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Matariki Market Day

Hamilton Gardens Hungerford Crescent, Hamilton, Waikato

The Matariki Market Day is part of the 4 week festival of events and activities throughout Waikato. It is driven by the not-for-profit trust called Te Ohu Whakaita to raise awareness around the Celebration of Matariki, the Maaori New Year. The Matariki Market Day brings together Taonga Maaori, Kai and Live Entertainment in the hopes… Read More »Matariki Market Day

Waitomo Art Exhibition

Waitomo Glowworm Caves 39 Waitomo Village road, Waitomo, Waikato

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to the inaugural Matariki ki Waitomo celebrations at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Head along to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre throughout the week to check out the local artists, weavers and carvers showcasing their craft. All of the artists involved are descendents of Tane Tinorau who first explored… Read More »Waitomo Art Exhibition

Rongoā Māori Workshop

Waitomo Glowworm Caves 39 Waitomo Village road, Waitomo, Waikato

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to the inaugural Matariki ki Waitomo celebrations at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Gain a richer and deeper understanding of Maori rongoā (traditional medicine) from guest speakers who are a healing team based in Ngāti Maniapoto. Focusing on the power of healing, these casual and informative workshops will also share… Read More »Rongoā Māori Workshop

$10

Manu Tukutuku Kite Day

Hamilton Gardens Hungerford Crescent, Hamilton, Waikato

This free fun event encourages families (whānau) to share lessons in kite making and flying Manu tukutuku including Peter Lyn paper kites. Free Face painting, sausage sizzles and soup available. There is also coffee and food available from the Gardens Café on site. A great event and wonderful day out for the whole whānau.