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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Matariki spoken word performance
Through poetry, we will remember and tell stories about those we have lost and reflect on how we...
Stars and Knots: A Matariki craft workshop
Gather, create and connect through the art of macramé.
Sky Tower Matariki projections and lighting
Look to the sky for a colourful light display and artistic works over the Matariki period.
Starry Nightlights
Colour in your design and pop it into your jar, add the tea light and watch the shadow patterns a...
Māori cooking workshop
Learn to cook fresh, seasonal kai with Māori flavours in this hands-on workshop.
Hautapu
This year, a range of kaupapa will be held for whānau to enjoy, connect and be part of.
Kids drop-in clay activity
Less screen time, more green time - connect to nature with this lovely mindful activity.
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