Set along the stunning Tutukaka Coast, this new beer and food festival is the latest addition to the Savour Northland series, a celebration of regional flavour, creativity, and community. Powered by local event specialists Frankie J Creative, Beer and Loathing, and Belltech, the festival brings together Northland’s top craft beer producers, epic food vendors, and […]
Guard your lederhosen! Don your dirndl! Oktoberfest Ja! Book your Oktoberfest at Roost ticket asap! Event extraordinaires, Roost are hosting a festive Barvarian-style celebration of Beer and authentic food. With the help of our German neighbours at “All you Knead”, gather for a true dining feast of bratwurst, sauerkraut, obatzda, ham hock plus fresh sourdough […]
Join us for a weekend of waterfront celebration in the heart of Whangārei’s Town Basin! The Whangārei Maritime Festival returns for its third year, bringing together tall ships, hands-on maritime […]
Water as a Way to Escape That is Always Open Join us for a fascinating talk with Dr Joost de Bruin, Director of the Hundertwasser Art Centre, as he dives […]
The Whangārei Latin American Festival is a vibrant celebration of the cultures of Latin America! Come experience the culture and sounds of this diverse region through live music, dance performances, […]
Vibes OFF Vine is among us and we are stoked! Join us for Whangārei’s festival as William Fraser Park transforms into a buzzing hub of live music, food, culture and […]
TOWN BASIN CARNIVAL – WHANGĀREI Saturday 7th February 2026 • 10.00AM – 4.00PMTown Basin, Waterfront, Whangārei Get ready for a full day of ART, CRAFTS, CULTURE, HERITAGE, FOOD, FAMILY & […]
Tālofa lava, Mālō e lelei, Kia ora whānau! We’re excited to introduce 2026 Northland Pasifika Fusion Festival! Our vibrant celebration of Tagata Moana culture, unity, and pride! Theme for 2026: […]
ArtBeat is back — and it’s heading to Dargaville. This March, Creative Northland is hosting ArtBeat at the Dargaville Riverside Gardens, celebrating art, culture, and community. Come over to the […]
For the 14th year running, the Aotearoa Surf Film Festival is rolling into towns across the motu — bringing with it a healthy dose of salt-water cinema, surf culture, and […]
Celebrate the Māori New Year with a month-long programme of creativity, culture, and community at the Town Basin. From 15 June to 17 July 2026, join us in honouring the […]
Puanga on a Plate is a vibrant food festival celebrating Puanga Matariki with a delicious twist. Local eateries showcase their creativity by crafting dishes that resonate with the Puanga Matariki […]
Lighting up Lover's Lane every night of the festival! Discover the Puanga Matariki constellation of whetū, created by the community and projected onto the exterior wall of the Whangārei Central […]
Join us for two inspiring drop-in art workshops this Matariki. Step into a relaxed, welcoming space where you can explore your creativity, reflect on what's meaningful, and connect with others […]
Join us for two inspiring drop-in art workshops this Matariki. Step into a relaxed, welcoming space where you can explore your creativity, reflect on what's meaningful, and connect with others […]
Each month the LLAF Night Library Café will pop-up in a new location, to offer late night cosy coffee vibes and creative hands on activities.
The people of Hikurangi will be lighting up our Village and hosting an epic Matariki Festival! With lots of kaihaukai (feasting), indoor and outdoor markets, live performances, art displays, free […]
QUARRY ARTS FESTIVAL OF LIGHT | 15-18 JULY | 5PM-9.30PM An affordable and magical night out for the whole whānau! With interactive art, light shows, fire spinners, food trucks and […]