Local Wild Food Festival 2026 - Whakatane

Sat, 21/02/2026 - 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Local Wild Food Festival 2026 - Whakatane

The Award-Winning Local Wild Food Festival is a highlight on the Eastern Bay of Plenty culinary calendar, celebrating wild food from a region abundant in wild game, kaimoana, and fresh local produce.

Enjoy a full day of wild food tastings, live cooking demonstrations, exciting cooking challenges, and live music, all set among ancient Pōhutukawa trees and overlooking one of the best beaches in New Zealand.

Tickets go on sale from 1 December. This event is a must-visit for food lovers in Whakatane and the wider Eastern Bay of Plenty.

Early Bird (1-31 December) - $10 + booking fee Online Presales – $15 + booking fee Gate Sales – $25 (16 years and over) Children – 15 and under free

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Location

Mahy Reserve

7 Mair Street
ŌhopeBay of Plenty Region 3121
New Zealand

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