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Five people in fun costumes (carrot, lemur, two dinosaurs, traffic cone) wave by a lake, celebrating the "mid-winter swim is back!" event.
11 Jul

Pre Register for the More FM Taupō Mid-Winter Swim

More FM & MBP Advisors & Accountants can’t wait for another Mid Winter Swim happening Saturday July 11th.

25 Feb - 1 Mar

Simple Minds brings V Tour 2027 to New Zealand with Gary Numan

A massive celebration of electronic and synth-pop history is heading to New Zealand. Here is everything you need to know about dates, venues, and securing your tickets.

A woman with dark hair and a white illustrated dress leans on a large wooden speaker cabinet with "The edge" logo, while "SIENNA SPIRO" is written in large pink text.
27 Jan

Sienna Spiro brings her global My House Tour to New Zealand in 2027

One of the most remarkable new voices in global pop is heading to New Zealand for the very first time. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and venues for this spectacular headline debut.

A vibrant festival poster for High Altitude 2026 at Mt Hutt, depicting a lively ski scene with snowboarders, skiers, a lodge, and event details like music acts and dates.
12 Sep

High Altitude festival launches exclusive boutique experience at Mt Hutt

An exclusive boutique festival experience is hitting the slopes this winter. Here is everything you need to know about the lineup, the stages, and how to secure your tickets.

A man dressed as a pirate, with a hook hand and microphone, sings on a red-lit stage with the text "HOOK The Musical" and "The edge" logo.
29 Jun

'HOOK: The Musical' by Dan Webby (when he was 15) - SOLD OUT!

The Life and Times of James Hook and the People of Neverland. A Monologue Musical by Dan Webby Adapted by Meg Mansell.

A motocross rider, number 15, with raised arm, jumps over the Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship finish line, flanked by tall flames.
31 Oct

AUSX Supercross returns to New Zealand this October 2026

The world’s best Supercross riders are returning to New Zealand for a massive stadium spectacular!

A diverse group of people, many wearing orange hats, run and splash through water in a mid-winter swim event, with text overlay: "moreFM mid-winter swim with Spa World".
21 Jun

More FM's Mid Winter Swim with Spa World is Back!

Take the plunge on Sunday, 21st June and you could win a sauna thanks to Spa World Nelson!

A man with a beard and red baseball cap worn backward looks left, wearing a white t-shirt and silver chain, against a textured wall.
27 Jan

Bryson Tiller brings The Neo Trapsoul Tour to New Zealand 2027

One of the biggest names in R&B is returns to Aotearoa this coming January! The Neo Trapsoul Tour hits Auckland's Spark Arena with special guest Majid Jordan.

Four band members, including a woman in a red coat and a man with a bright red beard, pose on and around a black leather couch against a white background.
24 Jul - 8 Aug

Devilskin ‘Be like the River’ Tour with The Boondocks

The Rock presents Devilskin with their 10th Anniversary ‘Be like the River’ NZ Tour.

A crowd of people in swimsuits and costumes wades into the blue ocean water on a sunny day for the Whanganui Polar Plunge event.
21 Jun

Join the Whanganui Polar Plunge for 2026

Take the mid-winter plunge Sunday 21st June from midday at Castlecliff Beach. Gold Coin Donation.

A group of cyclists rides on a road along a scenic lake with mountains, under the "LAKE TAUPŌ CYCLE CHALLENGE" event text overlay.
28 Nov

Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge 2026

Cyclists from across New Zealand and beyond are invited to lock in their place at the 2026 Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge, with entries officially open for the iconic event taking place on Saturday 28 November 2026.

