The South Auckland Performing Arts Competition Society Inc.

The South Auckland Performing Arts Competitions Festival (SAPACS) is a major event on the Region’s Arts Calendar. It is run under the umbrella of the Performing Arts Competitions Association of New Zealand (PACANZ).

We are delighted to announce that we have secured the Anglican Church in central Papakura (Great South Road/Coles Crescent) for the Speech, Junior Piano and Junior/Senior Vocal Sections. These sections will take place over the July school holiday break — dates as below. Senior Piano will remain at the Hawkins Theatre. Piano is subject to confirmation of a team to run it.

Please see our revised timetable for the festival below.

Note: Entries for the music and speech sections will open early April and close early May. Syllabuses will be uploaded as they come to hand. For general guidance, you could refer to previous syllabuses which are available on the website. Dance Section entry closing dates will be as they advise.

Dates for the 2026 Festival

💡 The bonus of using the Anglican Church for some sections is that it is right in the centre of town where refreshments are conveniently located.

Please keep checking this website for further updates.