Celebrate Waitangi Day with Ngati Whatua o Orakei at Bastion Point
A free community event overlooking the spectacular Waitemata Harbour,
featuring The Black Seeds, Hollie Smith and 1814
On February 6th 1840, Maori Chiefs came together with members of the British crown to sign the Treaty of Waitangi. 175 years on, Ngati Whatua Orakei celebrate this momentous occasion with their annual Waitangi Day Festival at Takaparawhau (Bastion Point). Free to all, some of New Zealand's finest musicians, The Black Seeds, Hollie Smith, 1814 and Billy TK Jnr come together with traditional Maori performers to create a colourful, lively festival that celebrates what it is to be a Kiwi in 2015.
This is a family friendly, smoke and alcohol free, zero waste party and one that is sure to be fun for all ages, with food and market stalls, kid's rides and stunning manu tukutuku (kite) displays. Come along early to witness a moving powhiri at Ngati Whatua o Orakei marae, or bring the sun umbrella and a picnic blanket and set up in front of the main stage for the day to enjoy live music and celebrate the unique cultures and summer vibe of New Zealand.
Takaparawhau is one of the hidden gems of Auckland, providing stunning views across the city and a natural amphitheatre for live performances. A true community event attended by over 30,000 people, Ngati Whatua Orakei's Waitangi Day Festival, with its stellar line up is an event not to be missed.
Naku te rourou nau te rourou ka ora ai te iwi
With your basket and my basket the people will live
