Dates & Tickets
Joel’s Cafe is back and this time we are taking the show to Wanaka at New World Three Parks in celebration of Matariki Wanaka 2025, brought to you by the Kahu Youth.
JOELS CAFE Thursday 19th June- 6AM - 10AM New World Three Parks 83 Sir Tim Wallis Drive - Wanaka
Join us for exclusive behind-the-scenes details about the celebration event, featuring live interviews with key people involved, including a sneak peek at what you can expect on the day.
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MATARIKI CELEBRATION Friday 20th June, 2PM - 6PM Dinosaur Park 5 Lakeside Road
Proudly Presented by: Kahu Youth
Matariki, marked by the rising of the Te Kāhui o Matariki star cluster, is a time to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future. This year’s celebration invites local whānau, tamariki, and rangatahi to come together for an afternoon filled with free activities, cultural performances, a hāngī, and a strong sense of community connection.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Delicious hangi – served from 5pm. Get in early as last year we sold out! Pre-sales start at 2pm.
10 kapa haka groups - performing on the Community Stage throughout the event.
Live storytelling - of local Māori legends by kaumātua Darren Rewi.
MCs Paul Tamatik and Ryan Enoka - guiding the audience through the meaning of Matariki.
Kāhu Youth Pop-Up Youth Centre - for rangatahi to relax at and soak up the Matariki Atmosphere.
Tamariki Interactive Marquee - with Matariki themed crafts and stories.
Weaving Workshop – join MAC and Te Kakano to weave Harakeke plant guards
Bonfires along the lakefront - perfect for warming up.
Giant bubble show - a favourite for tamariki!
Community Waiata – together we will sing Ko Te Whirika, at 5:30pm along the lakefront
and we invite all to come and sing with us.
To view all event information, head to Matariki 2025
NEW WORLD THREE PARKS
New World Three Parks in Wānaka is one of the South Island’s most modern, sustainable, and efficient supermarkets.
They offer an impressive range of local and seasonal products, with dedicated selections for vegans, gluten-free, and health-conscious shoppers. Enjoy fresh meal solutions, a ‘build your own’ salad bar, and an Eco Store refilling station.
Relax in their on-site café with outdoor seating, a full menu, and barista-made coffee. With 220 dedicated car parks and electric car and bike chargers, your visit is always convenient.
Celebrate Matariki with Joel’s Café — thanks to New World Three Parks Celebrating a work event, got a family gathering, or hosting a kid's birthday party and need a great food solution, relax, New World Three Parks has you covered. Open until 10 pm daily"
