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Welcome to YouthFest 2026 - the ultimate celebration of young people’s talent, energy, and creativity across Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty!Last years panel said:
Attendees said:
Taking place on Sunday 17 May, YouthFest proudly kicks off Youth Week 2026, fully embracing this year’s theme: Our Voices Matter - We Deserve to Be Heard | Taringa whakarongo! Ki te reo o ngā taiohi!
Designed by young people, for the community, YouthFest is all about creating a vibrant, inclusive space where rangatahi can express themselves, share their ideas, and be truly heard. From epic live performances and creative showcases to interactive activities, youth-led stalls, and community connections, this festival puts youth voice front and centre.
YouthFest is your stage, your platform, and your moment. Come along with your friends, whānau, and wider community to celebrate youth leadership, creativity, and connection - because our voices matter, and when young people are heard, everyone benefits.
🔥 WANT TO GET INVOLVED? WE WANT YOU! 🔥
Are you a young person with something awesome to add to the vibe? This event is built for YOU, and we want your talent on display!
Whether you want to perform, showcase your hustle, or bring the energy, we want to hear from you:
• Got a talent? Singers, bands, dance crews, spoken word artists - whatever your vibe, we want you on stage!
(AUDITIONS FOR PERFORMANCES CLOSE 10 APRIL @ 10pm! Submit yours here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-iQQyxVZkKro9CXoaBE9sll2aD7FBXoKcFZHrQ0UDvL749g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=118172142040998448424 before its too late!)
• Got a hustle? Want to run a youth-led stall to sell your art, clothes, or creations?
• Got an idea? Want to run an activity, workshop, or just help out on the day?
👉 GET IN TOUCH NOW: Send us a DM and let’s make YouthFest 2026 the biggest one yet!
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Event Venue
The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand, 109 The Strand, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand, Tauranga
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
