Equifest 2026

When
Fri 16 Oct 2026 - Sun 18 Oct 2026
Where
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Claudelands Events Centre, Hamilton, Waikato
Entry
Time
Fri 16 Oct 2026, 8:30am - 5:30pm
Sat 17 Oct 2026, 8:30am - 5:30pm
Sun 18 Oct 2026, 8:30am - 3:00pm
Restrictions
All Ages
Grab your bestie and plan your visit to Equifest, heading to Claudelands Events Centre in Hamilton for the first time.

Equifest is a three-day festival where we come together to connect and share our passion for all ...
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