# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Matariki Ahi Kā
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the Māori New Year with Matariki Ahi Kā,  a unique Wellington event. 

Remember the past, celebrate the present, and look to the future with an immersive Wellington Waterfront experience including fire, projections, performances, and a special ceremony each night honouring those who have passed away.

Share kai with friends and whānau at our kai courts while enjoying live music.

? When: 6pm-9pm each day. 
? Friday 10 July – Sunday 12 July 2026.
? Where: Wellington Waterfront near Te Papa. 

Matariki Ahi Kā takes place in the middle of winter, so we recommend wearing warm clothes. 

Find out more: https://wellington.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-and-festivals/matariki
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/matariki-ahi-kā/200030294011641
- **Event Categories**: festivals, music, live-music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2414

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wellington
- **state**: WG
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Wellington Waterfront
- **lat**: -41.289679105884
- **long**: 174.78025356167
- **full address**: Wellington Waterfront, Kupe Statue, Taranaki St, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Matariki Ahi Kā
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/b02e793f0a50a1bbbbdb82360cb8c6e452bbe29537d78bf6deeaeb759844ac46-rimg-w1200-h628-dc191918-gmir?v=1783616992

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Matariki Ahi Ka being held?
  - **A:** Matariki Ahi Ka takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Wellington Waterfront, Kupe Statue, Taranaki St, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Matariki Ahi Ka?
  - **A:** Matariki Ahi Ka is organized by Wellington City Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Matariki Ahi Ka is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wellington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 2,400+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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