MEETINGS OFFICIAL OPENING
Date: Tuesday 16 June 2026, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
We welcome our manuhiri to Auckland and the NZICC with a pōwhiri conducted by Ngāti Whātua Ōrakei followed by the official start of MEETINGS 2026 and the biggest week in the New Zealand business events calendar. Spend time connecting with industry colleagues new and old accompanied by sumptuous light bites, entertainment and stunning views of Auckland.
MEETINGS CELEBRATION: Electric Garden
Date: Thursday 18 June 2026, 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM
The MEETINGS 2026 Celebration is set to be an unforgettable finale, transforming the spectacular New Zealand International Convention Centre into a vibrant, festival‑inspired garden after dark.
Headlined by Synthony, whose fusion of orchestral power and electronic beats has captivated audiences across New Zealand and Australia, Electric Garden promises to pulse with energy from the moment you arrive. Expect exceptional food experiences and incredible entertainment all in a stunningly reimagined space.
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