Welcome to our Festival of Words!

Emily Walmsley from Puke Ariki

From Thursday 29 July to Sunday 1 August we’re celebrating literature and bringing you performances and conversations with some of Aotearoa’s biggest names in the literary arts.

Our line-up includes comedian Tom Sainsbury, best-selling authors Witi Ihimaera and Dame Fiona Kidman, money expert … View moreFrom Thursday 29 July to Sunday 1 August we’re celebrating literature and bringing you performances and conversations with some of Aotearoa’s biggest names in the literary arts.

Our line-up includes comedian Tom Sainsbury, best-selling authors Witi Ihimaera and Dame Fiona Kidman, money expert Mary Holm and NZ Herald journalist Steve Braunias. In total, we have 27 events across the New Plymouth District.

View the line-up and book your tickets now! pukeariki.com...