<h2>EkhayaNZ - Shorts &amp; Shades</h2>

<ul>
	<li>Sat, 3 Jan 2026</li>
	<li>4pm - 1am</li>
	<li>Lilyworld, Go Media Stadium</li>
</ul>

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<h3>Get ready for a fun day with international artists and good vibes at EkhayaNZ Presents Shorts &amp; Shades - where creativity meets style!</h3>

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<ul>
	<li>Shakes &amp; Les</li>
	<li>Jessica Mashaba</li>
</ul>

EkhayaNZ Presents Shorts &amp; Shades

Welcome to&nbsp;Lilyworld for an evening of fun at&nbsp;EkhayaNZ Presents Shorts &amp; Shades! Join us on&nbsp;January 3, 2026 Doors open at 3:00 PM (Pacific Time)&nbsp;for a fantastic time filled with laughter, good vibes, and amazing company. It&#39;s the perfect way to kick off the new year!

Grab your favorite pair of shorts and shades, and get ready to enjoy delicious drinks, tasty snacks, and great music. Whether you&#39;re coming solo or bringing friends, this event is all about having a blast and creating unforgettable memories.

Don&#39;t miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in a laid-back and welcoming atmosphere. Get your tickets now and let&#39;s make this a night to remember!

We can&#39;t wait to see you there!

The show is at Lilyworld Garden Bar and Cafe. <a href="http://maps.app.goo.gl/QvKVhYV2VDi6x3Yu9">You can&nbsp;get directions here</a>.

Where is the show?

<ul>
	<li>Gates will open at 3pm</li>
</ul>

What are the timings? 

It&#39;s easy to reach Lilyworld, Go Media Stadium on public transport with bus and train services from the City Centre and beyond. The nearest train station is Penrose, a 15 min walk from the stadium.

Here is Auckland Transport&#39;s&nbsp;<a href="https://at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/event-transport/go-media-stadium">guidance for&nbsp;reaching Go Media Stadium.</a>

Plan your journey using the&nbsp;<a href="https://at.govt.nz/">Auckland Transport website&nbsp;here.</a>

What are the public transport options for this match?

Tickets will be sent out closer to the event. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/help/en-us/">Please vist Eventbrite for any ticketing queries.</a>

I have a question about my tickets?

There is no onsite parking provided for this event. Limited parking may be available on the streets and businesses surrounding the venue. Please be aware that some surrounding streets will be closed during the event.&nbsp;

Is there onsite parking available?

Please be aware that in the interest of patron safety, some surrounding streets will be closed or have parking restrictions during the event.

Will there be road closures and street parking restrictions?

Required for entry:

✔ A valid ticket (on your phone) 
✔ Valid Photo ID - check ID Requirements for accepted forms of ID

Recommended to bring:

✔ Empty plastic water bottle 
✔ Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen - be sun smart! 
✔ Credit/debit card/phone wallet - we&#39;re cashless!

Food &amp; drink

<ul>
	<li>No outside food or drink is permitted - all bags are searched on arrival.</li>
	<li>There are plenty of free drinking water stations &ndash; you can bring a clear, empty water bottle (that is not metal or hard plastic!) to fill up and stay hydrated throughout the day.</li>
</ul>

If you need to bring Hydralyte or electrolytes, you&#39;re welcome to do so as long as it&rsquo;s sealed, unopened, and in its original packaging.

Cameras &amp; recording devices

<ul>
	<li>No professional cameras (cameras with detachable lenses) are permitted without formal media accreditation.</li>
	<li>Likewise no audio or film recording equipment can be brought in.</li>
	<li>Please note, small digital cameras for personal use are allowed.</li>
</ul>

Prescription Medication

<ul>
	<li>You can bring prescription medication into the event, BUT the medication needs to be in it&#39;s original packaging with the dispensary label matching the name on the ID of the ticket holder.</li>
	<li>Only bring the amount of medication you need for the duration of the event.</li>
	<li>If you would like to store your medication with our medical team, please advise a staff member upon entry and we will be able to direct you.</li>
	<li>Please note that your bag will still be searched by security prior to entering the festival.</li>
	<li>Over-the-counter medication for personal use (e.g., Panadol, Nurofen) is allowed.</li>
</ul>

