Pasifika Festival is a feast for the senses and reproduces the sensation of wandering among Pacific Island villages, close to the heart of Auckland. In an extensive park and lakeland site, musicians and artists give an insight into the traditions of the islands with performances such as the Niuean dance, Cook Island drums, Samoan Siva, Tongan war chants, Fijian love songs and many more examples of Pacific Island heritage. Over 200,000 people and hundreds of performers attend this popular one day festival. The performances are spread over many acres and cross the spectrum of film screenings, poetry readings, opera, serious jazz and soul funk bands. Pasifika hosts over 350 stalls selling a variety of products from fresh coconuts and tapa cloths to hats, music and ice cream. As a warm-up to the main event, an opening night music concert is given on the Friday evening.
Event Frequency:
Annual
Event Date:
March 1, 2012 - March 31, 2012
Cost:
Free.