A coastal scene shows a "mid winter swim" event on Sunday, 21st June, with many people in the water and on the beach, featuring "More FM" and "Cuddon" logos.
21 Jun

More FM’s Coolest and Cheekiest Tradition

Take the plunge and you could win prizes including a Mitsubishi heat pump with installation thanks to Cuddon Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Red spray-painted logo with drips above "AUS/NZ TOUR" text, set against a background of torn vintage maps showing Australia and New Zealand.
2 Oct - 3 Oct

DnB Allstars returns to New Zealand for 2026 tour

The biggest brand in global drum and bass is heading back to New Zealand. Here is everything you need to know about dates, venues, line-ups, and locking in your presale tickets.

A woman with long dark hair wears a sparkly silver beaded dress with sheer cutouts and large hoop earrings, looking to her side against a bright white background with blurry reflective shapes.
16 Nov

Ashanti brings Rock Wit U tour to New Zealand 2026

An R&B icon is heading to New Zealand for a massive headline show. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and catching a music legend live.

Three smiling people dressed as snowmen emerge from the ocean during a "Polar Plunge" event, with many others in the water in the background.
21 Jun - 29 Nov

Visit Pāpāmoa Events

Celebrate community spirit and family fun in the heart of Pāpāmoa! The 2026 Visit Pāpāmoa event calendar has something for everyone. Gather your whānau, dress up and make lasting memories at these exciting FREE local events.

A graphic for a "mid-winter swim" event featuring More FM and Summit Refrigeration logos, splashing blue water, ice floes, snow-capped mountains, and snowflakes.
19 Jun

More FM Taranaki Mid-Winter Swim

More FM Taranaki is inviting you to come join us for the Mid-Winter Swim

Women's hockey players in black uniforms, seen from behind, raise their arms towards a cheering crowd in a stadium with banners, including one for the Hockey Nations Cup.
15 Jun - 21 Jun

FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup brings world class Hockey to Auckland 2026

A major global hockey event is coming to Auckland this June. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and backing the Vantage Black Sticks on home turf.

Seven members of BTS stand staggered in various dark suits against a dark wooden wall.
12 Feb - 21 Feb

BTS Live in Australia

The Edge are giving you your chance to see BTS live in Sydney!

A promotional poster shows two shirtless boxers, Nyika and Masson, facing off against a fiery dark background, with text announcing "LIVE IN AUCKLAND SAT 8 AUGUST EVENTFINDA STADIUM" and "TICKETS AT DUCOEVENTS.COM".
8 Aug

Nyika vs. Masson in the IBF World Title Eliminator this August 2026

Set to deliver one of the biggest nights in New Zealand boxing in recent years! Going down August 8th, 2026 @ Eventfinda Stadium, Auckland

A black and white close-up of Post Malone's face, showing his beard, mustache, face tattoos ("Tired" and a circle with a "P"), and metal teeth as he looks up.
21 Oct

Post Malone announces The BIG ASS World Tour for New Zealand 2026

One of the single biggest live acts on the planet is returning to New Zealand for a massive stadium show. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and what to expect.

A man sits cross-legged on green grass, holding an acoustic guitar, with the ocean and a cloudy sky in the background.
20 Nov - 22 Nov

Jack Johnson announces Surfilmusic New Zealand tour for November 2026

An extraordinary three-act lineup is heading to New Zealand this summer for a series of unforgettable outdoor and arena shows. Here is how to secure your tickets.

A large crowd of silhouetted people with raised hands at a concert, illuminated by numerous green and white laser beams fanning out from the stage towards the ceiling.
18 Jul

Deep Hard N Funky 2026

Deep Hard N Funky returns to New Zealand for winter 2026. Here is everything you need to know about the lineup, ticket release dates, and how to secure your entry.

A young woman gives a thumbs up behind a table with stacks of wrapped sandwiches, a grill, and condiment bottles, with Unison and More FM logos and "sideline supporters" text overlaying the scene.
23 May - 22 Aug

Unison & More FM's Sideline Supporters

Hawkes Bay's More FM and Unison are powering our Junior Sports Stars!

