# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Matariki is a powerful celebration grounded in the astronomical knowledge of our tūpuna, who read the dawn sky to mark the turning of the seasons and prepare for winter. Step inside the planetarium and experience this story brought to life beneath a perfect night sky—no clouds, no cold mornings, just breathtaking stars. Join us as we explore how astronomy and mātauranga Māori come together in Matariki, revealing a deep connection between the heavens, the land, and people.

This year we have introduced some 5pm tours at the start of July, coinciding with the public holiday and the school holidays. Our 7pm evening tours are aimed to audiences 8+, so we are making the 5pm tours for those who have younger families that want to participate in the celebration of Matariki with us,
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/discover-the-celestial-story-of-matariki/200030142062830
- **Event Categories**: holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Whangarei
- **state**: NO
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 500 State Highway 14, Maunu, Whangārei 0179, New Zealand
- **lat**: -35.7428
- **long**: 174.26958
- **full address**: 500 State Highway 14, Maunu, Whangārei 0179, New Zealand, 500 SH 14, Maunu, Whangarei 0179, New Zealand, Whangarei

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki being held?
  - **A:** Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki takes place on Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 500 State Highway 14, Maunu, Whangarei 0179, New Zealand, 500 SH 14, Maunu, Whangarei 0179, New Zealand, Whangarei.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki?
  - **A:** Discover the Celestial Story of Matariki is organized by Northland Astronomy.

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