🎶 Feastival Hanmer Springs 2026: The Bandquet

Mark your calendars, folks — Saturday 28 March 2026 is going to be one for the ages.
Hanmer Springs is turning up the flavour, funk, and family vibes with The Bandquet: a full-day, open-air celebration of epic eats, Kiwi music royalty, and good old-fashioned community fun. And if you’re lucky enough to be heading to town for it, we've got just the place to stay — Seventeen on Cheltenham.

🎤 The Line-Up: Local Legends + Festival Faves

Leading the musical charge is none other than Sir Dave Dobbyn — the living legend himself. With a songbook that spans generations and a voice that’s pure Aotearoa gold, you won’t want to miss this moment.

Joining him on the main stage:

• Sonar Flare – bringing the groove with their smooth blend of funk and soul

• The In Crowd – a crowd-favourite party band guaranteed to get you dancing

Expect an unforgettable soundtrack to your Hanmer getaway — whether you’re jiving under the sun or swaying under the stars.

🍴 Feast Mode: Food + Drink Line-Up

The Feastival’s name says it all. We’re talking artisan eats, street food trucks, craft beer, local wine, and gin that’ll make you grin. Expect faves like:

• Smokin’ Que (low and slow BBQ perfection)

• Empire Chicken (fried to crispy glory)

• And loads more food vendors and boutique drink stalls

Whether you’re grazing all day or settling in for a sunset sip, this is next-level local flavour.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Family Vibe with Retro Style

There’s something for everyone — from the Kidtopian Zone with bouncy castles and water play, to the laid-back lawn zones for grown-ups to kick back and soak in the sounds. It’s the perfect combo of festival flair and small-town charm.

🛌 Where to Stay: Seventeen on Cheltenham

Looking for a stay that’s got style, comfort, and a whole lotta soul?

Seventeen on Cheltenham is a retro 70s-inspired retreat just a 3-minute walk from the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools, Forest Walks and Feastival action. Whether you're winding down after the music or warming up with your crew, this mid-century modern gem is the ideal home base.

☑️ Pet-friendly, fenced yard
☑️ Espresso machine + retro coffee station
☑️ Groovy lounge with vinyl vibes
☑️ Room for the whole whānau

Bonus: Book direct and we can help you organise a platter of local nibbles for your pre-Feastival warm-up. Charcuterie, cheese, wine — you bring the mood, we’ll tell you where to get the goodies.

⏳ Don’t Wait — Hanmer Accommodation Sells Out Fast

With a headliner like Sir Dave Dobbyn and a food & music line-up like this, Hanmer Springs will be buzzing. Accommodation will disappear faster than a tray of pulled pork sliders, so…

👉 Book your stay now at www.seventeenoncheltenham.co.nz
📅 Feastival date: Saturday 28 March 2026
🎫 Tickets: thefeastival.co.nz

Let the good times (and retro tunes) roll. We’ll have the record player spinning and the snacks ready. See you in Hanmer, legends!