Banned items

The following items are prohibited:

✘ Glass or breakable containers (makeup in glass bottles, mirrors and perfumes). 
✘ Cans or metal canisters including metal water bottles and aerosols 
✘ Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, bicycles 
✘ Milk or bread crates or metal cans or containers 
✘ Chairs (folding, portable, camping) or any other furniture 
✘ Clothing with sharp studs that could cause injury to patrons (i.e. belts, wristbands, large chains etc.) 
✘ Club patches and jackets 
✘ Weapons of any kind (including potential missiles) 
✘ Flares, fireworks, smoke bombs, or any other explosive device. 
✘ Alcohol 
✘ Illicit drugs or paraphernalia including nangs, bongs or pipes. 
✘ Vapes &amp; E-Cigs with more than 110mL liquid (please note the venue may have specific smoking regulations and areas) 
✘ Sound or video recorders or professional cameras (with removable lens)(small still cameras are allowed) 
✘ Laser lights or laser pens 
✘ Umbrellas (bring a plastic poncho or raincoat instead) 
✘ Water pistols 
✘ Dogs or other pets (service dogs excepted) 
✘ Fires and open flames of any kind 
✘ Sound Systems 
✘ Eskies, coolers or chilly bins 
✘ Culturally insensitive items 
✘ Drones 
✘ Register rolls, shredded paper, confetti or other item likely to cause an environmental issue.

For a full breakdown of items&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aucklandstadiums.co.nz/visitor-info/conditions-of-entry">please&nbsp;visit our&nbsp;conditions of entry&nbsp;here.</a>

What can/can’t I bring into the venue?

Yes.&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>For safety reasons, footwear is to be worn at all times.</li>
	<li>We do not permit gang patches or gang paraphernalia to be displayed.</li>
	<li>No high-visibility vests or clothing may be worn.</li>
</ul>

Does the stadium have a dress code?

<h2>This will be an 18+ event.</h2>

In summary, the minimum age requirement to attend will be 18 years of age (that is, 18 years as at the date of the event: Saturday 3 January 2026).

Accepted ID for ALL patrons attending will be as follows:

<ul>
	<li>New Zealand Photo Driver&rsquo;s Licence or Learner&rsquo;s Permit</li>
	<li>Current Passport from any country</li>
	<li>Kiwi Access Card &ndash; 18+ photo identification card issued by Kiwi Access Card Solutions Ltd.</li>
</ul>

Anyone who fails to present an Accepted ID upon entry will not be allowed in. No refunds will be processed for anyone who is denied entry because they did not bring Accepted ID.

The Conditions of Entry and Ticketing Terms &amp; Conditions apply to everyone attending Afrosoul. Promoter reserves the right to evict any persons engaging in illegal activities.

Information and penalties for using a fake identification&nbsp;<a href="https://www.police.govt.nz/advice/drugs-and-alcohol/alcohol-laws-and-penalties">can be&nbsp;found&nbsp;here.</a>

Are there age restrictions?

Banners, flags (without poles) and posters made from soft materials such as cloth, cardboard or paper are permitted. Signs should not be larger than A1 in size and&nbsp;must not obstruct the view of other patrons.

Larger banners and flags with poles will only be allowed into the venue once they have been reviewed and approved by the stadium security team&nbsp;before arrival to the gate. Please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz?subject=Can%20I%20bring%20a%20sign%3F">info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz</a>&nbsp;to seek approval before matchday.

Banners that exceed the maximum size or that have not been approved may be denied entry.

Can I bring a sign?

Mobility parking onsite at Go Media Stadium is now bookable online. The mobility parking allocation has been expanded but remains extremely limited.&nbsp;

To request a mobility parking space onsite, please email us by clicking the link below:&nbsp;

<a href="mailto:resaklsharedaucklandstadiumsinfo@aucklandstadiums.co.nz?subject=Mobility%20Parking">MOBILITY PARKING</a>

EkhayaNZ - Shorts & Shades