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🌏 Music, arts and dance from around the world, at Taranaki’s iconic Bowl of Brooklands and Brooklands Park. Loved by all ages from young to young at heart.
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The world's music festival in New Zealand/Aotearoa. 30 hours of the best music from around the world and New Zealand. Multiple stages, onsite campground, workshops, DJs, retail and food stalls from around the globe. Under 12s free, youth tickets, single-day and three-day tickets available. WOMAD - your gateway to the world!

29/05/2026

Exciting update! 🌏🎶✨

We’re thrilled to welcome Drew James as Event Director for WOMAD Aotearoa 2027.

Drew is no stranger to WOMAD. He was the first WOMAD Producer in Auckland back in 1997, later Artistic Director for WOMAD in Taranaki, and has spent decades creating festivals and events that bring people together through music, art and shared experience.

As we get ready to return to the Bowl of Brooklands and Brooklands Park, Drew brings a deep love for what makes WOMAD special, along with fresh energy and ideas for 2027!

We’re so excited to have him on board and can’t wait to welcome you all back through the gates.

More coming soon...👀

13/03/2026

With the return of WOMAD Aotearoa in 2027 now announced, we’ve been loving all the memories people have been sharing. And seeing as this weekend would usually be WOMAD weekend, we thought we’d keep the WOMAD vibes going.

While WOMAD On The Wireless is happening with The MOST FM, we’re celebrating with a giveaway!

🎫 TWO 3-day passes to WOMAD Aotearoa 2027

To Enter:
👍 Like this post
👉 Follow WOMAD Aotearoa and The MOST FM
💬 Tell us your favourite WOMAD memory
🙋 Tag your mates for extra entries!

Was it discovering a new artist obsession? Dancing barefoot under the trees at the Dell? Eating your body weight in food at the Global Village? We'd love to hear your stories!

And while you’re reminiscing, make sure to tune in to The Most FM this weekend for WOMAD on the Wireless.

📻 Taranaki locals tune in to 100.4FM. (107.4FM for the coast)
🌐 Or stream live anywhere at mostfm.co.nz

Winner will be drawn Friday 20th March.

12/03/2026

WOMAD Aotearoa is looking for its next Event Director! 🌟

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of one of Aotearoa’s most loved festivals, bringing global music, ideas and creativity back to the Bowl of Brooklands in 2027 and beyond!

If you’re someone who thrives on big ideas, collaboration and creating unforgettable experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Here 👉 https://www.seek.co.nz/job/90882419?type=standard&ref=search-standalone =a15a29b88f28b28160f29e4edd7a094ccb9db0dd

02/03/2026

Missing WOMAD this March? We’ve got something for you! 🌏🌟

From Sat 14 – Sun 15 March, we’re teaming up with Taranaki’s own The MOST FM for WOMAD On The Wireless. A full weekend dedicated to the sounds, stories and spirit of WOMAD.

Expect artist throwbacks, iconic moments, past interviews, behind-the-scenes chat with the WOMAD team and plenty of tracks that will transport you straight back to the Bowl. 🎶

If you’re missing those March magic feels, this is your chance to relive them!

📻 Taranaki locals tune into 100.4FM (107.4FM around the coast)
🌐 Stream live anywhere 👉 https://mostfm.co.nz/

12/09/2025

Wow! The kindness and aroha from our WOMAD whānau has meant so much. ❤️

Thank you for every message you’ve shared with us. It’s a beautiful reminder of what WOMAD Aotearoa is all about.

We can’t wait until we gather again. 🌏✨

📷 Amandala Photography - 2017 Onwards

09/09/2025

✨ An important update for our festival whānau ✨

We’ve made the tough call to pause in 2026. This decision comes from a place of care for our community, and the future of WOMAD Aotearoa.

WOMAD has always been about connection and celebration. Taking this step now means we can protect what makes it special, and keep it thriving here in Aotearoa.

Thank you for standing with us. Your aroha and support mean everything. Ngā mihi nui ❤️

Read our full kōrero below 👇

23/07/2025

Serving up style with that iconic WOMAD energy! ✨🙌

📸 Amandala Photography - 2017 Onwards

18/07/2025

We’re heartbroken to hear of the passing of Chris Faiumu, known to many as DJ MU or Fitchie from . A true legend of Aotearoa music.

Our aroha and thoughts are with his whānau, friends and the extended Aotearoa music community. ❤️

17/04/2025

Queen Omega didn’t just perform—she reigned! With powerhouse vocals that shook the ground and gave the crowd CHILLS

📸 Amandala Photography - 2017 Onwards

14/04/2025

Ukulele Death Squad brought chaos, skills and killer outfits - it was an all-out party from the first strum!

📸 Amandala Photography - 2017 Onwards

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