The rise of Matariki in the winter skies is an important time for Aotearoa and Te Waipounamu as it signifies the start of the Māori new year.
Matariki Mackenzie offers a special place for mana whenua, community and manuhiri (visitors) to connect with whānau (family) and whenua (land) through culture, kai (food) and kōrero (conversation).
Matariki is a time for celebration, growth and renewal. Please join us to celebrate the Matariki Mackenzie festival with variety of workshops, food stalls, live music and more!
To register for workshops and to see what events are happening in the Mackenzie region, please visit matarikimackenzie.co.nz for more information.
Matariki Events
14 July
- Te reo Māori workshops - Takapō
- Rokoā workshops - Takapō
- Toi Māori/Copper workshops - Takapō
- Mahika kai workshop - Takapō
- Rock art and manu tukutuku kite workshops - Takapō
- Taoka puoro workshops - Takapō
- Matariki Dawn Stargazing and Breakfast - Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
- Wāhi tamariki - Takapō
15 July
- UC presents Observatory Open Day at Ōtehīwai Mt John
- Matariki 9 Course Degustation Dinner
Discover more about Matariki Mackenzie, and events at matarikimackenzie.co.nz