Welcome to Ignite Events
Ignite Financial Independence NZ is all about building a community of New Zealanders on the financial independence journey.
We run events designed to connect you with like-minded people, inspire you with incredible speakers, and send you home with a completely different perspective on what's possible.
Two events. One incredible community.
After sold-out events in 2024 and 2025, we're going even bigger. In November 2026 we're bringing the NZ Financial Independence community together for two unmissable events.
27–29 November · Living Springs, Allandale
A weekend camp for the
NZ FI community.
Campfire vibes, deep conversations, a chance to connect and build friendships.
8–9 November · Court Theatre, Christchurch
New Zealand's first
Financial Independence conference.
Learn from inspiring speakers, up close and in person. Meet others who are on the journey.
"If you love personal finance, are intrigued about the idea of retiring early, and feel allergic to the Black Friday sales push — you might have just found your tribe."
— Sonya, Past Black FI-day attendee
You've found your people. 🔥
Whether you've been on the Financial Independence journey for years, or you've just discovered it and can't stop thinking about it — you belong here. We're a community built on intentionality, shared passion, and the belief that life is better when you're working towards something that matters.
Stuck in the boring middle? Looking for people who just get it? This is that place.
From FIRE devotees to Mustachians to Rebel Finance School graduates — if any of those mean something to you, welcome. And if you're just FI-curious, you're in the right place too.
"New Zealand's very own personal finance retreat - diverse, inclusive, and full of energy."
— Ruth Henderson from The Happy Saver