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BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival 2026

A free two-day Diwali festival in Aotea Square, Auckland, on 31 October and 1 November 2026, with performances, Indian food stalls, projection shows and a fireworks display.

Aotea Square with Auckland Town Hall clock tower at dusk
Illustrative photo of Aotea Square, not from this event.
Photo: maticulous, CC BY 2.0

About

The festival is presented by BNZ and Auckland Council Events and delivered by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, with NZICA as a community partner. It runs from 12pm to 9pm on both days and entry is free.

The programme lists street performances, music and dance, projection shows, a Living Arts Centre, yoga and wellness sessions, Indian food such as pakora, pav bhaji and kulfi, and a festival marketplace of handmade crafts, clothing and gifts.

Highlights

  • Public fireworks display from about 8:50pm
  • Projection shows telling stories through light
  • Yoga and wellness sessions
  • Festival marketplace of handmade crafts

Details

Date
31 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
Time
12pm to 9pm daily
Venue
Aotea Square
Where
Auckland, New Zealand
Organiser
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited
Tickets
Free entry
Status
Confirmed
Dates checked Official page
31 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
Free entry

Hadath does not sell tickets. Dates and prices can change: confirm on the organiser's page before you buy or travel.