2025 FESTIVAL
HIGHLIGHTS
PERFORMANCES EVERY
NIGHT AT THE HUB
Soak up the festival vibes, enjoy some amazing kai and music, and mingle with friends and whaanau at the Festival Hub.
Located in the Central Court of Hamilton Gardens, The Festival Hub Grassroots Trust Stage (Turtle Lake Stage) showcases local talent every night of the festival, with an eclectic line-up of entertainment every night of the festival from 5 pm. Enjoy a selection of food and drinks available for purchase thanks to Montana Food & Events.
Experience more for less with Multi-Buy
Purchase General Admission tickets for three or more shows in a single transaction to receive a 15% discount. This offer is applicable to most festival shows, from thought provoking theatre to side splitting comedy and everything in between.
Tickets can also be purchased via Layby, allowing you to spread the cost of your shows across six weeks, interest-free.
Your new favourite summer read
Our Programme Collection Points are popping up like confetti. We might be biased, but we can guarantee it is worth finding your local pick-up spot so you can get your hands on the best little summer read!
If you can’t find one near you, check out our online flipbook.
Give the gift of the Arts!
Vouchers to the Hamilton Arts Festival are the perfect gift. Treat yourself or a loved one to a Toi Ora ki Kirikiriroa voucher and make the most of our unique festival experience.
From music to theatre to comedy and cabaret, we have world-class arts experiences for anyone and everyone!
Support the arts!
Become a Festival Patron
The Hamilton Arts Festival Toi Ora ki Kirikiriroa is a cornerstone of the Waikato’s creative ecosystem. As well as being a major employer of artists, the festival provides a unique platform for both national-based performers at the height of their craft, and local performing artists who are ready to take their practice to the next level.
Your support enables us to present high-quality festivals, nurture our vibrant local arts scene and enhance the well-being of a stronger and more connected community!
