Vector Lights for BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival 2026

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Vector Lights for BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival.

Enjoy a spectacular light and sound show on the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge as we welcome in the Chinese New Year with the traditional colours and patterns of China. 

The Horse, a zodiac sign known for energy, independence and creativity, inspires this year’s show, symbolising passion, courage and forward movement for the year ahead.

The show will play from Monday 23 February to Sunday 1 March from 8.30pm until midnight, every 15 minutes.

Gather with friends and whānau to watch Vector Lights from your favourite viewing spots around Tāmaki Makaurau. Some of your favourites include Little Shoal Bay, Bayswater Marina and Westhaven Marina.

Share your view of Vector Lights on social media using #vectorlights

Head to vector.co.nz/lights to listen live, or to watch the livestream recording. 

Vector Lights is part of a smart energy partnership between Vector, Auckland Council and NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.