Western Springs Carnival 2026

This event is taking place at The Outer Fields at Western Springs Stadium. You can find directions to the venue here.

TBC

It's easy to reach Western Springs Stadium on public transport with bus and train services from the City Centre and beyond. The nearest train stations are Morningside or Baldwin Ave.

Check out Auckland Transport's event guidance for reaching The Outer Fields at Western Springs.

Plan your journey using Auckland Transport's Journey Planner.

We cannot guarantee the validity or authenticity of tickets purchased from third party sellers such as Viagogo or individuals selling on other online marketplaces. Non-valid tickets will be refused entry. 

There is no onsite parking provided for this event. Limited parking may be available on the streets and businesses surrounding the venue. Please be aware that some surrounding streets will be closed during the event. 

Please be aware that in the interest of patron safety, some surrounding streets will be closed or have parking restrictions during the event.

Please note that P5 zones can also be used by private vehicles, not just Ubers, taxis and other rideshare apps

Recommended to bring:

✔ Empty plastic water bottle
✔ Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen - be sun smart!
✔ Credit/debit card/phone wallet - we're cashless!

Food & drink

• No outside food or drink is permitted - all bags are searched on arrival.
• This event 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 clear, empty water bottle (that is not metal or hard plastic!) to fill up and stay hydrated throughout the day.
• This event will do it's best to cater to a wide range of dietary requirements and food allergies. While their food vendors are confirmed closer to the event date, they’ll share a full list (including allergy-friendly options) upon request once available.

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.

Cameras & recording devices

• 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 event.
• Please note, small digital cameras for personal use are allowed.

Prescription Medication

• 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 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 event.
• Over-the-counter medication for personal use (e.g., Panadol, Nurofen) is allowed at the event.

Banned items

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.

For a full breakdown of items please visit our conditions of entry here.

Yes. 

• For safety reasons, footwear is to be worn at all times.
• We do not permit gang patches or gang paraphernalia to be displayed.
• No high-visibility vests or clothing may be worn.

No, this is an all ages event.

Banners, flags (without poles) and posters made from soft materials such as cloth, cardboard or paper are permitted. Signs should not be larger than A4 in size and must not obstruct the view of other patrons.

Larger banners and flags with poles will only be allowed into the venue once they have been reviewed and approved by the stadium security team before arrival to the gate. Please email us at info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz to seek approval before matchday.

Banners that exceed the maximum size or that have not been approved may be denied entry.

There is no bag drop onsite for this event. Bag restrictions are that bags must not exceed an A3 size.