Junk to Funk 2026 Waiheke

04/09/2026

Junk to Funk display is ready for you to admire at the Waiheke Library 💜💚💙
Great opportunity to see some of the winning costumes from close
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03/09/2026

Thankyou Everyone - we will be releasing our official photos soon - watch this space ###

02/09/2026

It takes a whole village! 💚
A huge thank you to everyone who came along, contributed, created, shared, helped, and made another amazing night of Junk to Funk happen!

By now, we all know that Junk to Funk isn’t just a one-night event! it’s an all-year-round way of connecting with others, learning new skills, keeping things out of landfill, and getting creative! ✨

Thank you for being part of the journey and for helping us turn “junk” into something truly funky. ♻️🎨

Here’s to more creativity, connection, and keeping good stuff out of landfill! 💚

31/08/2026

Junk to Funk lost property!
Are you missing anything?

28/08/2026

💚💜 Waiheke High School joined Junk to Funk this year too, but not quite in the traditional way! ♻️✨
Instead, they took one of our broken mannequins and gave it a whole new life, transforming it into a sturdy display piece with a solid base.
Using chicken wire, they created the bottom section and decorated it with scrap fabrics that fit perfectly with our theme this year, you’ll have to wait until the night to see it! 👀🌈 There is SO much colour!
But the best part of this story is what they used to finish the look…
🗑️ Rubbish!
As part of a big clean-up around the school, the students collected a massive 3,424 pieces of rubbish — and then turned some of that waste into part of their Junk to Funk creation!

A fantastic group of students worked together on this project, and we absolutely LOVE your mahi! 💚💜

This is such a brilliant example of how Junk to Funk goes beyond the show night. It’s about creativity, teamwork, sustainability, and showing what’s possible when we look at “rubbish” a little differently.

You are an inspiration! Keep up the amazing mahi! 🙌♻️

And tomorrow, you’ll get to see their creation in person at Junk to Funk!
📅 Saturday 29 August
🎟️ No door sales
⚡ Only 15 tickets left online, so get in quick!

https://events.humanitix.com/junk-to-funk-2026/tickets

We can’t wait to see you all! 💚💜

27/08/2026

Guess who's OPENING OUR SHOW!

This stunning artist aligns so strongly with our kaupapa, we are hugely honoured to have Princess Chelsea perform with us live in two nights time.
We are only on one night this year - with all your support & ever growing talent on our island, we may look at expanding the show -
A handful of tickets left for the last lucky few xx

Massive thanks to all involved, we are very lucky to have such a creative & dedicated team.
https://www.facebook.com/wonderfulprincesschelsea

Contact: [email protected]
Book: US [email protected], EU [email protected], NZ/AU [email protected]

25/08/2026

Remember this?
https://youtu.be/Fo7uzYz47Rw?si=VDlSoE6EQru1a0Fw
This was Junk to Funk 2025

We've seen the first costumes for this year's event, and let's just say... they're absolutely incredible! 🔥

The last two years sold out, and we're expecting another full house this year. There will be no door sales, so don't leave it until the last minute.

🎟️ Get your tickets now and avoid missing out!

https://events.humanitix.com/junk-to-funk-2026/tickets

Get ready for an unforgettable night of wearable art and creativity

Junk To Funk is back for 2026, celebrating sustainability in action for another year.

17/08/2026

While you make last adjustments to your outfits...
Shout out to Junk To Funk whanau & oftime Judge Jeanine Clarkin,
Who will join us on stage with a few choice designs this yea!
We ae so looking forward to this!
https://www.facebook.com/JeanineClarkinDesign/photos

Jeanine Clarkin
International Indigenous Maori Fashion Designer sharing Art and Culture on Waiheke

11/08/2026

Time to get your tikiti
https://events.humanitix.com/junk-to-funk-2026/tickets
https://www.facebook.com/events/1043608101385514

Welcome to Junk to Funk 2026
Waiheke Island's own Environmental Wearable Arts Show
Get ready for an unforgettable evening where fashion, creativity, and sustainability come together! Junk to Funk is Waiheke's much-loved eco-fashion showcase, transforming discarded and recycled materials into extraordinary runway-ready creations.

When: Saturday 29 August 2026, 6:00 PM (doors open at 5:30 PM)
Where: Te Huruhi School Hall, Waiheke Island
Kai provided by: Meat Free Monday's (please bring cash)
Music by: DJ Juice, plus a very special surprise guest

This year's theme shines a spotlight on fast fashion, a global challenge that continues to grow at an alarming rate. Junk to Funk invites us all to pause, reflect, and celebrate the power of slowing down.

"Slow Down. You Are Here." serves as a daily reminder that our collective identity and personal style don't need to come at the planet's expense. We don't need endless cycles of textile trends for Waiheke to remain a creative, stylish, and inspiring part of history.

Categories for the 2026 Runway
This inspiring showcase features wearable artworks created by both youth and adult designers across four innovative categories:
HE KĀKANO
Natural Fibres
PULP FICTION
Cardboard & Paper
FABRICATED
Reused Fabrics
THE MET-AL GALA
Plastics, Metal & E-Waste

Join us for an evening of imagination, purpose, and planet-friendly fashion. Whether you're supporting a designer, passionate about sustainability, or simply love a spectacular show, Junk to Funk 2026 is not to be missed.

Ticket Information
To help reduce waste, there's no need to print your ticket. We'll have your name at the door.
There will be no door sales for this event, so be sure to secure your tickets online. The last two events sold out, and tickets are expected to go quickly
https://events.humanitix.com/junk-to-funk-2026/tickets

*Designer registrations close Friday 14 August 2026, unless all available spaces are filled before then.
*Poster artwork designed by the fabulous one and only Roger Mason comics