AUM New Year's Festival 2026

AUM New Year's Festival returns to Leighton's Farm in South Head from 30 December 2026 to 2 January 2027, bringing together more than 200 music, performing and visual artists across four themed stages.

Just an hour north of central Auckland, the festival features a diverse lineup spanning house, techno, drum and bass, psytrance, dub and more. Artists include Late Nite Tuff Guy, Sterac, Lady Starlight, Paige Julia, Frank Booker, Merkaba and Laughing Buddha, alongside local and international talent.

Beyond the music, explore art installations, circus performances, wellness workshops, food stalls and family-friendly activities. Festival tickets include camping, parking, showers and drinking water.

Dates: 30 December 2026 – 2 January 2027
Location: Leighton's Farm, South Head, Auckland
Age: All ages. Under-18s must attend with a ticketed parent or legal guardian.

Image credit: Marina Valle