NZ Antarctic Society Film Festival 2026
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As the southernmost continent continues to play a pivotal role in our global climate narrative, the New Zealand Antarctic Society (NZAS) is bringing the "Ice" to the North Island with its 2026 Antarctic Film Festival NZ.
By pairing stunning documentary footage with personal storytelling from veteran "Antarcticans," the festival offers a unique opportunity for the public to witness the challenges and triumphs of life in the world's most extreme laboratory.
2026 Antarctic Film Festival: Remaining Tour Dates
All screenings are 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tickets are generally $20
Date | Location | Venue | Guest Speaker & Topic |
Mon, 30 Mar | New Plymouth | Community House (Citizens Advice Bureau) | TBC |
Wed, 1 Apr | Hamilton | NZ Deerstalkers Association - Waikato | Ian Hawes: 40 Years Under the Ice |
Tue, 7 Apr | Auckland (Epsom) | Epsom Community Centre | Ian Hawes: Diving into Antarctic Science |
Wed, 8 Apr | Auckland (Shore) | Devonport Community House | Ian Hawes: Diving into Antarctic Science |
Tue, 14 Apr | Tauranga | Village Cinema | Peter Otway: Dogsledding Missions |
Wed, 15 Apr | Rotorua | Shambles Theatre | Christian Pilaar: The Antarctic Peninsula |
Fri, 17 Apr | Taupō | Lake Taupō Rotary House | TBC |
Mon, 20 Apr | Carterton | Community Courthouse | TBC |
Wed, 22 Apr | Wellington (#2) | Government Buildings Historic Reserve | Ngawai Clendon: Personal Stories from the Ice |
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