Auckland is home to a vast array of sporting venues that cater to a wide variety of sports, including rugby union, cricket, rugby league, netball, association football (soccer), tennis, motorsports, and more. The city’s passion for sports is reflected in the many grounds and stadiums that accommodate local and international competitions.

Eden Park stands as Auckland’s premier sports stadium, hosting international rugby union and cricket matches, as well as Super Rugby fixtures for the Blues and domestic cricket and rugby for Auckland. Its significance in New Zealand's sporting landscape is unparalleled, often serving as the stage for major events in rugby and cricket.

Mt Smart Stadium is the heart of rugby league in the city, serving as the home ground for the New Zealand Warriors of the NRL. In addition to sports, the venue also hosts major music concerts, having been the Auckland leg for the Big Day Out festival and a key venue for the 1990 Commonwealth Games.

North Harbour Stadium is a versatile venue, used primarily for rugby union and football matches. It also became home to New Zealand’s only professional baseball team, the Auckland Tuatara, in 2019. The stadium frequently hosts concerts, showcasing its multifunctional role in Auckland’s entertainment and sports scene.

For tennis enthusiasts, the ASB Tennis Centre is Auckland’s primary venue, hosting the annual ASB Classic for both men and women, attracting international tennis stars every January. The Spark Arena, formerly known as Vector Arena, is the home of the New Zealand Breakers basketball team and also hosts international netball and major concerts.

Netball fans can enjoy matches at Trusts Arena, the home ground for the Northern Mystics, and the Vodafone Events Centre, which hosts games for the Northern Stars. Both arenas are crucial in fostering Auckland’s strong netball culture, with Trusts Arena even hosting the 2007 World Netball Championships.

Auckland’s motorsports fans are not left out either. Pukekohe Park Raceway is a notable venue for both thoroughbred horse racing and motorsports events, previously hosting a leg of the V8 Supercars series. Western Springs Stadium, a speedway racing hub since 1929, also doubles as a concert venue, hosting some of New Zealand’s largest concerts over the years.

With such a wide variety of venues catering to an array of sports and entertainment, Auckland continues to be a central hub for both sporting enthusiasts and concertgoers. The city’s sporting infrastructure showcases its commitment to nurturing a diverse and vibrant sports culture.