# Festivals in Paraparaumu 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Paraparaumu 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Paraparaumu. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Paraparaumu, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Paraparaumu listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Paraparaumu

- **Event Name**: Cultural Diversity Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The Cultural Diversity Festival – Te Hui Ahurea Kanorau 2026 https://www.culturaldiversityfestival.co.nz/

This year, we wanted to do something a little different… so we thought, why not a Street Celebration?

Join us on 18 October 2026 for a FREE, family
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 04:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/cultural-diversity-festival-2026/200030752177045
  - **Venue**: Margaret Rd, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Kāpiti Half Marathon 2026
  - **Description**: Explore the Kāpiti Coast on a running festival including a 21km half marathon, 10km, 5km, plus bring the kids for our 2km kids kick it 2k. Make the most of your stay by enjoying all that Kāpiti has to offer.

The course is one of New Zealand's most pictur
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 08 2026 at 08:00 am (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/kāpiti-half-marathon-2026/200030469403620
  - **Venue**: Paraparaumu Beach
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- **Event Name**: Christmas on the Coast
  - **Description**: Get ready to share the festive cheer, Christmas on the Coast is back! Join us on Saturday 12 December, from 11am–3pm.

At 11am, catch the colourful Christmas float parade as it travels from Paraparaumu College along Mazengarb Road to the reserve, then sta
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 03:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/christmas-on-the-coast/200030559748847
  - **Venue**: Mazengarb Reserve
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  - **Categories**: festivals, parades, food-drinks, art, fine-arts, trips-adventures, christmas
- **Event Name**: Kāpiti Strawberry Festival 2026
  - **Description**: ENTRY BY GOLD COIN

You’re invited to the annual Kāpiti Strawberry Festival, the sweetest festival in Kāpiti. 🍓

The very special thing about this event is that all of its profits stay local right here at Mary Potter Hospice Kapiti - an organisation that
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 03:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/kāpiti-strawberry-festival-2026/200029865891322
  - **Venue**: Kapiti Primary School
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- **Event Name**: Kenakena School Festival of Fun 2026
  - **Description**: 🤩 The Kenakena School Festival of Fun is COMING!
🗓 Saturday 14 November 2026
FREE entry, FREE parking, and non-stop fun for the whole whānau!
🎉 All your family faves are here… PLUS:
🧚 KIDS! Come in fancy dress to win spot prizes!
🎀 Add Wacky Hair + Face P
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 02:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/kenakena-school-festival-of-fun-2026/200030341374426
  - **Venue**: 12 Donovan Road
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- **Event Name**: Kāpiti Food Fair 2026
  - **Description**: Make a day of it.  Gather your friends and whānau, plan your destination getaway, secure your accommodation and VIP parking early, and get ready to savour the flavours, sounds, and spirit of summer at Kāpiti Food Fair 2026.

Kāpiti Food Fair is where grea
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 05:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/kāpiti-food-fair-2026/200030602604120
  - **Venue**: 15 Scaife Dr, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Kapiti Tattoo & Arts Festival 2027
  - **Description**: Kapiti Coast’s boldest creative event is back! The 3rd Annual Kapiti Tattoo & Arts Festival returns to Paraparaumu Memorial Hall on Saturday, 8th May 2027 for a full day of ink, art, beats, and big community vibes.

We’re proudly local, but we pack ma
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  - **Date**: Sat May 08 2027 at 10:00 am – Sat May 08 2027 at 04:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paraparaumu/kapiti-tattoo-and-arts-festival-2027/200030458573439
  - **Venue**: Paraparaumu Memorial Hall
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## Trending Events in Paraparaumu

- **Event Name**: Cultural Diversity Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The Cultural Diversity Festival – Te Hui Ahurea Kanorau 2026 https://www.culturaldiversityfestival.co.nz/

This year, we wanted to do something a little different… so we thought, why not a Street Celebration?

