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Kingston Calling festival

Name: Kingston Calling festival
Start: 2027-02-19
End: 2027-02-20
Location: Mount Maunganui

Kingston Calling is a two-day music and culture festival scheduled for February 19 and 20, 2027, at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand. The festival features a lineup of international reggae and hip-hop artists alongside prominent local New Zealand performers.

Date: Feb 19-20, 2027
Location: Mount Maunganui
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Two-day music and culture festival
Features international artists like Maoli, SOJA, Rebel Souljahz, and Arrested Development
Showcases New Zealand acts including Six60, Stan Walker, and Fat Freddy's Drop
Held at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

The Kingston Calling festival is a new and vibrant two-day music and culture event taking place on February 19 and 20, 2027. Held at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand, the festival features a diverse lineup of 14 artists, blending international talent with top acts from Aotearoa and the Pacific. The festival's name and spirit are inspired by an "old way of gathering," signifying a community united by a shared call.

The lineup for the 2027 event includes international artists such as Hawaiian country reggae artist Maoli, Virginia reggae band SOJA, Hawaiian reggae group Rebel Souljahz, and Atlanta hip-hop artists Arrested Development. They are joined by beloved local acts including Six60, Stan Walker, and Fat Freddy's Drop. The event is proudly supported by the New Zealand Government's one-off Events Attraction Package, aiming to boost regional tourism, hospitality, and accommodation in Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty region.

The venue, Bay Oval, offers a scenic setting with views of Mauao, and organizers, Fabrik, are committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment through initiatives like the Kingston Calling Safe Space Policy.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Bay Oval; www.scoop.co.nz
Area for browsing nearby events: Mount Maunganui

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.