Matariki events and festivities will take place throughout the month, grounded in the themes of remembrance, reflection, celebration and connection.
At the heart of the celebrations is the free Matariki mā Puaka community festival, to be held from 3pm to 9pm on July 10 at Logan Park.
The event will feature cultural performances, workshops, kai, live music and two large-scale drone shows at 6pm and 8.45pm.
Tiki Taane will headline the event with a live performance blending his contemporary sound with kaupapa Māori.
Puaka Matariki Festival event producer Rewa Pene said the celebration continued to grow each year.
"As the stars of Puaka and Matariki rise over Ōtepoti, Logan Park will come alive for one of the city’s biggest winter gatherings."
Organisers were excited to welcome Tiki Taane to headline the drone event, she said.
"Tiki has a really special ability to bring people together across generations and communities. His music carries both energy and depth, and he’ll bring something truly memorable to this year’s celebration."
The festival will also showcase a strong line-up of local performers, including Dubious Groove, Tough Guy, Ngahau Tene and Te Kapa o Rukutia.
Other Puaka Matariki festivities happening during July will include dawn ceremonies, community celebrations, storytelling, waiata sessions, workshops and stargazing experiences.
For more information, visit matarikidunedin.co.nz — Allied Media
