New ZealandLast party of the decade: NZ's holiday hotspots this New Year's EveThousands of people have flocked to holiday hotspots across New Zealand.31 Dec 08:38 AM
Entertainment9000 festival-goers 'not impressed'Festival-goers have vented their disappointment after the Falls Festival was cancelled.29 Dec 12:58 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelArt of Burning Man rises from the ashes in exhibitionNew York Times: Monumental art pieces built for the festival normally go up in flames.22 Nov 07:08 PM
Lifestyle'It's got a deep message as well - corporate power on fire'Daniel Williams dressed up as the fire-struck SkyCity convention centre for Halloween.04 Nov 12:38 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Showtime for Tauranga Arts FestivalTen-day arts extravaganza gets under way. Made with funding from NZ On Air.25 Oct 01:26 AM
New ZealandNZ First to rethink pill testing at music festivalsSeveral MPs opposed the idea in a public clash over the issue.19 Oct 09:43 PM
New ZealandTaking Diwali, the festival of lights, on the roadThe Auckland Diwali Festival takes place on Oct 12 and 13.07 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentTop women filmmakers miss festival director cutA step back for an industry that has made steps towards greater gender equality.08 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMoon Festival set to be the next big cultural event for AucklandSkyCity pastry chefs will be baking NZ's largest mooncake to celebrate the festival.05 Sep 04:31 AM
EntertainmentThe Others Way Festival: Too many bands, not enough timeComment: Equal parts a homage to indie legends and a nod to up and comers.31 Aug 06:53 AM
New ZealandCarbon monoxide poisoning blamed in Kiwi's US deathThe death at Burning Man of a NZer is suspected to be from carbon monoxide poisoning.31 Aug 02:14 AM
New ZealandCrowd of 8000 enjoys 63rd Alexandra Blossom FestivalCrowd of 8000 enjoys 63rd Alexandra Blossom Festival. Video / ODTWatch30 Aug 02:46 AM
EntertainmentHow Woodstock inspired the Snoopy's sidekickThe evolution of Snoopy's sidekick during the era of gigantic music festivals is revealed.18 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandInteractive dance art aims to 'break barriers' in communityDaniel James said breaking barriers in the community was 'crucial' at the moment.05 Aug 02:48 AM
EntertainmentJay-Z and John Fogerty abandon Woodstock 50 following site relocationLess than 24 hours after Woodstock 50 organisers moved the festival things have worsened.29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSnow in Taupō for the school holidaysMount Ruapehu snow is no joke for these kids. Made with funding from NZ On Air.17 Jul 06:28 PM
New ZealandNight lights of Matariki enchant young and oldArray of colours on display at Stellar Festival of Lights enchanted people of all ages.13 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentBurning Man crowd limit acceptedBurning Man organisers confirm attendance cap under a new 10-year permit.30 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThis weekend we want to go to...Musicals, parody shows and beautiful music - you can see and hear it all this weekend.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandLights, food, action: New festival to turn Auckland into a winter wonderlandElemental AKL will run from July 1 to 31.22 Jun 09:12 PM
EntertainmentThis weekend we want to go to...Winter is here - but resist the urge to hibernate because there's heaps on this weekend.05 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldNever-ending Brexit story grips literary festival-goersBritain's anxiety takes centre stage at Hay ideas festival.04 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe best shows to see this weekendStaying entertained in Auckland this weekend: writers festival, comedy festivals, shows!15 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ hunt for electric bike stolen at Burning ManKiwis are on a mission to help reunite a US man with his stolen electric bike.09 May 04:24 AM
EntertainmentBeyonce reveals baby's heartbeat stoppedThe terrifying moment that led Beyonce to an emergency caesarean.20 Apr 02:29 AM
EntertainmentFire breaks out at CoachellaFestival-goers at Coachella were plunged into panic and urged to flee after fire outbreak.13 Apr 09:51 PM
LifestyleCraziest outfits from Coachella music festivalThe celebs turning heads as Coachella kicks into gear.13 Apr 09:45 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Marton Harvest Festival a weekend to celebrateScary scarecrows, harvest brides and winning brews. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Apr 03:06 AM
TravelClown's choice: Five best circus festivals around the worldProfessional clown Fraser Hooper gives the low-down on his five favourite festivals.26 Mar 10:00 PM
EntertainmentWorse than Fyre? 'Chaos' at washed out festivalThousands of attendees were urgently evacuated as dangerous mudslides began to form.24 Mar 10:28 PM
EntertainmentMusic festival overdoses:'There will be more deaths'The tragic cluster of senseless deaths has ramped up the debate about pill testing.18 Feb 06:16 PM
PoliticsArdern at a favourite event of John Key's: the Napier Art Deco FestivalAnd PM's partner Clarke Gayford has volunteered to be a judge at the Deco Dog Parade.15 Feb 05:00 PM
LifestyleSpiffing! Five minute guide to dressing Art DecoBreak out your grandpa's suit or nana's glad-rags. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Feb 12:15 AM
EntertainmentReview: One Love Festival delivers Common UnityComment: Everything about One Love is magical.30 Jan 03:00 PM