Māngonui Waterfront Festival
A Festival for All, Right on the WaterfrontDate: 28th March 2026
The Māngonui Waterfront Festival is a major local event that brings businesses and tourists together to celebrate the best of Northland’s coastal culture. Set along the picturesque Doubtless Bay waterfront, the festival features delicious food from local chefs and vendors, live music, artisan markets, interactive kids’ activities, and vibrant entertainment. Held in the heart of historic Māngonui, it’s a fun, family-friendly day out that supports local enterprise and showcases everything the Far North has to offer.
Where does the money go?
It costs over $100,000 to run the Māngonui Waterfront Festival, and without the support of community grants and the $10 adult gate fee, it simply wouldn’t be possible.
Funds help cover essential costs like road closures, waste disposal, stage and electrical setup, musicians, entertainment, and event management. Any profits are reinvested directly back into the community, supporting local groups such as the Mangonui Lions, Taipa Area School, St John’s, and our very own Information Centre.
The festival also provides an invaluable platform for local artisans, craftspeople, and businesses to showcase their work to locals and visitors alike.
And most of all, it’s a whole lot of fun.
See you next year!
Stallholder Registrations
IF YOU ARE A NORTHLAND BUSINESS AND WISH TO BE PUT ON THE SHORTLIST PLEASE CONTACT secretary@doubtlessbay.co.nz
Anyone wishing to have a stall at this event is advised to register prior to the end of December to take advantage of the early bird discount.
Stall site charge rates:
- Standard : 3mx3m site $95 | 6mx3m site $130
- Extra charge for vehicle unless integral part of stall: $50.00 per site
Typical Events include
- 80+ stalls – variety of food, wine, art and activities
- 5 groups on Main Stage (near Mangonui Hotel)
- 4 groups on Chilll Stage (under the Pohutukawa trees)
- Local Line Dancers
- Mangonui World Famous Paddle Board Challenge
- Children’s Entertainment
AND MUCH MORE!
Sponsors & Supporters for 2024 were
- Wiltons Garage and Marine
- Northland Inc.
- Oxford Sports Trust
- Mangonui Lions
- Mangonui School
- Mangonui Hotel
