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17 September 2026 – WOMAD Aotearoa — First 2027 Lineup Taster
By Editorial Team - September 17, 2026
Summary
WOMAD Aotearoa reveals its first wave of international and local artists today for the March 2027 edition at the picturesque Bowl of Brooklands in Taranaki.
Key Facts
- WOMAD Aotearoa announced its first 2027 artist lineup taster on 17 September 2026.
- The festival returns to the picturesque Bowl of Brooklands in Taranaki in March 2027.
- Features a curated blend of global sounds, indigenous storytelling, and independent artistry.
- Entities: WOMAD Aotearoa, Bowl of Brooklands, Taranaki, New Zealand, Muzic.NZ
- Tags: womad-aotearoa, festival-announcement, world-music, indie, taranaki, bowl-of-brooklands, new-zealand
New Zealand's premiere global music and cultural festival WOMAD Aotearoa unveils its first artist taster today for the upcoming March 2027 gathering at the iconic Bowl of Brooklands in Taranaki.
The initial announcement features a diverse tapestry of traditional folk masters, innovative global beats, and boundary-pushing independent artists from across Africa, Latin America, the Pacific, and Australasia. Set within Taranaki's stunning natural amphitheater, the festival remains a beloved cornerstone on the southern hemisphere calendar.
Music enthusiasts are invited to celebrate cross-cultural creativity and unity in one of the world's most scenic world music and arts festival destinations.