Local talent
Rotorua schools
Students from Rotorua schools will share their performances and celebrate Pacific culture on the festival stage.
One Ocean, Many Islands
Rotorua Pasifika
Festival 2026
A day of Pacific culture, community, music and wellbeing on the Rotorua Lakefront.
Saturday 14 November 202611 am – 4 pmVillage Green, Rotorua Lakefront
2026 headline act
Three Houses Down
Pacific Music Awards winner
Three Houses Down will bring their Pacific roots and reggae sound to the Rotorua Pasifika Festival stage on Saturday 14 November.
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Also on stage
Our performers, our community
Cultural performance
Drums of the Pacific New Zealand
Experience the energy and rhythm of Drums of the Pacific New Zealand as part of the 2026 programme.
Local vendors
Rotorua businesses
Discover local Rotorua businesses and the people behind the food and stalls at the festival.
Explore the day
Find your place in the festival
Browse what is planned for this year. More details and performance times will be shared as the programme is confirmed.
Pacific performances
Celebrate the music, dance and traditions of Pacific communities across the day.
Schools and young people
Local students and emerging performers bring their energy to the festival stage.
Food and stalls
Meet local vendors and discover a range of food and community stalls.
Creative connections
Spend time with whānau, neighbours and the communities that make this day possible.
Health conversations
Connect with health and community organisations and explore practical ways to support wellbeing.
World Diabetes Day
The festival takes place on World Diabetes Day, with opportunities to learn more about prevention and care.
Activities and participating organisations are subject to confirmation. Check back for the final programme closer to the event.
Festival gallery
Our community in pictures
Performances, families, food and shared moments from the festival. Select a photo for a closer look.