# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Matariki Kaiapoi
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Matariki Kaiapoi, on Friday 10th July at Norman Kirk Park, 4pm-8pm! Fireworks at 7pm!

Plus Saturday 11th July, 12pm-9pm, at Norman Kirk Park (no Fireworks on Saturday).

Free Entry!

Our last Matariki was one of the biggest events in North Canterbury with an estimated crowd of 15,000 people! We are looking forward to another big event this year!

Once again, there will be an exciting fireworks display (Friday), Kapa Haka, a fantastic selection of kai and market vendors, live music and performers. Plus a fun filled fairground!

We also want people to learn about the history and tikanga (traditions) of Matariki, in an entertaining and unique way.

Matariki is a special occasion in Aotearoa NZ - it marks the start of the Māori New Year with the appearance of the Matariki cluster of stars appearing in our night sky and it is a time to reflect on the past year, celebrate the present, and plan for the year ahead.

The event will be about bringing people together for kai, kanikani, waiata, fun and the fireworks!

Over the same week we will also be running the hugely popular Kaiapoi Lights - a beautiful light path alongside the Kaiapoi River, Cochrane Park, from Wednesday 8th July til Saturday 11th July. Tickets to this event will be open for sale very soon!
https://www.facebook.com/KaiapoiLights

We are still looking for sponsors to make these events as successful as possible.

For Marketstall enquiries, or sponsorship please email:
trade@ehsm.co.nz or use the links below to apply.

Market Stall Application	https://forms.gle/gRaBfoi9xArjf8tF7
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kaiapoi/matariki-kaiapoi/200030078832133
- **Event Categories**: fireworks, music, entertainment, performances, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3250

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kaiapoi
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 10 Day Place, Kaiapoi, New Zealand 7630
- **lat**: -43.38251
- **long**: 172.66607
- **full address**: 10 Day Place, Kaiapoi, New Zealand 7630, New Zealand

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Matariki Kaiapoi being held?
  - **A:** Matariki Kaiapoi takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at 10 Day Place, Kaiapoi, New Zealand 7630, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Matariki Kaiapoi?
  - **A:** Matariki Kaiapoi is organized by Matariki Kaiapoi.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Matariki Kaiapoi is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kaiapoi, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 3,200+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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