23/06/2026
🔥 ROAD TO FLARE 2027 – NATIONAL GRAFFITI BATTLE SERIES 🔥
The road to Flare starts now.
For the first time we are hosting a Graffiti Battle that is going nationwide, bringing together some of Aotearoa's most respected writers and emerging talent in a series of regional qualifiers leading to one national champion.
Each battle will see artists go head-to-head, showcasing style, originality, technique and letter mastery. The winner of the National Graffiti Battle will earn a place at Flare Ōtautahi Street Art Festival 2027, joining the festival lineup.
The series will culminate in the National Final at Christchurch Hip Hop Summit in November 2026, where regional champions from across the country will battle it out for the title.
Tour Dates
📍 Auckland — 14 June
Artists: Eaks, Rezi, Nopes, Caine, Revos, Romeo
📍 Corban's Estate
📍 Invercargill — 27 June
Artists: Futs, Sence, Ates, Seok, Dema, Weks
📍 Wellington — 18 July
Artists: Same, Cekoe, Verbs, Rogue, Genos, Snor
📍 Christchurch — 26 July
Artists: Drows, Lurq, Rivets, Seven, Sewer, Smeagol
📍 Tauranga — 8 August
Artists: Olivs, ANC, Moon, Honey
📍 Dunedin — 29 August
Artists: Epok, Geral, Sphinx, Bugs, Xanadu Jams
🏆 National Final
📍 Christchurch Hip Hop Summit
📅 November 2026
Massive thanks to all the artists, crews, hosts, supporters, Montana Cans, Rinley's, Railside and our local partners helping make this nationwide series possible.
Who's taking the crown and securing their spot at Flare 2027?
