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Autumn Equinox 2010
02 March 2010
On March 20th the hills of Lees Valley are rocked by a 15,000 Watt Greenhorn system. Autumn Equinox 2010 brings your favourite local and beyond eletronic mixtures to the outdoors so get into it..
Subduction 2010, Win a Ticket
27 February 2010
Dunedin outdoor styles meets breakbeat madness. Hitting it up for a second year in a row, Subduction 2010 provides for the needs of DnB, Dubstep, Electro and Breaks heads of the south. Win a ticket off us!!
New Photos: Campus A Low Hum 2010
05 February 2010
Got some photos through from the outdoorstyles crew who attended Campus A Low Hum. The Pool was pretty sweet, check it out.
Alien Nation This Weekend
02 February 2010
Alien Nation is New Zealand's longest running Outdoor Trance Dance Party launches for the 8th year running with another full stomping Doof in the stunning Wairoa Gorge. Located southeast of Nelson City. A must for any outdoor party Animal or Alien wanting to experience our Epic Kiwi outdoor Doof culture!
95bFM Summer Series
29 January 2010
As always, the 95bFM Summer Series is a free event for everyone. Albert Park turns into a mini-festival oasis in the middle of the CBD with vendors, food stalls, and a lifted liquor ban - so bring along your blankets and chilly bins and soak up the perfect summer afternoon in the city, accompanied by killer tunes on the stage the south end of the park! 7th March 12pm-7pm: THE MINT CHICKS, THE NAKED AND FAMOUS, BANG BANG ECHE, AN EMERALD CITY, RACKETS, BANDICOOT, O'LOVELY
Win a SPLORE Prize Pack
28 January 2010
To take your Splore experience to the next level you'll be kitted out with a RoadCraft Campervan and reserved campervan site as well as loads of goodies including Splore merchandise and lots of other great products from our fantastic sponsors. Ticket holders TXT FIESTA to 244 to BE IN TO WIN.
An Eventful Weekend coming up
27 January 2010
This weekend is a very eventful weekend on the New Zealand Outdoor Music Festival Calendar. Luminate Festival begins Thursday 28th, followed by Kiwiburn, Parachute and the Organic River Festival on Friday. Fiesta Del Sol and the MMM Bush Party are both happening in the Auckland region on Saturday 30th, as well as Sounday in Christchurch.
Bush Party Ticket Winners
22 January 2010
The winners of the double passes to MMM Bush Party 2010 are Nikola Brent & Catherine Te Reo. What an awesome prize, hope you have a great weekend out at the Music Mountain.
Sounday in Christchurch
22 January 2010
Sounday 2010 makes use of the massive park in the middle of Christchurch City. Saturday 30th Jan, so it should be sunny and you can hear The Phoenix Foundation / Don McGlashan / Electric Wire Hustle / The Nameless Sons feat. Paul McLaney / Sleepy Age / PMoney / Module / Ghost / Marianne Dissard and Delaney Davidson / The Handsome Family. Tickets from Cosmic Corner.
Campus A Low Hum is sold out
22 January 2010
Campus A Low Hum is sold out, hardly a surprise. If you got a ticket don't forget the themes, for each three nights, Orientation/toga/yobbo...... Teen Wolf Roller disco and The glam leavers Formal..... oh the potential.
One Love 2010
19 January 2010
Mr. Bob Marley shares a birthday with Waitangi day. Saturday the 6th Feb brings One Love back to the Hataitai Velodrome in Wellington. Featuring Don McGlashan, Sola Rosa feat. Spikey Tee, Richard Nunns & The Etymologists, The Eastern, Mungo's HiFi, The Midnights and only $10 entry, great day!
MMM 25% Discount
15 January 2010
You can get a 25% discount off your ticket price for MMM Bush Party 2010. Please follow this link. Bush Party 2010 features some stunner acts from the NZ Roots scene including katchafire and Rhombus.
Win Tickets to MMM Bush Party
11 January 2010
outdoorstyles has 2 double passes to the MMM Bush Party 2010 to give away. Bush Party 2010 features some of the top acts on the NZ Roots scene including Katchafire, Rhombus & Opensouls set in a beautiful natural environment, not one to be missed.
Campus A Low Hum about to Sell Out
11 January 2010
A note from A Low Hum: "According to sales progress, Campus A Low Hum will sell out in less then seven days. However, when this same warning came out last year, it sold out in three, so don't mess around! So many gutted people last year, and trust me, if you miss this event, you are going to weep. My goal with Campus was to create the most inventive, unique and incredible event that this country has ever imagined. Its happened."
Happy New Year
29 December 2009
We're heading out into the woods today so no news from us for a bit. We'll be back next year with tons of photos of what everyone got up to over the New Year. Have a good time out there, be safe and try not to get sunburnt.
MonsterMash 2010 Update
21 December 2009
Clova Bay! I bet you'll have to look that one up, what an awesome spot in the Marlborough Sounds. MonsterMash New years 2010 have some of New Zealands finest electronic acts with a few notable live (hip hop and dub/reggae) acts thrown in for good measure. A healthy dose of Progressive Trance, Minimal Techno, Dubstep, Psytrnce and plenty more will be be aural candy for ears over one of the biggest soundsystems we've got together in years.
NOISE at Parachute 2010
21 December 2009
Parachute 2010 is less that 50 days away, and that means their first Noise event at Parachute Festival is fast approaching! This extra programme has top Festival acts from NZ and ashore running training workshops for musos, on the Saturday and Sunday of Parachute 2010.
Special deal on MMMNYE tickets
21 December 2009
If buying at Eventfinder, enter the Promo code MMMNYE to receive a special 20% discount, for limited time.
Parachute Ticket Prices rise up
17 December 2009
Better be in quick in Parachute Music Festival ticket prices rise today, a General admission ticket will jump from $152 to $172 so if you're going to do it, do it now..