Three men, one in a suit jacket, one in a leather jacket, and one in a bomber jacket, stand side-by-side against a dark, textured background, looking directly at the camera.
28 Jul - 31 Jul

Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour

One of the most successful pop groups in history is finally returning to New Zealand. Here is everything you need to know about Westlife’s massive 25th anniversary world tour hitting our shores in 2027.

Aerial view of the Fieldays event, showing numerous white tents, machinery displays, and crowds in a large outdoor setting with green fields, overlaid with "Fieldays NZ" logo.
10 Jun - 13 Jun

Fieldays 2026

The Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event returns to Mystery Creek this June!

Four musicians perform on a dark stage: a drummer, a guitarist, a saxophonist, and a bassist, with the guitarist and saxophonist in the foreground looking at each other.
20 Aug - 22 Aug

The Dire Straits Experience Long Highway 2026 World Tour

The world’s greatest celebration of Dire Straits returns to New Zealand this August. Original band member Chris White leads an incredible seven-piece ensemble through the hits that defined a generation.

Three soccer players in action on a field—one in light blue, one in dark uniform kicking, and an orange-clad goalkeeper diving—with spectators and ads in the background, overlaid by a gold trophy logo and 'OFC PRO LEAGUE' text.
6 May - 24 May

OFC Pro League returns to Auckland for Round 6!

Making it's return to Tāmaki Makaurau for Round 6 this May 6th–24th, featuring epic clashes at Eden Park and Go Media Stadium!

A vibrant night scene at an outdoor festival shows a large stage with a glowing star, pyrotechnics, bright lights, laser beams, and letters, surrounded by an excited crowd of people.
4 Jul - 11 Jul

Mardi Gras 2026 brings huge lineup to Ohakune and Queenstown

The ultimate mid-winter dress up party returns to the snow. Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 dates, venues, and the massive first lineup announcement.

A wide shot of a large outdoor music festival with a massive crowd in front of the "PARK STAGE" under a cloudy orange sunset sky, featuring Jim Beam branding.
3 Apr

Jim Beam Homegrown 2027

New Zealand’s biggest celebration of local music is heading back to the Waikato. After a massive city-wide takeover, Jim Beam Homegrown confirms its 2027 return to Hamilton.

A black and white photo of a man with a mullet, wearing a backward cap, small sunglasses, a chain, and a patterned shirt, looking right with a faint smile against a bright, blurred city backdrop.
10 Jul - 11 Jul

LUUDE announces Aotearoa return this July

Australian electronic powerhouse LUUDE returns to New Zealand this July for two headline shows in Auckland and Wellington.

Four drag performers in vibrant outfits pose energetically on a purple background, with a white "SWEAT WITH PRIDE" text and a rainbow graphic.
1 Jun

Sweat With Pride this June 2026!

Sweat for 21 mins every day this June and raise life-saving funds for Rainbow Kiwis.

A bald, bearded man in glasses and a black shirt sings into a microphone while playing an electric guitar on a warmly lit stage, with another musician out of focus in the background.
25 Jul

Sir Dave Dobbyn 2026

The Breeze & More FM are proud to support Sir Dave Dobbyn's Regional Selected Songs Tour

25 Sep

Get your tickets for The Rock 2000 Live at Spark Arena

The biggest day of the year is back, all cheers to Jim Beam.

Charlie Puth holding a red-orange microphone against a sky backdrop
5 Nov

Charlie Puth 'Whatever's Clever World Tour' live in Auckland November 2026

Multi-platinum hitmaker Charlie Puth brings his ambitious Whatever’s Clever! World Tour to Auckland’s Spark Arena this November with a world-class band.

A neon sign on a black brick wall reads "QUIZ NIGHT" with "98.0 FM THE SOUND CLASSIC ROCK" and "KAMO CLUB" logos below.
1 May - 27 Nov

The Sound's Quiz Nights at Kamo Club!

A mix of music, sport and general knowledge, plus heaps of great prizes to win!

