New Zealand’s Ocean Festival returns for its third edition from 28 February to 15 March 2026. Moana Auckland will deliver a unique line-up of events which capture the spirit of summer, the power of the ocean, and the cultural heartbeat of Tāmaki Makaurau.

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For the first time since 1990, The Pogues return to New Zealand in April 2026 to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of their landmark album Rum, Sodomy & the Lash. The album will be performed in full, alongside beloved favourites, with the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) set to host the Auckland show.