Fiesta Del Sol
16 December 2009
The Festival of the Sun is coming to Waiheke Island January 30. Catch the ferry over the water to Fiesta Del Sol and catch up with Norman Jay, Crazy P DJ SET feat Danielle Moore and others.
Summer Soulstice Photos Up
16 December 2009
The Summer Soulstice photos are up, check out the crazy but awesome and beautiful loation. Thanks Charlotte we stole them from your Facebook.
Womad is bursting at the seams
16 December 2009
From Stuff.co.nz > Womad's popularity may be its own worst enemy - a landmark report into the international festival is warning it may be in danger of outgrowing its New Plymouth venue. View Full Article
Summer Soulstice, Waikari Valley, Canterbury
10 December 2009
This years M*A*S*S*I*V*E Summer Soulstice is just a hop and a leap away from Frog Rock in the Waikari Valley. Given the atmosphere created by the stunning location, organiser Charlotte Crocker has decided to keep visuals to a minimum. 'The natural surroundings lend themselves to making a beautiful dance ambience,' she says. 'We want to highlight that, and let nature do the rest.' Summer Soulstice is on this Saturday night 12th December, c u there.
Summer Soulstice Ticket Winner
08 December 2009
Latonya O`Sullivan takes the double pass to Summer Soulstice in Canterbury this weekend. ooh it's looking good!
PHAT10 Ticket Winner
03 December 2009
Kelly Harrison was the winner of our PHAT10 giveaway, and she is stoked, why wouldn't you be.
Pendulum Live at PHAT10
08 December 2009
Pendulum, The 4 original members ANSCENIC, SPEED, EL HORNET & MC VERSE will be bringing a cutdown version of their legendary live show including a massive visual element to PHAT10 this year.
Basement Jaxx and Lupe Fiasco headline Splore 2010
27 November 2009
Yes that is right, what else is there to speak of. Basement Jaxx and Lupw Fisaco are coming to Splore 10. It's happening 19-21st feb.
Last Chance for PHAT Draw
26 November 2009
Last day for getting your entries in for the free ticket to PHAT10, just visit the page and enter your name and email. Simple. It's not too far away now...
Photos: Mystic Forest 2009
13 November 2009
Photos from the first outdoor party of the Season, Mytic Forest 2009.
Burning Man 2009 Images
10 November 2009
Christchurch Photographer Mark Watson went to Burning Man Festival in Nevada this year and has shared his photos for all of us to see. Totally worth checking them out you'll be blown away by the scale of the event, See them here. New Zealand has its own Burning Man Event, Kiwiburn, so if you want a taste, head along in late Jan.
The Invasion of Parihaka
05 November 2009
Today, 5 November, is the 128th anniversary of the invasion of Parihaka by 1500 armed constabulary and militia, led by two Members of Parliament. Parihaka had become a haven for dispossessed Maori throughout the country, attracted by the passive resistance to land confiscation taught by Parihaka leaders Tohu Kakahi and Te Whiti o Rongomai. On the morning of 5 November 1881 more than 2000 Parihaka people sat quietly while children greeted the army. The Riot Act was read out, the community's leaders were arrested, and the five-year occupation of Parihaka had begun.
Organic River Festival
04 November 2009
A 100% pure New Zealand Gathering, The Organic River Festival 2010 happens from Jan 29-31 2010 near Levin. Heaps of organic goodies, healthy activites for mind and body a nice music line-up including An Emerald City and Jess Chambers.
Parihaka Peace Festival 3rd Announcement
30 October 2009
The big news is Tiki Tanne and the Dub Soldiers and Te Pou o Mangataawhiri, the long-serving kapa haka group, formed in 1921 by Te Puea Herangi are coming to Parihaka 2010. Billy Te Kahika, Benka Borodovsky Bordello Band, Big Belly Woman, Julian Temple Band, Native Sons and Roy G and the BIVinators
WOMAD 2010
28 October 2009
Set in the Beautiful Brooklands Park in New Plymouth, WOMAD 2010 is the late summer music experience not to be missed. World Music, incredible food stalls and something for everyone.
Luminate festival 2010
27 October 2009
Back for its third year, Luminate Festival is an earth friendly festival of music, art, dance, creativity and sustainability. A vibing summer festival at the beautiful Canaan Downs.
More for PHAT10
22 October 2009
Yes there is more! DJ Marky and Stamina MC from Brazil have been confirmed for PHAT10. As if you needed another reason to get there.
Mystic Forest 2009
20 October 2009
The first of the summer, Mystic Forest 2009 kicks off the summer in fine style with a huge mix up of local talent. Michael 'Sick Cycle' West says...outdoor parties are the shiz!!!
R&V Third line-up announcement
19 October 2009
They have kept a good one till last, Rhythm and Vines 2010 is bringing John Butler Trio, Biffy Clyro, DJ Fake Blood, Roots Manuva (aka Rodney Smith) and more to little Gisborne town.
Splore 2010 1st LINE-UP
17 October 2009
Ohh it's looking good. Splore 2010 is going to festure JAMIE LIDELL (UK), KID CARPET (UK), MYSTRO (UK), THE GASLAMP KILLER (USA), DANIEL HAAKSMAN (GER) as well as some tasty NZ treats including SOLA ROSA, MINUIT, ELECTRIC WIRE HUSTLE, KING KAPISI, PITCH BLACK. have you got your ticket yet?
OutdoorStyles is now on Twitter
16 October 2009
So we joined up to Twitter tonight. We are @OutdoorStyles. Join up with us for the latest line-up updates and news, and if we're out late enough, some ramblings from The Anatoki to East Bromley.
Parachute Christian Music Festival
15 October 2009
New Zealand's largest Christian music festival, and one of New Zealands largest music festivals, Parachute Festival 2010 celebarates it's 20th year running in 2010. This is a big event on the calendar, don't miss out.
A Low Hum NYE 2010
07 October 2009
Hey, have you heard about the New Years outdoor gig near Wellington that only costs $30 and it's 100% BYO? Sweet deal lets go there for new years. It's called Fields of Dreams, A Low Hum NYE 2010 outdoor gig.
