Promoting the art of Samoan fire knife dancing - Siva Afi in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Siva Afi Festival 2025
An annual pioneering event that brings the talents and skills of wāhine and rangatahi to the fore, through siva afi.
The Siva Afi Festival will be back for its sixth year in 2025, and we’re excited to announce the dates as follows:
Thursday 6th March
Ava Feiloai
Day One - Friday 7th March
Juniors and Wahine Toa Afi Competitions.
Day Two - Saturday 8th March
Intermediate and Masters Of The Flame Aotearoa Competitions.
We are now accepting expressions of interest. More details to come.
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Support Siva Afi
Join us in preserving and celebrating Siva Afi. Your support helps us provide workshops, host festivals, and bring free cultural events to communities across Aotearoa.
Every contribution, big or small, fuels the next generation of performers and keeps this incredible tradition alive.
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“I know it’s not easy, but you all showed the true warrior within, that’s what I call courageous.”
David Galea’i, Professional Siva Afi Performer and 2022 Festival Judge
Upcoming Events
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