Whakamānawa – Design a Whetū (Star) 28 May 2026 Celebrate Puanga and Matariki by designing a whetū inspired by one of the nine stars. Selected artworks will shine in a public display during the Puanga Matariki Festival. Submit your design by Monday 1 June. Category: , Culture, Matariki Festival
Household Hazardous Waste Amnesty Day 2026 30 May 2026 Hazardous chemicals don’t belong in household rubbish! Safely dispose of unwanted household hazardous waste at our free amnesty day. 86 Kioreroa Road, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Other
Sunday Markets at Reyburn House 31 May 2026 Discover a vibrant monthly market at Reyburn House in the Town Basin, where local makers, artists and food vendors showcase creativity in a welcoming, family-friendly setting. Reyburn House Art Gallery, 17-30 Reyburn House Lane, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Endless Summer Festival, Markets
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 10 Jun 2026 The New Zealand Alpine Club, with presenting partners World Expeditions, La Sportiva, NZ Mountain Safety Council and Osprey, bring the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour back to Whangārei this June! Capitaine Bougainville Theatre, Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Movies & screenings
Puanga Matariki Festival Opening Ceremony 15 Jun 2026 Join us to officially welcome the start of the Puanga Matariki Festival in Whangārei. Stay for a shared breakfast and collect your festival programme after the ceremony. Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei 0110 Category: , Food and drink, Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Matariki o Te Ra Hingahinga 15 Jun 2026 Nau mai, haere mai – join whānau and hapori at Tuparehuia Marae for a Matariki sunrise karakia, shared kai, storytelling, kapa haka, and a joyful disco celebrating connection and resilience. Tuparehuia Marae, 765 Whangaruru North Road, Whangaruru, Bland Bay 0184 Category: , Kids & family, Matariki Festival
Puanga on a Plate 15 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
Puanga Matariki 2026 - Colouring Competition 15 Jun 2026 Have a go at the Puanga Matariki 2026 Colouring Competition 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
Whakamānawa 15 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 32 more dates Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, 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