Pride Festival 2026 at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki

Celebrate Pride at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki with a day of art, music, performance and self-expression. This festival brings together rainbow artists and communities in a joyful programme honouring creativity, identity and connection.

Programme highlights:

• Buckwheat – Our fabulous hostess will be with us all day to emcee the event!
• Jason Parker – A high-energy pop performance from one of Aotearoa’s rising stars
• GALS (Gay and Lesbian Singers) – Uplifting choral music from this iconic community choir
• Gertrude Stein and a Companion – A theatrical performance exploring Queer love, art collecting and legacy
• Pride Patches: Stitch Your Style! – Craft your identity onto your own clothes or design a shirt using upcycled Gallery uniforms.

Expect surprise pop-ups, music and plenty of colour throughout the day.

No bookings required – just come along and join the celebration!

Keep an eye on the ‘What to Expect’ section on our website as we add to the programme!