What are Wellingtonians wearing to the last Homegrown?

9:38 pm on 14 March 2025

By Reece Baker

Two people at the Homegrown music festival.

A couple at the Homegrown music festival. Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker

Thousands have gathered at the Wellington Waterfront as the first night of the Homegrown music festival has kicked off in the capital.

Chef Fu, The Kratez, King Kapasi, Stan Walker, Lee Mvtthews, and Synthony will be playing at the Park Stage on Friday night.

Stan Walker performing at the Homegrown music festival.

Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker

After 18 years, Homegrown will be held in Wellington for one last time this Saturday. So what are people wearing?

Kendra and Tom

Kendra, 27, and Tom, 22, went for a "Dangerfield" vibe, and dressed up in monotone clothes.

Here to see: Everyone

Kendra and Tom at the Homegrown music festival.

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Paranihia and Anahera

Paranihia, 20, and Anahera, 20, both went for a "sleek, chic, clean girl aesthetic".

Here to see: Stan Walker

Paranihia and Anahera at the Homegrown music festival.

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Jimmy and Paula

Jimmy, 64, and Paula, 61, described their vibe in three words: fun, dance, and connection.

Here to see: Stan Walker, Che Fu

Jimmy and Paula at the Homegrown music festival.

Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker

Laura and Mitch

Laura, 36, and Mitch, 39, said they wanted to be attention-grabbing. The vibe? "Fun times".

Here to see: Stan Walker, Synthony

Laura and Mitch at the Homegrown music festival.

Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker

Tyson and Puna

Tyson, 21, and Puna, 24, have combined country and city fashion for Friday night's Homegrown Music Festival.

Here to see: Che Fu

Tyson and Puna at the Homegrown music festival.

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Tracey and Lexis

Tracey, 19, and Lexis, 19, have added a bit of sparkle with "lots of glitter". They said their vibe was to "be free, be ourselves".

Here to see: Lee Mvtthews

Tracey and Lexis at the Homegrown music festival.

Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker

Kelly and Danielle

Kelly, 48, and Danielle, 36, are making the most of it. They have dressed up in "warm and comfortable" camouflage clothes.

Kelly and Danielle at the Homegrown music festival.

Photo: RNZ / Reece Baker

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