Parihaka Peace Festival Initial Line-up
03 October 2009
Parihaka International Peace Festival 2010 celebrates its 5th year running with another stunning musical line-up, the announcement so far include Brisbane bands Kooii and Kingfisher, Bellbirds, Herbs, King Kapisi and more from NZ ad afar.
Highlife NYC Update
01 October 2009
DJ Scratch (NYC) (EPMD) & DJ Cash Money (USA) (DMC World Supremacy DJ Champion) to replace DJ Pete Rock (NYC). Due to the cancellation of his Australasian tour, DJ Pete Rock will not be performing at this year's Highlife NYE Experience 2010 in Matakana. Highlife Entertainment are thrilled to announce that DJ Scratch from the legendary rap group EPMD and world DMC champion DJ Cash Money will now be replacing Pete on this titan festival line up.
Parihaka Peace Festival Early Bird tickets
30 September 2009
Limited Early Bird tickets for the fifth anniversary of the Parihaka International Peace Festival are on sale from Thursday 1st October. Tickets available online.
Campus A Low Hum 2010
17 September 2009
Back to school for fun and, music and general looseness. Campus A Low Hum has taken over an old unsed boarding School out near Bulls in the lower North Island. It has all the goods of A Low Hum Camp, and it will sell out fast so get on to it.
Coromandel Gold sells out in less then 3 weeks.
15 September 2009
After less than 3 weeks on sale Coromandel Gold is officially SOLD OUT and SOLD OUT means SOLD OUT there will be no additional release of tickets
Where is that Low Hum coming from?
14 September 2009
Did someone mention Camp A Low Hum 2010? Wait for it, see all the details here on Wednesday (16th Sep).
The Freemasons and Pete Rock confirmed for Highlife NYE
11 September 2009
The Freemasons (UK) & Pete Rock (USA) join the Highlife NYE Festival line up. They are joining a strong international line-up including Sneaky Sound System, Vandalism and Stonebridge.
Canaan Downs Festival Having a Break
11 September 2009
Canaan Downs Festival 2010 will not happen this new years folks.
Skream and Benga Confirmed for PHAT10
11 September 2009
Yes the Dubstep heavyweights are back at it again or PHAT10. Skream and Benga join the massive line up, More details at PHAT10
R&V Second Line-up Announcement
03 September 2009
The MOBY is coming to Rhythm & Vines this year, also EDITORS (UK), 2MANYDJs (LIVE), AJAX (Sweat It Out), BANG GANG (Doom & Hoodrat), DJ Emerson Todd, Future of the Left, White Rabbits. Whether you say darn or damm, it's a pretty damm good line-up so far. Are you going?
Win a Ticket to PHAT10
03 September 2009
Yes you can, right here. We have some to give away. Just Visit the PHAT10 page for details.
Pendulum Confirmed for PHAT10
02 September 2009
PHAT10 is the exclusive NZ stopover for the PENDULUM (DJ SET) ALBUM PREVIEW TOUR. This will be your first chance to hear tracks from Pendulum's eagerly anticipated new album, spun by the original trio (Anscenic, Speed and El Hornet) and hosted by MC Verse. Be There.
Music Mountain Matakana New Year
31 August 2009
Looking for a Roots Electronica line-up over the new year. Go no further than New years Eve at MMM. A Strong classic Kiwi Roots line-up including Salmonella Dub, Ladi6 and Cornerstone Roots. All this just a short drive from Auckland.
Circulation Festival and Native Fusion
29 August 2009
Hello Dunedin! Open your summer with a juggling ball and fire Poi. The Circulation Festival 2009 is on in November. A weekend of circus performance workshops, outdoor dance party and taking it easy in the hils above Dunedin.
Plans for New Years?
27 August 2009
We put a page up to help you decide what to do and where to go for New Years this summer. Have a look at the Outdoorstyles New years Guide 09/10.
Coromandel Gold New Years 2010
24 August 2009
Have you been wondering where all the big names are playing on New Years Eve this year? Look no further, it's at Coromandel Gold 2010. Shapeshifter, Kora, Tiki just to get you started.
Rippon 2010
13 August 2009
Rippon Festival prepares for another round. The once every 2 year music event is one of the scenic music venues in the country, or the planet! A fine line up and a fine location once again for Rippon 10.
Sneaky Sound System at Highlife NYE
11 August 2009
International pop superstars SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM have been confirmed to headline this years Highlife NYE Experience Festival. Other top class international acts include VANDALISM (AUS), STONEBRIDGE (SWEDEN), MISCHA DANIELS (NETHERLANDS), NICK THAYER (AUS) and many others.
Rhythm and Vines Line-Up Announcement
06 August 2009
The first set has been released, Rhythm and Vines 2009 has lived up to the expectation of high quality music for your new year ears. Empire of the Sun (AUS), Major Lazer (USA), Midnight Youth, State of Mind LIVE feat. PNC, Krafty Kuts (UK), LCD Soundsystem DJ Set (US), Kora, P Money and more as always.
Spring Equinox
05 August 2009
Summer is coming, come and celebrate at Spring Equinox out in North Canterbury. All your Delicious favourites will be there including Stu Chapman (UK), Jantsen (USA) and TOM COSM.
Highlife NYE Aotearoa Music Line-up
05 August 2009
Highlife NYE 2010 has released their NZ music line-up. Things are coming on strong with the likes of The Opensouls, Sola Rosa, Tahuna breaks and Charlie Ash. International line-up is still to be released so check back here for details.
Kiwiburn 2010
14 July 2009
The dates are set so get planning for Kiwiburn 2010, New Zealand's regional Burning Man event in Southern Waikato. Burning Man 2010 will run this year from August 31 to September 7 at the Temporary Black Rock City in Northern Nevada.
