Puanga Matariki 2026 - Colouring Competition 17 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 17 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
Whakamānawa 17 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 30 more dates Category: , Exhibitions and visual arts, Kids & family, 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
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
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