WOMAD Aotearoa 2025 First Lineup Announced - Queen Omega, Nitin Sawhney, The Veils & NZTrio, Amaru Tribe

The majestic first lineup of acts from around the globe has been announced for the freshly rebranded WOMAD Aotearoa 2025 festival, serving up a multi-cultural smörgåsbord of music, arts, workshops, guest speakers, yum food, plus lots more at Brooklands Park and the Bowl of Brooklands, Ngāmotu / New Plymouth from 14th to 16th March. Celebrating their 21st anniversary next year (that's going to be a very large key), WOMAD Aotearoa welcomes Caribbean reggae star Queen Omega (Trinidad and Tobago), award-winning UK musician / producer / composer Nitin Sawhney, a very special collaborative performance by The Veils (led by Finn Andrews) and NZTrio, and Naarm / Melbourne folktronic collective Amaru Tribe. These artists are just the tip of the iceberg, as the full diverse bill will roll out over the coming months — secure your spot by grabbing festival passes today...
 

WOMAD AOTEAROA 2025
Friday 14th to Sunday 16th March - Brooklands Park and the Bowl of Brooklands, Ngāmotu / New Plymouth

First lineup... Queen Omega (Trinidad & Tobago), Nitin Sawhney (UK), The Veils & NZTrio (Aotearoa), Amaru Tribe (Australia) + more to be announced 

Tickets on sale now from www.womad.co.nz

Check out Queen Omega's smash hit 2023 collab with Little Lion Sound 'No Love Dubplate'...

Experience Nitin Sawhney' classic 'Homelands' from 1999's Beyond Skin...

Watch The Veils playing 'Axolotl' at the Roadhouse in David Lynch's incomparable 2017 series Twin Peaks: The Return...

Take in Amaru Tribe's vibrant video for 'Se Prendió / The Party Has Started', from their 2022 album Between Two Worlds...

Press release:

Following the success of its 21st year in March 2024, WOMAD Aotearoa is thrilled to host the 2025 festival on March 14-16 at the renowned Brooklands Park and the Bowl of Brooklands in Ngāmotu (New Plymouth).

In anticipation of the full 2025 festival line-up, WOMAD Aotearoa is excited to reveal the first artists confirmed for the event and in true WOMAD style, there’s some incredible international names, alongside some outstanding local talent. From Trinidad and Tobago, Queen Omega will command the stage, bringing one of the most valued voices in the world-reggae scene. Joining the line up will be Nitin Sawhney from the UK, a highly acclaimed musician, composer, and producer celebrated for his eclectic and genre-crossing work. In a special collaboration, The Veils, led by the captivating Finn Andrews, will team up with the talented NZTrio - Amalia Hall, Ashley Brown, and Somi Kim. Also announced for the 2025 festival lineup is Australia's folktronic act Amaru Tribe.

These unique performers represent a dynamic mix of global talent, promising a diverse and exciting festival experience for attendees.

WOMAD Aotearoa remains committed to ensuring the festival’s continued success in New Plymouth, New Zealand. For the third consecutive year, ticket prices will remain steady, helping to make the festival accessible to all.

Looking ahead to WOMAD 2025, festival-goers can start getting excited for an incredible lineup of global artists, a diverse array of workshops, engaging speakers, and a variety of delicious food and retail options. The festival will also continue to offer family-friendly spaces and exciting updates, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Stay tuned for further announcements and updates on the full 2025 festival lineup.