A bearded man with dark hair looks over his right shoulder towards the viewer, illuminated by warm light, with a bright light source in the blurry background.
9 Oct - 10 Oct

Noah Kahan Brings The Great Divide World Tour to New Zealand

Noah Kahan brings his highly anticipated The Great Divide World Tour to Auckland's Spark Arena this October.

12 Jun - 28 Jun

Te Wehi Announces Debut Album ‘I’m Home’ and Nationwide Tour

Chart-topper Te Wehi celebrates his debut album 'I’m Home' with a massive six-date nationwide tour across New Zealand this June.

A dark, glitchy concert poster for SOTA Presents State of the Art 3.0 Down Under, featuring an upside-down person, New Zealand tour dates for Wellington, Auckland, and Christchurch, and digital graphics.
18 Sep

Sota returns to New Zealand with State Of The Art 3.0

Sota returns to New Zealand this September with his massive State Of The Art 3.0 production show across three cities.

Eight smiling men of varying ethnicities pose in a playful human pyramid outdoors, dressed casually against a backdrop of shipping containers, pallets, and greenery under a bright sky.
31 May

Home Brew announces Last Week live at Auckland Town Hall

Aotearoa hip-hop royalty Home Brew perform their legendary EP Last Week live in full at the Auckland Town Hall this May.

Three people—a man, a blonde woman, and a dark-haired woman—stand in a line, looking directly at the viewer, bathed in red and blue lights against a white background.
13 Feb - 18 Feb

The Human League: Generations Tour

The legendary Human League return to New Zealand in February 2027, bringing four decades of synth-pop hits to three iconic venues.

Electric Avenue festival stage bright with lights at dusk
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Electric Avenue 2027

Lock in a massive two-day packed weekend of music on the grounds of Christchurch's famous Hagley Park.

A man with blue hair and a beard, wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with a black and red graphic print, a silver chain, rings, and blue nail polish, leans on a metal barrier.
10 Nov

Khalid Hits New Zealand for 2026 Arena Tour

Multi-platinum global superstar Khalid returns to New Zealand this November for a massive arena show at Spark Arena with special guest Lauv.

Three men stand in an industrial-looking space, with the central figure wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket while holding a camera, flanked by two others.
27 Nov

Two Door Cinema Club Announces Tourist History Anniversary Show in Auckland

Indie-rock icons Two Door Cinema Club hit Auckland this November to perform their legendary debut album Tourist History in full.

Black and white portrait of Robbie Williams in a suit, looking intently at the camera with his finger touching his left eyebrow.
24 Nov - 28 Nov

Robbie Williams Announces BRITPOP World Tour for New Zealand

Robbie Williams brings his massive BRITPOP World Tour to New Zealand this November, performing in Auckland and a historic Christchurch debut.

A Perfect Circle
13 Dec

A Perfect Circle Returns to New Zealand for First Show in 22 Years

After 22 years away, A Perfect Circle returns to New Zealand with special guest Puscifer for one epic night at Spark Arena.

Close-up of a man with reddish-brown curly hair, green eyes, and beard, wearing a white t-shirt, posing with his tattooed arm behind his head against a red background.
21 Aug - 24 Aug

Alex Warren Announces Second Christchurch Show Due to Overwhelming Demand

Grammy-nominated Alex Warren returns to New Zealand arenas this August with his massive Finding Family on the Road World Tour.

A group of people runs on a forest trail with dense green foliage, featuring the Aramex Kiwi Walk & Run Trail Series logo prominently displayed in the foreground.
28 Mar - 7 Nov

Aramex Kiwi Walk and Run Trail Series

We’re is getting you to the Aramex Kiwi Walk and Run Trail Series this year!

