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Date Te rā me te wā
08-10 Mar
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Price Utu hoko
Free entry
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Location Te wāhi
Western Springs Park
Kia ora, kia orana, Ia orana, ni sa bula vinaka, aloha, kam na mauri, fakaalofa lahi atu, talofa lava, malo e lelei, fakatalofa atu and hello.
Pasifika Festival returns to Western Springs Park for a celebration of all things Pacific in 2026 on 14 and 15 March.
The iconic festival’s 8 villages are set to showcase the best of the 11 Pacific Island nations with world-class traditional and contemporary performances, food and much more.
Timings:
Sat 14 Mar 9am - 6pm
Sun 15 Mar 12pm - 6pm
Transport & Parking
The roads around Western Springs can get very busy during Pasifika Festival, so we strongly recommend planning your journey using public transport where possible.
Pasifika is a free Auckland Council Event delivered by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, a council-controlled organisation.
Location Te wāhi
Western Springs Park99 Motions Road, Western Springs, Auckland 1022
Plan your routeGetting there Te huarahi ki reira
Western Springs Park is accessible by car, bike, bus or on foot. Bus routes 11T, 11W and 18 stop on Great North Road, a short walk from the park. Parking is available nearby but can fill quickly on busy days. Plan your transport.
Transport details for future Pasifika Festival events will be confirmed closer to the event dates.
Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe
Follow the 1.75km lake loop, bring a picnic and enjoy the park’s birdlife but please don’t feed the birds. Auckland Zoo and MOTAT are also nearby.
Accessibility Huarahi ngāwari
Many paths around Western Springs Park are paved, although some areas are naturally uneven or sloped. Toilets and changing facilities are available within the park.
Accessibility information for future Pasifika Festival events will be confirmed closer to the event dates.