The festival was established in 2005 to draw visitors to the Mercury Bay in the shoulder season, with the enticement of Scallops and an opportunity to support the local community. Fast forward to 2024 and with a slight name change, the Oceans Festival is a date that’s marked on the calendar as a must do for many out-of-town visitors.
Behind the scenes of the festival are several Mercury Bay sporting and community groups, running the bars, greeting you at ticketing, and ensuring the festival has a lively atmosphere.
While the festival is only held on the Saturday, visitors tend to stay an average of two nights in the region, filling up local accommodation, dining out and enjoying the chance to shop and enjoy the boating and ocean activities.
It’s time to spread the word about the Whitianga Oceans Festival located on the Whitianga estuary parkland. Entice your family and friends from out of the region to come visit and show them what we have to offer here in Mercury Bay.
Let the music lift your spirits and the company provide many amazing memories.
Join us in celebrating the fun of good company, delicious food, great music. We look forward to an amazing 2024, Whitianga Oceans Festival.
Grab your tickets from – oceansfestival.co.nz. Tickets are on sale for $65.
Oceans Festival, Whitianga, Saturday,
14 September, 2024.
