Rhythm and Vines 2026 Lineup: John Summit, Netsky, KI/KI and More
Rhythm and Vines is preparing for a particularly significant New Year’s celebration in 2026.
The festival returns to Waiohika Estate in Gisborne, New Zealand, for what organisers are calling its final dance at the historic venue.
The main New Year’s festival programme runs from 29–31 December 2026, with camping and opening-night activities beginning on 28 December.
John Summit, Netsky and KI/KI lead the electronic lineup alongside several major international and New Zealand artists.
Who is playing Rhythm and Vines 2026?
The confirmed lineup includes John Summit, KI/KI, Netsky, Vince Staples, BENEE and Sir Dave Dobbyn.
Other major names include Friction presenting SYNERGY, Luude, Mall Grab, Hamdi, 1991, Layton Giordani, Frost Children, Andromedik, Arcando and SACHI.
New Zealand artists are well represented, with Corrella and numerous emerging local performers joining the programme.
The lineup covers house, techno, drum and bass, hip-hop, pop and alternative electronic music. Rhythm & Vines
John Summit leads the international lineup
John Summit is one of the festival’s largest international bookings.
His combination of house music and major festival productions makes him a natural fit for a New Year’s celebration.
Netsky brings another significant electronic audience.
The Belgian producer has been one of drum and bass’s most internationally recognised artists for years.
KI/KI adds a different sound, combining techno, trance and acid influences.
Meanwhile, Vince Staples provides a major hip-hop booking alongside the electronic-heavy programme.
BENEE and Sir Dave Dobbyn represent New Zealand music
Rhythm and Vines has always been closely associated with New Zealand’s music scene.
BENEE brings internationally successful contemporary pop.
Sir Dave Dobbyn represents several decades of New Zealand songwriting and rock history.
That combination of established national artists and current international performers is especially fitting for the festival’s final Gisborne edition.
The final Rhythm and Vines at Waiohika Estate
The most important story surrounding Rhythm and Vines 2026 may actually be its location.
Organisers have confirmed that the festival will leave its longstanding Gisborne home after this edition.
That gives the 2026 event an emotional significance beyond the lineup itself.
For audiences who have attended Rhythm and Vines over the years, this will be the final opportunity to experience the festival at Waiohika Estate.
When is Rhythm and Vines 2026?
The main festival runs from 29–31 December 2026 at Waiohika Estate in Gisborne, New Zealand.
Camping guests can arrive on 28 December, when the Waiohika Warmup includes a performance from Hamdi.