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What's On

Dive into events, festivals and activities happening across our District – all associated with or linked to Whangārei District Council. From cultural celebrations to community gatherings, there’s something for everyone!

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Puanga Matariki 2026 - Colouring Competition

07 Jul 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

07 Jul 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

A Taste to Remember

07 Jul 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

Celebrate Matariki with Us - Free Native Seedling Giveaway

07 Jul 2026 Celebrate Matariki with a free native seedling from the Hundertwasser Art Centre (while stocks last). One per whānau - take it home to plant on Matariki as a symbol of remembrance, renewal, and care for the environment.

Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery, 2 Quayside Whangārei, Whangārei 0110

Category: , Kids & family, Matariki Festival

Whakamānawa

08 Jul 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

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Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, Matariki Festival

Echoes and Embers Opera North

08 Jul 2026 A sumptuous night with Opera North’s annual “not opera” concert! Enjoy outstanding local singers, shared platters, fine wine, and a globe-spanning musical programme. Conductor Maria Satterfield is joined by Master Conductor Ana Erčulj for a spectacular one-night-only event.

Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110

Category: , Live shows, music and performance, Matariki Festival

Te Puangarua - Matariki Dawn Ceremony

09 Jul 2026 Gather at dawn to welcome the rising of Te Puangarua and Matariki. Share karakia and waiata, remember loved ones, and enjoy a warm community breakfast to celebrate the year ahead.

St. Stephen's Church, 88 Church Street, Onerahi 0110

Category: , Culture, Matariki Festival

Community Art and Culture Wānanga – Fun Activities for Whānau

09 Jul 2026 Celebrate Puanga Matariki 2026 with a community art and culture wānanga at Reyburn House Art Studio. Join us for creative, welcoming sessions or just come and have a coffee and a chat. Come and participate in colouring competition. Open to all, with a small koha towards materials.

Reyburn House Art Studio, 17 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, Whangārei 0110

Category: , Culture, Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, Matariki Festival, Talks & workshops

Wairau Māori Art Gallery Open Day

10 Jul 2026 Join us for a special Open Day at the Wairau Māori Art Gallery inside the Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

Wairau Māori Art Gallery, 2 Quayside, Whangārei 0110

Category: , Culture, Exhibitions and visual arts, Matariki Festival

Light Up Hikurangi – Matariki Festival

10 Jul 2026 Let's Light Up Hikurangi! A special celebration featuring with markets, kaihaukai, live performances, art displays, kids’ rides and storytelling. Join the community waiata at 5:00pm and celebrate Matariki together.

Hikurangi War Memorial Hall, King Street, Hikurangi 0114

Category: , Culture, Kids & family, Matariki Festival

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