Mai FM Party in the Pacific event, with background of tropical beaches and audience at DJ set.
8 Nov - 13 Nov

Mai Presents Party in the Pacific

a multi-day island event set on the iconic Beachcomber Island Resort in Fiji

Five people in fun costumes (carrot, lemur, two dinosaurs, traffic cone) wave by a lake, celebrating the "mid-winter swim is back!" event.
11 Jul

Pre Register for the More FM Taupō Mid-Winter Swim

More FM & MBP Advisors & Accountants can’t wait for another Mid Winter Swim happening Saturday July 11th.

25 Feb - 1 Mar

Simple Minds brings V Tour 2027 to New Zealand with Gary Numan

A massive celebration of electronic and synth-pop history is heading to New Zealand. Here is everything you need to know about dates, venues, and securing your tickets.

A woman with dark hair and a white illustrated dress leans on a large wooden speaker cabinet with "The edge" logo, while "SIENNA SPIRO" is written in large pink text.
27 Jan

Sienna Spiro brings her global My House Tour to New Zealand in 2027

One of the most remarkable new voices in global pop is heading to New Zealand for the very first time. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and venues for this spectacular headline debut.

A vibrant festival poster for High Altitude 2026 at Mt Hutt, depicting a lively ski scene with snowboarders, skiers, a lodge, and event details like music acts and dates.
12 Sep

High Altitude festival launches exclusive boutique experience at Mt Hutt

An exclusive boutique festival experience is hitting the slopes this winter. Here is everything you need to know about the lineup, the stages, and how to secure your tickets.

A man dressed as a pirate, with a hook hand and microphone, sings on a red-lit stage with the text "HOOK The Musical" and "The edge" logo.
29 Jun

'HOOK: The Musical' by Dan Webby (when he was 15) - SOLD OUT!

The Life and Times of James Hook and the People of Neverland. A Monologue Musical by Dan Webby Adapted by Meg Mansell.

A motocross rider, number 15, with raised arm, jumps over the Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship finish line, flanked by tall flames.
31 Oct

AUSX Supercross returns to New Zealand this October 2026

The world’s best Supercross riders are returning to New Zealand for a massive stadium spectacular!

A diverse group of people, many wearing orange hats, run and splash through water in a mid-winter swim event, with text overlay: "moreFM mid-winter swim with Spa World".
21 Jun

More FM's Mid Winter Swim with Spa World is Back!

Take the plunge on Sunday, 21st June and you could win a sauna thanks to Spa World Nelson!

A man with a beard and red baseball cap worn backward looks left, wearing a white t-shirt and silver chain, against a textured wall.
27 Jan

Bryson Tiller brings The Neo Trapsoul Tour to New Zealand 2027

One of the biggest names in R&B is returns to Aotearoa this coming January! The Neo Trapsoul Tour hits Auckland's Spark Arena with special guest Majid Jordan.

Four band members, including a woman in a red coat and a man with a bright red beard, pose on and around a black leather couch against a white background.
24 Jul - 8 Aug

Devilskin ‘Be like the River’ Tour with The Boondocks

The Rock presents Devilskin with their 10th Anniversary ‘Be like the River’ NZ Tour.

A crowd of people in swimsuits and costumes wades into the blue ocean water on a sunny day for the Whanganui Polar Plunge event.
21 Jun

Join the Whanganui Polar Plunge for 2026

Take the mid-winter plunge Sunday 21st June from midday at Castlecliff Beach. Gold Coin Donation.

A group of cyclists rides on a road along a scenic lake with mountains, under the "LAKE TAUPŌ CYCLE CHALLENGE" event text overlay.
28 Nov

Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge 2026

Cyclists from across New Zealand and beyond are invited to lock in their place at the 2026 Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge, with entries officially open for the iconic event taking place on Saturday 28 November 2026.

