Trust Horizon Light up Whakatāne - Light Festival

30/07/2026

Even though the lights have turned off for another year, we want to take one final moment to say a huge THANK YOU to the incredible sponsors, funders, partners, businesses, community groups, artists, contractors, volunteers, and supporters who helped make Trust Horizon Light Up Whakatāne 2026 possible. ✨

This event simply wouldn't happen without your generosity, belief, and commitment to our community. From bringing creative ideas to life, to helping us light up our town and create unforgettable experiences, every contribution made a difference.

Together, we've created moments of wonder, connection, and joy for thousands of people. ❤️

From all of us, thank you for helping make Light Up Whakatāne shine so brightly.
Until the next one. 💛✨

27/07/2026

27/07/2026

Last chance to share your feedback and go in the draw! 🍫😍

✨ We Want Your Feedback! ✨

Did you attend Trust Horizon Light Up Whakatāne 2026? We'd love to hear what you thought!

Complete our quick attendee survey and go in the draw to WIN a $50 The Brownie Bar voucher 🍫🎉

Your feedback helps us make Light Up Whakatāne even brighter each year.

👉 Complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/gmxNt2Z5sLP8avSNA

Thanks for being part of the magic! 💡💙

21/07/2026

✨ We Want Your Feedback! ✨

Did you attend Trust Horizon Light Up Whakatāne 2026? We'd love to hear what you thought!

Complete our quick attendee survey and go in the draw to WIN a $50 The Brownie Bar voucher 🍫🎉

Your feedback helps us make Light Up Whakatāne even brighter each year.

👉 Complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/gmxNt2Z5sLP8avSNA

Thanks for being part of the magic! 💡💙

20/07/2026

📸✨ WIN with Lazer Photos & Cameras - Whakatane! ✨📸

Captured a favourite moment from Trust Horizon Light Up Whakatāne 2026? Enter our photo competition for your chance to win thanks to Lazer Photos!

Whether it's the lights, the parade, the waka, or a magical family moment—we'd love to see your best shots. 💙

📷 Enter here: https://www.lightupwhakatane.com/photo-comp

Entries close soon, so don't miss out! ✨

20/07/2026

LIGHT UP WHAKATĀNE CELEBRATES BIGGEST YEAR IN FIVE-YEAR HISTORY

Light Up Whakatāne has recorded its biggest year yet, with organisers estimating that more than 10,000 people attended the free winter festival over eight nights.

More below ⬇️

IMAGE // Te Kaunihera ā-rohe o Whakatāne - Whakatāne District Council

19/07/2026

✨ 8 Nights
💡 26 Light Installations
🎉 10 Community Events
🎶 100+ Artists and Performers
🎭 300+ Parade Participants
👣 10,000+ Attendees
💫 One Unforgettable Festival
🤝 Powered by Hundreds of Volunteers, Artists & Crew
❤️ A Community That Showed Up
📸 Thousands of Photos Taken
🌟 Endless Smiles
🎨 Local Creativity on Display
🔥 One Town. One Glow.
✨ Until Next Year...
💡 Lights Off. Memories On.

18/07/2026