{"id":649465,"date":"2026-11-03T05:40:10","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T05:40:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/649465\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T05:40:10","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T05:40:10","slug":"ultimate-summer-gig-guide-2026-2027-all-the-major-festivals-and-concerts-coming-to-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/649465\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate summer gig guide 2026-2027: All the major festivals and concerts coming to New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"

Iron Maiden <\/p>\n

When: November 7 and 8, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

Audiences will be \u2018running for their lives\u2019 to see the British metal legends this summer. Touting a setlist covering the biggest hits from their 50-year discography, Bruce Dickinson and his band are set to bring fire and fury to the Spark Arena stage.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

\"FlightFlight of the Conchords will bring tour their musical comedy across the country.<\/p>\n

Flight of the Conchords <\/p>\n

When: November 10, 14, 15, 16, Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington<\/p>\n

November 12, Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch<\/p>\n

November 18 and 19, The Civic, Auckland<\/p>\n

November 21, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

New Zealand\u2019s fourth most popular guitar-based digi-bongo acapella-rap-funk-comedy folk duo are back for their first local headlining tour since 2012. Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement got rave reviews for their Meow Nui warm-up shows.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Courtney Barnett<\/p>\n

When: November 18, BNZ Theatre, Hamilton<\/p>\n

November 20, Auckland Town Hall<\/p>\n

November 21, Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch<\/p>\n

November 22 Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington<\/p>\n

The Aussie singer-songwriter is bringing her deadpan singing style and storytelling prowess to NZ audiences in support of her new album, Creature of Habit. <\/p>\n

Tickets: Live Nation<\/p>\n

Jack Johnson<\/p>\n

When: November 20, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

November 22, Waipara Winehouse, Canterbury<\/p>\n

Hawaii\u2019s son of surf rock hits our shores, promising a nostalgic night of hits and stories for his Surfilmusic tour.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Rise Against <\/p>\n

When: November 24, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

The Chicago-born punk rock outfit is set to provide a taste of the 2000s at Spark Arena.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

\"RobbieRobbie Williams returns to New Zealand for two massive gigs. Photo \/ Paul Taylor<\/p>\n

Robbie Williams<\/p>\n

When: November 24, Eden Park, Auckland<\/p>\n

November 28, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch (Sold Out)<\/p>\n

Ex-Take That heart-throb and notorious British bad boy Robbie Williams might be in your wheelhouse if 2000s Britpop is more your style. The singer touches down for two massive arena shows, promising hits like Angels and Rock DJ.<\/p>\n

Tickets: AXS<\/p>\n

Cat Power<\/p>\n

When: November 26, Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland<\/p>\n

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of her beloved album The Greatest, Cat Power will play one night only on Auckland\u2019s North Shore. <\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

\"BoyzBoyz II Men will perform four New Zealand tour dates in December. Photo \/ Supplied<\/p>\n

December<\/p>\n

Boyz II Men<\/p>\n

When: December 1, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

With their voices still silky smooth, Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris and Shawn Stockman remain one of the defining boy bands of the 90s and the most notable R&B acts of all time. There\u2019s no End of the Road in sight as they take New Zealand by storm. Supported by other 90s legends Salt N Pepa and Bell Biv Devoe.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

J. Cole<\/p>\n

When: December 5 and 6, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

Nearly 10 years since he last came to New Zealand, the North Carolina rap superstar returns to promote his latest album The Fall-Off. Last time, he produced a full-scale prison yard on the Spark Arena stage, so expect big things this time.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

\"A$APA$AP Rocky will perform at Auckland’s Spark Arena on December 12. Photo \/ Live Nation<\/p>\n

A$AP Rocky<\/p>\n

When: December 12, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

A hip-hop heavy December continues in Auckland, with Harlem rapper A$AP Rocky returning to our shores after previously headlining Listen In festival in 2018. This time, he\u2019s set to bring a high-energy set, lots of flames and songs off his 2026 album Don\u2019t Be Dumb.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

The Clubhouse<\/p>\n

When: December 12, Hobson Wharf, Auckland<\/p>\n

In this day and age, you don\u2019t often get the chance to experience the first of something. But this open-air music event will take over Hobson Wharf for the first time in December. From 4pm, a line-up of international and local talent, including DJ sets from the likes of The Jungle Giants and Flamingo Pier will soundtrack what\u2019s being called the city\u2019s send off before the summer holidays.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Plan After<\/p>\n

A Perfect Circle<\/p>\n

When: December 13, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

Get ready to rock with this 2000s band. It\u2019s been more than 20 years since they performed a headline show in Auckland, and now they\u2019re back with fresh material and a heap of hits.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park<\/p>\n

When: November 28, Hagley Park, Christchurch<\/p>\n

December 12, Auckland Domain, Auckland<\/p>\n

Aotearoa\u2019s favourite free family-friendly Christmas concert returns with a stellar line-up, including local talents Lavina Williams, Ella Monnery and Dillon Rhodes.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Free<\/p>\n

\"GunsGuns N’ Roses last performed at Eden Park in 2022. Photo \/ Guns N’ Roses<\/p>\n

