Matariki Waitī Evening Market

This year at Corban Estate Arts Centre, we’re celebrating Waitī — the star of Matariki that represents fresh water and the life it sustains. Join us for a magical evening honouring this kaupapa through creativity, connection and community.

🛍️ Wander through our indoor evening market in Shed 2 and explore stalls from talented local artists, makers and creatives. (Please note: stallholder applications are now closed.)

🎨 Celebrate Waitī through a range of free craft activities, including:
• Making your own screen-printed tote bag
• Fun and educational eel-themed crafts
• Recreate your own Matariki constellation in the Black Room — a hands-on, messy experience for tamariki and curious minds!

🔥 Keep warm by the brazier while enjoying delicious hot kai from food trucks.

🔥 Be amazed by fire performances from Mana Le Afi, joining us again after their powerful display at Kids Arts Festival in April.

🎶 Connect with our whānau from Kia Puea Te Reo Ūkaipō on the whāriki for kōrero, waiata, kanikani, tākaro, and pānui — a beautiful way to reflect, celebrate, and come together.

✨ Important Info:
• Bring cash for the market, not all stallholders will have eftpos
• Free parking available onsite
• Market is indoors at Shed 2 – this event will go ahead rain or shine

Bring your friends and whānau for a joyful night of storytelling, stars, and shared celebration. We can’t wait to see you there!