FOTOFEST, Hawke's Bay's annual photography festival, is back for 2026.
Since 2021, we've been bringing together creatives and anyone who just loves photography.
We want everyone to feel welcome at FOTOFEST. 
We're making sure the festival is accessible to all. We have talks, workshops and events plus workshops for young people. We're also partnering with businesses across the region to bring you a truly Hawke's Bay wide event.
Plus we're committed to showcasing diversity. We want to represent people from all walks of life in our exhibitions.
We're also working to support emerging photographers and artists, providing them with opportunities to share their work with the public.
FotoFest is more than just a festival. We believe that photography has the power to educate and inspire.
It's a way to celebrate the art of photography and bring people together while celebrating the Hawke's Bay region.
See you at FotoFest '26