Tirama Luminate Light Trail

The festival is named Tīrama, which means to bring light or illuminate. It will light up the popular kiddies play park zone for three nights.

Visitors enter The Domain through Te Waharoa Nga Whetu o Matariki – Matariki star gateway and follow a trail of luminous stones, a traditional practice used by Ngāti Pahauwera to guide them at night following the reflective glow of the opunga stone in moonlight.

The trail leads to light displays, some interactive and playful as you learn about Matariki.

Over three nights we welcome the public to write a name and message for someone they lost during the year or a wish of hope for the future.

Mount your message on a waka lantern (provided) to float in the Domain Fountain.

The event will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display on Friday 10th June at 9pm.

Dress warm in layered clothing with comfortable runners.