# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Te Pō Kitakita - Matariki At The Arts Village
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Kia hiwa rā! Kia hiwa rā!

Join us for this year’s Matariki celebrations at The Arts Village for a pō of toi, creativity, music, and whānau connection.

In conjunction with the opening of our Under the Stars Community Matariki Exhibition and ringatoi Toni Marie Jennings’ first solo exhibition, Ngā Hue o Matariki, Mokoia Intermediate and the launch of our newest mural completed by the very talented, Ria Hermans, Heidi Stook and Kataraina Mahutonga.

Te Pō Kitakita will bring a vibrant artistic energy to the night through a range of hands-on Māori art activities.

Come and:
✨ Learn to use poi
✨ Create your own raukura
✨ Print using uku
✨ Enjoy live music throughout the evening

Nau mai, haere mai e te whānau katoa, everyone is welcome. We would love to see you here as we celebrate Matariki 2026 together.

The Arts Village
Te Pō Kitakita | Matariki 2026
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rotorua/te-pō-kitakita-matariki-at-the-arts-village/200030085130723
- **Event Categories**: music, art, exhibitions, live-music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 596

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Rotorua
- **state**: BP
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 1240 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, New Zealand 3010
- **lat**: -38.13752
- **long**: 176.25586
- **full address**: 1240 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, New Zealand 3010, New Zealand

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Te Pō Kitakita - Matariki At The Arts Village being held?
  - **A:** Te Pō Kitakita - Matariki At The Arts Village takes place on Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 1240 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, New Zealand 3010, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Te Pō Kitakita - Matariki At The Arts Village?
  - **A:** Te Pō Kitakita - Matariki At The Arts Village is organized by The Arts Village.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Te Pō Kitakita - Matariki At The Arts Village is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rotorua, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 590+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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