AN ANNOUNCEMENT FROM NORTHERN BASS...

After 13 unforgettable years of delivering one of Aotearoa's most loved New Year's festivals, Northern Bass is shifting gears.

This summer, Northern Bass will press pause on the traditional three-day, three-stage format and reimagine what the event looks like for 2025/26.

The festival will return as NORTHERN BASS JNGL25, a tighter, more focused two-day experience (30th & 31st), centred around the iconic Jungle Stage and with more stage and entertainment details to come.

This evolution allows the team to double down on what makes Northern Bass truly special: the energy, the vibe, the music, the production values, and the deep connection with its community.

"Last summer was a high point," says Festival Director Gareth Popham. "But behind the scenes, the squeeze was real. Attendance didn't quite hit the mark, and with the continued rise in production costs, it became clear that something had to change."

NB JNGL25 is not a step back - it's a pivot. Festivals worldwide are facing similar pressures: economic uncertainty, audience expectations, and the increasing cost of hosting large-scale events. For Northern Bass, this is an opportunity to adapt without compromise, protecting what matters most and shaping the future experience.

Northern Bass remains committed to returning to its full three-day format when the time is right. For now, the focus is on delivering the same unforgettable energy in a refined and intimate setting.

With a tighter format, limited to just 6,000 tickets, NB JNGL25 will double down on the energy, music, and vibe that make it truly special.

KEY INFORMATION, LINEUP + BUSES

All tickets have now switched to the new NB JNGL25 model: more affordable 2-day and 1-day passes. If you already have a ticket - you’ll receive an email today with more information on credits, transfers and refunds.

LINEUP drops Thursday, August 14 at 5.30pm - this one’s next level

BUS TICKETS for NB JNGL25 are available now ->> https://tinyurl.com/2sbjd7ua

Don’t wait to get your tickets - capacity is limited so once tickets are gone, they’re gone…

Want more info on the changes? Visit our website ->> northernbass.co.nz/press-release