Matariki ki Waikato

Matariki ki Waikato Matariki ki Waikato is a kaupapa-led celebration of the Māori New Year, uniting culture, kai, arts and community across Waikato.

Rooted in Aotearoa, built for future generations. Follow for events, registrations and ways to be involved. Matariki ki Waikato brings you community events celebrating the kaupapa of Matariki within the rohe o Waikato. For the rest of the year we will keep you updated with other kaupapa Māori events, gatherings, celebrations & concerts too.

12/04/2026
Matariki ki Waikato 2026 — Expression of Interest STILL OPENWe are still welcoming expressions of interest from those wh...
19/03/2026

Matariki ki Waikato 2026 — Expression of Interest STILL OPEN

We are still welcoming expressions of interest from those who want to be part of Matariki ki Waikato 2026.

If you are planning an event, workshop, performance, stall, or community activation — we would love to hear from you.

This is your opportunity to be part of a regional programme that celebrates Matariki and brings our communities together.

We are looking for events that:
• Reflect the values of Matariki
• Create positive community impact
• Are accessible and safe
• Bring people together

Key Dates:
• Funding applications close: 6 April
• Final programme deadline: 8 June

Whether you are ready to go or just have an idea, we encourage you to submit an Expression of Interest.

Submit here: https://forms.gle/JHAdcvVpT1dahVkEA

Let’s come together to create something meaningful for our communities this Matariki.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED – MATARIKI KI WAIKATO 2026Matariki ki Waikato is calling for volunteers to help bring our 2026 celebra...
15/02/2026

VOLUNTEERS WANTED – MATARIKI KI WAIKATO 2026

Matariki ki Waikato is calling for volunteers to help bring our 2026 celebrations to life

If you love community events, culture, and giving back — we’d love to have you on board.

Volunteers help with:
• Event support
• Hosting & manuhiri care
• Setup & pack down
• General event assistance

This is your chance to be part of something meaningful across the Waikato region and support the celebration of Matariki with our communities.

Register your interest here: https://forms.gle/T2f21yj3Chm8jdBg9

Ngaa mihi nui to everyone who supports Matariki ki Waikato — we couldn’t do this without our people.

Some wonderful photos from the Matariki ki Waikato Market Day 2025 run by TKD EVENTS LTDPhoto Credit: KeyImagery
14/10/2025

Some wonderful photos from the Matariki ki Waikato Market Day 2025 run by TKD EVENTS LTD
Photo Credit: KeyImagery

14/10/2025
13/10/2025

Throwback to the opening of our 2025 Matariki ki Waikato events. Te Karanga o te tau hou - Held in TE PARAPARA Garden, where we welcomed in the new year with special guests, performances and a wonderful breakfast.
Special thanks to Glyn Stretton for capturing our day!

Throwback to our Rangatahi Ball 2025.Shout out to for the photos.
01/10/2025

Throwback to our Rangatahi Ball 2025.
Shout out to for the photos.

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