Puanga Festival

Next date: Friday, 10 July 2026 | 03:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Image shows people gathering around the colourful light poles, with screens and stages at background

Join us to celebrate Puanga in Palmerston North.

This event returns to the Pit Lanes for 2026, as we come together to bring in the Māori New Year.

Enjoy a range of kai options, live entertainment from local groups - including kapa haka, and plenty of activities for tamariki. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about why Puanga is celebrated in the region (instead of Matariki) and what it means to local iwi.

More information on what to expect will be shared soon.

Get involved

Interested in hosting a stall at this year’s event? Keep an eye on this page - applications will open soon!

When

Friday, 10 July 2026 | 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Location

Central Energy Trust Arena - Pit Lane, 61 Pascal Street, Palmerston North Central, 4410, View Map

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Cost

Free

Contact

Palmerston North City Council Events Team

pnevents@pncc.govt.nz

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Attendees at this public event may be recorded by Palmerston North City Council or our contractors, including drone footage. Images and audio-visual recordings of the event may be published for promotional activities, by the Council or one of our affiliated partners.