tAPU TE RANGA
ISLAND BAY
FESTIVAL

FEB 8TH - 14TH
2026

Sunday 8 Feb, 10am - 6pm
Avon St to Shorland Park

Day In
The Bay

Island Bay comes alive with community, music, and coastal fun during Day in the Bay, the heart of the Island Bay Festival. It’s a day full of fun, connection, and celebration — a chance for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the bay’s vibrant spirit and stunning coastal setting.

Friday 13 Feb, 6pm to late
Island Bay Beach

Tangata Manu
Birdman & Beach Party

Watch brave competitors launch their homemade flying creations off the wharf in a burst of creativity and fun. Everyone is welcome — bring the whānau, pack a picnic, enjoy music and entertainment from 6pm, and cheer on the flyers, with a sandcastle competition and prizes adding to the fun for kids.

Saturday 14 Feb, All Day
Community Centre & around the bay

Garage Sales & Swap Day

Garage Sales Day is a much-loved Island Bay tradition, with stalls popping up all around the Bay on Saturday 14 Feb. From decluttering and treasure-hunting to clothes and crop swapping at the Community Centre, it’s a day all about community, sustainability, and sharing. Join in, grab a bargain, or get swapping!

ACTS, BANDS & PERFORMERS

Frances Grasses

Folk Acoustic Singer-Songwriter

Samuel Flynn Scott & Tom Callwood

Indie Folk Alt-Country Roots Rock Duo

Hemi Hemingway

Cinematic Alt-Rock Romantic-Rock Troubadour

See all Artists!

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