Matariki Festival 2026
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The Pou events of Matariki Festival
Experience waka paddling, mahi toi (arts), kite making, kapa haka and lots more.
A fortnight of show-stoppers brings Matariki Festival to a close
Watch the city centre’s streets and squares become a canvas for extraordinary Māori artistry
Two-kilometre Matariki light trail dazzles the city centre
Experience this modern form of Matariki splendour, encouraging connection and reflection.
Matariki Festival inspires the region
Matariki Festival is inspiring generations across the Auckland region.
Matariki Festival’s 2025 programme launches
Matariki Festival is a celebration of the Māori New Year for all to enjoy. This year it spans five weeks from 7 June to 13 July.
More Matariki highlights for Aotea
Discover the highlights from Matariki at Kawa Marae this year.
Matariki ki te Manawa delights and enlightens city centre: 20-day DIARY
Biggest city centre celebration of Matariki ever seen.
Tūrama: Kaitiaki
Don’t forget to click on the QR-codes located along Queen Street to read about the elements of Tūrama.
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Weaving Workshop
Join Te Whaea Witika for a weaving workshop that brings the tradition of raranga to life.
Matariki Planting
Come plant with us at Laing Stream and help transform this waterway into a thriving awa.
Sculptural lamp / vase building workshop
This hands-on workshop invites you to create a sculptural object in clay, designed as a vase or s...
Under the stars: Crafting nocturnal creatures
Join us for a short, engaging eco-talk and unleash your creativity in a hands-on Hama Beads session.
Kākahu o Oranga
As we lead up towards the re-opening of the Oranga Community Centre, join us at two sessions to d...
Harakeke Surface Making
This workshop introduces you to making harakeke paper surfaces through a simple, accessible process.
Mānawatia a Matariki - Fashion by Dhanak Humayun
Her Story – Matariki Fashion Show 2026 by Rakshi’s Design returns to the Papakura Museum.
Taonga Pūoro Wānanga
A wānanga exploring taonga pūoro as a way to acknowledge Matariki - reflecting on what has been a...