Whetū Harakeke Drop-in Session

This is a fun hands-on activity for the tamariki (kids). Join Lisa Harding and Corabelle Summerton from the Kahu Collective to learn about ways of working with harakeke (flax) to create a whetū (star) for Matariki.

Free event, no bookings required.
Venue: Great Hall.
As a drop-in session you can turn up any time between 11-12.30pm to have a go. Ideal for ages 8-12.

If you would like to bring a group of tamariki, please let us know in advance so we can be sure groups don’t all arrive at once.

This event is part the Matariki celebrations at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre (3 - 20 Hōngongoi July 2023). Celebrate Matariki with talented artists from Ōtautahi and beyond. Experience outstanding performances, an exhibition of Māori visual arts, a stunning Kapa Haha showcase, exciting kid's wānanga (workshops) and a Matariki mākete (market).