Photo: RNZ / Koroi Hawkins
Cancelled the past two years due to the Christchurch terror attacks and the Covid-19 pandemic, the two-day festival returns but to a new venue at Mt Smart Stadium. Previously it was held at Western Springs.
Organisers say the festival showcases Pacific cultures of the city with music, dance, arts, crafts, demonstrations, storytelling and food.
Hundreds of performers, artists and artisans are taking part.
Richard Clarke, head of Major and Business Events at Auckland Unlimited, said there was great anticipation for the festival this year.
Clarke said after being cancelled for the last two years, it was fantastic to be able to proceed with Pasifika Festival this year .
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New location: Mt Smart Stadium on Saturday, 10 April (10am-8pm) and Sunday, 11 April, (10am-4pm)
GETTING THERE X PARKING
Pasifika generally attracts up to 60,000 people so you know the area around Mt Smart Stadium will be busy this weekend.
There will be NO on-site parking at the stadium with limited parking on the surrounding streets. Local businesses will open premises for parking for a small fee and Beasley Ave will be closed.
You can check out public transport options and plan your trip to the festival using the Auckland Transport Journey Planner. The nearest train station to Mt Smart is Penrose, which is a 10-15 minute walk from the stadium.