Laneway Auckland 2026

Venue: Western Springs

Stadium Road, Western Springs, Auckland 1022, New Zealand

Date: Thursday 5 February, 2026

FESTIVAL ENTRANCE:
Main entry to the event will be via Stadium Rd.

We've put together a festival guide which covers lots of important event information. Click HERE to download/read it all.

Main entry to the event will be via Stadium Rd.

Public Transport
You can travel to and from Western Springs using Auckland Transport services. We recommend using Auckland Transport’s (AT) Journey Planner for bus connections along Great North Road or train connections via Morningside Station.

Rideshare
Western Springs is also within an easy rideshare/taxi distance from Auckland City. There are dedicated P5 drop-off/pick-up locations nearby on event days.

Walking
The venue is walking distance of nearby central city neighbourhoods (Ponsonby, Grey Lynn, Westmere, Morningside, Western Springs).

Cycling
We do not have a dedicated bike parking facility, however there is a Lockey Dock on the left hand of Stadium Road as you head towards the festival entrance.

Parking
There’s is no dedicated festival parking. Parking nearby is very limited and additional temporary parking restrictions may apply on event days. Please adhere to all street parking restrictions and don’t park on private property.

Bus Shuttles - Post Event
Event shuttle buses will be running from the venue through to Auckland CBD after the show.
Location: Great North Road, outside Western Springs Lakeside.
Timings: Starting from 9.30pm, the last bus will depart 1 hour post-event

There will be 2 services to choose from:
1 x Express Bus to Britomart,
1 x Bus to Britomart (via K Road Afterparty drop off).
For more info, head here.

Accessibility Drop Off / Parking
Our dedicated accessibility car park, as well as accessibility drop-off and pick-up, is located next to the Caltex on Great North Road (820 Great North Road). If you need to request access to this, please fill in our Accessibility Request Form.

Please note that after the event, this location will sit within the road closure for egress. For smoother post-event access, we recommend using the dedicated P5 drop-off and pick-up zone, located further along Great North Road toward the Grey Lynn shops. This area remains close to the festival gates and allows for easier exit after the show.

If you require any additional support, our dedicated accessibility volunteers - identifiable in blue hi-vis - will be available on site and happy to assist you back to your vehicle.

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Gates open at 12.30pm with the event finishing at 10pm.

Please note that entry gates will close approximately 30 minutes after Chappell Roan starts her performance.

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Please note that this event operates a no pass-out policy. Once you enter the festival, you’re welcome to remain on site for the duration of the event. If you do choose to exit the site at any point, re-entry will unfortunately not be possible.

Laneway Festival will go ahead rain, hail or snow, unless the event site is deemed unsafe by the relevant authorities.

Required for festival entry:

✔ A valid ticket (on your phone)

✔ Valid Photo ID - check ID Requirements for accepted forms of ID

Recommended to bring:

✔ Empty soft water bottle

✔ Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen - be sun smart!

✔ Credit/debit card/phone wallet - we're cashless!

✔ A bag - no larger than an A4 piece of paper!

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Found: Please take any found items to the Info Tent / Coat Check / Lost & Found on site during the festival.
Lost: If you misplace something please check with Info Tent / Coat Check / Lost & Found on the day as things will be turned in there. Any lost items at the end will be passed onto Red Badge Security located at the Stadium Rd access point during pack-out then taken to Auckland Stadiums Management Office. Any valuables from there will be handed over to central police station.

No outside food or drink is permitted - all bags are searched on arrival.

Laneway Festival is licensed to sell food & drinks and provides great, well-stocked bars.

There are plenty of free drinking water stations throughout the site – you can bring a soft, empty water bottle (that is not metal or hard plastic!) to fill up and stay hydrated throughout the day.

We do our best to cater to a wide range of dietary requirements and food allergies. While our food vendors are confirmed closer to the event date, we’ll share a full list (including allergy-friendly options) upon request once available.

If you have specific food allergies or medical requirements, please complete the Accessibility Request Form to ensure you can bring in small quantities of food. If you need to bring Hydralyte or electrolytes, you're welcome to do so as long as it’s sealed, unopened, and in its original packaging.

• Check the weather and wear clothes to suit - Laneway is outdoors (with some covered areas available).
• Familiarise yourself with the banned items list before arriving.
• Plan your transport ahead of time and allow extra time for entry during peak periods.
• Download your ticket , and the playing times and site map in advance (or the app!)
• Look after each other - medical, crowd care, and low sensory spaces are available on each site (see site map for details).

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Laneway is about great music, shared moments, and looking out for one another. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to enjoy the day.
That means we have a zero-tolerance approach to behaviour that puts others at risk or makes them feel uncomfortable. Bullying, fighting, unwanted physical contact, throwing items, or verbal abuse will not be tolerated.
Our security, medical, and crowd care teams are on site throughout the day, with increased focus in high-energy areas such as mosh pits, to help ensure everyone can enjoy the festival safely.

The following items are prohibited:

✘ Glass or breakable containers (makeup in glass bottles, mirrors and perfumes).

✘ Cans or metal canisters including metal water bottles and aerosols

✘ Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, bicycles

✘ Milk or bread crates or metal cans or containers

✘ Chairs (folding, portable, camping) or any other furniture

✘ Clothing with sharp studs that could cause injury to patrons (i.e. belts, wristbands, large chains etc.)

✘ Club patches and jackets

✘ Weapons of any kind (including potential missiles)

✘ Flares, fireworks, smoke bombs, or any other explosive device.

✘ Alcohol

✘ Illicit drugs or paraphernalia including nangs, bongs or pipes.

✘ Vapes & E-Cigs with more than 110mL liquid (please note the venue may have specific smoking regulations and areas)

✘ Sound or video recorders or professional cameras (with removable lens)(small still cameras are allowed)

✘ Laser lights or laser pens

✘ Umbrellas (bring a plastic poncho or raincoat instead)

✘ Water pistols

✘ Dogs or other pets (service dogs excepted)

✘ Fires and open flames of any kind

✘ Sound Systems

✘ Eskies, coolers or chilly bins

✘ Culturally insensitive items

✘ Drones

✘ Register rolls, shredded paper, confetti or other item likely to cause an environmental issue.✘ Other items as determined by Laneway Festival, that do or can potentially cause injury or public nuisance.

No professional cameras (cameras with detachable lenses) are permitted without formal media accreditation. Likewise no audio or film recording equipment can be brought into the Festival. Please note, small digital cameras and handycams for personal use are allowed.

You can bring prescription medication into the event, BUT the medication needs to be in its original packaging with the dispensary label matching the name on the ID of the ticket holder. Only bring the amount of medication you need for the duration of the event. If you would like to store your medication with our medical team, please advise a Laneway staff member upon entry and we will be able to direct you. Please note that your bag will still be searched by security prior to entering the festival. Over-the-counter medication for personal use (e.g., Panadol, Nurofen) is allowed at the festival.

Laneway Auckland volunteer applications are now closed.

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When the music wraps up, please allow a little extra time to exit the site, as a lot of people will be heading home at the same time. Follow staff directions, make a plan for how to get home ahead of time, and please be mindful of our neighbours - we appreciate your patience and respect.

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We are no longer accepting bar staff applications for 2026. Thanks for your interest!

If you're interested in being a food vendor at Laneway Auckland, please fill out this form.