Celebrate Matariki with a fun, family-friendly morning on the beach. Join us for kite flying, storytelling, and community connection as we mark this special time of year together.

This is a free community event—no entry fee or booking required.

Date: Friday 10 July 2026
Time: 10:00am (starts sharp)
Location: Riversdale Beach (enter via Karaka Avenue Reserve)

Event Details

Please enter the beach from Karaka Avenue Reserve.

The first 40 families or groups will receive a free kite to fly, or feel free to bring your own (homemade kites are encouraged!).

A free sausage sizzle will be available for all attendees.

About the Day

The ‘Seven Kites of Matariki’ is a story that explores why the Matariki star cluster appears in the early morning winter sky. Traditionally, kite flying at Matariki has been used as a way to send messages—both to loved ones far away and to those who have passed on.

This event is a chance to:

• Celebrate the natural world

• Honour whānau and togetherness

• Reflect on new beginnings

Bring your whānau, your kite, and enjoy a meaningful morning by the sea.

See you there!