EntertainmentFestival bans headdressTraders at next year's Glastonbury Festival have been banned from selling Native American headdresses following an online petition that got just 65 signatures.15 Oct 09:30 PM
EntertainmentYoussou N'Dour brings world sounds to WomadAs earlybird tickets go on sale for Womad 2015, the festival has revealed a sneak peek at the line-up, announcing two grand international stars: effervescent balladeer Rufus Wainwright and lifelong star of world music Youssou N'Dour.08 Oct 06:00 PM
EntertainmentSplore gathers more acts for partySplore Festival, which goes from being biannual to annual next year, has announced another handful of artists to add to the bill for its three-day party from February 20 to 22 at Tapapakanga Regional Park.17 Sep 05:30 PM
EntertainmentLaneway confirms date, venue for 2015Auckland music festival Laneway has confirmed it will return to Silo Park for next year's event, to be held on January 26, 2015.08 Sep 11:00 PM
EntertainmentBurning Man festival delayed by severe rainRelentless rain has put an end to revelry at this year’s Burning Man festival before it could even begin.27 Aug 01:15 AM
TravelScotland: Curtain's up in EdinburghSummer is festival time in Edinburgh, and thousands of visitors descend on the Scottish capital to see some of the best new talent in arts and entertainment.04 Aug 03:00 AM
TravelSamoa: Blooming lovely at TeuilaFlower festival is a chance to sample more than sun and sand in Samoa, writes Robyn Yousef.06 Jul 04:15 PM
TravelFeeling the spirit of MatarikiIn honour of Matariki, Danielle Wright rounds up activities that everyone can enjoy, from twilight bush walks to narrated waka sailings.04 Jul 09:00 PM
EntertainmentPhotos: Glastonbury 2014Photos from the 2014 Glastonbury music festival in England. 29 Jun 03:00 PM
WorldThe shortest route to GodIf you're in a hurry to meet your maker, a religious pilgrimage may be the most direct route.28 Jun 03:36 AM
LifestyleCrowds turn out for festival funFine, warm weather greeted the thousands of people who lined the Queenstown CBD today to take in the action from the Golden Mile and the annual Street Parade.21 Jun 11:27 PM
TravelBay of Islands: Winging it in RussellThe sky is the limit as a Northland town turns on the charm for a winter festival, writes Elisabeth Easther.21 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelFour fruity festivalsSmall town New Zealand does wonderful and whacky to keep up our winter spirits.20 Jun 11:00 PM
EntertainmentReggae festival looks to move northAuckland could be on the verge of inheriting the Raggamuffin reggae music festival from Rotorua.18 Jun 10:00 PM
EntertainmentHilltop Hoods want to impress KiwisAussie rap crew Hilltop Hoods are so big at home they make newspaper headlines just by going out for lunch.12 Jun 04:00 AM
TravelQueenstown Winter Festival: Free and fun in the snowThis year's festival runs from June 20-29. Motorhome Republic have picked their top 10 free events at the big party.04 Jun 04:15 PM
TravelNelson: Art for art's sakeMatt Philp meets some of the creative talent behind Nelson's upcoming winter festival season.27 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandKiwis still unsure of AsiansDespite nearly a quarter of Aucklanders being Asian, the wider Kiwi community still has an unwillingness to engage with a group it considers to be "exotic other".07 Apr 04:15 PM
New ZealandSummer fun gives city a $19.3m liftConfirmation that the Rolling Stones are rescheduling their concert in Auckland is not just good news for fans. It is good news for the local economy. Here's how.06 Apr 04:15 PM
TravelFour of the best walking festivalsWander the country's hills and dales on one of these picturesque hikes.04 Apr 03:15 PM
LifestyleSt Patrick's Day: Great day for the IrishFebe Homes and Paul Murtagh were just some of the thousands of people decked in green hats and shamrocks who celebrated St Patrick's Day yesterday.17 Mar 03:15 PM
LifestyleSt Patrick's Day - what's on around AucklandDanielle Wright discovers ways to paint the town green this St Patrick’s Day.16 Mar 06:00 PM
TravelCalifornia: Hard Rock in the heartPalm Springs is party-town again, writes Leena Tailor.08 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestylePacific AucklandIt's one of the city's most popular festivals, but you can enjoy the Pasifika feeling any time of year, writes Catherine Smith.07 Mar 09:00 PM
TravelWellington: Festivity in the capitalAudiences are wowed in New Zealand’s cultural hotspot, writes Sarah Lang.01 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelWhite Night Festival: Up all nightRachel Bache battles aching feet to take in as much of Melbourne's White Night Festival as she can before sunrise.24 Feb 07:00 AM
New ZealandBrown's wife with him as he fronts upMayoress Shan Inglis yesterday accompanied her husband Len Brown to the Howick Military Tattoo - an event from which the mayor had been told to stay away.23 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandTime for fun - city events draw crowdsSpectators and supporters lined the length of Ponsonby Rd to watch the Pride Parade on Saturday night. More than 40 floats and groups partied their way from Karangahape Rd to Victoria Park, where the Proud after-party carried on into the night.23 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionConcert review: Splore three days to rememberFrom calypso to virtuoso Indian music, the festival showcased some astonishing acts, with punters to match.16 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleFestival spreads its wingsAuckland's favourite Chinese festival is celebrated this weekend around the city.14 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandBig weekend has fans spoiled for choiceArt, music and sporting fans have been spoiled for choice with the NRL Auckland Nines, Rapture 2014 and Splore events occurring in the city this weekend.14 Feb 04:30 PM