Prana Early Bird Tickets Gone
23 June 2009
Early Bird Ticket for the 5 Day Prana New Year Blue Moon Festival 2009-10 have sold out. Everyday price is now $250
Do you love me?
20 June 2009
Do you love me, or at least like me a little bit? If so, please vote for me at the people choice web awards for 2009, we fit into the entertainment and lifestyle sections. Click here to vote.
Dunedin Winter Solstice
05 June 2009
Hey it's cold, and it's even colder in Dunedin, pefect time for an outdoor party. Come and play amidst the trees & hills of Whare Flat for The Dunedin Winter Solstice Celebration!
Hype & Daddy Earl confirmed for PHAT10
31 May 2009
The PHAT10 new year will be brought down in fine styles with HYPE & DADDY EARL at this years Phat10. Earlybird tickets are gone.
SPLORE Earlybird
15 May 2009
Splore 2010 earlybird Tickets on sale now: Go to www.splore.net to be in for earlybird tickets for only $145 (includes shipping & booking fee). Limited numbers and only available until 30 June.
Rhythm & Vines Early Bird Tickets Gone
11 May 2009
Yes, almost before they were even announced, Rhythm and Vines 2009-2010 Early Bird tickets have sold out. Pruning tickets are available now at $175 + bf. Get them at the Rhythm and Vines website.
Phat Moon Pics
09 May 2009
Just posted some pictures from Phat Moon 09 Bass Camp over easter. You can add your own pictures as well if you like, just sign up and access is yours.
Thinking about New Years 09/10
08 May 2009
This week tickets for Rhythm & Vines and Highlife NYE Matakana went on sale. So who is keen for planning 7 months ahead, we aren't, but if you are they are available a bit cheaper.
Festivals: Choose your own adventure
24 April 2009
At this early stage in the year the festival planners are at the stage of booking acts and arranging some top class entertainers for your summer fun. Now with the help of facebook you can help shape your festival by joining various Facebook groups. Phat 10 and Splore 2010 both have groups and are encouraging your input at this early stage.
Friends of WOMAD are Important People
24 April 2009
Become a friend of Womad and you can pay off your Womad ticket over a whole year. Donate $50 to become a become a Friend of WOMAD NZ Charitable Trust, make eight monthly donations of $25 and your 2010 WOMAD ticket, and a funky t-shirt, will be delivered to you early in the new year. sweet deal check the womad website for more details.
Black Sun Empire returns to Phat
24 April 2009
International Drum n Bass act Black Sun Empire (Holland) will return to New Zealand this New years for Phat10. These guys can't seem to get enough of it.
Splore 2010 Dates
18 April 2009
Splore returns on 19-21 February 2010 to Tapapakanga Regional Park in the Auckland Region. Splore is a bi-annual 3 day festival with a programme of music, art and performance. See Splore 08 for details.
PHAT10 Earlybird tickets on Sale Now, save $80
18 April 2009
$160 tickets Strictly limited to 500 then the price goes up to $240. First in first served. Purchase through http://www.everyman.co.nz/index.php?q=phat-10.
In search of the lost 2 hour documentary on Nambassa 1979
31 March 2009
The campaign in search of the lost 2 hour documentary on Nambassa 1979. This doco "Wong Way to Marry" by Asia Downunder TVNZ, was broadcast nationally on NZTV, contact Peter Terry at Nambassa if you can help. See the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_83a-zJcE6Y
PHAT One Oh
28 March 2009
Yes it's March and we're thinking about News Years already. PHAT10 is in prep and they've already got some news. BAD COMPANY (UK); SPOR (UK); MALA DIGITAL MYSTIKZ (UK). Thats good news.
Phat Moon Earlybirds Gone
24 March 2009
Early Bird tickets for Phat Moon 09 are out the door, normal ticket price is $75 or $80 on the gate. It's not a mid-winter Phat Moon so no complaints for being too cold. Easter Beats in Inangahua.
How to get to i-Nation
20 March 2009
Everyone is getting excited. It's all looking good for the weekend. Directions to i-Nation. From Christchurch, head to Darfield the turn left down Bangor Road just after Darfield. Go 8k then slight left at Homebush..... ahh, just click here for directions.
Win Phat Moon Tickets
16 March 2009
Hey we've got more tickets to give away! If you're keen for Phat Moon then make sure you enter the draw. The only place to be for your Easter d+b/Dubstep getaway.
New Photos: Camp A Low Hum & Prana
13 March 2009
Photos are trickiling in. We have photos up for Camp A Low Hum 09 with plenty of getting loose carnage. Thanks heaps to Ben Butcher for these intense photos. We also have photos of the Prana retreat new year festival.
Win an i-Nation Ticket
02 March 2009
The i-Nation crew have put some goodies up for grabs on outdoorstyles. All you have to do to get into the draw is visit the i-Nation page and fill in your details. So much excitement about iNation out there, you don't want to miss this one.
The Main Divide 2009 review
01 March 2009
"Shortly after the gathering of several thousand soul'n'bass hungry revellers within shape-cutting distance of the incredibly open stage, P Diggsss and crew began the....". The Main Divide 2009 review, thanks to Joe Dodgshun.
WOMAD Ticket Winners
25 February 2009
outdoorstyles ran a draw for 2 tickets to WOMAD 2009. Sara Norman and Paul Jones were the lucky winners. Womad is all set and ready to go, tickets are selling fast so make sure you don't miss out. As well as music and dance, Womad features films under the stars, taste the world cooking sessions, artisis conversations, workshops and the Kunming Garden bar area.
Phat 09 Review
23 February 2009
J from C4 has written a review for Phat 09. The wet, the rain, the mud and the drum n bass. Read all about it here.
Main Divide Ticket Winners
19 February 2009
outdoorstyles is sending Matt Hawkins and Nick Newell to The Main Divide for free, simply because they entered the draw for tickets! The Main Divide is set to go full steam this Saturday so make sure you get your ticket.
