Ngā mata o te ariki o Tāwhirimātea (Matariki) is the name of a group of stars, whose emergence over the horizon marks the traditional beginning of the Māori new year. This year, Matariki falls on Friday 20 June.

This special day in Aotearoa’s calendar is an opportunity to take part in festivities, connect with friends and whānau, reflect on the year gone by and set intentions for the year to come.

Tīrama Mai is back this winter to celebrate Puanga Matariki with an array of artistic lighting and cultural displays in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch. Find out more.

To find local Matariki celebrations and events, click here.

For useful information including how to celebrate Matariki and educational tools head to Te Papa.