Food festivals in Auckland worth planning a trip around, by month.

Festivals through the year

March 2027 3 festivals

Pasifika Festival

  • ★ 4.6
  • Expected 13-14 Mar 2027
  • Free entry

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser

Pasifika Festival is Auckland's annual Pacific Islander culture festival at Western Springs Park.

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Holidu, from USD 117 a night

Polyfest

  • ★ 4.4
  • Expected 18-21 Mar 2027
  • Tickets needed

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser

Polyfest is the world's largest secondary school Polynesian festival, held over four days at Manukau Sports Bowl, Auckland.

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Holidu, from USD 117 a night

Auckland Food Expo

  • ★ 3.3
  • Expected 20-21 Mar 2027
  • From $5

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser

Auckland Food Expo returns to Eventfinda Stadium on the North Shore on 20 and 21 March 2027, with makers, tastings, demonstrations and workshops across food and drink.

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Holidu, from USD 117 a night

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July 2027 1 festival

Matariki Festival

  • ★ 4.6
  • Expected 4-19 Jul 2027
  • Free entry

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser

Matariki Festival celebrates the Maori new year across Auckland for two weeks in July.

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Holidu, from USD 117 a night

August 2027 1 festival

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