*FREE* Pre-Matariki Experience

Sat Jun 13 2026 at 05:00 am to 08:00 pm UTC+12:00

Te Whatu Stardome | Observatory & Planetarium | Auckland

Ruku ki Uta, Ruku ki Tai - Auckland
Publisher/HostRuku ki Uta, Ruku ki Tai - Auckland
*FREE* Pre-Matariki Experience
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Join Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei for a free sunrise/ sunset hīkoi up Maungakiekie, guided by the stars and stories of Matariki in Tāmaki Makaurau.
About this Event

⭐ FREE Pre‑Matariki Experience

Step into the dark and follow the stars.

Join Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in preparations for Matariki with an engaging and interactive hīkoi up Maungakiekie. Guided by the stars, you’ll discover the stories, history, and cultural practices of Ngāti Whātua, while learning how Matariki has been traditionally observed and honoured in Tāmaki.

Expect connection, kōrero, and moments of reflection as we walk the mountain together — sharing knowledge, laughter, and new perspectives under the night sky.

👣 Who Is This For?

This activation is open to Maungakiekie‑Tāmaki residents.

A reasonable level of fitness is recommended, as the activity is a walking hīkoi on the maunga.

📍 Meeting Point

Te Whatu Stardome | Observatory & Planetarium

670 Manukau Road, Epsom, Auckland 1023

🧭 What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Torch / Headtorch

• Weather‑appropriate clothing

• An open mind and willingness to learn

• Your whānau & friends!

📌 Additional Info

This event is delivered by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Te Whatu Stardome | Observatory & Planetarium, 670 Manukau Road, Auckland, New Zealand

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