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Events in Rotorua

Great events live here

World-class sport, live shows, trail adventures and cultural celebrations bring people together.

Our events facilitation team can help you find the right location, understand the approvals you may need, and guide you through the event planning process. 

From your first enquiry through to event delivery, we will assess your proposed location, identify the approvals and permission you'll need. Contact us to discuss your event's feasibility and offer advice and guidance on the next steps to take. 

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Planning an event in Rotorua

Our events facilitation team can help you find the right location, understand the approvals you may need, and guide you through the event planning process. 

From your first enquiry through to event delivery, we will assess your proposed location, identify the approvals and permission you'll need. Contact us to discuss your event's feasibility and offer advice and guidance on the next steps to take. 

Bringng an event to Rotorua

  • Communicate your inquiry with our event facilitation team, including details about your event, the proposed date, location, expected attendance, and planned activities. 

  • Once we receive your booking enquiry, our team will review your event and contact you to discuss the next steps. We will provide feedback and give you a tailored list of requirements and deadlines. 

  • You are responsible for safely planning and delivering your event and providing the required plans and documents, obtaining permits and licenses, and leaving the event site in good condition 

Approvals and compliance

  • If alcohol will be sold or supplied at your event, you may require a special license. Allow 20 working days. 

  • Events held on a street or road or in packed traffic flow require a traffic management plan prepared by a registered provider and approved by council. Allow 90 days. 

  • Temporary structures, including marquees, stages, grandstands, and public access scaffolding may require building consent. Apply at least 20 days. Allow 3 to 6 months. 

  • Food vendors must hold an approved food control plan, display their registration, and obtain the required RLC permit. 

  • Forest and lake events may require permits or approval from landowners, iwi, or regulatory agencies. Allow 3 months. 

Marketing and promotion

  • Promote your event on Te Pou Pānui signage boards along high traffic routes throughout Rotorua. Subject to availability. 

  • Promote your event on gateway signage on State Highways 5 and 30. Subject to availability. 

  • The Mai Rotorua website is the leading events website for Rotorua events. 

  • Te Pou Panui provides high-visibility event promotion across Rotorua's roadside network. 

Key event locations around Rotorua

Rotorua International Stadium

Rotorua International Stadium is a large outdoor venue for national sport, major events, concerts, and community gatherings, with covered grandstand seating and flexible event spaces.

Energy Events Centre

A flexible indoor venue with spaces for concerts, exhibitions, conferences, and sport. Energy Events Centre can host everything from community gatherings to major events.

Whakarewarewa Forest

Surrounded by native forest, Whakarewarewa Forest offers a distinct natural setting and a renowned trail network for mountain biking, trail running, and outdoor events.

Rotorua Village Green

Set beside Rotorua's lakefront, Village Green is an open-air central city setting for festivals, community celebrations, and events that bring people together.