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Stan Walker announces first NZ headline show in six years
Mai FM Presents
A celebrated local artist is returning to the stage for a massive, one-night-only orchestral performance. Here is everything you need to know about securing tickets and tour dates.
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One of the most powerful voices in New Zealand is set to return to the stage for a spectacular landmark concert. Stan Walker has announced his first major headline show in six years, with the power of a full live orchestra to Auckland this October.
Key Event Info
Artist: Stan Walker
Date and venue: Saturday 17 October 2026 at The Trusts Arena, Auckland
Tickets: Presale registration opens Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 5:30pm. The official presale begins Wednesday 22 July 2026 at 7:00pm, and general public tickets go on sale Thursday 23 July 2026 at 7:00pm. You can register for the presale here or get tickets here.
This exclusive performance pairs the celebrated singer and his live band, backed with the power of a full orchestra. Audiences can expect legendary anthems completely reimagined and rearranged live for a cinematic, spiritual, and emotional musical journey.
The event marks an incredible milestone for the artist, aligning closely with 17 years since he won Australian Idol as a teenager. After spending recent years performing as a featured guest, this standalone concert represents complete creative independence, offering a true reintroduction to his classic catalogue alongside fresh material.
Collaborators and iconic artists from across his career will join him on stage throughout the evening. Hearing standard hits transformed alongside a massive wall of orchestral sound ensures this is a performance that cannot be missed.
Tickets are expected to move quickly for this exclusive one-off event. Register for the presale today to make sure you do not miss out on an unforgettable night of local music.
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