Waitangi ki Manukau is returning to Manukau Sports Bowl in 2026 and bringing with it a stellar new line-up.
Auckland Council Events, in association with RepFM and The Roots, is proud to present an exciting new showcase to commemorate Waitangi Day in the new year.
On February 6, 2026, Aucklanders are encouraged to come along to Manukau Sports Bowl for a day of free, whānau-friendly fun, a stellar musical line-up and delicious kai while embracing culture and community.
Waitangi ki Manukau provides a chance to connect and learn about the history of Aotearoa and reflect on Te Tiriti o Waitangi / Treaty of Waitangi, the founding document of our nation.
Prepare for a day packed with epic headliners and supporting acts, ready to deliver non-stop bangers. For the hip hop fans, there’s hip-hop star Sid Diamond and the talented rising star J-Hu$tle; for infectious, feel-good reggae rhythms there’s Sweet & Irie and Lopz & The Rastaz and delivering soulful grooves and funk is Vibe City Band.
Don't miss out, enjoy a day of free activities, tasty kai, stunning performances, and cultural learning this Waitangi Day.
The full line-up is as follows, with more to be announced:
• Sid Diamond
• Sweet & Irie
• Vibe City Band
• J-Hu$tle
• Lopz & The Rastaz
More to be announced. Check our event page for updates on the lineup.
