EntertainmentSplore festival shares full lineup for summer 2026 returnOrganisers failed to break even in 2024, prompting a fallow year.29 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandSix60 launch new summer festival in MatakanaThe line-up features artists including Yelawolf, Tash Sultana and Tami Neilson.20 Oct 07:00 PM
PremiumSmall BusinessBringing the buzz: Kiwi honey-based energy drink eyes overseas expansion after early growth20 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentHow Auckland’s oldest park is reclaiming its place as the city’s top venue16 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandBack to the hits: Th’ Dudes, Mockers and Stellar* ready to rock Havelock North13 Oct 10:56 PM
BusinessFailed music festivals owe $14m: Inside liquidators' battle with artists to claw back money07 Oct 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Most beautiful venue': Hawke's Bay's Slackbarn festival ups the scale for second year01 Oct 09:53 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: Live music, fresh flavours, and luxury resorts to brighten your October27 Sep 05:09 PM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: School holiday shows, concerts and family funLego fans, theatre buffs and little explorers will all find something to enjoy this break.26 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldLaneway artist's career unravels as he is linked to dead teenPolice executed a search warrant at a Hollywood Hills home linked to D4vd.24 Sep 01:44 AM
EntertainmentMachine Gun Kelly to play Auckland in next yearMGK, whose real name is Colson Baker, will play one Auckland show at Spark Arena.22 Sep 04:28 AM
EntertainmentLaneway 2026: Organisers announce Chappell Roan as headline actThe R18 festival's 2026 lineup is h-o-t-t-o-g-o!17 Sep 10:23 PM
EntertainmentLaneway Festival 2026 date shift puts Auckland show on non public holiday dayThe festival will be 18+ once again and stays in Western Springs. 16 Sep 01:07 AM
EntertainmentWomad music festival cancelledThe festival is taking a 'purposeful rest' for 2026.10 Sep 12:59 AM
New ZealandLeading entertainment figure named for sex crimes against babysitterThe Supreme Court has dismissed music promoter Pato Alvarez’s appeal. 09 Sep 05:26 AM
Entertainment'Historic booking': Split Enz to reform, Dom Dolla to headline Electric Avenue 2026The festival will host a record 45,000 people daily on an expanded site.02 Sep 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are our summer events dying out?OPINION: Several festivals have cancelled or will cancel, but organisers intend to return.02 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHomegrown music festival releases first line-up for 2026Over 30 acts are on the first line-up, with more to be announced in October.01 Sep 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Gut-wrenching': Gisborne music festival ending due to economic strainRising costs have made the festival economically unviable.29 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldNotting Hill Carnival chaos: Tube brawl breaks out amid record arrestsA reveller threw a drink at other people, sparking the fight at Baker Street station.27 Aug 05:34 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines locks in Grammy-winning rapper and film star as headliner for NYE festivalOther acts in the first line-up include Lance Savali and comedy musician Marc Rebillet.26 Aug 05:30 AM
Christchurch'Sincerely apologise': Music festival attendees caught up in privacy breachRolling Meadows said the error was caused by a fault of ticketing company, Flicket. 26 Aug 01:04 AM
TalanoaKiwi singer stopped in Hawaii after being recognised by customs officerA customs officer spotted the young star and asked for a photo.23 Aug 07:37 AM
New ZealandUK hitmakers Rudimental to headline expanded NYE festivalFamous Last Words returns to Bay Park Mount Maunganui on December 31, 2025. 19 Aug 09:40 PM
New ZealandThe morbid surprise for US singer at Auckland gig from one of his fansThe American singer and influencer was handed a fan's mother's ashes at an Auckland gig.19 Aug 05:32 AM
EntertainmentNorthern Bass festival reveals 2025 lineup with Aitch, Dizzee RascalCapacity is reduced to 6000, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly.14 Aug 05:30 AM
Herald NOWKiwi singer stuns Aussie judges and the Rhythm and Alps lineupThe latest entertainment news with Jenni Mortimer Herald NOW.Watch12 Aug 08:49 PM
New ZealandTake a punt on the line-up: Popular music festival selling early tickets for $60Outfield's co-founders don't want financial barriers to get in the way of festival fun. 12 Aug 03:47 AM
New ZealandRed red wine: UB40 to headline Bay Oval's first music festivalBay Oval's manager says this is the venue's first music event.08 Aug 04:00 AM
Entertainment'Bring your picnic, and your voice': Classic Kiwi band announced for Synthony FestivalThe March 2026 show will be The Exponents' first Auckland live performance in three years.06 Aug 06:00 PM
EntertainmentNorthern Bass, Splore revamp festivals amid economic challengesEconomic pressures and audience habits are reshaping NZ's iconic music festivals.31 Jul 07:00 AM
