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Flavours
of Plenty Festival

Flavours of Plenty Festival 2026

11 - 21 March 2027

16th April
- 3rd May

We're back in 2027! Get ready for 11 days of foodie events, workshops and unforgettable culinary experiences as you explore the flavours of the Coastal Bay of Plenty.

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What's on offer?

From long-table feasts and exclusive dinners to brunches, tastings, workshops and pop-up events, Flavours of Plenty Festival showcases the very best of the Coastal Bay of Plenty's food and drink scene.

Festival favourites include the annual Battle of the Snack, where talented local chefs go head-to-head to create the ultimate snack, and the Plates of Plenty Challenge, where eateries showcase their creativity using a selection of ingredients chosen in advance by the judging panel.

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Be the first to hear about Flavours of Plenty Festival dates, access exclusive pre-sale tickets, and discover the Bay’s hottest new eateries, foodie events, and local flavour stories.

"An unmissable celebration of our region's best flavours. Every dish told a story and we loved tasting them all!"

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Keep up-to-date with foodie updates, events, ticket sales and more by signing up to our Flavours of Plenty Festival Newsletter.