EntertainmentUltimate summer gig guide: Coldplay, Laneway and all the events in betweenReady for NZ summer? These are all the festivals and concerts to mark in your calendar.14 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandBloom in the Bay: explore art, gardening, and wellness at Tauranga festivalPlay with pottery or learn how to make a knife at one of the many events.13 Nov 12:48 AM
New ZealandThe home where sustainable gardening is practised ‘in spades’Lorraine Ryan is showcasing her garden and her artwork.06 Nov 09:44 PM
New ZealandFilling the Nest Fest void: Black Seeds to headline new Hawke's Bay music festivalSlackbarn festival will bring international acts to Havelock North.20 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandArt Deco Festival returns for 2025 with new events and a communal singalong'We’re incredibly proud to host such a diverse array of events.'17 Oct 02:34 AM
New ZealandCity's 'budding and burgeoning' art scene gets two new leaders'To connect with others... through performance and art is vital for people’s well-being.'16 Oct 03:41 AM
New ZealandCarrington in Rotorua for Kupu Māori Writer’s FestivalForty distinguished authors, scholars, and writers from across Aotearoa will attend.15 Oct 03:01 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekendTāmaki Makaurau is full of festivals this Saturday and Sunday.11 Oct 05:00 PM
LifestyleFried bear, snake over rice: Everything’s fair game at the Roadkill Cook-OffSigns read: 'Eat at your own risk! Food is not inspected by the health department.'09 Oct 03:56 AM
EntertainmentConfirmed: Charli XCX to headline Laneway in 2025The pop star will bring brat summer to Western Springs next February.08 Oct 09:13 PM
EntertainmentSo confusing: Why was there a Brat-green Lorde billboard in Ponsonby?Appearing amid speculation Charli XCX will headline Laneway Festival, let's work it out.07 Oct 11:28 PM
New ZealandNuit Blanche lights up Napier, boosting local businesses and spiritsNuit Blanche drew 15,000 people to Napier, boosting local business and community spirit.07 Oct 03:17 AM
New ZealandLaugh Out Loud at the Whangārei Fringe Festival with local comedian Kipling Davies-ColleyFormer Whangārei Boys’ student returns to a home crowd.04 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentIs Charli XCX coming to Laneway Festival?Brat-green billboards cropped up, fuelling fan rumours.02 Oct 04:51 AM
New Zealand'We’re not just beaches and water sports': Hospitality sector preps for foodie celebrationNorthland foodies have tough decisions to make during the first Savour Northland event.27 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTairāwhiti Arts Festival celebrates creativity with stellar line-up this OctoberAcclaimed acts and thought-provoking shows highlight vibrant Tairāwhiti festival.26 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandExplore Te Ara i Whiti: Celebrating love and unity through contemporary artTairāwhiti Arts Festival's interactive sculpture exhibition returns.26 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFestival directors celebrate Gisborne Boys’ High School’s contribution to Longline Classic artGisborne's Longline Classic to feature students' art as well as Tiki Taane and Scribe.19 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom mushroom factory to fabulous float: What to expect at this year's Hastings Blossom Festival'I’ve always wanted to get involved, and this year is the perfect chance to do it.'19 Sep 02:07 AM
New ZealandFringe in the ‘Stings: The Bay’s ‘best little arts festival’ is backIt looks a little different this year.16 Sep 10:40 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekendAdd these events to your September calendar.13 Sep 07:30 PM
Entertainment'It’s been really hard’: Artists pulling out of major Auckland festival over funding woesTheatre boss says lack of financial support is stripping arts of the chance to perform.10 Sep 09:09 AM
LifestyleSpring has sprung, so make the most of these Auckland eventsWith three festivals in one weekend, Auckland’s social calendar is beginning to heat up.06 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandNew festival to attract book lovers and writersThe festival launches in August next year.06 Sep 03:48 AM
EntertainmentElectric Avenue announces star-studded 2025 line-upThe festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a two-day gig and huge headliners.03 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandLight up the night: Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival staple set to return despite festival cancellationA much-loved remnant of this year’s cancelled Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival will be back.29 Aug 11:11 PM
New Zealand‘Mother of the Nation’ Judy Bailey to share wisdom on ageingMoana Maniopoto, Dame Susan Devoy and Anne Salmond are also in festival line-up.29 Aug 04:36 PM
New ZealandPolice release photos of alleged thieves after pride flags cut downLast year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.23 Aug 01:05 AM
New ZealandDozens of pride flags cut down in QueenstownLast year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.21 Aug 09:58 PM
EntertainmentRhythm and Alps announce huge UK headlinerThe popular Cardrona Valley festival is back with a huge line up.21 Aug 05:00 AM
Lifestyle'Celebrating Ōtautahi': Christchurch’s World Buskers Festival returningStreet artists and performers will fill the streets as event confirmed for 3 more years.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A baby rave': The Wiggles headline new music festival for children'It’s more than a concert. It’s sort of like a ... baby rave.'12 Aug 02:30 AM
LifestyleLove art? Check out these exhibitions in Auckland this weekendPlus, Disney on Ice, markets and a restaurant month for foodies that can not be missed.09 Aug 10:01 PM
New ZealandGreat Kiwi Summer Festival: Light and sound show for Lake KarāpiroThe event celebrated its first year in 2023 after Covid cancelled it two years in a row.30 Jul 08:46 PM
