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After a year-long hiatus, Outfield Festival is officially returning to Hawke’s Bay in 2026. The beloved boutique event has locked in its comeback date for Saturday 31st January, promising a fresh summer celebration packed with music, art, and community vibes.

Last held in 2024, the festival took a pause in 2025, leaving fans wondering if it would return. Now, with whispers confirmed and the date set, excitement is quickly building across Aotearoa’s festival scene. Known for its eclectic curation and intimate atmosphere, Outfield has developed a strong following for championing local talent and laid-back, sun-drenched energy.

Previous editions have featured the likes of Troy Kingi, David Dallas, Tiny Ruins, Rum Jungle, and Flamingo Pier, offering a wide range of genres from indie and hip hop to electronic and roots. While the 2026 lineup is yet to be revealed, organisers have teased a special comeback—hinting that new surprises and long-time favourites will shape a revitalised edition of the festival.

With the date now confirmed, fans are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for Outfield’s highly anticipated return. More details, including lineup and ticketing info, are expected to land in the coming months—so stay tuned for what’s shaping up to be a standout moment in the 2026 summer festival calendar.

Outfield Festival Announces Return for 2026

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Outfield Festival returns to Hawke’s Bay on 31st January, 2026 after taking 2025 off.

The Outfield Music, Food & Arts Festival, a beloved event known for its vibrant celebration of creativity and community, has announced that it will be taking a hiatus in 2025. The festival, which has become a staple for many, will return on Saturday, January 31st, 2026.

In a heartfelt message to the Outfield community, the festival team expressed that the decision was not made lightly, citing the well-being of their team and whānau as key factors in the choice to pause. The festival, which has always been more than just an event—serving as a gathering place for those who share a love for music, food, and the arts—will use this break as an opportunity to reset, recharge, and realign its vision for the future.

While the news may come as a disappointment to many loyal attendees, the Outfield team assured their community that the hiatus will allow them to innovate and create new, exciting experiences for the festival’s return. They expressed deep gratitude for the continued support and promised that the 2026 event will be worth the wait. As the festival takes this time to prepare, fans can look forward to a renewed and revitalized Outfield experience in the near future.

Outfield Festival to Take a Break in 2025 and Return in 2026

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Outfield Festival Plans Hiatus for 2025 with a Return Scheduled for 31st January, 2026.

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