Matariki Light up the Waterways

Schedule

Fri Jul 10 2026 at 05:00 am to 09:30 am

UTC+12:00

Location

Papamoa Waterways | Tauranga, BP

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Join us on Friday 10 July for Matariki: Light Up the Waterways, a free community event celebrating the stories, traditions and history of Matariki.
As night falls, the Papamoa waterways will come alive with light, creating an unorgetable experience for whānau and friends to enjoy together.
Keep an eye out for event updates closer to July!
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Papamoa Waterways, 24 Newport Ky, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa 3118, New Zealand, Tauranga

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