Press Release – Auckland Unlimited
Preparations are well underway for the popular Pasifika Festival with hundreds of performers, artists and artisans taking part.
The vibrant festival is taking place at Mt Smart Stadium this weekend on Saturday, 10 April (10am-8pm) and Sunday, 11 April, (10am-4pm).
Thousands are expected to attend the two-day festival that celebrates the Pacific cultures of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland with music, dance, arts, crafts, demonstrations, storytelling and food.
Richard Clarke, Head of Major and Business Events at Auckland Unlimited, says there is great anticipation for Pasifika Festival this year.
“After being cancelled for the last two years, it is fantastic to be able to proceed with Pasifika Festival this year,” says Clarke. “It’s an iconic event that celebrates our wonderful Pacific communities and brings together family, friends and communities.
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The Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival will take place on the Captain Cook Wharf, Quay St. Britomart train station is a five-minute walk away, with the Onehunga and Southern Line operating to Britomart. Buses will replace trains for Western and Eastern Lines.
Auckland Unlimited/Supplied The downtown ferry terminal is a two-minute walk away. There will be no parking at the event, however there are several parking lots and public parking buildings within a 15-minute walk. Nearby public parking buildings include the Downtown car park along Customs St and Wilson parking along Tangihua St. Free bike parking can be found in the Downtown car park or the numerous bike racks located around the waterfront.