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Six events have secured support through Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Major Events Fund for 2026/27 as part of efforts to grow visitation and strengthen the district’s visitor economy.
Funding has been awarded to the Kāpiti Food Fair, Kāpiti Women’s Triathlon, Māoriland Film Festival, Ōtaki Kite Festival and NZ PGA Championship, while the Mostly Music Festival of X will receive strategic growth funding as a new event.
Mayor Janet Holborow says the fund is an investment in Kāpiti’s reputation as a year-round visitor destination.
“Each of the six successful major events offer a diverse experience that will encourage visitors to stay longer, spend locally, and discover more of what Kāpiti has to offer.
“Major events play an important role in driving visitation and supporting accommodation, hospitality, retail, transport and other local businesses.”
Council says four events supported through last year’s fund attracted an estimated 16,430 attendees and generated more than $4 million for the local economy.
A total of $180,000 was available through this year’s Major Events Fund, including support for new and emerging events.
