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THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO SET TO BRING HISTORIC 75th ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE SHOW EXCLUSIVELY TO AUCKLAND IN 2026.

One of the world’s most spectacular and iconic live events, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, is set to dazzle Kiwi audiences in an unforgettable showcase when it comes exclusively, and for the first time ever, to Auckland in February 2026 in celebration of its 75th anniversary. This will be one of its most ambitious international Stadium productions to date.

Renowned for stirring music, military precision, cultural displays, and dramatic performances set against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a global phenomenon, drawing over 230,000 spectators annually in Scotland and over 100 million more worldwide through international broadcasts. A capacity audience attended the Tattoo in Wellington when it was last in New Zealand in 2015.

On February 19th and 21st, 2026, Eden Park will proudly host a full-scale production of the Tattoo’s 75th anniversary Show, ‘The Heroes Who Made Us’ — complete with its signature Scottish bagpipes, massed military bands, Tattoo Dancers, and international performers from across the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. This emotionally charged Stadium spectacular will bring together over 1,000 of the world’s finest performers to showcase stirring anthems, traditional Scottish heritage and bold, contemporary choreography in celebration of the values that connect us all — honour, community, resilience and pride.

Led by the magnificent Massed Pipes and Drums featuring UK Military musicians, the Show will feature over 30 bands and acts from around the world including fan-favourite Top Secret Drum Corps and performers from the New Zealand Defence Force amongst many more.

Making its return to New Zealand for the first time since 2015, this will be the Tattoo’s first-ever performance in Auckland — and one of its most ambitious international Stadium productions to date. Blending the timeless traditions of the British Armed Forces with modern performance and world-class production, the Tattoo continues to evolve, while remaining rooted in history. Cutting-edge lighting, immersive sound design and stunning visual imagery will elevate the performance experience, all set under the stars at New Zealand's National Stadium.

THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO – AUCKLAND 2026

‘THE HEROES WHO MADE US’ 75th ANNIVERSARY SHOW

Thursday 19th and Saturday 21st February, 2026, Eden Park, Auckland.

A Qantas Presale starts Monday 19th May 12pm and runs until Wednesday 21st May 11am.

An Eden Park Presale starts Monday 19th May 12pm and runs until Wednesday 21st May 11am.

A TEG Live Presale starts Wednesday 21st May 12pm and runs until Friday 23rd May 11am. Sign up here.

A My Ticketek Presale starts Wednesday 21st May 12pm and runs until Friday 23rd May 11am.

Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday 23rd May, at 12pm through Ticketek.

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