EntertainmentAuckland festival calls it quits after decade-long runIt follows a string of cancellations, including One Love, Splore and Longline Classic.12 May 11:56 PM
New ZealandFree Korean Story Festival brings Hamilton Gardens to lifeKorean food stalls and traditional games will offer an immersive experience.17 Apr 08:00 PM
New Zealand‘This is just the start’: New queer arts festival launches in WaikatoThe Waikato Queer Arts Festival offers a multi-day programme of events.17 Apr 04:48 AM
New Zealand‘We’d love to be friends’: Chinese children send art and aroha to Hastings for Lantern Festival08 Apr 06:00 PM
PremiumTelecommunicationsSpark tests 5G+ ‘fast lane’ to keep phones connected at packed events22 Mar 10:13 PM
ReviewsMitchell Hageman'It's like the Auckland Coachella': A night at the epic Synthony Festival21 Mar 06:20 PM
New ZealandA small city rises in Auckland Domain: How Synthony’s biggest-ever show is setting up a global showcase'We've got a special show,' vows Synthony's promoter, David Higgins.18 Mar 03:11 AM
Entertainment'It's exceeded my expectations': Hamilton embraces Homegrown moveActs like Six60, Fly My Pretties and The Datsuns drew big, energetic crowds.15 Mar 04:19 AM
Wellington'Pride is still a protest': Wellington marks 40 years of NZ's longest-running Pride festival On March 15, 1986, the first Gay and Lesbian Fair was held in Newtown, Wellington.15 Mar 02:29 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment‘Live performance keeps me alive’: Why Jordan Luck won’t leave the stageThe Exponents are set to play to about 40,000 fans at Auckland Domain.14 Mar 05:07 PM
LifestyleFrom Pasifika to wooden boats: Where to go in Auckland this weekendThere's nary a public space in Tāmaki Makaurau that isn't occupied by an event.13 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelWellington on a good day is annoyingly perfectWellington’s compact centre links galleries, cafes and harbour walks on foot.13 Mar 06:00 AM
WellingtonWoman accidentally pays $700 for takeaway latte at Wellington festival'It's someone else's hard-earned money,' Wellington stall owner Sam Somers said.09 Mar 06:00 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekend: Our top arts and events picksEvents range from free Samoan fire dancing to luxe Lexus Urban Polo in Parnell.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Bill Clinton's ties to Epstein, KiwiSaver rates changeNZ Herald Morning News Update | Bill Clinton's ties to Epstein, KiwiSaver rates change, child poverty stats show no improvement. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Feb 07:18 PM
New ZealandPharmacy sells $1m winning Lotto ticket amid Art Deco FestivalDid you go to the famous Napier festival? The winner has yet to claim their prize.22 Feb 10:44 PM
EntertainmentFarewell to the Splore festivalAfter years of music, colour and community at Auckland’s Tāpapakanga Regional Park, Splore has taken its final bow, marking the end of an era. Video / Corey FlemingWatch22 Feb 06:56 AM
Travel newsHow to add lanterns, street food and underwater dining to your next summer getawayMake summer count with lanterns, street food and iconic events21 Feb 06:49 PM
TravelNick Cave launched NZ’s arts festival in Wellington and we’re still buzzingAotearoa NZ Festival of the Arts in Wellington runs from February 24 – March 15.21 Feb 05:00 PM
PhotosSplore Festival 2026: The Final Herald visual journalist Corey Fleming captured the final Splore Festival, marking the end of a cultural chapter at Tapapakanga Regional Park. 21 Feb 07:01 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: Pride, parades, films and foodAnother weekend in Tāmaki Makaurau, another slew of events to keep you entertained.20 Feb 04:00 PM
Herald NOWThe last dance: Splore festival to host its final event this weekendSplore festival director John Minty talks to Ryan Bridge about the end of an era. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch19 Feb 08:38 PM
LifestyleFrom lanterns to lion dances: Where to celebrate Lunar New Year in AucklandLanterns, lion dances, fireworks and K-pop feature in family-friendly line-ups.16 Feb 08:01 PM
AucklandProtester removed after storming stage towards MPs at Auckland's Big Gay Out festivalSecurity dragged the protester back into the crowd as MPs watched on.15 Feb 06:58 AM
Travel newsFour cities, one summer: Where to find the biggest festivals across the regionNever run out of things to do this summer.14 Feb 05:00 PM
LifestyleBest things to do in Auckland this weekend: Pride, opera, AfroFest and moreThere’s a lot more happening in Tāmaki Makaurau than just roses and chocolates.13 Feb 04:00 PM
Entertainment'This is insane': Traffic jam leaves festivalgoers stranded for hours in heatOrganisers blamed the delays on Waitangi Day traffic and visitors to nearby Te Ārai Links.06 Feb 11:15 PM
EntertainmentChappell Roan says coming to NZ has shown how ‘scared’ she is in USThe Grammy winner described New Zealand's embrace of the queer community as 'awesome'.05 Feb 09:43 PM
New ZealandOn a roll: Hastings Meatball Festival returns with bigger menu and big namesThe festival runs from 5pm to 8.30pm on Friday, March 6.04 Feb 05:00 PM
