Gates open 1st Feb, most zones open 2nd Feb, all zones open 3rd - 6th Feb. If you can only arrive at the weekend, there are several options. A "Long Weekend Pass" is valid from Saturday 4th Feb, 8am, and a "Late Arrivals Pass" is valid from Sunday 5th Feb, 8am. You are welcome to enjoy the festival until Wed 8th Feb.
These ticket options are for adults and youth, and are only available online from Eventfinder, or at the gate* if numbers permit. Admission is limited to 3000.
For a number of reasons we cannot offer day passes. The only option is a gate sale ticket available on Monday 6th Feb (Waitangi Day/national holiday). With this ticket you are also welcome to enjoy the festival until Wed 8th Feb.
Visit the Tickets page for full details on all ticket options.

Most people arrive for the beginning of the festival, settle in early and make the most of all that is on offer. The festival gradually winds up and slowly winds down, and if you've ever been to Canaan Downs you'l know how amazing the land is and will understand why we can hardly wait to gather there for such an extended period.
We are very much looking forward to gathering with you to Luminate 2012, whether you're coming for the whole week or just the long weekend. Enjoy yourself, look after the environment and all others, and have an awesome festival!