# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Milky Way Glowworm Cave: An intimate Cave Concert Experience supporting Ridge Ponini 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Deep inside the Milky Way Glowworm Cave lies the breathtaking Starburst Cathedral - the largest chamber of the cave system. Join us for an intimate cave concert experience. Surrounded by thousands of glowworms, delicate formations and incredible live acoustics, this magic underground will host for an unforgettable evening you won’t want to miss. 

This concert is a fundraiser for Ridge Ponini, who has recently been accepted into the prestigious National Opera Studio in London. A portion of every ticket sold will go towards supporting Ridge Ponini as he takes his next step in his journey. 
To experience a voice like this inside the cave natural acoustics is something incredibly powerful. 

Featuring: 
Ridge Ponini - our main performer for the evening 
Grace McCarthy Sinclair - opening for the first half and accompanying Ridge 
Jelsha Eastes - a young local rising star opening the second half 
A second rising star (to be announced) performing outside at the cave entrance as guests arrive

This is more than a concert - it’s a chance to support emerging talent while experiencing opera and classical musical in one of New Zealand’s most unique natural environments. 

Date: April 25th 2026
⏰ Time: 6pm - 10pm
📍 Location: Milky Way Glowworm Cave, 567 Waipu Caves Road, Northland NZ
🎟 Tickets: $150 per person, milkywaycave.nz/events 

What to Expect
• A natural glowworm “sky” above you
• Stunning cave acoustics, with a focus on opera and classical music
• Limited-capacity audience for an up-close experience
• A peaceful, respectful environment

Important Information
• Cave temperature is 15°c, please wear appropriate clothing and footwear
• Flat, comfortable footwear recommended
• No flash photography
• Help us preserve this special environment by following all guidance on the night

Spaces are strictly limited to maintain the intimacy and protect the cave environment

milkywaycave.nz/events
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/milky-way-glowworm-cave-an-intimate-cave-concert-experience-supporting-ridge-ponini/200029887919131
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, performances, live-music, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 38

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://milkywaycave.nz/events?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=whangarei-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Whangarei
- **state**: NO
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 567 Waipu Caves Road, Waipu, New Zealand
- **lat**: -35.93697
- **long**: 174.36448
- **full address**: 567 Waipu Caves Road, Waipu, New Zealand, 567 Waipu Caves Rd, Waipu 0582, New Zealand, Whangarei

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Waipu Caves Farm Park (https://allevents.in/org/waipu-caves-farm-park/27366556)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am (+12:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 567 Waipu Caves Road, Waipu, New Zealand, 567 Waipu Caves Rd, Waipu 0582, New Zealand, Whangarei
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Waipu Caves Farm Park
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** entertainment, music, concerts, performances, live-music, nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Milky Way Glowworm Cave: An intimate Cave Concert Experience supporting Ridge Ponini  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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