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Filling the Nest Fest void: Black Seeds to headline new Hawke's Bay music festival
Slackbarn festival will bring international acts to Havelock North.
Art Deco Festival returns for 2025 with new events and a communal singalong
'We’re incredibly proud to host such a diverse array of events.'
City'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.'
Things to do in Auckland this weekend
Tāmaki Makaurau is full of festivals this Saturday and Sunday.
Fried bear, snake over rice: Everything’s fair game at the Roadkill Cook-Off
Signs read: 'Eat at your own risk! Food is not inspected by the health department.'
Confirmed: Charli XCX to headline Laneway in 2025
The pop star will bring brat summer to Western Springs next February.
Tairāwhiti Arts Festival Rā Season attracts thousands with interactive Light Trail
The curator praises phenomenal feedback as the festival enters its final days.
So 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.
Nuit Blanche lights up Napier, boosting local businesses and spirits
Nuit Blanche drew 15,000 people to Napier, boosting local business and community spirit.
'We’re not just beaches and water sports': Hospitality sector preps for foodie celebration
Northland foodies have tough decisions to make during the first Savour Northland event.
Explore Te Ara i Whiti: Celebrating love and unity through contemporary art
Tairāwhiti Arts Festival's interactive sculpture exhibition returns.
Ready for an epic summer? 10 of the best New Zealand events for warmer climes
Festivals to get excited for.
Something for everyone as the Whangārei Fringe Festival makes a comeback
The Fringe Festival is back in Whangārei.
Drag queens are ready to slay in Palmy
'You still get the odd person that says you'll burn in hell.'
New Wellington street festival given the green light
The event will see Courtenay Place closed to make way for circus acts and live music.
Spring has sprung, so make the most of these Auckland events
With three festivals in one weekend, Auckland’s social calendar is beginning to heat up.
New festival to attract book lovers and writers
The festival launches in August next year.
Electric Avenue announces star-studded 2025 line-up
The festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a two-day gig and huge headliners.
Police release photos of alleged thieves after pride flags cut down
Last year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.
Dozens of pride flags cut down in Queenstown
Last year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.
Rhythm and Alps announce huge UK headliner
The popular Cardrona Valley festival is back with a huge line up.
'Celebrating Ōtautahi': Christchurch’s World Buskers Festival returning
Street artists and performers will fill the streets as event confirmed for 3 more years.
Coromandel youth music festival gets the nod
An independent commissioner says the organised music festival will benefit youth.
Love art? Check out these exhibitions in Auckland this weekend
Plus, Disney on Ice, markets and a restaurant month for foodies that can not be missed.
Eid Mubarak: Hundreds attend community Eid celebration
Over 250 people enjoyed celebrating the festival together.
Out of the sea and into the Oceans Festival
Seafood lovers will need to mark this event on their calendars.
Taupō light festival out to nail its place amongst the stars
It's all about location for Taupō's 'magical' Winter Festival light show.
Glastonbury Festival cancelled for 2026
Why is the famous British music festival taking a year off?
Coldplay bring Michael J. Fox on stage for historic Glastonbury set
The best-selling band will be performing three shows at Eden Park in November.
5 new experiences to try in Australia from July onwards
If winter is getting you down, check out these new things to do across Australia.
‘Best yet’: South Island music festival Selwyn Sounds reveals line-up
These artists dominated New Zealand’s charts during the 80s.
Oamaru Steampunk Festival 2024
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