No Bluesfest 2009
18 February 2009
The Coromandel Peninsula Blues and Roots Music Festival will not proceed in 2009. "Timing, artist availability and tight allocation of resources over these unsettled economic times" have led to the decision, but it's not over for good. "The energies of the Bluesfest team will now be focused towards the return of the Bluesfest NZ festival in 2010." For more details see Bluesfest 2008
Bush Party 2009
15 February 2009
Fancy a day just out of Auckland, surrounded by Native Bush with the sounds of The black Seeds, Salmonella Dub, Little Bushman and more? It's easy just get out to The 2009 Bush Party at Music Mountain Matakana on Feb 28.
New Photos: Luminate & Summer Soulstice
12 February 2009
We're on a photo collecting mission so if you have some photos to post, now is a good time. We have new photos of Luminate 09 and Summer Soulstice 08 so have a look. Thanks to Maia and Mark Watson for this shots.
Shapeshifter in the South
12 February 2009
The Main Divide will host the last South island performance for 2009 before they go hide away in the studio for the year. The band will also be playing over 50% new material and are looking forward to laying down a monster set to a home town audience. Playing alongside many of their favourite NZ acts including SOLAA, Electric Wire Hustle, L.A. Mitchell, Ladi 6, Pacific Heights and Urban Notion, expect a jam session extraordinaire. Get your ticket to ride live at The Main Divide 21st Feb.
Cuba Street Carnival
11 February 2009
If you're in Wellington on the 21st of February, it will be difficult to avoid the Cuba Street Carnival. Make sure you get on down there and become part of the free explosion of colour, music, performance and superior street party atmosphere. 10 stages spread throughout the heart of the city.
Waitangi Day / Bob Marley Day
02 February 2009
Keen for some outdoor music action to celebrate your day off this friday, and the birthday of our favorite Bob Marley. You're in luck if you're in town.
- Auckland - Waitangi Day festival at Okahu Bay on Tamaki Drive, featuring House of Shem, Tahuna breaks and Opensouls and FOR FREE, thanks Auckland City Council.
- Wellington - Radio Active presents ONE LOVE at the Haitaitai velodrome, just through the Mt. Vic tunnel. only $10, sweet!
- Christchurch - Massive and The Catalyst Music Trust presents One Love at New Brighton, again for FREE. Thompson Park New Brighton. Bring a picnic and frisbee, take it easy.
A.R.E.A 9 Venue Change
16 January 2009
A.R.E.A 9 has moved. Entrance now off State Highway 8 between Twizel and Omarama. Head down the Lake Ohau Road 4kms and you won't miss it. Signage will be visible on State Highway 8.
Rhythm & Vines Review
15 January 2009
Rhythm & Vines 08-09 "We were however, presented with somewhat of a problem. The sheer volume and quality of the entertainment at R&V meant that....". Big thanks for Joe Dodgshun for the contribution. If you missed out then read the review here.
Image Action
15 January 2009
Fresh photos are in from Rhythm and Vines, Phat09 and Canaan Downs New Years Festivals, so go check out what you missed out on! HUGE thanks to Jimi Merlin Smith and Joe Dodgshun for the images.
Alien Nation Update
14 January 2009
The Alien Nation line-up is now taking shape and looking good if like a bit of filthy trance, or 5 days of it. This year the line up includes COSM, Grouch, Psymon Barnett and plenty of others from near and afar. Trance DJ's get the prize for most entertaining DJ names, have a look.
Parihaka receives unfair media attention
14 January 2009
Parihaka Peace Festival has been given some unfair media attention this week. See the NZ Herald story here. Parihaka Peace Festival is an asset to this country as it encourages peace and diversity, and helps to educate our people about our past. It is unfair to use the actions of a few individuals to make a generalisation about the people at Parihaka Peace Festival.
Camp A Low Hum Sold Out
13 January 2009
Yes, thats the word, Camp A Low Hum is sold out.
Camp A Low Hum Selling Fast
12 January 2009
Heads up,, Camp A Low Hum tickets will sell out in the next 2 weeks. Once sold out, thats it... no gate sales, no day passes, no last minute extra sales..when they gone, they gone so sort it now if you're keen to be there!
A.R.E.A.9 Early Bird Tickets Sold Out
07 January 2009
A.R.E.A.9 Early Bird Tickets have Sold Out. Stanard tickets are still available for the Waitangi weekend Aoteara Rock Extreme Adventure.
WOMAD Ticket Giveaway
06 January 2009
We have 2x 3-day WOMAD tickets to give away. All you need to do is to enter the draw is visit the WOMAD 09 page, enter your details and answer the question correctly, and you're in!
Summer Summer
05 January 2009
Hey all, hope you all had a great New year celebration, we all did wish it was still going right. Hey if anyone has some amazing festival pic from over the holidays, or just anytime, don't forget to post them up by creating an account, or simply email them to us. Cya at the next one!
i-Nation 2009
23 December 2008
i-Nation is back again for it's third year running. The boys and girls out at Whitecliffs invite you back in late summer for i-Nation 2009. Always featuring a strong roots line-up, we can look forward to Tiki Live, P-Digsss, Ladi6, Sounshine Soundsystem, O.G. and more. Into it.
The Main Divide
11 December 2008
Fabel is bringing The Main Divide at Pegasus Bay Winery back for it's second year. A late summer outdoor gig with Shapeshifters only Canterbury performance of the summer. Other acts include Ladi6 and Pacific Heights. It's looking good and we have some tickets to give away so make sure you enter the draw.
Lyall Bay Festival
10 December 2008
If you're in Wellington this Saturday (13th December), make sure you head down to the Lyall Bay Festival. You'll be able to catch Module, Imon Star and The King Homeboy from Olmecha Supreme among other performances lasting all day as well as surfing lessons and stalls. All for free so make sure you help the Miramar South School - Beach Education Programme for children.
Kiwi artists added to WOMAD lineup
08 December 2008
Kiwi artists Anika Moa & band, The Sami Sisters and Andrew White have been added to the list of performers for WOMAD 2009. Looking good, good idea as an xmas gift too, a WOMAD ticket.
