Hautapu Ā-Motu

Kua tata mai te putanga o Matariki. Nau piki mai, tautī mai ki Takaparawhau.

As the stars of Matariki rise, join us for our annual traditional Hautapu ceremony, this years national broadcast — a time to gather, remember those who have passed, and look ahead to the year to come.

This year, under the theme of Matariki Herenga Waka - For Everyone and in partnership with Manatū Taonga, we welcome those from near and far across Tāmaki and Aotearoa to Takaparawhau to share in the celebration of Matariki, and welcome the Māori new year together.

Hautapu Ā-Motu
Friday, 10 July 2026
Takaparawhau, Bastion Point
From 5.30am

Parking will be available at Grammar-Tec and Akarana Carpark, and on other surrounding public streets. Shuttles will rotate between the carparks and venue from 4.30am and again following the ceremony at 7.30am.

Auckland Transport Tāmaki Link will be regulating trips during this time to accomodate those who wish to travel to the Hautapu on Public Transport. Shuttle services from the Grammar Tec and Akarana carparks will be available for those stopping along Tāmaki Drive. Alternatively, you can make your way up Kitemoana Street or down Kupe Street by foot.

Be sure to prepare for the cooler weather and dress warm. Covered shoes are recommended. Watch out for tamariki and kaumātua. For more and up-to-date info, follow our event on Facebook here.