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FRI 12TH / OPENING CEREMONY
A powerful and uplifting beginning to Pride Wairau Festival 2026. This is where we light the spark and begin to radiate.
An evening of art, storytelling and creative expression that shines a light on identity and belonging.
Resident Artist to be released soon
A celebration for all ages, filled with local stalls, great food and live entertainment.
High glamour, high voltage and full-spectrum brilliance featuring a line-up of New Zealand DRAG excellence – guest line-up will be released soon.
5 Queens, 1 DJ – a full fierce and fabulous line-up
A daytime celebration with flowing drinks and delicious food. Pure joy, poured freely. Hosted by two of Aotearoa’s best Queens.
Performer announcement coming soon.
These hands-on sessions invite you to learn, explore and express yourself in a supportive and inclusive space. Come curious, leave glowing.
A classic queer film returns to the big screen. Iconic, affirming and rich with meaning, this is a shared cinematic moment that honours the stories that shaped us and continue to resonate.
Featuring one of Aotearoa’s leading spoken word artists, this powerful showcase centres culture, belonging and identity. An intimate, moving night where language becomes light and stories take the stage.
Performer announcement soon.
An intimate evening with a singer-songwriter making waves both in Aotearoa and internationally. Live music paired with honest storytelling, offering a rare insight into their creative process and the stories behind the songs.
Artist announcement coming soon.
A hosted evening in the vineyard, where food, wine and entertainment come together. Shared tables, flowing conversation and moments of surprise woven throughout the night.
A bold, visible celebration of pride and community. Colour, movement and collective energy come together as we take up space and radiate outward.
The final glow. A full-scale, high-energy closing celebration where the festival ends with a full climax. Big sound, epic visuals and pure release. Come ready to give it everything.
Artists and full details released soon.
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