It's finally here!
Moana Auckland, New Zealand’s ocean festival, is setting the stage for up-and-coming singers and bands to shine under the spotlight in Tāmaki Makaurau this summer. All of the artists who entered the open mic competition have been hard at work these past few weeks for their performance live on a waterfront stage in the Moana Music Open Mic Competition and on Sunday February 9th, they'll get the chance to show the judges and audience what they're made of!
This free public event held at Te Wāhi, Hobson Wharf will feature Moana Auckland's headline act Six60 in the audience as VIP guests, providing a rare chance to perform in front of some of the country’s top musical talent. The event is an opportunity to showcase the region’s musical talent with Auckland’s stunning Waitematā harbour as a backdrop.
The winning act receives $1000 cash from major event partner Go Media, four tickets to the Six60: The Grassroots Tour City Edition Auckland concert on 1 March, plus a money-can’t-buy experience for four people backstage at Six60’s show on 1 March.
The Moana Music Open Mic Competition will be held from 5pm-6.30pm on 9 February and is a free, family-friendly, smoke-free, and alcohol-free event. You don’t need a ticket to come along, but with a venue capacity of just under 1000 people, arrive early to secure your spot. Be prepared for outdoor conditions – sunscreen and water will be available onsite.
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