The Tokelau Easter Festival is the largest gathering of the Tokelauan diaspora in the world. For 50 years, this biennial festival has brought together Tokelauan communities from across Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, Hawai'i, and the atolls of Tokelau itself.
Founded in 1976, the festival has grown from a humble community sports day into a four-day celebration of sport, culture, faith, and education. TEF2026 takes place at Bruce Pulman Park, Takanini, Auckland — with the theme “Raising Leaders, Rooted in Culture.”
For the first time, the founder will experience the festival with four generations of his family present. Hosted by MTTA, the 2026 festival marks the historic 50th Anniversary — the Golden Jubilee of Tokelauan unity and resilience.
Experience vibrant Po Fatele performances, traditional dance, Tokelauan arts, and cultural showcases that celebrate our rich Pacific heritage.
Competitive tournaments across multiple sports bring together teams from regions across the country and internationally.
Reconnect with family, build new friendships, and strengthen the bonds that tie the Tokelauan diaspora together across generations.
U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, Mixed, Men, Women
U10, U13, U16, Open A, Open B & Masters
U16, U19, Open Men, Open Women
Open Men, Open Women
U17, U19, Open A & B
Open Men, Open Women
Watch the Tokelau Easter Festival 2026 live from Bruce Pulman Park, Auckland!
Tokelau Easter Festival 2026 | Opening Ceremony
Don’t miss a moment! Subscribe to the official Tokelau Easter Festival YouTube channel for livestreams of the entire festival — sports, culture, ceremonies, and more.
Subscribe & Watch All LivestreamsTeams, grades, and match counts for every sport at TEF2026. Points system: Win = 2, Draw = 1, Loss = 0.
| Grade / Pool | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Senior A | Auckland, Hutt Valley, Rotorua | 3 |
| Senior B Pool A | AKL Blue, Hutt Valley, Porirua, Taupo 2 | 6 |
| Senior B Pool B | AKL White, Rotorua, Taupo 1 | 3 |
| Senior C | Auckland, Hutt Valley, Taupo | 3 |
| Grade | Teams | RR | Finals |
|---|---|---|---|
| U10 | Auckland, Porirua | 3 | 0 |
| U13 | Auckland, Hutt Valley, Porirua | 3 | 1 |
| U16 | Auckland, Hutt Valley, Porirua, Taupo | 6 | 2 |
| Grade | Teams | RR | Finals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mens | AKL Blue, AKL White, Hutt Valley, Porirua, Rotorua | 11 | 2 |
| Womens | Auckland, Hutt Valley, Porirua | 6 | 0 |
| Grade | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Mens | Akld Blu, Akld Whi, Hutt Val, Porirua, Rotorua, Taupo | 15 |
| Womens | Akld Blu, Akld Whi, Akld Yellow, Hutt Val, Porirua, Rotorua, Taupo | 21 |
| Grade | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Mixed | AKL Blue, AKL White, Hutt Valley, Porirua, Taupo | 10 |
| Mens | AKL Blue, AKL White, Hutt Valley | 3 |
| Grade | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| U8 | Auckland, Hutt Valley Yellow, Hutt Valley Green, Porirua | 6 |
| U10 | Porirua, Hutt Valley Green, Hutt Valley Yellow, Rotorua, Auckland | 10 |
| U12 | Hutt Valley, Porirua, AKL Blue, AKL White | 6 |
| U14 | Porirua, Auckland, Hutt Valley, Rotorua | 6 |
| U16 | Auckland, Hutt Valley | 2 |
| Grade | Format | Teams / Notes | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior A | Knockout | 4 teams (Team 1–4 placeholders) | 2 |
| U19 | Round Robin | Auckland, Porirua, Taupo | 3 |
| U17 | 2 games | Auckland, Hutt Valley | 2 |
| Grade | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Mens | Auckland 1, Auckland 2, Hutt Valley, Porirua, Rotorua, Taupo | 15 |
| Grade | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Women | Auckland 1, Auckland 2, Hutt Valley, Porirua, Rotorua | 10 |
Tag: U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, Mixed, Men, Women | Rugby League: U17, U19, Open A & B | Basketball: U16, U19, Open Men, Open Women | Volleyball: Open Men, Open Women | Kilikiti: Open Men, Open Women | Netball/Future Ferns: U10, U13, U16, Open A, Open B & Masters
Schedule and grades are subject to further changes and will be finalised closer to April 2026.
The Tokelau Easter Festival (TEF) is the largest gathering of the Tokelauan diaspora in the world. It is a biennial celebration of sport, culture, faith, and education that brings together Tokelauan communities from across Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, Hawai'i, and the atolls of Tokelau.
The Tokelau Easter Festival 2026 runs from April 3–6, 2026 at Bruce Pulman Park, 90 Walters Road, Takanini, Auckland, New Zealand.
TEF2026 is hosted by MTTA (Mafutaga Tupulaga Tokelau i Aukilani), Auckland’s Tokelauan youth organisation dedicated to empowering Tokelauan youth and families.
Sports include Tag Rugby, Netball, Future Ferns, Basketball, Volleyball, Rugby League, and Kilikiti (traditional Tokelauan cricket), with divisions for children, youth, and adults.
Yes! The entire festival is being livestreamed on the official Tokelau Easter Festival YouTube channel. Subscribe to catch all the action live from Bruce Pulman Park.
The 2026 theme is “Raising Leaders, Rooted in Culture.” This year marks the historic 50th Anniversary — the Golden Jubilee of Tokelauan unity and resilience.
Join us for the 50th Anniversary Tokelau Easter Festival at Bruce Pulman Park, Takanini. Register your team or get in touch for more information.
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