Guns N\u2019 Roses<\/p>\n

When: December 17, Eden Park, Auckland<\/p>\n

One of the world\u2019s most recognisable rock bands returns to New Zealand and our biggest stadium (they last performed at Eden Park in 2022). Catch Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan belt out all the hits from their lengthy career.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Queens of the Stone Age<\/p>\n

When: December 20, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

No One Knows what Josh Homme and his band of merry men will bring to Spark Arena this time. Last time, the rock frontman parted the crowd like the Red Sea and the band provided a setlist of new material and their greatest hits.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Hidden Valley <\/p>\n

When: December 27, Matakana Country Park, Matakana<\/p>\n

Electronic heavyweights Dimension and Armand Van Helden headline this yearly dance music festival. Expect drum and bass bangers and house hits. (R18)<\/p>\n

Tickets: hiddenvalleyfestival.com <\/p>\n

\"FatFat Freddy’s Drop. Photo \/ File<\/p>\n

Le Currents <\/p>\n

When: December 27 and 28, Riverside Park, Taup\u014d<\/p>\n

Funky fashion and chill tunes combine for this long-running summer staple. Ocean Alley, Fat Freddy\u2019s Drop and UK electronic legend Carl Cox will bring the beats and vibes to this summer hotspot. (R18)<\/p>\n

Tickets: lecurrents.com <\/p>\n

Rock The Bowl<\/p>\n

When: December 29, Bowl of Brooklands, New Plymouth<\/p>\n

The same three artists above will take their party to Taranaki to headline this epic pre-New Year\u2019s festival in an iconic Kiwi location.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketek<\/p>\n

\"RhythmRhythm and Vines 2026 will be last to be held in Gisborne. Photo \/ Rhythm and Vines<\/p>\n

New Year\u2019s Festivals (R18)<\/p>\n

Rhythm and Vines<\/p>\n

When: December 28-31, Waiohika Estate, Gisborne<\/p>\n

The final dance at its long-time Gisborne location, this New Year\u2019s rite of passage is leaving its spiritual home with a bang. DJ\u2019s John Summit and Netsky are expected to put on epic electronic showcases, while Kiwi acts Sir Dave Dobbyn, Te Wehi and Hori Shaw will bring the feel-good vibes while the East Coast sun sets.<\/p>\n

Tickets: rhythmandvines.co.nz<\/p>\n

Northern Bass<\/p>\n

When: December 30-31, Kaiwaka, Auckland<\/p>\n

After 15 years, this iconic electronic festival is still going strong, bringing acts like Andy C and Tonn Piper, JME, and Culture Shock to dance-mad audiences.<\/p>\n

Tickets: northernbass.co.nz <\/p>\n

\"PopPop singer Benee will headline Rhythm and Alps. Photo \/ Dave Simpson<\/p>\n

Rhythm and Alps <\/p>\n

When: December 30-31, Cardrona Valley, Central Otago<\/p>\n

Nestled in the picturesque Cardrona hills, South Island festival R&A touts an epic line-up including rapper Swae Lee, Kiwi singer Benee and Drum and Bass icons Shy FX.<\/p>\n

Tickets: rhythmandalps.co.nz<\/p>\n

Famous Last Words<\/p>\n

When: December 31, Mercury Baypark, Mount Maunganui<\/p>\n

Delta Heavy, Peking Duk and Bensley headline this one-day Tauranga festival, which is now in its fifth year.<\/p>\n

Tickets: trademarklive.co.nz<\/p>\n

\"TheThe Foo Fighters look to tear down Kiwi stadiums again. Photo \/ Cameron Pitney<\/p>\n

January<\/p>\n

Foo Fighters<\/p>\n

When: January 19, One NZ Stadium, Christchurch<\/p>\n

January 22, Western Springs Bowl, Auckland<\/p>\n

Their live show once registered on New Zealand\u2019s Richter scale because of how loud it was. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Foo Fighters are a force to be reckoned with and return to NZ for two outdoor shows.<\/p>\n

Tickets: frontiertouring.com <\/p>\n

Soundsplash<\/p>\n

When: January 22-24, Wainui Reserve, Raglan<\/p>\n

While the line-up for this popular summer festival is yet to be announced, it promises family-friendly camping options and plenty of fun down by the beach.<\/p>\n

Tickets: soundsplash.co.nz <\/p>\n

Greenstone Summer Concert Tour<\/p>\n

When: January 30, Three Parks Outdoor Arena, W\u0101naka<\/p>\n

January 31, Taupo Amphitheatre, Taupo<\/p>\n

Kiss from a Rose hitmaker Seal will make his first New Zealand appearance when he headlines this star-studded summer tour alongside UK pop star Sophie Ellis-Bextor and electronic band Bastille.<\/p>\n

Tickets: greenstoneentertainment.co.nz <\/p>\n

LAB and Stan Walker<\/p>\n

When: January 31, Trusts Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

This massive outdoor gig brings together some of the best sounds of a Kiwi summer. Nesian Mystik will also perform their first Auckland gig in 15 years.<\/p>\n