Join us on 18 October 2026 for a FREE, family
  - **Venue**: Margaret Rd, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Kapiti Botanist Market
  - **Description**: 🌿✨ The Kāpiti Botanist Market is coming back! ✨🌿

We’re so excited to be bringing the Botanist Market back to the Kāpiti Coast and we absolutely cannot wait to see you there! 🪴💚

Join us at Paraparaumu Memorial Hall for a beautiful day celebrating all thi
  - **Venue**: Paraparaumu Memorial Hall
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- **Event Name**: Paraparaumu Record Fair
  - **Description**: Nikki Lou Records bringing back our twice yearly Paraparaumu Record Fair to this great venue on Ocean Road. Always a popular event for vinyl, cd and tape lovers in the Wellington Region. 25 to 30 vendors from all over the North Island bringing their crate
  - **Venue**: Ocean Road Community Centre
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- **Event Name**: Mr Fungus
  - **Description**: Step right up these October school holidays, because KidzStuff Theatre for Children and Te Raukura ki Kapiti present...

‘New Zealand’s Loudest Mime,’ Mr Fungus’ silly show will amuse and delight kids of all ages. Featuring visual and verbal comedy, juggl
  - **Venue**: Te Raukura ki Kapiti, Coastlands Theatre, 34a Raumati Road, Raumati, New Zealand 5032
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- **Event Name**: Kāpiti Half Marathon 2026
  - **Description**: Explore the Kāpiti Coast on a running festival including a 21km half marathon, 10km, 5km, plus bring the kids for our 2km kids kick it 2k. Make the most of your stay by enjoying all that Kāpiti has to offer.

The course is one of New Zealand's most pictur
  - **Venue**: Paraparaumu Beach
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- **Event Name**: Them Lovely Rogues @ Club Vista
  - **Description**: Dust off your dancing shoes and warm up your singing voice—Them Lovely Rogues are bringing a night of big riffs, big harmonies, and zero excuses for sitting still.

From rock 'n' roll classics and pub singalong anthems to modern crowd favourites, we'll be
  - **Venue**: Club Vista
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- **Event Name**: Get Your Glow On - Community Event
  - **Description**: Fun Family Friendly Community Event.  Glow in the Dark Zone, Glow in the Dark Mini Golf, Games, Prizes, Bouncy Castle, Facepainting and lots more.
A  fun Halloween alterative.  Food and Drinks for sale.
  - **Venue**: 6 Tongariro St, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: Beats By Bingo Halloween show with Viv
  - **Description**: 🎃🕸️ BEATS BY BINGO – HALLOWEEN SPECIAL WITH MISTRESS VIV! 🕸️🎃

Something wicked this way comes... 

Join us for a frightfully fun night of musical bingo, mini games, awesome prizes, and Halloween fun at The Bond Store! Dress up in your best Halloween cost
  - **Venue**: The Bond Store
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- **Event Name**: Beatlemania On Tour
  - **Description**: *THU 22 OCT 2026, 7.30PM*

The sound of a generation, and the music that has influenced every generation since – that’s The Beatles. And now you can relive the heyday of The Beatles with Beatlemania On Tour!

Hear the greatest Pop and Rock songs ever writ
  - **Venue**: Southward Car Museum
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Paraparaumu?
  - **A:** Cultural Diversity Festival 2026 (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 10:00 am at Margaret Rd, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand), Kāpiti Half Marathon 2026 (Sun Nov 08 2026 at 08:00 am at Paraparaumu Beach), Christmas on the Coast (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 11:00 am at Mazengarb Reserve), Kāpiti Strawberry Festival 2026 (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:30 am at Kapiti Primary School), Kenakena School Festival of Fun 2026 (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 10:30 am at 12 Donovan Road).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Paraparaumu in October 2026?
  - **A:** Cultural Diversity Festival 2026 (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 10:00 am at Margaret Rd, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Paraparaumu?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Paraparaumu on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Paraparaumu?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Paraparaumu?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Paraparaumu include Margaret Rd, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand, Paraparaumu Beach, Mazengarb Reserve.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Paraparaumu?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Paraparaumu include Multicultural Educational Campaigns NZ, Kāpiti Half Marathon, Kāpiti Coast District Council.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Paraparaumu?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Paraparaumu.

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