Auckland boasts the world’s largest Polynesian population, and celebrates the art, culture and lifestyle of this vibrant native community with the annual Pasifika Festival. The festival opens on Friday evening with a concert showcasing talented Polynesian music artists. On Saturday the entertainment continues with local church music and dance groups while visitors can sample traditional food, view art and handcrafts, browse at more than 300 stalls and wander through the series of ‘Pacific Island villages’ for a total cultural experience.
Region/City Name:
Auckland
Event Date:
March 11, 2011 - March 12, 2011
Venue:
Western Springs Park, Great North Road
Event Time:
Opening night concert: 7.30pm to 9.30pm; festival: 10am to 5pm
Date Text:
11 - 12 March 2011
Website:
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/EN/ParksLeisureCulture/events/Pages/home.aspx
