Kia hiwa rā! Kia hiwa rā!

Join us for this year’s Matariki celebrations at The Arts Village for a pō of toi, creativity, music, and whānau connection.

In conjunction with the opening of our Under the Stars Community Matariki Exhibition and ringatoi Toni Marie Jennings’ first solo exhibition, Nga hue o Matariki , Mokoia Intermediate and the launch of our newest mural completed by the very talented, Ria Hermans, Heidi Stook and Kataraina Mahutonga.

Come and:
 Learn to use poi
 Create your own raukura
 Print using uku
 Enjoy live music throughout the evening

Te Pō Kitakita will bring a vibrant artistic energy to the night through a range of hands-on Māori art activities. Nau mai, haere mai e te whānau katoa, everyone is welcome. We would love to see you here as we celebrate Matariki 2026 together.

Keep an eye out below for more info

Be apart of Under the Stars Opening during Te Pō kitakita

Exhibition dates : 9th July – 1st August
Art Work Drop off : 1st -4th July

Wallis, Mosaic, Cottage and Maumahara Galleries

Artist Callout – He Kete Kotahi He Whenu Maha

Celebrate Matariki through art. Under the Stars 2026 invites Rotorua-based artists—amateur and professional—to share works inspired by Matariki. The exhibition runs July–August across all galleries at The Arts Village, with a special celebration on Thursday, 9 July. 

Check out our Under the Stars exhibiting artist below