Summer Soulstice
04 December 2008
MASSIVE and SUBTLE have paired up to put on what sounds like an epic Summer Soulstice. Salmonella Soundsystem, Oakley Grenell, Gooba and Nazarite bring the dubby ragga sound to the outdoors. We've got a few mix cds to give away too.
Music at Parihaka 2009
28 November 2008
A nice list of bands have been confirmed for Parihaka Peace Festival 2009. Some goodies includes Kora, Little Bushman, Katchafire, O.G., Tommy, Olmecha Supreme, SJD, House Of Shem, Cornerstone Roots and heaps more.
Rhythm & Vines steps up
27 November 2008
It's looking rather huge. R&V08 has confirmed that it has sold more than 16,000 tickets already. Thats rather huge. The three day festival offers premium and VIP luxury camping zones where you turn up to the "Camp ground" and you get double beds, hot showers and power points etc. Premium prices too. This is camping my buddies, Auckland style!
Mystic Forest Ticket Winner
20 November 2008
We have just drawn the ticket for Mystic Forest. Ticket winner can only be identified as JJ. You know who you are, check your emails for details.
Soundsplash 2009
18 November 2008
Motherland Collective regretfully have announced that Soundsplash will not return in 2009. Soundsplash Eco Reggae Festival has been running since 2001 and has been great. All hope is not lost though as Motherland Collective have not said this it is the end of the Soundsplash vibe.
Public Enemy... Public Enemy
14 November 2008
No this is not bullshit, it's actually happening! For the first time in 9 years the one and only Public Enemy are coming to New Zealand. Chuck D, Flava Flav and a full nine piece band will be bringing their unique blend of ground breaking, politically charged hip hop to Gisborne for what will be their only 20th anniversary tour date in New Zealand. Rhythym n Vines Hey and don't forget about Ladyhawke too.
Mystic Forest 2008
12 November 2008
Mystic Forest is back again for 2008, and it's back at Orton Bradley Park given the success of last years event at this stunning location. A single night with three zones of the best 'tronica from around here, and also a live band to keep things grounded. Win a ticket to Mystic Forest.
Canaan Downs Update
12 November 2008
Canaan Downs Festival has released more information about the music and performances at the festival. Three performance areas will aid the main "One" stage with enough entertainment to keep the whole family going. As well as the Boom Chamber, Village Stage and the .3rd resistance, don't miss the Culture Trail, Starlight Cinema and Kidszone. Ticket price rises to $139 from Friday 14th. Win A Ticket to Canaan Downs festival.
Luminate 2009
12 November 2008
Luminate: Earth Friendly Festival 2009 is back in late January 2009. The festival, which is held at Canaan Downs, is an earth friendly festival of music, dance, art, creativity and sustainability. Family friendly and non-alcohol event. More info at the Luminate 09 page.
Fat Freddys at Sounday 2009
10 November 2008
Sounday 2009 is already looking to shine. 24th Jan 2009 Hagley Park in Christchurch. The early line-up includes Fat Freddys Drop in their first official gig for 2009 along with some more gems to be revealed at a later date. We don't list city gigs on this here website so more details to be found closer to the date, but book it in, your Sunday Sounday for 2009.
The Blue Lake Music Festival
30 October 2008
The Blue Lake Music Festival (was Blue Lake Dub Experience) brings the summer outdoor style to Rotorua. It's looking good with a lake front scene and Che Fu, Rhombus, dDub, The Little Bushman, and DLT.
Womad 2009
29 October 2008
TAFT released some info today about WOMAD 2009. Headline acts include Seun Kuti and his Egypt 80 band from Nigeria, Fat Freddys Drop, Little Bushman, Mikidache, a singer-guitarist from Mayotte, near Madagascar, and the Seckou Keita Quartet from Senegal.
Directions to Voyage
24 October 2008
The Outdoor Styles season is starting up this Labour Weekend with Voyage in North Canterbury. Directions from Christchurch: Go thru Rangiora to Loburn, and then straight ahead thru North Loburn along Whiterock Rd, then left veer into Taafes Glen Rd (gravel) and along to the end. View the Map
PATTERN DOT LIFE
22 October 2008
A live album & open source remix project from Module AKA Jeramiah Ross. Listen to PATTERN DOT LIFE version (1.0) in the audio player or DOWNLOAD the whole live album for FREE!
Have you considered your retirement yet?
14 October 2008
Make sure you think about your needs in the future, you'll need a caring nurse, a medication box with days of the weeks written on each compartment, and filthy trance music. Test out your new (outdoor) retirement option this new years at the Psychedelic Retirement Village, a semi underground new year event featuring a range of music styles in a lush setting.
Kiwiburn: New Zealand's Regional Burning Man Event
06 October 2008
You've heard about Burning Man Festival right? Maybe you don't quite know what it's all about. Well no need to go to Nevada, you only need to go just north of Taupo to the Kiwi style Burning Man event. Kiwiburn 09 is on 5th-8th February 2009.
Canaan Downs Line-up announced
04 October 2008
A nice line-up has been announced for Canaan Downs Festival. Some names from the big list include Antix/Fiord, Nyquist, Dimmer, Sloaa, Little Bushman, Charlie Ash, COSM, O.G. and Sam Hunt! Have a look at Canaan Downs Festival for the full lineup.
Win a Ticket to Canaan Downs
02 October 2008
We have a magic ticket to give away! outdoorstyles.co.nz is running a draw for a ticket to Canaan Downs Festival. To enter simply fill out your details on the Canaan Downs 09 page. Prize is drawn December 5th.
