15 September – 3 October

FOTOFEST 2025

FOTOFEST is back for it’s 4th year, this September 15th to October 3rd.

This year, the festival is going big, with more time, more to see, more to do and more ways to celebrate our region as the "photography capital of the country". 

From street and window exhibitions, competitions, outdoor installations, workshops and more. This event supports our local creatives and businesses offering multiple reasons for locals and visitors to engage with and enjoy our creative city.

If you are a photographer or creative who uses photography as their medium and would like to take part, registrations of interest are open until the end of the month.

Head to www.fotofest.nz to find out more.