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.
Events89 Results
Ngā Pātaki mā Matariki
Kōrero about Matariki in our kaupapa Māori space with our Māori research specialist.
Mānawatia a Matariki
Come along for storytelling from different cultures, performances, workshops and kai.
Te Ara Rama Matariki Light Trail
You are invited to walk a luminous light trail inspired by the nine stars of Matariki, featuring...
Growing, sharing, shining with Matariki
Join Talena Hansen from our Education team to learn more about Matariki through the collection at...
Matariki Silent Disco
Expect glowing lights, shared laughter and a dance floor that brings the community together under...
Toi art carving workshop
Celebrate Matariki through learning, creativity and connection, with an interactive experience th...
Bone carving workshop
Create your own bone carving in this tikanga-based contemporary workshop.
Dining with the stars
Join the community of Oranga for an evening of shared kai, entertainment and stories.
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