Age & ID
Is Electric Avenue R18?
Yes, Electric Avenue is STRICTLY R18+. You must be 18 years or above on the respective day of entry (i.e. Friday 27 February 2027 and/or Saturday 28 February 2027).
Can I attend as a minor if I bring my parent or legal guardian?
No, all attendees must be 18 years of age. Minors cannot attend, even if they are supervised.
Can I bring my dependent child, toddler or infant?
No, the Festival is designated as a restricted area, meaning all attendees must be aged 18 years or above. The law does not permit infants, toddlers or other small children to attend, regardless of whether they are with a parent or guardian.
My 18th birthday is soon after the festival. Can I attend?
No, you must be 18 years of age on the day of the festival. You cannot attend.
What forms of I.D. are able to be accepted?
There are only three types of ID we can accept, all of which must be current and valid on the day of the Festival. They are:
- NZ Photo Drivers’ Licence
- NZ or International Passport
- Kiwi Access Card (previously known as the ‘HANZ 18PLUS Card’)
How can I get a Kiwi Access Card?
The Kiwi Access Card (formerly known as the 18+Card) can be used as evidence of age and/or photographic identification in New Zealand. It costs approximately $55 incl. GST and NZ Post estimate it will take approximately 2 weeks from the application date to receive your KiwiAccess Card.
You can download an application from their website or pick up in-store from participating AA and NZPost locations.
What makes an I.D. "current and valid"?
A “valid ID” means any of the three government issued official identification documents that is recognised under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. These include;
- NZ Photo Drivers’ Licence
- NZ or International Passport
- Kiwi Access Card (previously known as the ‘HANZ 18PLUS Card’)
A “current ID” is any “valid ID” that has not expired. Current ID’s have an expiration date that is later than 28 February 2027.
I have lost my approved I.D. What can I do?
You must have one of the three forms of approved ID to enter the festival. We cannot accept any other forms of ID whatsoever, so if there’s still time, apply for a new ID. You could;
1. Apply for an emergency passport (est. 3 Days for NZ Citizens)
2. Apply for a KiwiAccess Card (est. 2 Weeks)
It is the responsibilty of the ticketholder to ensure they have an approved Photo ID prior to the festival. No ID, No Entry, No Exceptions.
Can I use my birth certificate, firearms license, student I.D. or any other unapproved I.D.?
No. We can only accept the approved forms of ID as listed above. It’s the law!