R&V Third line-up
29 September 2008
R&V08, the goods just keep coming. Santogold (USA), Late of the Pier (UK), DJ Nu Mark (JURASSIC 5 - USA), Cut Copy (AUS), The Cribs (UK), Antiform LIVE & MC Twin Cam, Ladi 6 (MC & DJ Set), DJ Switch (UK), Aquasky (UK), South Rakkas Crew (USA), An Emerald City, Batrider, DJ Audit (CAN), Soane, Olmecha Supreme, Blackbird, Module LIVE, Brazil Beat Soundsystem, 38:40 DJ Collective, Dj Lotion. Pretty Huge.
Circulation Festival 2008
27 September 2008
Join the Dunedin performing arts crew for A unique four-day festival that focuses upon the underground styles of circus, fire performance, manipulation and music. The Circulation Festival runs from November 14 - 17, "Just in time for jandals and sunblock".
Camp A Low Hum 2009
11 September 2008
The music festival for people who don't like music festivals is back for Waitangi Weekend 2009. No line-up announcements but the trust to know that Camp A Low Hum has delivered impressive things over the last few years. Music festivals close to Wellington are rear, and in the true Wellington fashion, this ain't your typical music festival. Have a look to see what we're talking about.
Canaan Downs Festival on 3 news
11 September 2008
Canaan Downs festival was recently featured in a 3 News Nightline story. To view the story, click here to view the story on the 3 news video website.
M*A*S*S*I*V*E Earthdance & Spring Equinox
10 September 2008
A few local outdoor events are happening around Canterbury over the next few weeks. Earthdance is on Sunday 14 September 2008, Thompson Park, Christchurch. Join the world and have a boogie!
Spring Equinox 2008 is to welcome the spring and say goodbye to winter. It is going to be held in the North Loburn/Mt Thomas area, somewhere between Oxford and Rangiora, in a very suited-to-spring setting, amongst daffodils and blossom, with a line up of DJs to stimulate your body into moving in a way that some people call dancing.
New Years 08/09 guide
04 September 2008
Spring has just hit so it's time to start thinking about the summer holidays. We have created a quick guide to keep you informed of what's on and where you could go this new years. We'll keep it updated as we have more info. Early bird tickets are available now for early birds.
Psy Pirates Voyage 2008
22 August 2008
Labour weekend 2008 the Psy Pirates present Voyage outdoor dance culture festival, combining elements of music, art and performance. Voyage features a healthy selection of international and local electronic artists over three zones, including a trance zone and D&B/Dubstep. A Psy party with heaps more! More detail on the Voyage 08 page.
R&V second line-up announced
19 August 2008
Another impressive list of acts has been announced for Rhythm and Vines 2008. The second announcement includes Franz Ferdinand (UK), Jamie Liddell (UK), The Datsuns, Adam Freeland (UK) among others. For a full line-up have a look at the R&V08 page.
Solid PHAT09 Lineup already.
30 July 2008
PHAT09 is looking good already, and it's only July! Another announcement of huge international acts including Andy C + MC GQ, Skream and Noisia join the already noted Dieselboy and Drumcorps among a top notch list of New Zealand talent of course. Slight discount on tickets if you get them early. More info at the PHAT09 page.
R&V 08 First line-up announcement
27 July 2008
The first line-up for Rhythm and Vines 2008 has been announced. It's all looking really good with heaps of big acts from Aotearoa and a few goodies from overseas including The The Kooks, Shihad and Digitalism. The line up so far can be found at R&V 08.
Bumper Stickers
03 July 2008
We have a few outdoor styles bumper stickers lying about the place. If you would like one to put on your vehicle or otherwise, please send us a stamped self addressed envelope and we'll send one out!! Contact Details
PHAT09 First Announcement
20 June 2008
Coupla acts have been named in an early lineup announcement for Phat09. FIRST ANNOUNCEMENTS : DIESELBOY & MC MESSINIAN USA, DRUMCORPS (aka AARON SPECTRE), THE UPBEATS, CONCORD DAWN, P-MONEY, STATE OF MIND, BULLETPROOF..............
Site Upgrade: Maps and Bookmarking
14 June 2008
Been busy working out this Google maps business and now you can have a look at all the Outdoor Styles on an interactive map. This and some bookmarking facilities have been added today. The map is more fun than the bookmarking. Thanks to Google for providing the ability to do this.
Dunedin Winter Solstice
09 June 2008
It seems the North Island has some catching up to do. It's colder down south but there are more outdoor parties down there during winter, Someone explain? Dunedin Winter Solstice is on the same night as Christchurch Winter Soulstice. Do you think telecom will set up a digital video communication portal thing for us like they do in the big retail malls.
Winter Soulstice, win tickets.
14 May 2008
My cold fingers are telling me winter has set in for the, uh, winter. Thats no problem because it means a snowy type of outdoor recreation if you're into it and it also means Winter Soulstice happens in Canterbury, June 21st don't miss out. We have some tickets to give away so make sure you enter the draw.
Phat Moon Early Birds sold out
07 May 2008
Phat Moon Early bird tickets have sold out. The Full ticket price is $80.
Feijoa Festival
05 May 2008
Just when you thought it was all over because it rained hard and got a wee bit cold. No the season of festival has been extended until the 10th of May this year. The Feijoa Festival will provide some easy tunes from katchafire, Manual Bundy among others. It's always warm in sunny Coromandel.
Summer Festivals Abroad
24 April 2008
We've just found this Virtual Earth live map of some the big northern hemisphere summer festivals for 2008. If you're heading overseas for the winter or just want to know what else is out there, have a look. Timeout has also listed what you can get up to in the United Kingdom and also in America. Check out Shambhala in Canada too!
Phat Moon early bird tickets
18 April 2008
Phat will be releasing 200 early bird tickets to Phat Moon on Monday (this coming Monday) 21st April from noon at the $55 + booking fee price (full price will be $75 + bf). They are available through www.phatclub.co.nz only.
The Late Summer
17 March 2008
Hey There. Now you'd be getting on a bit if you were the summer of 07/08 but don't worry this old dog still has a few tricks to spin. The one to get your ticket now for is i-Nation, what a huge lineup and at such an ideal spot. Easily accessible from anywhere in the South Island. And then For the Maui North Islanders The Bluesfest happens over easter weekend, followed by cute wee Littleweed. Cup of tea and blanket for the evenings maybe, but don't give up on summer, never give up on summer!
