to the band (add a tip for good measure) and enjoy the songs you love played LIVE.


Kick off from 7pm /
Bingo, but bigger, better and a lot ballsier!
Whether you're on the shore or over the bridge, Drag Queen Bingo is coming to you!
Gather the crew and join us at either The Elephant Wrestler as House of Drag icon, Trinity Ice hosts Drag Queen Bingo, kicking off on Thursday 4 February.
Then, in March, she'll be at The Flying Moa in Mt Wellington.
This isn't your standard, everyday bingo your nana dabbles in at the home, this is Bingo with balls, the hilarious extravaganza that'll have in fits of laughter.
With prizes, epic bite menus, and special cabaret performances, this is one is not to miss!
Learn more below
FREE to register. R18 event, bookings recommended as spots will fill up fast!
The Flying Moa


Every Saturday / The Elephant Wrestler
Bring your house party out of the house and to The Elephant Wrestler Haus Party every Saturday night.
Saturday's are all about letting your hair down and dancing like nobody's watching so we've got you covered with our epic line up of resident DJs from 9 pm.
Sing along to Gloria Gaynor, get down on the d-floor with MC Hammer or serenade your partner with some epic Ed Sheeran.
Gather the crew, book a table to grab a bite to eat and a few drinks before the party really kicks off.


Saturday & Sunday / Goode Brothers
We've got brunch sorted with all you can eat kids pancakes at Goode Brothers for only $12pp for kids under 12 years and if the big kids (adults wink, wink) want to indulge also, it's $17pp.
The best bit? We do all the cleaning up.
Bookings not essential but recommended.


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Winter is officially here, and you know what that means? It's Sunday Roast season.
Chase away those winter blues and find your local Sunday Roast spot at one of our Joylab establishments below.
Basalt, Howick
Moretons, St Heliers
The Zookeepers Son, Royal Oak
Coops Corner Pub, Viaduct
Rugby & Roast
Rugby & Roast at your local might just be the ultimate winter combo. Check out which Rugby League & Rugby Union games we have playing live at some of your favourite sports bars across Auckland below.