Everything you need to know if you're going to Dua Lipa's concerts

Dua Lipa's 'Radical Optimism Tour' is finally here!

Three-time GRAMMY and seven-time BRIT Award-winning pop icon Dua Lipa is bringing her powerhouse vocals and high-energy performance to New Zealand this week—promising an unforgettable night for Kiwi fans.

Here is everything you need to know:

Event Overview

• Artist: Dua Lipa - Radical Optimism Tour 
• Supporting Act: Kita Alexander 
• 1st Date: Wednesday, 2 Apr 2025
• 2nd Date: Friday, 4 Apr 2025
• Location: Spark Arena, Auckland
• Age Restrictions: GA All Ages - Standing GA 14+
• Ticket Information: Ticket Master

How to Get There

Venue Address

42/80 Mahuhu Crescent, Parnell, Auckland 1010 

Public Transport Options

• Bus: Britomart station is a short 10–15 minute walk from our place and is on all major bus routes. 
• Train: Britomart Station, a mere 10-15 minutes' walk from The Tuning Fork, provides a convenient train connection 
• Other: The Downtown ferry terminal is a short 10–15 minute walk from The Tuning Fork.

Parking Information

• On-Site Parking: No on-site parking 
• Nearby Parking Lots: 

• • Britomart Car Park (Corner of Quay Street and Britomart Place, approximately 8 minutes walk)
  • Railway Car Parks (Te Taou Crescent, off Beach Road, approximately 5 minutes walk)
  • Tangihua Street Car Park (Tangihua Street, approximately 6 minutes walk)
  • The Ronayne Street Carpark (Approximately 6 minutes walk)
  • 30 Mahuhu Crescent car park (Approximately 1 minute walk)

• Mobility parking: For info on mobility parking email [email protected]

Event Schedule

• 6:30pm - Doors open 
• 7:30pm - Show starts
  
  Note: Times are approximate and may be subject to change without notice so please arrive in plenty of time.

What You Can Bring

✔ Allowed Items:

• Smart phone
• Wallet
• Side bags and handbags (will be checked)
• small handheld camera (no lens attachments) 

✖ Prohibited Items:

• No professional cameras 
• No alcohol 
• No bottles of ANY kind
• No food of ANY kind
• No weapons or anything considered to be
• Bags larger than 30cm x 30cm will not be allowed 
• No drugs or substances 

Food & Drinks

• Available Vendors: Seven different vendors are located for Food and Beverages 
• Payment Methods: Card only accepted - CASHLESS
• Alcohol Policy: 18+ and no serving if intoxicated

Accessibility Information

• Email - [email protected] for all mobility needs

Safety & Security

• Security Checks: All bags will be checked, and oversized bags will not be allowed (30cm x 30cm)
• First Aid Stations: First Aid and Ambulances on scene for your safety
• Lost & Found: Ask all security and bar staff

Additional Tips & FAQs

• Weather Considerations: Spark Arena is an indoor venue, so rain or shine, the event continues
• Merchandise Sales: 
• Re-entry Policy: Smoking areas are dedicated outside and are the only pass-outs allowed, these have security attached
• Contact Information: [email protected]

Entry

• Entry for floor standing ticketholders will be via Entry C & G.
• Entry for bowl seated ticketholders will be via Entry D & E.
• Entry for Arena Members and mobility access will be via Entry B.
• Entry for Premium Lounge purchasers will be via The Tuning Fork.
• The Members Lounge in VIP 1 will be open to all Arena Members during this event. Enter via Entry B, head to the left by the lifts & the door on the left side next to Hato Hone St Johns is the entry to the lounge.

Merch

The merch caravan will open by 3:30 PM, selling official merchandise. It is located outside the arena on the main plaza.

A pop-up at Door 2 will be available for floor-standing ticketholders once the external doors open.

Additionally, a merchandise outlet near Doors 16 and 20 will be open for bowl-seated ticketholders once the external doors open.

Final Reminders

For more details, visit Ticket Master or follow Spark Arena for updates!

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