Maanawatia a Matariki 2023

Nau mai, haere mai Kirikiriroa. Maanawatia a Matariki is back for 2023!

Nau mai, haere mai Kirikiriroa. Maanawatia a Matariki is back for 2023!

Wrap up warm, grab your whaanau and friends, and head down to Hamilton Lake Domain from 4pm for a family-friendly evening filled with live music, entertainment, food, markets and more!

This is an evening to celebrate the rising of the star cluster Matariki that marks our Maaori New Year – Te Maatahi o te Tau.

The arrival of Matariki is a sign for people gather and celebrate new life, remember those who’ve passed and to plan for the future.

We’re privileged and excited to be partnering with Matariki Ki Waikato, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa and ACLX for this awesome event!

Entry is free!