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Jack Johnson announces Surfilmusic New Zealand tour for November 2026
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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.
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A massive lineup of world-class musicians is coming together for an unforgettable series of live music sessions across New Zealand this November. Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jack Johnson is returning to our shores for the Surfilmusic tour, marking his first time on the road since 2022.
This tour is a true one-of-a-kind event, as Jack Johnson will be joined by two very special guests, Ben Harper and John Butler, both performing solo and acoustic sets. Together, these three legendary artists will deliver a beautiful night of storytelling, classic hits, and incredible musicianship under the Kiwi sun and stars.
Artist: Jack Johnson
Support acts: Ben Harper and John Butler (both performing solo and acoustic)
Auckland date and venue: Friday 20 November 2026 – Spark Arena
North Canterbury date and venue: Sunday 22 November 2026 – Waipara Winehouse (SOLD OUT)
The Surfilmusic tour celebrates a whole new era of music, film, and environmental connection rooted in Jack Johnson’s chart-topping catalogue, which spans over twenty years. Fans can expect a massive setlist featuring timeless classics like 'Better Together', 'Flake', 'Inaudible Melodies', 'Taylor', and 'Sitting, Waiting, Wishing'. Jack will be hitting the stage alongside his long-time bandmates Adam Topol, Merlo Podlewski, and Zach Gill, ensuring the chemistry on stage is as sharp as ever.
The tour also celebrates the global release of the 'SURFILMUSIC' documentary and soundtrack, scored by Jack Johnson and Hermanos Gutiérrez. The film chronicles Jack's early life on the North Shore of Hawaii, tracking his evolution from a young competitive surfer and filmmaker behind iconic surf movies like 'Thicker Than Water' and 'The September Sessions' into a global musical icon. New Zealand fans will get a taste of new tracks from the soundtrack alongside the hits they love.
Adding to the magic of these shows, three-time Grammy Award winner Ben Harper will perform solo and acoustic, bringing his deep repertoire of hits like 'Burn One Down', 'Steal My Kisses', and 'Diamonds On The Inside'. Australian independent music icon John Butler completes the bill, delivering his own acoustic set filled with fan favourites like 'Zebra', 'Better Than', and his legendary instrumental masterpiece, 'Ocean'.
General public tickets are on sale now. Make sure you get sorted early because a lineup like this will sell out fast.
