Splore 2026: Everything to know before attending the iconic festie's last hurrah

Oh my Splore! Festival time is approaching fast. Splore Festival is back at its iconic beachside home, Tāpapakanga Regional Park, for three full days of music, art, community, and wellbeing.

Kicking off from Friday 20 February – Sunday 22 February 2026 (Early entry available from Thursday 19 February) - there’s plenty going on, and we’ve got your sorted with all the info you need to walk around like pro - whether you've been before or not.

Here’s everything you need to know before you hit up the last ever Splore festival and give it a proper send off.

TICKETS

Limited tickets are still available so if you or anyone you know are prone to catching major FOMO - don’t wait, check here to secure entry!

Already sussed?! It’s recommended to save your ePass barcode by printing or screenshotting your ticket and having it handy on entrance. 

Reception may be patchy onsite and we don’t want you to delay your festie experience, do we?

ENTRY TIMES

The main festival is running all weekend long, but each day varies on entry and exit times.

Early entry: Thursday 19 Feb (2 PM - 9 PM, Thursday ticket holders only)

Gates: Friday–Saturday 8 AM - 9 PM | Sunday 8 AM - 12 PM (foot traffic 24/7)

Festival close: Sunday 4 PM (everyone cleared out by 7 PM)

You can leave and come back, but check gate times. Gates are open 24 hours for foot traffic.

PARKING AND TRANSPORT

A parking pass is required to be purchased in advance for ALL vehicles, except motor bikes, boats or reserved camping vehicles. Don’t have yours yet, grab it here!

Bonus, you can get a partial refund for having mates! Any 2-door vehicles with two passengers, any other vehicle with 3+ passengers and any electric vehicles can get some credit back to spend using the AWOP wristbands at the festie.

If you’re bringing a camper or house truck, you’ll need a Reserved Camper Vehicle Site, which must be booked early as spots are limited. 

Boats are welcome too, no charge for mooring, but they must pre-register and everyone onboard needs a Splore ticket.

You can leave anytime, but if you return after gate hours, your vehicle might lose its spot and you may need to pick it up at the front gate the next morning.

CAMPING TIPS

All festival tickets include access to free camping on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want guaranteed convenience, you can purchase reserved camping. 

Camping does not include vehicle parking, so you’ll still need a Parking Pass if driving. 

Campervan or house truck sites are 8m x 5m, suitable for all kinds of setups, and you can pitch a tent next to your reserved camper. 

Sites won’t include water or power, but showers will be available near Camp HQ for $10 per hot shower, which covers water trucking and greywater processing. 

Accessible campsites are available - contact Splore to secure a spot.

Parking in the campsite is strictly prohibited, so is camping in the car park - for safety reasons, of course!

FUN STUFF TO EX-SPLORE!

Splore is more than music - it’s an experience! The more you can get amongst the better.Hit up BodyFX for bio-glitter or an book on-site makeup session. The Piazza Stage hosts Have-A-Go sessions featuring circus, burlesque, salsa, and acrobatics. 

Into your fitness? Join Kayla Jade (@kaylagordine) for a morning run or walk on Friday and Saturday from 8:45 AM or take a walk with some amazing views of the The Art Trail.

For wellness, there’s yoga, movement, bodywork, and guided breath sessions led by experts!

SPLORE VENUE AND ENTRY RULES

Not allowed:

• BYO alcohol (searches will take place upon entry and throughout the festival)

• Glass of any kind (containers, bottles etc)

• Pets - don’t bring your furry friends to the venue

• Personal sound systems

• Open fires are strictly forbidden

• Single-use plastics, glitter, confetti, disposable items, and bean bags - be a tidy Kiwi

• Anti-social material like weapons, gang patches, knives, flares, private generators and PAs etc

• No illegal substances - though if you plan to enhance your experience Know Your Stuff will be onsite doing safety checks

Allowed:

• Contained gas cookers and BBQs

• Reusable water bottles

• Food (in non-glass containers)

• Portable phone charger/power bank

• Tent, sleeping bag, mats, torch/headlamp

• Rubbish bags

• Foldable trolley/wagon

KEEP IN MIND

Respect your fellow festival-goers, the environment, and the campsite rules.

The Tāpapakanga Regional Park is a significant historical archaeological site which is protected under law. Please follow the signage and respect the tangata whenua Ngati Whanaunga and Ngati Paoa by not entering areas marked as Waahi Tapu.

And most importantly, remember to make the most of this epic end of an era! We can’t wait to hear all about it.