Event Name: Matariki Matakana Village Farmers’ Market

Date and time: Saturday 15th July 8am–1pm

Join us for the Matariki Matakana Village Farmers' Market! Here's what you can look forward to:

 Kapa Haka Performances: Experience the power and beauty of traditional Māori song and dance by our local primary schools. Starting at 10am with Matakana School, followed by Snells Beach School.

Fire Cooking Demonstration: Watch as renowned chef Mark Lever showcases the art of cooking kai over an open fire. Be inspired as he shares his culinary expertise and mouth-watering creations with onlookers. Don't miss this opportunity to learn some fire cooking secrets!

Face Painting: Let your imagination soar with our delightful face painting station.

Traditional Māori Flax Weaving (Raranga): Watch live or join in and learn along the way as skilled weavers create food baskets (kono) from flax, discovering the beauty and intricacy of Māori weaving traditions.

 Musician Lana Fia: Enjoy the enchanting melodies of musician Lana Fia as she fills the air with soulful tunes. Let her music transport you to a place of joy and connection, adding a harmonious soundtrack to your Matariki experience.

Te Reo Coco at the Cinema: Celebrate the spirit of Matariki with a special screening of Te Reo Māori version of Disney's beloved film, Coco. Immerse yourself in the magic of this Oscar-winning animation, reimagined in Te Reo Māori. For session times, see https://www.matakanacinemas.co.nz/ 

Save the date and join us for a day of delicious food, music and community spirit at the Matariki Matakana Village Farmers' Market.

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