Music Festivals
in Mangawhai

Held each December in Mangawhai, New Zealand, Northern Bass is a boutique event prized for its intimate atmosphere. The event is renowned for electronic, bass music and drum & bass music and a strong sense of community and belonging alongside underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos. The 3-day programme delivers electronic, bass music and drum & bass across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning house music. A strong sense of community and belonging alongside underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Shapeshifter, Concord Dawn, Brookes Brothers, and Sigma, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $800 USD, making Northern Bass reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.