# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 am
- **Event Description**: Hosted by Te Anau Waitangi Charitable Trust  
Friday 6 February • Lions Park, Te Anau

Join us for a vibrant, family‑friendly celebration of Waitangi Day in the heart of Fiordland. This year’s festival theme is Ngā Rauemi o te Taiao – Nature’s Resources, honouring the stories, knowledge, and natural treasures of our environment.

Programme Highlights
11:30am – Mihi Whakatau & Ngā Herenga Waka Kapa Haka  
A warm welcome and powerful kapa haka performance to open the day.

12:30pm – Traditional Hāngi Served  
Prepared by local whānau and shared with the community.

? All‑Afternoon Activities at Lions Park
Dr. Rock – Discover Te Anau’s Geological Story  
Hands‑on rock exploration for all ages. Learn how erosion shapes our lakefront, identify “rock families,” explore rock trays from the high‑ and low‑tide marks, and bring your own rocks for Dr. Rock to identify.

Immersive cultural activities
- Arts & craft stalls
- Te Anau Raranga Rōpū (weaving)
- Kai Māori
- Kemu with Fiordland Outdoor Playgroup
- Te Anau School Kapa Haka

Giant sandpit & water slide

? Bring the whānau, enjoy the kai, and celebrate together.
Free entry • All welcome • Whānau‑friendly

? Before Waitangi Day
- Storywalk in the Te Anau Memorial Gardens – “The Big Boil Up”
- NZ flags displayed throughout town
- Mararoa School art display – Wapiti Café
05 Feb: Bilingual Story Time (3:10pm) & Nature Art (3:30pm) – Te Anau Library
06–08 Feb: Mixed media art exhibition – Old Westpac Building

For updates, visit: www.teanauwaitangiday.co.nz
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/queenstown/te-anau-waitangi-festival-2026/200029531249926
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, exhibitions, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 58

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Queenstown
- **state**: OT
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Lions Park
- **lat**: -45.416498722695
- **long**: 167.71128221612
- **full address**: Lions Park, 96 Te Anau Ter, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand, Queenstown

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/93f40db9015571158f9765ed1f33384f7128391d76224432a1775d8b2642ed52-rimg-w1200-h1697-dcf4f4f1-gmir?v=1770223037

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 am to Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 01:30 am at Lions Park, 96 Te Anau Ter, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand, Queenstown.
- **Q**: Who is organizing ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026?
  - **A:** ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026 is organized by Te Anau Waitangi Charitable Trust.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** ? Te Anau Waitangi Festival 2026 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. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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