Bay of Islands
What? – Story-tellers, kapa haka, street food offerings, arts, crafts and music. A special Puanga Matariki display will include waka, light and fireworks, choreographed to a narration.
When? – Friday 14th July from 4:00 p.m.
Where? – Paihia Village Green & Waterfront.
Auckland
What? – See the waterfront come alive with a range of Matariki activities, including a weaving workshop, DJ, Rongoa Tī, and a special performance by The New Zealand Dance Company: ‘Matariki for Tamariki’.
When? – Saturday 29th June – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where? – Karanga Plaza, Halsey Street.
What? – Live performances of kapa haka, spoken word poetry and the soulful sounds of Majic Pāora. Join for a waiata singalong, purchase kai and make craft inspired by Matariki!
When? – Friday 28th June – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where? – Auckland Art Gallery.
Hamilton
What? – Family-friendly evening filled with live music, entertainment, food, markets and more!
When? – Friday 28th June from 2:00 p.m.
Where? – Hamilton Lake Domain.
Coromandel
What? – A bonfire night hosted by the Pauanui Volunteer Fire Brigade.
When? – Friday 28th June from 5:00 p.m.
Where? – Pauanui Beach, South end.
Bay of Plenty
What? – Live music, kai, performances, and breathtaking lights.
When? – Friday 28th June – 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where? – Pāpāmoa Plaza.
🔗 (Plus, a whole load more events throughout the Bay of Plenty!)
Gisborne
What? – An evening of music and storytelling featuring some of Tairāwhiti's best vocal artists and some delicious kai. Please note there is a $30 entry fee.
When? – Saturday 6th July from 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 7th July from 4:00 p.m.
Where? – Evolution Theatre, Gisborne.
Rotorua
What? – A night for the whole whānau, including market stalls and a drone light, sound and story event created by Māori artists.
When? – 27th and 28th June – 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where? – Rotorua Lakefront.
Taupō
What? – A vibrant market event with live entertainment, music, and delicious food.
When? – Wednesday 26th June - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? – Tūrangi Town Centre.
What? – A family event featuring a DJ, kai (gold coin donation), a dance off and more!
When? – Thursday 27th June – 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m.
Where? – Tūrangi Town Centre.
New Plymouth
What? – Stunning light installations in New Plymouth’s CBD.
When? – 27th to 30th June.
Where? – Huatoki Plaza through to the Coastal Walkway.
What? – Various events including light shows, kai, entertainment, fireworks, storytelling, lanterns and remembrance.
When? – Various dates from 21st to 29th of June.
Where? – Napier, Hastings and throughout the Hawkes Bay region.
Palmerston North
What? – Lights, food trucks, stalls, bouncy castles and onstage performances including kapa haka, live bands, and headlined by Anika Moa.
When? – Friday, 28th June – 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where? – Central Energy Trust Arena.
Wellington
What? – Fire, kai, projections, performances, and a special ceremony to honour those who have passed away and to express our hopes for the future.
When? – Various dates from 22nd to 30th June.
Where? –Wellington Waterfront and Whairepo Lagoon.
Christchurch
What? – Live performances, food trucks and local artisans under the stars – a celebration of creativity, community and delicious kai.
When? – 27th & 28th June 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where? – Market Square.