A coastal scene shows a "mid winter swim" event on Sunday, 21st June, with many people in the water and on the beach, featuring "More FM" and "Cuddon" logos.
21 Jun

More FM’s Coolest and Cheekiest Tradition

Take the plunge and you could win prizes including a Mitsubishi heat pump with installation thanks to Cuddon Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Red spray-painted logo with drips above "AUS/NZ TOUR" text, set against a background of torn vintage maps showing Australia and New Zealand.
2 Oct - 3 Oct

DnB Allstars returns to New Zealand for 2026 tour

The biggest brand in global drum and bass is heading back to New Zealand. Here is everything you need to know about dates, venues, line-ups, and locking in your presale tickets.

A woman with long dark hair wears a sparkly silver beaded dress with sheer cutouts and large hoop earrings, looking to her side against a bright white background with blurry reflective shapes.
16 Nov

Ashanti brings Rock Wit U tour to New Zealand 2026

An R&B icon is heading to New Zealand for a massive headline show. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and catching a music legend live.

Three smiling people dressed as snowmen emerge from the ocean during a "Polar Plunge" event, with many others in the water in the background.
21 Jun - 29 Nov

Visit Pāpāmoa Events

Celebrate community spirit and family fun in the heart of Pāpāmoa! The 2026 Visit Pāpāmoa event calendar has something for everyone. Gather your whānau, dress up and make lasting memories at these exciting FREE local events.

A graphic for a "mid-winter swim" event featuring More FM and Summit Refrigeration logos, splashing blue water, ice floes, snow-capped mountains, and snowflakes.
19 Jun

More FM Taranaki Mid-Winter Swim

More FM Taranaki is inviting you to come join us for the Mid-Winter Swim

Women's hockey players in black uniforms, seen from behind, raise their arms towards a cheering crowd in a stadium with banners, including one for the Hockey Nations Cup.
15 Jun - 21 Jun

FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup brings world class Hockey to Auckland 2026

A major global hockey event is coming to Auckland this June. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and backing the Vantage Black Sticks on home turf.

Seven members of BTS stand staggered in various dark suits against a dark wooden wall.
12 Feb - 21 Feb

BTS Live in Australia

The Edge are giving you your chance to see BTS live in Sydney!

A promotional poster shows two shirtless boxers, Nyika and Masson, facing off against a fiery dark background, with text announcing "LIVE IN AUCKLAND SAT 8 AUGUST EVENTFINDA STADIUM" and "TICKETS AT DUCOEVENTS.COM".
8 Aug

Nyika vs. Masson in the IBF World Title Eliminator this August 2026

Set to deliver one of the biggest nights in New Zealand boxing in recent years! Going down August 8th, 2026 @ Eventfinda Stadium, Auckland

A black and white close-up of Post Malone's face, showing his beard, mustache, face tattoos ("Tired" and a circle with a "P"), and metal teeth as he looks up.
21 Oct

Post Malone announces The BIG ASS World Tour for New Zealand 2026

One of the single biggest live acts on the planet is returning to New Zealand for a massive stadium show. Here is everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and what to expect.

A man sits cross-legged on green grass, holding an acoustic guitar, with the ocean and a cloudy sky in the background.
20 Nov - 22 Nov

Jack Johnson announces Surfilmusic New Zealand tour for November 2026

An extraordinary three-act lineup is heading to New Zealand this summer for a series of unforgettable outdoor and arena shows. Here is how to secure your tickets.

A large crowd of silhouetted people with raised hands at a concert, illuminated by numerous green and white laser beams fanning out from the stage towards the ceiling.
18 Jul

Deep Hard N Funky 2026

Deep Hard N Funky returns to New Zealand for winter 2026. Here is everything you need to know about the lineup, ticket release dates, and how to secure your entry.

A young woman gives a thumbs up behind a table with stacks of wrapped sandwiches, a grill, and condiment bottles, with Unison and More FM logos and "sideline supporters" text overlaying the scene.
23 May - 22 Aug

Unison & More FM's Sideline Supporters

Hawkes Bay's More FM and Unison are powering our Junior Sports Stars!

