Laneway Festival in Auckland in 2025 will be a 16+ event.

So that we can provide a secure and safe environment for everyone, we are once again implementing our Youth Policy for 2025, which will form part of our Conditions of Entry.

In summary, the minimum age requirement to attend Laneway Festival in Auckland for 2025 will be 16 years of age (that is, 16 years as at the date of the event: Thursday 6 February 2025).

There is no requirement for 16 and 17-year-olds to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at Laneway Festival in Auckland.

The Conditions of Entry and Ticketing Terms & Conditions apply to everyone attending Laneway Festival. Promoter reserves the right to evict any persons engaging in illegal activities (for 16 and 17 years olds, this includes trying to purchase or consuming alcohol).

Accepted ID for ALL patrons attending Laneway Festival in Auckland will be as follows:

- New Zealand Photo Driver’s Licence or Learner’s Permit; or
- Foreign Drivers Licence (English language or if not in the English language, must be accompanied by an official English translation e.g. by any NAATI accredited translator) or an International Driving Permit; or
- Australian Photo Driver’s licence or Australian state-issued photo ID cards, such as Proof of Age cards; or
- Passport from any country (either current or expired less than 2 years ago and has not been cancelled); or
- Student ID Card (MUST have both your photo and your date of birth on it); or
- Birth Certificate (certified copy is okay) PLUS a Current Photo ID. We must be able to verify both your age and your photo ID, we cannot accept one without the other.

Anyone who fails to present an Accepted ID upon entry will not be allowed into Laneway Festival. No refunds will be processed for anyone who is denied entry because they did not bring Accepted ID.

Information and penalties for using a fake identification found here: https://www.police.govt.nz/advice/drugs-and-alcohol/alcohol-laws-and-penalties