Puanga Matariki 2026 - Colouring Competition 16 Jun 2026 Have a go at the Puanga Matariki 2026 Colouring Competition that runs from 15 June 2026 until 17 July 2026. Reyburn House, 17-30 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Puanga on a Plate 16 Jun 2026 Puanga on a Plate is a festive food event celebrating Puanga Matariki. Local eateries showcase their creativity by crafting dishes that resonate with Puanga Matariki themes. Category: , Matariki Festival
Māori Ringa Tohu Reo 16 Jun 2026 Free beginner Māori Sign Language course with local tutor Eddie. Weekly sessions over five weeks to build communication skills and connection. Open to all. NZSL Club Trust, 4 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110 4 more dates Category: , Matariki Festival, Talks & workshops
Matariki Celebration Evening - Art Exhibition 16 Jun 2026 Celebrate Puanga Matariki with a special community art exhibition and evening gathering at Reyburn House Art Gallery. This event brings together artists, whānau, and the wider community to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and share aspirations for the future through creativity and connection. Reyburn House Art Gallery, 17 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Matariki Festival
Green Drinks at the Hobbit Cobbin 16 Jun 2026 Tour a handcrafted cob cottage with Casey Wyeth, learn natural building techniques, then enjoy a Matariki potluck and disco in the whimsical Hobbit Cobbin. Bring a plate to share. 35 Commins Road, Onerahi 0110 Category: , Matariki Festival, Talks & workshops
Whakamānawa 16 Jun 2026 View the Lovers Lane light display featuring a selection of Whakamānawa designs projected onto the Central Library wall each evening for a magical two-hour Puanga Matariki illumination. Lovers Lane, Whangārei 0110 31 more dates Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Matariki Reflection - Lunchtime Concert 17 Jun 2026 Enjoy a free lunchtime concert by Whangārei Choral Society celebrating Matariki through music and reflection. Take a midday pause and share in the spirit of Matariki. Attendees are invited to stay for a cup of tea after the concert. The Old Library, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Live shows, music and performance, Matariki Festival
Thinking Outside the Creative Box - Puanga Matariki Art Workshops 18 Jun 2026 Celebrate Matariki with relaxed, drop-in art workshops exploring reflection and creativity. All ages welcome, no experience needed. Reyburn Art Studio, 30 Reyburn House Lane, Whangārei 0110 1 more date Category: , Kids & family, Matariki Festival, Talks & workshops
Whakamaumaharatanga ki Poutama Tangihanga Haven Falls Funeral Home 19 Jun 2026 A free community gathering to honour those lost since the last Matariki rising, with kōrero on the stars, remembrance of loved ones, shared learning, and light refreshments. RSVP by 15 June 2026. Haven Falls Funeral Home, 139 Bank Street, Regent 0110 Category: , Matariki Festival, Talks & workshops
Parihaka Night Biodiversity Walks 19 Jun 2026 Join a guided Night Biodiversity Walk at Parihaka, Whangārei. Discover nocturnal plants and animals, learn about local biosecurity, enjoy quizzes and giveaways, and connect with community and nature. Youth welcome. Koha supports community projects, wellbeing, and protection of taonga species. Dundas Road and Ross Track, Dundas Road, Riverside 0112 1 more date Category: , Kids & family, Matariki Festival