Splore 2026 will return to Tāpapakanga Regional Park, Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland February 20th -22nd with a bold new vision and a killer line up, as the festival moves to a new era with fresh programming, new creative spaces, and curated experiences. Splore 2026 promises an immersive, three-day celebration of music, art, community, and wellbeing.

Co-curated by Shaquille Wasasala aka Half Queen alongside long-time festival curator John Minty, this stellar international and local line up brings the best of music and art from home and around the world, set across six stages in one of the most beautiful festival locations in the world.

“Splore’s not just a festival experience; it’s a seminal musical experience for people in Aotearoa and it’s one of the best festivals I've ever played at, anywhere” says Half Queen. “Curating a festival like this It's been my dream since getting into the music industry and I can't wait to see it come to life this February.”

John Minty, Splore’s sole curator since 2006 adds “Half Queen’s vision with this line up has been incredible. I can't wait to see our audiences enjoy these acts this summer.”

Returning after a years’ hiatus, the 2026 festival will see a consolidated and reshaped experience for festival-goers – one that leans on its heritage and acknowledges changes in audience trends and behaviors and meets them there. From new music programming and artist development to smarter camping options and greater accessibility, 2026 will offer a
curated escape with deep connection, creativity and care at its heart.

Fresh for 2026 includes the addition of the Ultimate Festival Kit - a fresh offering including pre set up camping and camping gear rentals, perfect for those traveling to the region. Thanks to iTICKET’s bespoke flexible PayPlan feature, festivalgoers have the option to pay off their tickets over time on their terms.

Splore acknowledges the support and partnership of Ngati Pāoa and Ngati Whanāuga, Mana Whenua of Tāpapakanga Regional Park. Their embracing of the festivals’ vision and its attendees has been paramount with the welcoming pōwhiri is now a major highlight attended by thousands each year.

SPLORE 2026
Röyksopp (DJ Set) / Sister Nancy meets Legal Shot
Nightmares on Wax / General Levy + DJ Awira
Miss Kaninna / C Frim
Tami Neilson / Christoph El Truento (live)
Estère / Romi Wrights / Te KuraHuia
Chiccoreli + Tali / Half Queen / GoldTooth / Benny Salvador
Rio Funk’s Marjorie Sinclair / ORIKoL / DylanBiscuit b2b ajhoneysuckle
Ilish / Waewae Express /Vercetti / Kaiviti / Nymphloads
AND MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED