Matariki Basketball Festival 2026
10 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Walter Nash Centre
Event Description
Celebrate Matariki on the court at the Capital Basketball Matariki Festival.
This inclusive basketball festival welcomes people of all ages, mobility levels and cultures to come together through a shared love of basketball. Matariki is a time to remember, reflect and look ahead, and this event provides a fun and accessible way to connect with others and celebrate the season.
With support from Hutt City Council, Nuku Ora, Parafed Manawatū and Halberg, the festival aims to break down barriers and make basketball accessible to more people in our community.
Whether you're an experienced player or simply keen to be part of the celebrations, gather a team and join us for a fun, safe and welcoming event.
Register online now https://www.capitalbasketball.org/matariki-festival
Follow Capital Basketball on social media for more information
When
10 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
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Where
Walter Nash Centre
Walter Nash Centre, Taine Street
Taita Lower Hutt
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Bookings
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| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TE MATARIKI I TE HAPORI O MOERA | 27 June 2026 at 6:00PM | Te Kakano O Te Aroha Marae | ||
| Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu | 2 July 2026 at 6:00PM | Professionals Building | ||
| Te Mangungu Marae Community Matariki event & open day | 4 July 2026 at 11:00AM | Te Mangungu Marae | ||
| Koraunui Winter Warmer | 7 July 2026 at 10:00AM | Koraunui Marae | ||
| Ko Puanga rāua ko Matariki - Waitī | 9 July 2026 at 6:00AM | Wainuiomata Community Hall | ||
| Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu | 9 July 2026 at 6:00PM | Professionals Building | ||
| Matariki @ Petone Community House | 10 July 2026 at 7:00AM | Petone Community House | ||
| Ko Puanga rāua ko Matariki - Waitī | 10 July 2026 at 10:00AM | Wainuiomata Community Hall | ||
| Matariki Community Celebration: Ngā whetu o Matariki | 10 July 2026 at 4:00PM | Wainuiomata High School | ||
| Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu | 16 July 2026 at 6:00PM | Professionals Building | ||
| Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu | 23 July 2026 at 6:00PM | Professionals Building | ||
| Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu | 30 July 2026 at 6:00PM | Professionals Building |
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Similarly Named Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPPINE FESTIVAL | 13 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Lower Hutt Events Centre | ||
| Philippine Festival | 13 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Lower Hutt Events Centre | ||
| Make a Matariki Star | 27 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| Matariki Film | 8 July 2026 at 10:00AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Adult Event | |
| Matariki Storytime: Stars | 8 July 2026 at 10:30AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Ages 0-5 | |
| Ko Puanga rāua ko Matariki - Waitī | 9 July 2026 at 8:30AM | Petone Foreshore |
Te Ao Māori Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kēmu Kōrero | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Adult Event | |
| Latin Music Time for Children and Caregivers | 13 June 2026 at 2:30PM | Walter Nash Centre | ||
| Kaumātua Rōpu | 17 June 2026 at 10:30AM | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub | Ages 55+ | |
| The Practical Maara (Skills for All Spaces) | 18 June 2026 at 1:30PM | Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| Kēmu Kōrero | 19 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Adult Event | |
| HuttFest | 22 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Walter Nash Centre |
Physical Health Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready Steady Balance | Today at 1:00PM | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| Ready. Steady. Balance. | Today at 1:00PM | War Memorial Library | ||
| Sanchin Freestyle Karate | Today at 6:00PM | Kōraunui Stokes Valley Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| Table Tennis | Tomorrow at 9:00AM | Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| International Senior's Table Tennis | Tomorrow at 9:30AM | Walter Nash Centre | ||
| Pickleball | Tomorrow at 9:30AM | Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub |
Matariki Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Make a Matariki Star | 27 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| Tea & Tales: Weave a Tale | 6 July 2026 at 1:00PM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Adult Event | |
| Matariki Film | 8 July 2026 at 10:00AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Adult Event | |
| Matariki Storytime: Stars | 8 July 2026 at 10:30AM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub | Ages 0-5 | |
| Ko Puanga rāua ko Matariki - Waitī | 9 July 2026 at 8:30AM | Petone Foreshore | ||
| Poi Making | 9 July 2026 at 1:00PM | Naenae Neighbourhood Hub |
Age - Families / All Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Councillor Naomi Shaw Drop-In | Today at 10:30AM | Walter Nash Centre | ||
| Soup for the Community | Today at 11:30AM | Walter Nash Centre | ||
| Hutt City Night Market | Today at 4:00PM | Dowse Square | ||
| World Knit in Public Day | 13 June 2026 at 9:00AM | Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub | ||
| Philippine Festival | 13 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Lower Hutt Events Centre | ||
| PHILIPPINE FESTIVAL | 13 June 2026 at 10:00AM | Lower Hutt Events Centre |