Octoblast Essentials

Friday to Sunday: 8am to 9pm Sunday and Monday: Exit only after 2pm Monday: Gates close at 7pm (all packed up and off-site by then) Tip: No entering or exiting outside gate hours. Re-entry requires your wristband. No entry at all after 2pm Monday.

Tent camping is included with your ticket. Campsite entrance is approximately 500 meters from the festival site. Open Friday 8am to Monday 7pm. No camping at Lake Tomarata. If staying longer, book local eco-huts, campsites, or an Airbnb. Facilities include drinking water, cold showers, and toilets. You may bring a cooking setup but it must be secured off the ground or in a vehicle. No open flames and no ground cooking. Vendors will also have plenty of food options. Leave no trace: take all rubbish home. Bikes are fine for the campsite and walkway but must be parked before entering the festival grounds. Bring lights and a lock.

Cash is preferred. Some vendors may have EFTPOS but do not rely on it.

Music, art, performances, wellness, and plenty of fun. Free drinking water. Food stalls catering to most dietary needs. Market stalls with outfits, treasures, and experiences. Chill spaces and a staffed care space. Flushing toilets and hot showers, open at set times to reduce waste water.

Ticket and vehicle pass (every car needs one). Valid ID (Driver’s License, Passport, or Kiwi Access Card). Camping gear. Water bottle and thermos. We recommend 10 liters per person for the campsite. Shade gear such as a gazebo or shade sail positioned over your tent. Sunblock, hats, and umbrellas. Swimwear and towel. Festival outfits, but avoid sequins, feathers, or anything that sheds. Rubbish and recycling bags for your own waste. Portable ashtray if you smoke. Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. No glass.

Freshwater lake on site. Swimming only at the beach near the Humming Hut stage. 8am to 8pm. Do not swim outside these hours. Keep the lake clean: no alcohol, sunscreen, or waste in the water.

No glass. No fire. No pets. Gas cookers must be secured in a vehicle or off the ground. Fire risk is extreme. Be cautious with lighters, matches, and cigarettes. Ashtray tins are available on site. Medics and security are available 24/7. Look for crew with radios or lanyards.

Octoblast is a leave-no-trace event. Take everything home with you. Bring reusable bottles, cups, plates, and cutlery. Bars use stainless steel cups with a deposit system. Carpool where possible to reduce traffic and connect with fellow festival-goers.

Address: 186 Atkins Road, Te Ārai Travel time: about 90 minutes from Auckland CBD. Reception is limited. Download offline maps or bring a paper map. No vehicle movement after dark. Nearby accommodation: Mangawhai, Pakiri, Te Ārai.