Mark your Diaries

The 2026 Taupō Winter Festival is coming!

3 - 19 July 2026

Check out the 2025 highlights

We’re busy getting things ready…

We’re gearing up for another jam-packed festival with dazzling light displays, live performances, fun family activities, and all the vibrant community spirit that makes this event so special.

Check back on 1 May for our full programme!

Like Taupō in summer?
You’ll #LoveTaupō in winter!

2025 highlights

2025 photo album

Check out the 2025 highlights video

Latest news and updates

News & Updates

Check out the 2025 Highlights Video and Photo Album

Check out the 2025 Taupō Winter Festival highlights video.

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Opening night postponed

The weather may have postponed our Opening Night celebrations, but the fun isn’t over!

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Tickets are on sale now!

Get your tickets for our amazing events and shows today!

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Win big with our 2025 Charity Raffle

Tickets are on sale for our 2025 Charity Raffle - get yours today!

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While you’re here...

Taupō is ready to welcome you to the region. There's plenty to see and do. Taupō is your winter playground!

Become a partner

On behalf of the One Taupō Trust, we wish you a very warm welcome to the tenth annual Malcolm Flowers Insurances Taupō Winter Festival.

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One Taupō Trust

Giving Back ➡

One Taupō Troupe

Did you know we have a Friends of the Trust programme? This means lots of benefits to you! Receive complimentary tickets to some of the best theatre and music shows in town, be the first to purchase additional tickets to sell out events and more!