Review: Soundsplash 08
21 February 2008
Couldn't make it to Soundsplash? No matter. Check out the review by Mara Weiss. "Soundsplash continues to reward as a roots event of uncompromising quality with unpretentious down-home vibes guaranteed." outdoorstyles welcomes any contributions, especially in the form of festival reviews and photographs. If you are interested, simply get in touch.
Win Tickets - The Main Divide
07 February 2008
outdoorstyles has a ticket to give away to The Main Divide at Pegasus Bay on the 1st of March, all you have to do is tell us who you are, how simple!! Enter here.
Happy Birthday Bob, and NZ. Whats on?
06 February 2008
Keen for some outdoor music action to celebrate your day off, and the birthday of our favorite Bob Marley. You're in luck if you're in town.
- Auckland - Waitangi Day festival at Okahu Bay on Tamaki Drive, featuring House of Shem, Cornerstone Roots and Unity Pacific FOR FREE, thanks Auckland City Council.
- Wellington - Radio Active presents ONE LOVE at the Haitaitai velodrome, just through the Mt. Vic tunnel. only $5, sweet!
- Christchurch - MASSIVE presents One Love at New Brighton, again for FREE. Bring a picnic and frisbee, take it easy.
New Stuff!! Photos!!
04 February 2008
outdoorstyles has had a bit of work and now YOU are able to post YOUR photos up for the people to check out and to make this website space more colourful! All you have to do is register, login then upload some photos. You are also able to create a profile for yourself, but you can stop people from looking at it if you're not so keen on that. Please excuse the current lack of photos, we'll have more and more every week.
Peak Season
02 February 2008
So here we are, right in the middle of the peak season for Outdoor Music Festivals. Rippon tomorrow, oh and we missed one: campalowhum. Sounds like a whole new ball game for the outdoor style. Next we have Luminate in the south and Splore in the north. Don't forget about Soundsplash next weekend too. Anyone doing the three weekend mission? Cool
Parihaka, Peace
16 January 2008
Us outdoor crew had a run up to Parihaka Peace festival. I gotta say Departure Lounge made me proud to say that I live in the Garden City, and the whole event made me proud to say that I come from this country of ours, Aotearoa. The festival was magic, such a nice atmosphere, plenty of sunshine and positive messages about keeping ourselves and our environment healthy in this changing world. It's a MUST for next year if we're thinking about it, but never made it. Did you hear about Modules set? Funny but so much fun!
Summer Breeze
03 January 2008
Hey there, hope you all had a good new years. DJ Zinc and Dynamite MC tore it up at PHAT08 along with the locals of course, and the tribal zone and relaxed scene was a winner at Canaan Downs. AND HOW WAS THE WEATHER!!! So onward and upward look we have the whole summer of amazing outdoor festivals to look forward to, long may the sun shine.
Mercury Rising - Cancelled
26 December 2007
Due to recent adverse weather conditions and a resulting lack of progress with infrastructure installations. Mercury Rising 2007 has been called off. Ticket refunds are available from the point of purchase. Unfortunate but true...
Splore Music line-up complete
13 December 2007
The Splore 08 line up is complete. Highlights include Pharoahe Monch from New York, Freddie Cruger and Mo'Horizons from Europe, as well as a huge Aotearoa line up with names like Shapeshifter, Kora, Module, Tiki, Surf City and Epsilon Blue. Looking Forward!!!
Mercury Rising and The Main Divide
04 December 2007
Two new outdoor styles have been added to the already magnificent summer that is 07/08. Mercury Rising in the Coromandel is a New Years event featuring Katchafire and The Phoenix Foundation. The Main Divide happens in North Canterbury in early March and includes Module, Kora and Pitch Black. We hope you have your outdoor new years sorted, see you there!!
Last chance for cheap Canaan Downs tickets
29 November 2007
Tickets for the Canaan Downs Festival will rise from $99 to $125 this Saturday (December 1). Get in quick or you'll miss out on the discount. Check canaandowns.com for ticket outlets.
Full Moon Summer Soulstice
24 November 2007
Summer Soulstice is on tonight. Everyone in the Canterbury area should make the trip out to the Waimak River tonight, it looks like it's going to be a warm and clear night, and light too with a full moon on the cards!
PHAT08 update
16 November 2007
Tickets sales are progressing much faster than last year, with half of the 5000 tickets already sold. Sales are up in the north island this year, especially in Auckland. The event has also confirmed showers will be installed to compliment the flush toilets and improved fresh water supply. So with what we're predicting to be a sellout crowd, improved facilities, a traffic management plan and one huge lineup, PHAT08 is looking good. check out more details here
Soundsplash Line-up Announcement
08 November 2007
Motherland Collective announced some confirmed acts for Soundsplash 2008. The line up includes Overproof Sound System, G Corp, Katchafire, Open Souls, Cornerstone Roots, Olmecha Supreme as well as many other home-grown acts. It's already shaping up to be another good weekend in Raglan. Early bird tickets are still available.
The Gathering Archives website is live
07 November 2007
The Gathering archives website is now running. The website promotes "an open invitation to all Gatherers and Gathering crew to send us your stories and scans of your photos from the Canaan Downs and Cobb Valley years." Thanks to Ali Green for all her hours of research and work! thegathering.co.nz
The Gathering Archives
01 November 2007
Ali Green, a organiser of The Gathering and web designer has been working away over the last year putting together the gathering archives website. We look forward to the launch, and contributing to and discovering memories of The Gathering.
This New Website
01 November 2007
Okay so who is ready for a sneaky launch on the 1st of November, thats a tidy date. It's already happened. Welcome to outdoorstyles.co.nz, your first stop for outdoor music festival planning and information. Keep in touch to see the site grow with more and more features, more and more festivals.