Three men, one in a suit jacket, one in a leather jacket, and one in a bomber jacket, stand side-by-side against a dark, textured background, looking directly at the camera.
28 Jul - 31 Jul

Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour

One of the most successful pop groups in history is finally returning to New Zealand. Here is everything you need to know about Westlife’s massive 25th anniversary world tour hitting our shores in 2027.

Aerial view of the Fieldays event, showing numerous white tents, machinery displays, and crowds in a large outdoor setting with green fields, overlaid with "Fieldays NZ" logo.
10 Jun - 13 Jun

Fieldays 2026

The Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event returns to Mystery Creek this June!

Four musicians perform on a dark stage: a drummer, a guitarist, a saxophonist, and a bassist, with the guitarist and saxophonist in the foreground looking at each other.
20 Aug - 22 Aug

The Dire Straits Experience Long Highway 2026 World Tour

The world’s greatest celebration of Dire Straits returns to New Zealand this August. Original band member Chris White leads an incredible seven-piece ensemble through the hits that defined a generation.

Three soccer players in action on a field—one in light blue, one in dark uniform kicking, and an orange-clad goalkeeper diving—with spectators and ads in the background, overlaid by a gold trophy logo and 'OFC PRO LEAGUE' text.
6 May - 24 May

OFC Pro League returns to Auckland for Round 6!

Making it's return to Tāmaki Makaurau for Round 6 this May 6th–24th, featuring epic clashes at Eden Park and Go Media Stadium!

A vibrant night scene at an outdoor festival shows a large stage with a glowing star, pyrotechnics, bright lights, laser beams, and letters, surrounded by an excited crowd of people.
4 Jul - 11 Jul

Mardi Gras 2026 brings huge lineup to Ohakune and Queenstown

The ultimate mid-winter dress up party returns to the snow. Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 dates, venues, and the massive first lineup announcement.

A wide shot of a large outdoor music festival with a massive crowd in front of the "PARK STAGE" under a cloudy orange sunset sky, featuring Jim Beam branding.
3 Apr

Jim Beam Homegrown 2027

New Zealand’s biggest celebration of local music is heading back to the Waikato. After a massive city-wide takeover, Jim Beam Homegrown confirms its 2027 return to Hamilton.

A black and white photo of a man with a mullet, wearing a backward cap, small sunglasses, a chain, and a patterned shirt, looking right with a faint smile against a bright, blurred city backdrop.
10 Jul - 11 Jul

LUUDE announces Aotearoa return this July

Australian electronic powerhouse LUUDE returns to New Zealand this July for two headline shows in Auckland and Wellington.

Four drag performers in vibrant outfits pose energetically on a purple background, with a white "SWEAT WITH PRIDE" text and a rainbow graphic.
1 Jun

Sweat With Pride this June 2026!

Sweat for 21 mins every day this June and raise life-saving funds for Rainbow Kiwis.

A bald, bearded man in glasses and a black shirt sings into a microphone while playing an electric guitar on a warmly lit stage, with another musician out of focus in the background.
25 Jul

Sir Dave Dobbyn 2026

The Breeze & More FM are proud to support Sir Dave Dobbyn's Regional Selected Songs Tour

25 Sep

Get your tickets for The Rock 2000 Live at Spark Arena

The biggest day of the year is back, all cheers to Jim Beam.

Charlie Puth holding a red-orange microphone against a sky backdrop
5 Nov

Charlie Puth 'Whatever's Clever World Tour' live in Auckland November 2026

Multi-platinum hitmaker Charlie Puth brings his ambitious Whatever’s Clever! World Tour to Auckland’s Spark Arena this November with a world-class band.

A neon sign on a black brick wall reads "QUIZ NIGHT" with "98.0 FM THE SOUND CLASSIC ROCK" and "KAMO CLUB" logos below.
1 May - 27 Nov

The Sound's Quiz Nights at Kamo Club!

A mix of music, sport and general knowledge, plus heaps of great prizes to win!

