Your involvement helps amplify powerful narratives, supports talented filmmakers, and brings diverse perspectives to the Aotearoa New Zealand. Whether you attend the festival, engage in year-round events, or contribute financially, your support fuels creativity and impact. Join us in shaping the documentary landscape and making a difference through the art of film.
Let’s celebrate creativity and connect with inspiring stories. There are numerous way you can get involved so jump on board with Doc Edge and be part of something special!
Advertise with Doc Edge Festival 2025.
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Doc Edge Festival, running from 25 June to 24 August 2025 in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and nationwide. With an estimated reach of 100,000+, the Festival programme is available in print and digital formats, and all advertisements will appear in both versions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your brand to a passionate and engaged audience.
For more information, please refer to the 2025 Advertising Rate Card and contact us to secure a spot.
Looking for a fun and rewarding way to get involved in the arts? Join the Doc Edge Festival as a volunteer! You’ll get to be part of New Zealand’s premier documentary festival, meet amazing filmmakers, and connect with fellow film enthusiasts. Whether you’re helping with event setup, assisting guests, or supporting screenings, your contribution makes a huge difference. Plus, you’ll gain valuable experience and make lasting memories.
Doc Edge Festival 2025 will run from 25 June – 24 August in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and nationwide. Express your interest by filling in the Volunteer Registration Form so that we can get in touch.
Doc Edge Guardians / Kaitiaki are passionate patrons of New Zealand’s premier documentary festival, Doc Edge. As part of this philanthropic programme, Guardians / Kaitiaki help sustain and grow the festival, allowing it to bring world-class documentaries, year-round screenings, and educational events to Kiwi audiences.
More information on how to become a patron.
Here is the list of our current Festival partners, who have been incredible in celebrating, encouraging and sustaining us year on year. For more information on how to become a Doc Edge partner, contact us.