Taranaki - Home of Epic Events

Taranaki has earned a reputation as the events capital of New Zealand. Here's why...

NOV 2021

COASTAL ARTS TRAIL – present-Nov 2021 – Explore local art galleries in Taranaki.

TARANAKI GARDEN FESTIVAL – 29 Oct-7 Nov 2020 – A spring celebration of glorious gardens and events.

TARANAKI FRINGE GARDEN FESTIVAL – 29 Oct-7 Nov – A 10-day adventure into the homes of garden gurus throughout Taranaki.

ŌAKURA ARTS TRAILS – 30, 31 Oct & 6, 7 Nov 2021 – Explore studios of Taranaki artists.

COASTAL 5 – 20-21 November – The newest running event in Aotearoa.

DEC 2021

TSB FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS – 18 Dec -30 January 2022 – Pukekura Park comes alive after dark.

JAN – MAR 2022

LAB - 8 January – Live at the Bowl of Brooklands.

SYNTHONY – 5 February – Electro-dance anthems with Auckland’s Synthony Orchestra at the Bowl of Brooklands.

AmeriCARna – 23-26 February – A celebration of American car culture.

LORDE – 4 March – Live at the Bowl of Brooklands.

PSP Jetsprints – 5 March

WOMAD – 18-20 March – The World of Music and Dance at the Bowl of Brooklands and Brooklands Park.

OXFAM TRAIL WALKER – 27 March – New Zealand’s largest team endurance event.

Tri-Taranaki Festival – 26-27 March – Athletes compete over a range of events at Ngāmotu Beach.

Restrictions as a result of COVID-19 levels may impact on these events. For the most up-to-date information and events go to taranaki.co.nz/visit