A bearded man with dark hair looks over his right shoulder towards the viewer, illuminated by warm light, with a bright light source in the blurry background.
9 Oct - 10 Oct

Noah Kahan Brings The Great Divide World Tour to New Zealand

Noah Kahan brings his highly anticipated The Great Divide World Tour to Auckland's Spark Arena this October.

12 Jun - 28 Jun

Te Wehi Announces Debut Album ‘I’m Home’ and Nationwide Tour

Chart-topper Te Wehi celebrates his debut album 'I’m Home' with a massive six-date nationwide tour across New Zealand this June.

A dark, glitchy concert poster for SOTA Presents State of the Art 3.0 Down Under, featuring an upside-down person, New Zealand tour dates for Wellington, Auckland, and Christchurch, and digital graphics.
18 Sep

Sota returns to New Zealand with State Of The Art 3.0

Sota returns to New Zealand this September with his massive State Of The Art 3.0 production show across three cities.

Eight smiling men of varying ethnicities pose in a playful human pyramid outdoors, dressed casually against a backdrop of shipping containers, pallets, and greenery under a bright sky.
31 May

Home Brew announces Last Week live at Auckland Town Hall

Aotearoa hip-hop royalty Home Brew perform their legendary EP Last Week live in full at the Auckland Town Hall this May.

Three people—a man, a blonde woman, and a dark-haired woman—stand in a line, looking directly at the viewer, bathed in red and blue lights against a white background.
13 Feb - 18 Feb

The Human League: Generations Tour

The legendary Human League return to New Zealand in February 2027, bringing four decades of synth-pop hits to three iconic venues.

Electric Avenue festival stage bright with lights at dusk
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Electric Avenue 2027

Lock in a massive two-day packed weekend of music on the grounds of Christchurch's famous Hagley Park.

A man with blue hair and a beard, wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with a black and red graphic print, a silver chain, rings, and blue nail polish, leans on a metal barrier.
10 Nov

Khalid Hits New Zealand for 2026 Arena Tour

Multi-platinum global superstar Khalid returns to New Zealand this November for a massive arena show at Spark Arena with special guest Lauv.

Three men stand in an industrial-looking space, with the central figure wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket while holding a camera, flanked by two others.
27 Nov

Two Door Cinema Club Announces Tourist History Anniversary Show in Auckland

Indie-rock icons Two Door Cinema Club hit Auckland this November to perform their legendary debut album Tourist History in full.

Black and white portrait of Robbie Williams in a suit, looking intently at the camera with his finger touching his left eyebrow.
24 Nov - 28 Nov

Robbie Williams Announces BRITPOP World Tour for New Zealand

Robbie Williams brings his massive BRITPOP World Tour to New Zealand this November, performing in Auckland and a historic Christchurch debut.

A Perfect Circle
13 Dec

A Perfect Circle Returns to New Zealand for First Show in 22 Years

After 22 years away, A Perfect Circle returns to New Zealand with special guest Puscifer for one epic night at Spark Arena.

Close-up of a man with reddish-brown curly hair, green eyes, and beard, wearing a white t-shirt, posing with his tattooed arm behind his head against a red background.
21 Aug - 24 Aug

Alex Warren Announces Second Christchurch Show Due to Overwhelming Demand

Grammy-nominated Alex Warren returns to New Zealand arenas this August with his massive Finding Family on the Road World Tour.

A group of people runs on a forest trail with dense green foliage, featuring the Aramex Kiwi Walk & Run Trail Series logo prominently displayed in the foreground.
28 Mar - 7 Nov

Aramex Kiwi Walk and Run Trail Series

We’re is getting you to the Aramex Kiwi Walk and Run Trail Series this year!

Mai FM Party in the Pacific event, with background of tropical beaches and audience at DJ set.
8 Nov - 13 Nov

Mai Presents Party in the Pacific

a multi-day island event set on the iconic Beachcomber Island Resort in Fiji