SAUNA FEST

15-17 May 26 | Blue Lake-Rotorua

We’re heading back to the Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park for another year of Sauna Fest! Our last festival was a total success — we sold out and brought together an incredible community for a weekend like no other.

If you haven’t been before, picture this: 15 wood-fired saunas scattered around the lake and nestled in the bush, surrounded by music, food, dancing, and great people.

We’re currently working behind the scenes to bring Sauna Fest 2026 to life. Right now, we’re collaborating with the council to explore ways to increase the event’s capacity. We’re also on the lookout for our headline music act and main speaker. If you have suggestions, or want to be involved, we’d love to hear from you. Just flick us a message at:

saunafest@thesaunaproject.co.nz

Sauna Fest is all about growing sauna culture in Aotearoa. It’s a space for like-minded people to come together for a weekend of connection, learning, and good times.

Take a closer look at what happened at Sauna Fest 25…

  • Click here to immerse yourself in all the goodness of the Sauna Fest 2025 workshop & music schedule! Learn more about our presenters, musicians and what’s on offer!

  • Click here for a closer look at the vendors and the delicious food/drink they're offering.

  • Click here for a closer look at the market stalls and all the amazing creations and product on offer.

  • Click here to check out the musical talent which will be gracing your ears.

  • Book in for a healing experience at Sauna Fest. Click here to find out more

A place to connect, learn and grow sauna culture
in Aotearoa.

Sauna Fest is an attempt to grow sauna culture in New Zealand. We aim to create a space where we can collectively explore the health-giving benefits of sauna. One way that we do this is by incorporating ancient traditions into our sauna routines, using steam and oils to create a multi-sensory experience and enhance well-being. Alongside the saunas we also have: sauna, ice plunge, educational workshops, yoga, meditation, games, food, markets, music, dance.

Where is Sauna Fest?

Our location is nestled by the beautiful Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), just outside of Rotorua. The venue is the entire Top 10 Holiday Park, situated right on the lake's shore. The holiday park offers a vast amount of space and great amenities. Sauna Fest is a family-friendly event, and there are plenty of activities for kids to enjoy. If you visit the Top 10 Holiday Park website, you can get an idea of all the things to do in the area.

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