Discover the magic and fill your cup in Taranaki Like No Other. 🏔
SPIEGEL FEST returns to Taranaki this spring 🎉 From 14 - 24 November the Spiegel tent will once again pop up in New Plymouth.
The first event to be announced is ROUGE. Coming to us fresh from the Edinburgh Festival, expect a decadent blend of sensational acrobatics, operatic cabaret and tongue-in-cheek burlesque. Rouge is a non-stop celebration of the astonishing, the surprising, and the downright sexy.
Get ready for an R18 evening of dazzling performances and irresistible allure.
Tickets for Rouge are on sale now and keep an eye out for more event announcements coming soon. 🎪
Proudly bought to you by Taranaki Arts Festival
Head on an adrenaline-fueled adventure through the untamed beauty of Lake Mangamahoe! 🚵♂️ Check out @newzealandmountainbiking and local bikers as they shred through winding trails amidst breathtaking scenery. This is mountain biking paradise at its finest!
📣 Calling all festival lovers. WOMAD Aotearoa have just announced 1st Release tickets go on sale at 9am Wednesday July 31st 🙌
The good news doesn’t stop there:
🕺 Ticket prices aren’t increasing for a third consecutive year
🕺 PayPlan is back for 1st Release tickets
🕺 TSB customers have early access to 1st Release tickets TOMORROW at 9am (Wednesday 24th July)
Tag your WoCrew and get planning, WOMAD is back 14 - 16 March 2025 at the Bowl of Brooklands, Ngāmotu. Let's get together to celebrate the world of music and dance like no other.
🎉We're excited to announce Taranaki will be featured on Sachie's Kitchen TV.
Discover our region's exploding food and hospitality scene, as famed chef Sachie Nomura meets with inspiring local producers including the team behind Proof & Stock Coffee, ROEBUCK FARM, and George's Moturoa
👉Tune in on July 16 on Stuff, TVNZ, Māori Television, or in-flight Air New Zealand.
🎬✨Exciting news! Rachel House's "The Mountain" is playing at the Sydney Film Festival and launching Australia-wide across HOYTS Australia cinemas on June 27! 🏔️
Tag your Australian friends and whānau to catch this iconic Aotearoa film on the big screen! 📽️
Coastal Five, is a running festival like no other! 🏃 Experience a new spin on the classic marathon with the chance to finish a marathon across 5 events over 2 days.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Taranaki Maunga, while taking in some of the best highlights of our region, Coastal Five promises an unforgettable journey for runners and walkers of all levels. 🏔️
Enter individually or as a team! 👇Click the link in comments to check out the race options and to secure your spot. Early bird discounts available - don't miss out!
FOUR awesome places to visit in Taranaki 🙌
There’s plenty of things to see and do in this epic part of New Zealand, but if you’re only there for a short time here are our fav must-do’s:
⛰️ Hike up to the Pouākai Tarn
💦 Walk to Dawson Falls / Te Rere o Noke
🌳 Meander through the magical Goblin Forest
🌊 Visit the stunning Back Beach
Be sure to add these to your Taranaki itinerary. We know you’ll love them as much as we do 🧡
🎥 Roady
Walking to the 18 metre high Dawson Falls/ Te Rere o Noke is a Taranaki must-do! 💦🌿
Located just an hour's drive out of New Plymouth, the impressive falls are situated amongst a stunning bush setting.
It won’t take you long to reach the falls from the carpark, so you’ll only need to allow about 20 minutes return for the walk. You can view the falls from the base or from the lookout point. Either perspective is equally incredible.
This is such an epic spot and is even more impressive after some rain! Be sure to add this waterfall to your NZ bucket list. 🙌
🎥 Roady
❄️ Winter Fest is coming to warm up your winter, June 6 -16.
Celebrating exceptional homegrown talent, expect a winter wonderland of ideas, words and stories told through an unforgettable collection of comedy, dance, music, theatre and literary sessions - there’s something for every palate!
To check out the full Winter Fest lineup and grab tickets, click the link below. 👇
Only 1 WEEK left until the magic of WOMAD New Zealand is here!🎶🌏 Don't miss out on the ultimate celebration of world music, arts, culture, and dance amidst the stunning backdrop of the Bowl of Brooklands.
While you are there, come and find us at the Taste of Taranaki Pop-Up at WOMAD. Purchase a tasty treat from some of the region's best local makers and score a chance to win a Taste of Taranaki Escape.😋
Prize includes:
🛏️ 2 nights at Novotel New Plymouth with breakfast for two
🥃 Juno Gin Distillery Tasting Tour for two
🤤 Delicious products from Taste of Taranaki producers
Enter on-site at WOMAD. Terms and Conditions apply.
