• Matariki observation event, pre-dawn observation event, hosted by Chameleon Stargazing, 8 Simpson Lane, Lake Tekapo, 5.30am-7am.
• Geraldine Matariki Motor Muster, cruise on Friday leaving from Route 79 Museum, 3pm.
• Matariki Mackenzie night market and lighting installations, Lake Tekapo Square, 4.30pm — 6.30pm, followed by a talk about Māori Astronomy, at the Lake Tekapo sundial, 8pm (information at matarikimackenzie.co.nz).
• Carnivorous Plant Society, experience the vibraphone, tuba, harmonica, pan flute, synthesisers, drums, bass and vocals, The Lodge Theatre, Geraldine, 7.30pm.
SATURDAY
• Geraldine Matarike Motor Muster, car show and display, Kennedy Park, Geraldine, 10am-2pm.
• Matatū are coming to Timaru, Matatū v Hurricanes Poua, Fraser Park, 328 Church St, tickets from ticketmaster, kickoff at 2.05pm.
Matariki will take place on Friday. PHOTO: NASA
• Matariki Mackenzie night market and lighting installations, Lake Tekapo Square, 4.30pm-6.30pm (information at matarikimackenzie.co.nz).
SUNDAY
• Repair Cafe, clothing, electronics and woodwork repairs, South Canterbury Eco Centre, 55c Redruth St, 10am-noon.
• Matariki Shunter, Pleasant Point Railway, get a ride on newly purchased 1974 diesel locomotive TR880 or the Mark 1, 11am-3pm.
