Matariki Whakapiri 2026

Date : Thu, 09 July 2026 12:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Location : Whakatāne Campus
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07/09/2026 12:00 pm 07/09/2026 06:00 pm Pacific/Auckland Matariki Whakapiri 2026 Come along and celebrate Matariki with an afternoon full of kaupapa Māori, waiata, kōrero and so much more at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, Whakatāne campus. Nau mai te mātahi o te tau! Whakatāne Campus

Nau mai te Mātahi o te Tau!

Nau mai ki Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi ki te whakanui i a Matariki.

Come along and celebrate Matariki with an afternoon full of kaupapa Māori, waiata, kōrero and so much more.

  • Music
  • Entertainment
  • Tamariki Zone
  • Kapa Haka
  • Mirimiri
  • Taonga Puoro
  • Workshops
  • Pākihi Māori
  • Food Stalls

 

Event Details

Date: Thursday 9 July 2026

Time: 12:00pm to 6:00pm

Venue: Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, 13 Domain Road, Whakatāne

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Matariki Whakapiri is proudly brought to you by Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa and Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Matariki Whakapiri tile graphic
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa logo
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi horizontal logo
Calling all stallholders!

Be part of our Matariki Whakapiri celebration and showcase your business to our community!
Whether you offer:

  • Kai & beverages
  • Retail products
  • Handmade crafts
  • Health & wellbeing
  • Art, jewellery, gifts, or something unique... We have a spot for you!


Join us as we celebrate Matariki with an afternoon of connection, culture, entertainment, and whānau. This is a fantastic opportunity to share what you do, support local, and be part of a meaningful community event.

Spaces are limited, so register your interest today!

Matariki Whakapiri Stallholder registration QR code

Scan the QR code or email us to register your stall

Whakapā mai/contact us

For any enquiries, please contact us

Kataraina Monika
Strategic Business Partner - EXEC Projects