# Event Details - **Event Name**: BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Queenstown Electrification Accelerator, Lightfoot Initiative, and Sustainable Queenstown are celebrating Matariki with a magical community glow ride and Matariki Star Trail through Te Kararo Queenstown Gardens. Register now to secure your free spot: https://events.humanitix.com/bright-night-matariki-star-trail-usd-community-glow-ride/tickets Decorate your bike, gather your whānau, and follow a glowing trail to discover the nine stars of Matariki while riding through glowing light pods. It’s an easy 2.20 km loop suitable for children, families, and beginner riders. Gather at the Bright Night Basecamp where you can enjoy: -> Free snacks, plus ⚡electric hot chocolate and ?Glow-Tato Bites, cooked and powered by an electric car -> Electric car light shows and a solar-powered scooter. -> A trail e-bike and cargo e-bike on display, available to borrow through Lightfoot's GoGo E-Bike Library Programme. -> The Tennis Club rooms will be open for a warm space to enjoy -> Meet the teams from Sustainable Queenstown, The Lightfoot Initiative, and the Queenstown Electrification Accelerator and discover how our community is building a more sustainable future. ?Location: Queenstown Tennis Club ⏰ Event Time: Ride anytime between 4pm and 6pm ? First riders depart from 4pm ? Last riders must begin the route by 5:30pm ⭐ Tamariki Challenge – Matariki Star Hunt ?️ Collect the map and star worksheet at the start ⭐ Find the 9 Matariki stars hidden along the route ? Match your star sticker on the worksheet ? Return to the finish for a free hot chocolate and kai (food) reward! ✨ What to Bring ✨ -> Glow gear! Light up your bike with lights, reflectors, or anything that shines -> Warm winter clothing - it’s a winter ride! -> A reusable mug for your hot chocolate to help reduce waste ? Who Can Join? Everyone is welcome - families, tamariki, friends, couples, solo riders, and community groups. This is a relaxed, inclusive event designed to celebrate Matariki and bring our community together. ? Safety Requirements ? -> Bikes must be roadworthy -> Helmets are required (NZ Law) -> Sufficient front and rear lights for visibility and safety -> Children must be accompanied by an adult ->Riders participate at their own risk -> We will be taking some pics, so please advise if you prefer no photos -> A weather decision will be made before 9am on the day of the event This event is brought to you by The Lightfoot Initiative, Sustainable Queenstown and the Queenstown Electrification Accelerator with support from Queenstown Lakes District Council and Central Lakes Trust. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/queenstown/bright-night-matariki-star-trail-and-community-glow-ride/200030301358530 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, car-shows, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 168 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Queenstown - **state**: OT - **country**: New Zealand - **location**: Queenstown Tennis Club - **lat**: -45.037478548467 - **long**: 168.65986024188 - **full address**: Queenstown Tennis Club, Bee the Change, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand, Queenstown ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4c01b30509c78d0572d83ba332c2e722de773069caf907fd47e28027ba70f608-rimg-w1200-h628-dc171514-gmir?v=1783637594 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride being held? - **A:** BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Queenstown Tennis Club, Bee the Change, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand, Queenstown. - **Q**: Who is organizing BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride? - **A:** BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride is organized by Sustainable Queenstown. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** BRIGHT NIGHT: Matariki Star Trail & Community Glow Ride 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 Queenstown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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