SAMOA AOTEAROA NZ SIVA AFI FESTIVAL

Now in its fourth year, this pioneering event brings the talents and skills of wāhine and rangatahi to the fore, through a centuries-old traditional art form from Samoa: siva afi/fire knife dancing.

Feel the heat, sense the excitement, and watch the night light up with performers of this exhilarating Samoan art form as they showcase their talents and compete for glory, setting the Festival and Auckland region aflame with the fire of Polynesia.

Day one is dedicated to the Wāhine Toa Afi Competition, which will feature local and international competitors alongside special guest performers and internationally renowned siva afi experts. And on day two, experience the phenomenon of siva afi ailao as the New Zealand Schools Siva Afi Festival Competition takes place.

Food stalls open from 4pm