Tickets: loop.co.nz<\/p>\n

\"EmpireEmpire of The Sun will bring their unmatched vibe to Spark Arena.<\/p>\n

February<\/p>\n

Empire of the Sun<\/p>\n

When: February 19, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

After wowing crowds at Electric Avenue in Christchurch a few years ago, the Australian duo return with their trippy production and timeless songs like Walking on a Dream and Alive.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Laneway <\/p>\n

When: February 21, Western Springs, Auckland<\/p>\n

Fashion and fun combine for this iconic Auckland Festival, which will this year feature Paramore frontwoman Hayley Williams and rock band Fontaines DC as the headline acts. (R18)<\/p>\n

Tickets: lanewayfestival.co.nz <\/p>\n

Kings of Leon <\/p>\n

When: February 24, Auckland Domain, Auckland<\/p>\n

Missed out on Electric Avenue tickets? Before they hit the Christchurch festival, Kings of Leon are headlining Auckland\u2019s Live at the Domain concert alongside Aussie surf rockers Ocean Alley. Expect a chilled-out concert filled with bangers long into the setting sun. (R18)<\/p>\n

Tickets: endeavour.live<\/p>\n

Electric Avenue <\/p>\n

When: February 26-27, Hagley Park, Christchurch<\/p>\n

New Zealand\u2019s biggest music festival is set to deliver its most bombastic line-up yet, featuring DJ legend Calvin Harris and rock band Kings of Leon alongside international and homegrown talent. Tickets are already sold out, and the event is expected to pump millions into the local economy. (R18)<\/p>\n

Tickets: Sold Out. Resale will be available closer to the time at electricavenue.co.nz<\/p>\n

\"SimpleSimple Minds frontman Jim Kerr performs at the Taup\u014d Summer Concert on January 27, 2024. Photo \/ Dan Hutchinson<\/p>\n

Simple Minds<\/p>\n

When: February 25, Spark Arena, Auckland <\/p>\n

February 27, TSB Arena, Wellington <\/p>\n

March 1, Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch<\/p>\n

New Zealand said Don\u2019t You Forget About Me, and Simple Minds didn\u2019t. The popular 80s new wave band will tour the country this summer with their extensive catalogue of hits.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

\"WeezerWeezer will play in New Zealand in 2027. Photo \/ Supplied<\/p>\n

March<\/p>\n

Weezer<\/p>\n

When: March 7, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

Say it is so! The iconic noughties geek-rockers will put on one show only in Auckland, bound to be a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Third Eye Blind and Fountains of Wayne are also on the bill.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Bryan Adams<\/p>\n

When: March 10, Spark Arena, Auckland (Roll With The Punches show)<\/p>\n

March 12, Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch (Roll With The Punches show)<\/p>\n

March 13, Dunedin Town Hall, Dunedin (Bare Bones acoustic show)<\/p>\n

March 15, Wellington Town Hall, Wellington (Bare Bones acoustic show)<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the best of both worlds for fans of Canadian singer Bryan Adams, who will perform two different styles of shows when he returns to New Zealand. Roll With The Punches promises a full-throttle rock gig with new material and old, supported by Torn singer Natalie Imbruglia, while Bare Bones will see the singer soften up with special acoustic songs.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

\" Bruno Mars and fellow Silk Sonic member Anderson .Paak (right) will perform together on Mars’ The Romantic Tour in Auckland next year. Photo \/ Daniel Ramos<\/p>\n

Bruno Mars<\/p>\n

When: March 13, 14, and 16, Eden Park, Auckland<\/p>\n

The pop juggernaut is on track to sell out all three shows of his Eden Park residency, equalling the record set by Coldplay in 2024. Bringing his Romantic Tour to our shores with friend and bandmate Anderson. Paak, Mars will have the crowd swooning with ballads like When I Was Your Man and Risk It All.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Limited remain via Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

WOMAD<\/p>\n

When: March 12-14, Bowl of Brooklands, New Plymouth<\/p>\n

After it was cancelled last year, one of our most beloved music and arts festivals is back. Aotearoa Music Award winner Geneva AM and national treasure Troy Kingi are among the names in this year\u2019s impressive line-up.<\/p>\n

Tickets: womad.co.nz<\/p>\n

Ronan Keating<\/p>\n

When: March 16, Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch<\/p>\n

March 18, Spark Arena, Auckland<\/p>\n

The Irish swooner recently told the Herald he loves our wine and golf, so it\u2019s no secret he\u2019s stoked to be returning to New Zealand for two massive shows. The singer teased he would perform all the hits like Life Is A Rollercoaster and When You Say Nothing At All, as well as some of his earlier material with Boyzone.<\/p>\n

Tickets: Ticketmaster<\/p>\n

Synthony<\/p>\n

When: March 20, Auckland Domain, Auckland<\/p>\n

The full force of a symphony orchestra, DJs and vocalists combine to create one of New Zealand\u2019s most popular and unique summer festivals. Paul Oakenfold (UK) and Poolside (US) will also do their own sets for this summer scorcher.<\/p>\n

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