# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Matariki Ke Rawene 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join us at The Rawene Centre in Birkinhead from 6am on the 18th of July for a dawn blessing and morning of community activations and workshops. 

"Matariki ki Rawene: Toi, Wānanga and Community Activation"
presented by Toi Aro Trust and Lake House Arts
July 18th Saturday Dawn to Lunch

PART ONE
Dawn Matariki Star Art Activation - 5am - 7am
Begin the day with a special pre-dawn Matariki gathering at Rawene, welcoming the rising of the stars through reflection, creativity, and shared community experience. This activation invites participants to connect with the stories of Matariki and Puanga through star-inspired artmaking, remembrance, and intention-setting for the year ahead. 

Breakfast Kai and Wananga e Hapori - 7am - 8am
Following the dawn activation, the community will gather for light breakfast kai and a shared wānanga. This is a time for whakawhanaungatanga, kōrero, and reflection, creating space for people to connect with one another and with the kaupapa of Matariki in a warm and welcoming setting. 

Break/Setup - 8am - 9am

PART TWO
Toi & Kaupapa Maori Workshops - 9am - 12pm
The morning programme opens into a series of free (or koha) hands-on workshops and activations celebrating toi Māori, mātauranga, language, wellbeing, and community participation. Designed to be welcoming and accessible, these sessions will give participants the opportunity to learn, make, share, and engage with Māori creative and cultural practice in meaningful local ways. 
Workshops that are planned to be confirmed:
Lantern Making
Whakairo Panel carving
Waiata
Raranga
Māori Yoga
Basic Te Reo and Pepeha
Miri miri
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/matariki-ke-rawene/200030293832508
- **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 107

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Auckland
- **state**: AU
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: The Rawene Centre
- **lat**: -36.81383
- **long**: 174.72567
- **full address**: The Rawene Centre, 33 Rawene Rd, Birkenhead, Auckland 0626, New Zealand, Auckland

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Matariki Ke Rawene
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/7d3fb54f9cf7318fe0768f7a60cc8cc34de2c83ae6d1f63b93d0e3cf04863b02-rimg-w1200-h628-dceabe7a-gmir?v=1783705185

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Matariki Ke Rawene  being held?
  - **A:** Matariki Ke Rawene  takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 am to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 am at The Rawene Centre, 33 Rawene Rd, Birkenhead, Auckland 0626, New Zealand, Auckland.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Matariki Ke Rawene ?
  - **A:** Matariki Ke Rawene  is organized by Lake House Arts Centre.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Matariki Ke Rawene  is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Auckland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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