What’s on at the Festival, by day
This is your Festival.
A celebration of Tāmaki Makaurau in full colour. For 18 unforgettable days and nights, we invite you to see our city in a new light.
Snap a selfie with our ♥ TĀMAKI artwork in Aotea Square, soak up the Festival energy, and make a date to see a show (or several!) at one of our iconic venues. Only three more weeks until opening night!
Whakanuia, kia hurō tātou katoa.
CITY ENCOUNTERS is back for 2026 — a series of FREE events and moments in Tāmaki Makaurau, all throughout the Festival in March.
Start by dropping into the Festival Garden in Aotea Square — your home base for exploring the arts precinct and the Festival at large. Then follow the buzz to discover live music, glowing artworks, whānau adventures and pop-up surprise — and experience the city as a sandbox of Festival fun.
No tickets required! Just show up 👇
Explore CITY ENCOUNTERS
Ten Thousand Hours
Ihi. Wehi. Mana.
La Ronde
Whether you’re after unadulterated thrills, incredible artistry or an experience for the whole family, there's something for everyone at the Festival.
Start planning your Festival by checking out one of our curated shows for FUN SEEKERS, ARTS LOVERS and WHĀNAU below 👇, booking your tickets and making a date with us in March.
Explore shows for FUN-SEEKERS
Explore shows for ARTS LOVERS
Explore shows for WHĀNAU