Grab your tickets NOW via the link below and get ready for an experience like no other.🙌
We are excited to share the FULL trailer for Rachel House's debut feature film The Mountain.🎬
A heartwarming story of adventure following three kids on an inspiring journey to find healing under the watchful eye of Taranaki Maunga.🏔️
📅 The Mountain will hit cinemas on March 28.
WINTER FEST returns to Taranaki in June!❄️
Brace yourselves for an electrifying journey into the heart of music and dance as Winter Fest announces the early on-sale of two sensational shows: Back to Black and Subtle Dances. Both shows come to us from sell-out seasons at other festivals.👇Click the link in comments to secure your tickets early to avoid missing out!🎟️
Set against the backdrop of the vibrant arts scene of Taranaki, Winter Fest promises 10 days of pure magic from June 6th -16th.💫 Stay tuned for the full festival programme reveal on April 4th.🙌
🍺Get ready to raise your glasses at the Taranaki Beer Festival!🍻
📅 5 & 6 April at TSB Stadium - New Plymouth
Over 30 breweries will be showcasing some of the best beers, ciders, and cocktails from around NZ. PLUS, live music, DJs, food trucks, Capital Pro wrestling, and more. It’s a fun-packed weekend you don't want to miss! 🤩
Gather your mates and start planning your trip now! 🙌 Click the link in comments for more details and to grab tickets.
🎬 Taranaki Maunga on the big screen 🎬
We’re excited to share with you the teaser trailer for Aotearoa New Zealand actor Rachel House’s directorial debut, The Mountain. 🏔️ Join three adventurous kids on a heartfelt journey of healing, friendship, and the true spirit of adventure, all under the watchful eye of Taranaki Maunga.
📅 SAVE THE DATE! The Mountain will be released nationwide in New Zealand cinemas on Thursday 28 March.
Stay tuned for more updates and join us in the excitement 🍿
🤝🏔️ Nau mai, haere mai - Ngāti Te Whiti welcomes visitors to Ngāmotu, Taranaki this summer.
If you are planning a visit to our region like no other, be sure to head to Puke Ariki to discover their brand-new cinema experience.
The new short cinematic video allows visitors to connect with the people and place of Taranaki and uncovers rich cultural storytelling and educational insights about the region as told by Ngāti Te Whiti hapū.
🎥 Find it in the Museum’s recently reopened cinema space.
Embark on an adventure through Taranaki and discover hidden gems with Trip-to🚗
Trip-to is a free game-based app that offers a selection of curated mystery road trips along Surf Highway 45. ⛰️🌊 You'll be given prompts for playful games, stories and activities while travelling along your chosen route.
Each trip is different, giving you a rich, immersive experience that caters to your interests and curiosities. The planning has been done for you!
Complete the trip solo, as a family, with a mate, or a group of mates – the sky’s the limit with how many trippers to bring along.
🚗 Start your Trip-to adventure now, visit tripto.taranaki.co.nz
Thrill seekers, be sure to add this adventure to your summer plans!🌊
📍Normanby Dam, Waingongoro River
The Normanby Dam is found along the Waingongoro River, not far from Normanby, and the slide is just a 1 minute stroll from the car park.
Although you don’t need a board to slide down, we recommend covering up in a wetsuit and wearing water shoes as it can be pretty rugged. Not one for the faint hearted. 😲
The most awarded king of Drum and Bass is coming to Taranaki - March 1 2024!
He is a selector, a performer and makes everyone have a real good time. During his first visit to Taranaki, he’ll be blessing us with a 3 HOUR SET! 🕺
ANDY C + TONN PIPER
with SERUM
And local support from Stocky b2b Vickey
📍 The Mayfair, New Plymouth
📅 Pre-Sale Tickets from 8am Tues 28 November
📅 General Tickets on sale 8am Wed 29 November
👇Click the link to pre-register for tickets!
https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/andy-c-new-plymouth-1mar2024/
📍Tongapōrutu, Three Sisters. Just an hour north of New Plymouth, a unique find awaits.
At low tide, traverse alongside the river until you reach the beach and be treated to dramatic rock formations known as Elephant Rock and the Three Sisters ✨✨. Explore caves, tunnels, arches, and boulders while taking in superb golden views in every direction, including Taranaki Maunga and the stunning Whitecliffs 🗻🤍. This is a Taranaki experience like no other, and it’s waiting for you.
‼️The Three Sisters can only be accessed at low tide. Check tide information before you set off.
