New Show Added As The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Gets Set To Bring Its Historic Show To Auckland In 2026

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26-05-2025

Thanks to overwhelming demand on both sides of the Tasman, an extra Auckland show has been added to the 2026 run of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at Eden Park — a spectacular celebration of the Tattoo's 75th anniversary.
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, with Auckland set to break attendance records come February. Ahead of the Tattoos arrival in Auckland, it will stop in Brisbane where unpreceded demand has seen sold out performances with additional dates now added.
Jason Barrett, CEO of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, said: 'The response from Auckland has been phenomenal. To be announcing another show at Eden Park is a true testament to the excitement and passion Kiwis have for the Tattoo. As we count down to our historic debut in Auckland, we're more inspired than ever to deliver a world-class spectacle that honours tradition, celebrates community, and leaves a lasting legacy in Aotearoa – New Zealand.'
Nick Sautner CEO of Eden Park said: Eden Park is delighted with the overwhelming positive response, both locally and internationally, to the announcement of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo coming to Eden Park in 2026.Auckland is a world-class city, and major events deliver significant benefits to the wider region, enhancing its appeal as a great place to live, work, stay, and play. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the greatest show on earth at New Zealand's national stadium.
On February 19th, 20th (NEW SHOW) 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 Eden Park, New Zealand's National Stadium.
Thanks to House of Travel, a range of amazing value packages are now available. To book head to https://www.houseoftravel.co.nz.
THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO – AUCKLAND 2026
'THE HEROES WHO MADE US' 75TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW
Thursday 19th, Friday 20th (NEW SHOW) and Saturday 21st February, 2026, Eden Park, Auckland.