Rhythm And Vines Announces Final Festival At Waiohika Estate

Rhythm and Vines has confirmed that this year’s festival will be the final edition held at Waiohika Estate in Gisborne, bringing its historic 24-year chapter in the region to a close. The move will support the festival’s long-term future and continued evolution, with Rhythm and Vines relocating to a new, undisclosed location in 2027.

Plans are well underway for one final dance at Waiohika Estate this summer, with the first release of artists performing at Rhythm and Vines 2026 to be announced next Wednesday 29 July, at 5:30pm.

“Gisborne has been the heart and home of Rhythm and Vines for nearly a quarter of a century,” said Rhythm and Vines Festival CEO Kieran Spillane. “We are incredibly proud of what we have built alongside the community, and deeply grateful to everyone who has helped create 24 years of New Year’s magic at Waiohika Estate.”

First held in 2003, Rhythm and Vines has become a defining part of New Zealand’s summer festival calendar and a rite of passage for generations of Kiwis. Over the past 24 years, hundreds of thousands of music lovers have travelled to Gisborne to welcome the new year, contributing to the region’s visitor economy and creating countless memories through music, friendship and shared celebration.

“We want to make sure we give Gisborne and Waiohika Estate the send-off it truly deserves – and we believe that this year’s lineup will deliver just that.” Spillane said.

While the 2026 festival will bring the Gisborne chapter to a close, Rhythm and Vines looks forward to welcoming future generations to its new location. Details of the festival’s future location will be announced in due course.

TICKETING INFORMATION

The first release of artists performing at R&V 2026 will be announced on Wednesday 29 July at 5:30pm.

One NZ customers will receive first access to secure tickets during an exclusive 24-hour presale beginning on Monday 3 August at 10:00am. Head to one.nz/rewards

R&V Legends who have signed up will receive access to the dedicated Legends presale beginning on Tuesday 4 August at 12:00pm. Returning customers who have signed up to Legends receive special discount offers. rhythmandvines.co.nz/legends

Ticket options available at launch include:

– 3 Day Festival Passes from $35
– 4-Day Camping + Festival Passes from $489

A full range of ticket prices including add-ons will be released shortly. Prices are subject to booking fees and availability. Customers will also be able to use Afterpay through Moshtix to pay for eligible ticket purchases in four interest-free payments, where available.

EVENT INFORMATION

Rhythm and Vines 2026 – Chapter 24: The Final Dance in Gisborne
28-31 December 2026
Waiohika Estate, Gisborne