NZ’s best free family event is back — January 14th to 17th, 2027.

NO ENTRY FEES. NO RIDE TICKETS. NO WRISTBANDS. NO HIDDEN COSTS. That's right. Just turn up and enjoy the fun.

Funfest Auckland returns for four days of FREE summer family fun at the Due Drop Events Centre, 770 Great South Road, Manukau, with FREE entry, FREE parking, FREE rides, FREE live entertainment and fun for the whole whānau.

Over 4 - FREE EVENT DAYS  Jan 14th, 15th, 16th 17th 10am to 6pm daily we'll be celebrating 10 years in South Auckland of bringing joy, laughter and unforgettable memories to families across Tāmaki Makaurau. Funfest has become one of New Zealand's most loved family events and remains proudly 100% FREE for everyone.

Whether you're experiencing Funfest for the first time or making it part of your family's summer tradition, you'll discover thrilling rides, great entertainment, delicious food, community spirit and thousands of smiling faces over four fun-filled days.

✅ FUNFEST 2027 SPONSORS & PARTNERS

A huge thank you to the incredible organisations, trusts, businesses and community groups helping make Funfest 2027 possible. Your support, generosity and aroha help us continue delivering one of New Zealand's biggest FREE family events.

MARQUE SPONSORS
Trillian Trust – Serious About Your Community
Wiri Licensing Trust – Doing Good in Our Hood
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi – The Heart of Funfest
Tip Top – The Official Ice Cream of Fun at Funfest
Watercare – Wonder Wai Discovery Centre
Matson Shipping – The Logistics Behind the Funfest Magic
Auckland Transport – Kids Learn to Ride Zone
Coversure – Live Life Covered Zone

SUPPORTED BY LOCAL BOARDS
Howick Local Board
Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board
Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board

COMMUNITY WELLNESS PARTNERS
Tamariki Crown Care
Tread Lightly | Beautification Trust
Manukau Christian Charitable Trust
I-Spy Nits
Auckland Community Law Centre
Disability Connect

EVENT PARTNERS
Mai FM – Official Media Partner
BBM (Buttabean Motivation) – Official Charity Partner
Soul Purpose Entertainment – Official Live Entertainment Partner

ACTIVATION PARTNERS
Outpost 42 – Partnering on Fan Experiences
All Blocks LEGO® User Group – Partnering on NZ's Biggest Free Brick Show

Together, these amazing partners help us bring four unforgettable days of free family fun, community connection, learning, entertainment and experiences to tens of thousands of families across Auckland.

Ngā mihi nui for being part of the Funfest whānau. ❤️

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