A World Within A World: WOMAD Aotearoa 2027 Tickets Now On Sale

WOMAD Aotearoa is confirmed to return to the iconic Bowl of Brooklands, Pukekura Park, Taranaki, from 12–14 March 2027, with tickets on-sale now for the three unforgettable days of music, culture, creativity and discovery.

For more than two decades, WOMAD Aotearoa has become one of New Zealand’s most beloved festivals, transforming the stunning natural amphitheatre into a vibrant celebration of global music, arts, ideas and connection. More than a music festival, WOMAD is a place where cultures meet, conversations begin, families gather and audiences stumble upon artists, flavours and experiences they never expected to find.

Whether punters are returning to reconnect with a festival they’ve loved for years or planning their very first visit, WOMAD offers something unlike any other event on the calendar. Across three immersive days, the world comes to Taranaki, creating a festival experience built on curiosity, inclusivity and the joy of discovering something new around every corner.

As preparations begin for the 2027 festival, WOMAD Aotearoa is reaffirming its commitment to making the festival as accessible as possible, ensuring even more people can experience everything the weekend has to offer.

In welcome news for festivalgoers, ticket prices have been held for a fourth consecutive year, allowing attendees to secure the same great value despite rising costs across the events industry.

Returning for 2027 is the popular PayPlan option, making it easier than ever to plan ahead and spread the cost of attending. Festivalgoers purchasing First Release three-day tickets can lock in the best available price and pay from as little as $13 per week over a maximum of 30 weeks.

Families will also benefit from an expanded free child ticket policy, with children aged 15 years and under now receiving free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult, extending the previous under-12 offering and making the festival even more accessible for families looking to share the WOMAD experience together.

Drew James, Event Director says “WOMAD has always been about creating a welcoming place where people can connect through music, culture and shared experiences. It’s difficult to describe WOMAD until you’ve experienced it for yourself.  We search the world for new sounds and artists to bring you the very best from around the world and Aotearoa.   It’s a festival built on discovery and surprise; you might arrive for one artist, but leave talking about a performance you stumbled across, a conversation you had, or a food experience you never expected. It’s a world within a world, and we’re incredibly excited to welcome everyone back to the Bowl in March 2027.”

The artist lineup will be announced in the coming months, but as always, WOMAD Aotearoa promises an extraordinary weekend where internationally acclaimed performers, emerging talent, inspiring talks, global cuisine, workshops and family-friendly experiences come together in one of New Zealand’s most spectacular festival settings.

WOMAD is an invitation to slow down, explore something unfamiliar, reconnect with others and experience the richness of cultures from around the world.

General Public tickets are on-sale now from womad.co.nz. The journey to WOMAD Aotearoa 2027 starts now.

WOMAD AOTEAROA
12 – 14 March 2027
Bowl of Brooklands, Pukekura Park, Taranaki