EntertainmentThree-day Auckland music festival to end in 2026Organisers said the large festival has become difficult to sustain. 15 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandDon't panic, remember your towel: Sci-fi music festival touching down in TakapauThe CHB Sanctuary Sounds festival theme is retro-futuristic world of vintage sci-fi.02 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandBalloons over Waikato Nightglow tickets to be released across eight datesEvent organisers decide on “staggered approach” to support fair access.01 Dec 11:34 PM
LifestyleFestive spirit rising: The best of arts and culture across the city this weekend14 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: Circus magic, spooky mazes and summer swims31 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Most beautiful venue': Hawke's Bay's Slackbarn festival ups the scale for second year01 Oct 09:53 PM
EntertainmentWaititi and Ora take on infamous Fyre Fest flop in new stage musicalModels Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid promoted the doomed 2017 festival.09 Sep 01:52 AM
New ZealandWonder in the skies: Drone show crowned NZ’s best cultural eventThe win is hailed as proof Aronui Arts Festival's 'bold new step' has paid off.03 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandSuccess with a meatball: Hastings festival named top food event of 2025Hastings Meatball Festival has won a major honour at the NZ Event Awards.03 Sep 03:51 AM
Entertainment'Historic booking': Split Enz to reform, Dom Dolla to headline Electric Avenue 2026The festival will host a record 45,000 people daily on an expanded site.02 Sep 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are our summer events dying out?OPINION: Several festivals have cancelled or will cancel, but organisers intend to return.02 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHomegrown music festival releases first line-up for 2026Over 30 acts are on the first line-up, with more to be announced in October.01 Sep 07:30 PM
Travel newsFive events you should not miss this SeptemberPrepare your September for an array of festivities.30 Aug 05:25 PM
Christchurch'Sincerely apologise': Music festival attendees caught up in privacy breachRolling Meadows said the error was caused by a fault of ticketing company, Flicket. 26 Aug 01:04 AM
New ZealandTake a punt on the line-up: Popular music festival selling early tickets for $60Outfield's co-founders don't want financial barriers to get in the way of festival fun. 12 Aug 03:47 AM
EntertainmentControversial rapper joins Rhythm and Alps lineup for 15-year anniversaryThe headlining act will return despite past controversy, joining Rudimental and Santigold.11 Aug 09:40 PM
Entertainment'Long may it continue': NZ events industry sees promising revivalLorde and Ed Sheeran have recently announced shows following a period of 'public malaise'.28 Jul 07:38 AM
Travel newsThe travel highlights you’ll want to bookmarkKeep up with what's new in travel. 19 Jul 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Martin Henderson’s house with Kiwi girlfriend; Designer expands into Arrowtown; AFC star’s romantic proposal Plus, Taika and Lorde party with the stars at Glastonbury.02 Jul 05:00 PM
Entertainment'Always a dream': Kiwi country music star Kaylee Bell announces biggest NZ headline shows to dateBell was 'back on the stage about six weeks' after giving birth to her young son James.30 Jun 12:13 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: Matariki, midwinter magic and must-see showsPerformances, cultural celebration and a whole lot of lights.13 Jun 05:00 PM
Entertainment'Loving and leaving': How divorce helped fuel Shorty St alum's creative callingNisha Madhan says leaving the show – and her husband – helped unlock her potential.11 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Batley Burton accidentally hit by husband's car, Spencer family's winery; new rich-list couple Plus, Sally Ridge's latest reno project.04 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentRutene Spooner's new show pays homage to his musical rootsThe show aims to connect with kaumātua, celebrating classic jazz and crooning.03 Jun 02:00 AM
ReviewsHighlights from the last days of the New Zealand International Comedy FestivalThe NZ International Comedy Festival is under way in Auckland and Wellington. 24 May 04:00 AM
LifestyleWhy this weekend is perfect for exploring Auckland's vibrant eventsPry yourself from the clutches of your couch and explore Tāmaki Makaurau.23 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Significant win': New Homegrown host city confident in pulling it offHomegrown is returning to its roots and being welcomed with open arms.08 May 06:00 PM
Entertainment'Ready and excited': New location for Homegrown festival revealedHomegrown is returning to its roots, dubbed an 'unbeatable location' by the local mayor.05 May 07:45 PM
EntertainmentSold out: How a music festival smashed visitor spend records 'held since 1974' Electric Avenue drew about 75,000 attendees to Hagley Park this year.29 Apr 07:00 PM
