Winter Pride NZ

07/09/2026

The world may have paused for Winter Pride after 2025, but we have not stopped thinking about what comes next.

As we begin planning for Winter Pride 2027, we want to hear from you.

We would love to know what you thought about Winter Pride in the past, what you loved, what you didn’t, what you missed, and most importantly, what you want to see when Winter Pride returns in 2027.

Recent events in Queenstown have also shown us just how important it is to understand what our community wants now. Attendance, engagement and feedback all help us demonstrate that there is a strong appetite for Pride in Queenstown - something that is incredibly important when we approach sponsors, funding partners and supporters.

That support helps us deliver not only the events themselves, but all those extra things that make Queenstown feel like Winter Pride: the flags, rainbows, community activations, entertainment, theming and those special touches throughout town.

So even if you couldn't make it to Queenstown this year, or haven’t attended Winter Pride for a while, we still want to hear from you.

Please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Every response helps us shape Winter Pride 2027 into a festival that reflects what our community actually wants.

Your feedback really does matter - and it will help us build the next chapter of Winter Pride together.

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18/08/2026

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14/08/2026

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10/08/2026

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22/05/2026

Winter Pride Announces Hiatus for 2026 Festival

Queenstown, New Zealand | After extensive discussion and careful consideration, the organisers of Winter Pride have made the difficult decision for the festival to take a hiatus in 2026, with plans now firmly focused on delivering a spectacular return in 2027.

As many across the industry will understand, the events sector has faced significant challenges over the past several years. In the current environment, organisers feel it would not be possible to deliver Winter Pride to the standard the festival, its supporters, and the wider community deserve.

As a result, there will be no Winter Pride festival held in 2026.

Despite this pause, the team remains fully committed to the future of Winter Pride and is already looking ahead to 2027, which will mark the festival’s 24th year.

Winter Pride has always been about community, celebration, and creating unforgettable experiences. While this decision has not been made lightly, we believe taking the time to regroup and refocus will allow us to return stronger than ever in 2027.

The organisation has expressed sincere gratitude to the many volunteers, performers, partners, sponsors, venues, and attendees who have supported Winter Pride throughout its 23-year history.

Winter Pride exists because of the incredible community behind it, and we are deeply thankful for the ongoing support and passion people continue to show the festival.

The team will remain connected with the community over the coming year and will be in direct contact with partners and sponsors regarding future opportunities and collaborations.

For any enquiries, supporters are encouraged to contact the Winter Pride team directly.

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