Saturday 19 September 2026

Thanks for an Epic 2026
Whitianga Oceans Festival!

What a day, Whitianga!
Coast Meats Country came to life on the stunning Whitianga Marina, with big sounds,
bold flavours and an incredible festival atmosphere from start to finish.

From fresh seafood and smoky BBQ to refreshing drinks, boot-scootin’ and an epic line-up of live music - Oceans Festival 2026 was one to remember.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day what it was.

Logo for the Whitinga Oceans Festival featuring a green island, ocean waves, and a sunset background with white text reading 'Whitinga Oceans Festival' and additional text indicating it is part of Coast Meets Country.
Check out the 2026 Gallery here

Plan Your Festival Day

Get the lay of the land before you arrive! Check out the 2026 Festival Map & Programme to find your favourite food and beverage vendors, stages, entertainment, facilities and everything happening throughout the day.
Download Map & Programme Here

Celebrating
20 Years!

2026 marks 20 years of the Whitianga Oceans Festival.
A celebration of music, food and unforgettable Coromandel moments by the water.

The Sheriff’s Saloon - Very Important Posse (VIP)

SOLD OUT

Two people smiling at a festive gathering, one wearing a captain's hat and the other in a striped shirt and captain's hat, sitting at a table with drinks and food.

Step into The Sheriff’s Saloon and be part of the Very Important Posse (VIP) - the ultimate way to enjoy the Whitianga Oceans Festival.

With limited tables available, round up your crew and settle in for a premium Coast Meats Country experience. Think curated tipples, local Whitianga tasting dishes, and a private space with prime views of the marina stage.

Tables won’t last long.

Learn more
A man wearing a tan hat, striped scarf, and navy t-shirt holding plates of food at a large outdoor gathering under a white tent with many people seated at tables.
Three friends dressed in red plaid shirts and cowboy hats enjoying outdoor festival, surrounded by other attendees, some wearing costumes.
Three men sitting in lawn chairs at an outdoor event on a grassy field, with a crowd of people sitting and standing in the background. The men are dressed in casual, colorful clothing with accessories like sunglasses, hats, and gold chains. They are holding drinks and appear relaxed.
Group of four women dressed in striped shirts, red scarves, red berets, and sunglasses, smiling and enjoying an outdoor event.
Three women sitting with their feet up on a blue bench, smiling, with a large shell sign behind them. Two glasses of drinks are on either side of the bench.
People dancing in colorful costumes at the Whitianga Oceans Festival with band performing on stage in the background.
Illustration of a fish, a cow's head, and a cowboy hat, all in blue.

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