More than just music

It's free for you to participate in the workshops, films, cooking demonstrations, Kidzone and the Artist in Conversation programme.

Taste the World

Brought to you by Nova Energy
Being able to experience cultures from around the globe is what WOMAD is all about. At WOMAD some of our musical and artistic guests will be creating their favourite dishes from their homelands on the Nova Energy Taste the World stage. Grab some refreshments from the adjacent WOBAR and put your feet up and enjoy some impromptu entertainement and culinary creations from around the world.

Human Library

Don't judge a book by it's cover, you'll never know until you ask.

The Human Library contains human Books (people on loan), who are taken out by a Reader (person borrowing the Book) for 30 minutes to explore the Books topic.

Artists in Conversation

This programme offers a unique opportunity to learn more about some of the artists as they share their history and musical journeys.

Festival checklist

We’ve compiled a basic checklist of the things that you should bring with you to WOMAD.

Global Village

The Global Village is packed with art, craft and food from around the globe. More than 80 stalls trading quality products bring the world’s markets to New Zealand. 

Kidzone

Kidzone is a creative programme for young ones. It is situated within the magical Brooklands Zoo so check out the animals while you are there.

Kunming Garden

When you want to chill out, and relax, and enjoy great food and wines head to this area! Step through the Moon Gate and discover the Human Library, Nova Energy's Taste the World cooking programme, the Sustainable Village, and the WOBAR.

Te Paepae

Paepae is a place to welcome our visitors from near and far. It’s a place to meet, and mix, with representatives from tribes from around Mt. Taranaki and hear our stories.

Seniors viewing platforms

Brought to you by TSB Bank
Thanks to the TSB Bank WOMAD New Zealand provides seniors (over 65 years) viewing platforms at the three main stages. Our research shows there are loyal seniors who come to WOMAD so the festival team and the TSB Bank have come up with a way to make their festival experience easier and more enjoyable. Seniors will be able to access elevated viewing platforms at the three main stages. Thanks TSB Bank - we know the seniors really benefit from your support.

Sustainable Village

This village showcases sustainable products and concepts that you can embrace in your every day life.

Venue

The stunning Brooklands Park & the TSB Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth, Taranaki, has gained a reputation as one of the most beautiful outdoor venues in the world and is again home to WOMAD 2012. Camping is available on-site. 

WOMAD store

The WOMAD store is full of WOMAD merchandise. Grab yourself a souvenir t-shirt or your favourite artists CD – you can even get it signed if you want by them at the CD signings that are scheduled. Check out the blackboard about who will be signing and when.
There’s something for everyone in the WOMAD store the only difficulty is deciding which souvenir you will take home with you.

Workshops

You can take part in a workshop with some of the performers… explore your vocal range, dance to a different beat, or meet and be inspired by an artist. Workshop details will be released closer to the festival. 

Zero waste

Brought to you by Shell
Zero Waste is a powerful concept that challenges old ways of thinking and inspires new attitudes and behaviour. It is a multi-faceted approach, integrating the four R's of waste minimisation (reduce, reuse, recycle and rethink), to conserve the Earth's limited resources.



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