# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wao Summit 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+13:00)
- **Event Description**: Wao Summit 2026 - Get your tickets now!

27 - 31 October | Wānaka & Queenstown

Join us for five inspiring days of ideas, conversations, workshops and experiences exploring how we can build stronger businesses, healthier communities and a more resilient future.

Whether you're a business owner, educator, student, policymaker, community leader, parent or simply curious about where our world is heading, Wao Summit offers practical ideas, fresh perspectives and meaningful connections that will leave you informed, inspired and ready to take action.

Choose the day that interests you most, or immerse yourself in the full Summit experience with an ultimate festival pass covering all days.

DAY ONE: Tuesday 27 October
Te Taiao Day - Learning from Nature
The event you didn't realise you needed. Explore the big picture through climate, health, systems thinking, democracy, nature and the interconnected forces shaping our future.

DAY TWO: Wednesday 28 October
Better Business Day
A full day of workshops, networking and inspiring speakers exploring future-ready leadership, AI, innovation, purpose and resilient business.

DAY THREE: Thursday 29 October
Better Building Day
Discover how we can design and build healthier, lower-carbon homes, buildings and communities through practical innovation and collaboration.

DAY FOUR: Friday 30 October
Food Resilience Day
Explore the future of food, regenerative agriculture, local food systems and practical ways to strengthen food resilience for our communities on board the TSS Earnslaw. 

DAY FIVE: Saturday 31 October
Better Communities Day 
A day dedicated to nature and film, and the strength of connected communities working together.

🎟️ View the full programme and book your tickets todayLearn more: www.wao.co.nz/summit2026

Early Bird pricing is available for a limited time across single-day tickets and Summit Passes.

Whether you come for one day or stay for the entire week, you'll leave with new ideas, valuable connections and practical ways to help create a thriving future.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/queenstown/wao-summit-2026/200029178542746
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops, festivals, entertainment, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 44

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Queenstown
- **state**: OT
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Wanaka & Queenstown
- **lat**: -44.69464
- **long**: 169.13511
- **full address**: Wanaka & Queenstown, 99A Ardmore St, Wanaka 9305, New Zealand, Queenstown

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Wao Summit 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Wao Summit 2026 takes place on Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Wanaka & Queenstown, 99A Ardmore St, Wanaka 9305, New Zealand, Queenstown.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Wao Summit 2026?
  - **A:** Wao Summit 2026 is organized by Wao Aotearoa.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Wao Summit 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Queenstown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Wao Summit 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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