Puanga Matariki 2026 - Colouring Competition 20 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 20 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
Kotahitanga - Puanga Exhibition 20 Jun 2026 Celebrate Kotahitanga through a powerful collection of local and Māori artworks. Add your thread this Puanga Matariki and be part of a shared vision for unity, community, and connection. Hihiaua Cultural Centre, 56-58 Herekino Street, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Matariki Festival
Matariki Night Ride 20 Jun 2026 Glow up and show up to this whānau-friendly night ride. Decorate yourself and your wheels with lights or glow gear and enjoy a safe circuit with the community. Whangārei Central Library, 5 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Whakamānawa 20 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 27 more dates Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki 20 Jun 2026 Step into the planetarium for an immersive Matariki experience. Explore how mātauranga Māori and astronomy reveal the connections between stars, seasons, the land, and people. Tickets are available on the Planetarium North website. Planetarium North, Heritage Park, 500 State Highway 14, Maunu 0179 4 more dates Category: , Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Navigating Slowly - Film Screening 21 Jun 2026 Navigating Slowly presents eight works by Aotearoa artists exploring whenua, whakapapa, and ecological change. There are two 1-hour screenings available with limited spaces - RSVP is essential. Wairau Māori Art Gallery, 2 Quayside, Town Basin, Whangārei 0110 1 more date Category: , Matariki Festival, Movies & screenings
Whangaruru Community Hāngī 21 Jun 2026 Celebrate Matariki in Whangaruru with a shared hāngī, kapa haka by local tamariki, and time to reflect, connect and honour our community’s strength. All are welcome. Bring your whānau and be part of this special occasion. 2916 Russell Road, Punaruku, Whangaruru 0184 Category: , Food and drink, Kids & family, Matariki Festival
A Taste to Remember 22 Jun 2026 North Haven Hospice invites you to create your own fundraiser to honour your loved ones with 'A Taste to Remember'. Share a special dish with friends, whānau or colleagues and celebrate memories, food and community for a meaningful cause. Category: , Food and drink, Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Māori Ringa Tohu Reo 23 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 3 more dates Category: , Matariki Festival, Talks & workshops