FruitFest 2025 – Frequently Asked Questions

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📍 Location & Dates

Q: When and where is FruitFest 2025 happening?
A: 8–10 October 2025 at Fatumaru Bay, Port Vila, Vanuatu, hosted by Pikinini Bar.

Q: What are the daily hours?
A: The festival runs 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. each day. Evening concerts run 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m..


🎶 Music & Entertainment

Q: Who is performing?
A: International guests include Onetox, Platt P2A, Roughneck, and KC Hansel (pending final confirmation).
Local stars include Vanessa Quai, Corporal Marley, and beloved local string-band players.

Q: Is there a full entertainment schedule?
A: Yes, a detailed lineup with set times will be posted on the FruitFest website and social media a few weeks before the event.

Q: Will the concerts be livestreamed?
A: Yes—select performances and key moments will be livestreamed on the official FruitFest Facebook page.


🍉 Food & Activities

Q: What fruit-related activities are planned?
A: Panel discussions on fruit farming, nutrition, and e-commerce; fruit-tasting sessions; smoothie competitions with cash prizes up to 45,000 VUV; cooking demos; and children’s games.

Q: Can I buy fruits and local products?
A: Absolutely. Trusted local farmers and vendors will sell fresh fruit and fruit-based products throughout the festival.


💵 Admission & Registration

Q: Do I need to buy a ticket or register?
A: No—entry is free and open to everyone.

Q: Do vendors need to register?
A: Vendors for 2025 have already been hand-selected. Applications for next year’s festival will open after this event.


🛣 Getting There

Q: Is the festival area pedestrian-only?
A: Yes. Streets around Fatumaru Bay will be closed to vehicles for the three festival days to ensure a safe, walkable zone.

Q: Where should I park?
A: Designated parking will be signposted just outside the pedestrian zone. Taxis and buses can drop off passengers at the marked entry points.


🛍 Merchandise & Souvenirs

Q: Will there be official FruitFest merchandise?
A: Yes—festival T-shirts, reusable drink cups, and other souvenirs will be available for purchase on site.


🤝 Sponsors & Contacts

Q: Who hosts and supports FruitFest?
A: Hosted by Pikinini Bar with major support from the Department of Tourism Vanuatu and generous local sponsors.

Q: Who can I contact for sponsorship or volunteer opportunities?
A: Email the organizing team at fruitfestvanuatu@gmail.com or message the official FruitFest Facebook page.

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