Kinnect Festival 2027

Kinnect Festival, formerly named Naked In The Trees, is a four-day adventure for the curious — it is an invitation to explore, express, and exhale.

Set deep in the lush landscapes of King Country, this privately owned riverside site becomes our home for four extraordinary days celebrating music, movement, and meaningful connection. Wander barefoot between a cascading waterfall, natural swimming holes, and ancient forest as the land comes alive with sound, art, and community.

More than just a party, Kinnect Festival is a space for curiosity and courage — where workshops, play spaces, and open dialogue encourage deeper connection with self and others. All spaces operate under Kinnect Wide’s consent framework, designed to create freedom through clarity and mutual respect.

Whether you’re dancing under the stars, soaking in the river, or exploring new ideas around pleasure and wellness, you’ll find space here to slow down, strip back, and come home to what matters.

Designed for open-minded adults seeking depth, joy, embodiment, and meaningful community.

Organised by Kinnect Wide, this is a festival where freedom meets intention.

This is an R18 event. Valid ID required.

All attendees must understand and abide by the festival rules:
www.kinnectfestival.co.nz/rules

www.kinnectfestival.co.nz (festival website)

www.kinnectwide.com (parent brand)

TWO ZONES

The Village
Soak in tranquillity. This is where workshops are held, music is played, food is served, the market comes alive, healers and tattoo artists run, and a large sauna awaits.

The Playground
This is the zone of high energy and late-night expression. Come here to play, dance, bathe in projections, and watch fire throwers and aerialists.

THREE STAGES

Across the weekend, the Foreplay Stage hosts an inspiring programme of workshops, while the Unity Stage showcases live music and performances throughout the festival.

As the sun goes down, head to The Playground, where the Liberation Stage comes alive with an exceptional lineup of electronic artists from Aotearoa and beyond, keeping the dancefloor moving until 3am each night.

Explore the full music lineup: www.kinnectfestival.co.nz/music

Explore the workshop lineup (still a few to be added): www.kinnectfestival.co.nz/workshops

**CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE**

GET INVOLVED

🏴‍☠️ Treasure Hunt — Discover hidden delights across the site: free tattoos, cocktails, secret upgrades, and special surprises.

🦉 Workshops — A diverse program designed to deepen understanding of mind, body, creativity, and connection.

🧖‍♀️ Sauna — Unwind in our 14-person sauna in The Village, open from morning to night. Then cool off beneath the waterfall.

👯‍♀️ Playsure — Explore sexual connection and embodied intimacy with a known partner or someone new inside our immersive Playsure tent. This Level Two space operates under enhanced consent guidelines. A Level Two Pass is required for entry. Apply for free here: www.kinnectfestival.co.nz/level-2-pass

💆 Jaguar House — book in for a healing session with one of NZ's top practitioners. Organised and run by Jaguar House in The Village.

🎲 Tattoo Studio — Get inked by some of Aotearoa’s top tattoo artists. Choose from the custom festival flash sheet or bring your own design.

🌈 Queer Hour — Daily at 5pm in Foreplay, a joyful space to connect and celebrate.

🪉 Musicians — Acoustic soloists and duos are invited to get in touch via the FAQs section of our website. Selected artists will perform across the site, with opportunities for collaborative evening sets.

🎨 The Art Exchange — Bring your artwork to display and hopefully sell in The Village. 100% goes to the artist.

🫖 Spill The Tea Party — Gather for a whimsical brew and curious conversation.

🪜 Aerial Rig — Watch breathtaking aerialists by the Liberation Stage. Experienced artists are welcome to register in advance.

🔥 Fire Circle — Watch mesmerising performances each evening. Experienced fire spinners may join in, subject to safety briefing and fire officer approval.

🍕Pizza Oven — Make use of a new addition to The Village, a stone pizza oven built by Blake.


SWIM

💦 River — Flowing through the heart of the festival grounds.

💦 Waterfall — Explore behind a stunning waterfall. Floating sound bath sessions may take place here.

💦 River Pool — A deep swimming hole below The Playground.

DRESS CODE

There are no outfit rules at Kinnect Festival. Some guests choose full expression, others stay wrapped up — both are equally welcome. Move at your own pace.

TICKETS

🎟️ Weekend Pass: All attendees must hold a weekend pass.

🎟️ Glamping: This is an add-on. Tents are available for groups of 2 - 4 people.

🎟️ Festival Coach: Departs from Auckland Domain on Friday at 11am and returns from the festival site on Monday at 5pm. The coach offers a relaxed and responsible way to travel to and from the festival.

🎟️ Vehicles: Each vehicle will require a pass. Book a 'Vehicle Camping' ticket if you would like to camp next to your vehicle. Or book a 'Main Car Park' ticket if you are happy to take the shuttle from your car to either General Camping 01 / 02.

Kinnect Festival 2027 expands thoughtfully — with more workshops, more performance, more art, and a carefully increased capacity.

This is a weekend we cherish and grow intentionally each year. We are so excited to share this next edition with you.

See you in the trees!
With love from, KW 🌳🌳🌳