Sanctuary Sounds 2025
Sanctuary Sounds returns to Takapau for another exciting festival this December!
A not-for-profit music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of music from all over New Zealand and abroad. The 3 day festival is a true grassroots experience, held on a rural property in Takapau, Central Hawkes Bay, where you will find yourself immersed in music, art, food and friendship!
Sanctuary Sounds is an inclusive gathering of friends who share a love of music and community. We love to party! With your help, we create a party like no other, fuelled by kindness, generosity, and good ol'fashion fun. Don't hesitate to bring the kiddies along! They will love the relaxed vibe and freedom to explore the land.
Costumes, themed campsites, and exuberant fun is highly encouraged! Stay tuned to learn more about this year's theme!
Line up
To be announced! Keep an eye out for any updates!
Tickets
We strive to keep the festival as affordable as possible. It is 100 % not-for-profit.
The money you pay for tickets is used to pay musicians and provide the facilities necessary for the weekend.
Tickets will go on sale in August - Check back in later!
Certified Self Contained Motorcaravan Parking
We have enough camping space for everyone! Large buses, trucks and campers are stationed at the Top Paddock.
- Camping is included free with your Sanctuary Sounds Ticket.
- Gates open at NOON on Friday for you to begin establishing your weekend campsite!
- There is currently a Ford that you need to cross to get to the top paddock for camping. Please don’t attempt this if your car is low to the ground
- NO DOGS and NO BYO
We welcome you to make yourself at home. Spread out a bit and remember to respect your neighbours. Check out the map so you know where to go.
For any queries, please contact Sanctuary Sounds.
What to Bring
- All of your BEST mates! Kids under 13 are FREE (if accompanied by a paying adult) so why not introduce them to some groovy music and amazing people!
- Your choice of campsite - there is enough space for everyone including large buses, campers, tents, cars, etc.
- Rubbish bags! This is a ZERO WASTE event. Please bring what you need and take away what youbring (this includes recycling from the camp area).
- Torches - It is dark in the country!
- A supply of WATER! Plus anything else you might need to camp comfortably for the weekend.
- Sun protection and insect repellent! We’ll have some sun screen for you at the info centre, but try and remember to bring a hat.
- CASH - Eftpos is available but limited
