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Matariki Public Holiday 2027

Matariki, the Māori new year, is a New Zealand public holiday on Friday 25 June 2027, linked to the winter rising of the Matariki star cluster.

Stonehenge Aotearoa, the stone circle used to watch Matariki rise
Illustrative photo of New Zealand, not from this event.
Photo: I.Haritina, CC BY-SA 4.0

About

The Matariki public holiday is based on the winter rising of the Matariki cluster. Te Papa publishes the dates, which were set on the advice of the Matariki Advisory Committee, and the 2027 holiday falls on 25 June.

The holiday is tied to the Tangaroa lunar period, which Te Papa lists as 27 to 30 June in 2027. Te Papa also hosts a Matariki section on its website for people who want to learn about the season.

Highlights

  • Public holiday on Friday 25 June 2027
  • Tangaroa lunar period 27 to 30 June 2027

Details

Date
25 Jun 2027
Date note
The holiday is set by law to a Friday near the Tangaroa lunar period.
Venue
Nationwide
Where
New Zealand
Organiser
New Zealand Government
Tickets
Free entry
Status
Confirmed
25 Jun 2027
Free entry

Hadath does not sell tickets. Dates and prices can change: confirm on the organiser's page before you buy or travel.