Auckland Diwali Festival
The countdown has begun! The BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival 2025 returns to Tāmaki Makaurau this October with two incredible days of live music, dance and mouthwatering Indian food.
With so much to see and do, from free and ticketed events before and during the festival, visitors can enjoy activities in Aotea Square, on Queen Street, Rutland Street, within the Central City Library, and inside the Aotea Centre.
The festival itself is free to attend, and there are also ticketed performances and events to enjoy. The festival is a family-friendly, smoke-free, alcohol-free and vegetarian event.
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Where---Aotea Square, 291-297 Queen Street, Auckland City Centre 1010
When----Saturday 11 October 2025----Sunday 12 October 2025
Time----From 12pm-9pm
Cost----Free
Free Cultural Festival Food / Drink Music
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