Te Tuhi and O Wairoa Marae are thrilled to announce a Matariki Festival, taking place on Saturday 14 June 2025 at O Wairoa Marae in Howick, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

Offering an exciting lineup of free craft workshops, games, and performances, and music, the Matariki Festival at O Wairoa Marae is a beautiful opportunity to explore Te Ao Māori and engage in shared moments of learning.

Alongside the festival activities, the audience is invited to visit the exhibition Kotahitanga: Ō Wairoa Marae in the Tainui Garden of Memories, hosted by the Malcom Smith Gallery at UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture, Howick.

The day will commence with a public ceremony at 10am to officially launch the festival activities.

Workshops and Demonstrations 
Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in various workshops and demonstrations including tītī tōrea (short stick game), mau rākau (weaponry using long sticks), raranga (weaving), poi making, and he ara uku (clay work).

Cultural Performances
Enjoy a range of performances in the Uxbridge Theatre, featuring Korean Dancers and kapa haka performances from local schools.

International Activities
The International Women's Association will be offering activities including origami, bean bag games, fried noddle tasting, a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, language corner, lantern making and much more.

All-day BBQ
Enjoy a free sausage sizzle and vegan hot pot, served throughout the day.

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