February 2025, Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua
Experience Waitangi Day in Porirua
Porirua has a fine tradition of hosting a well-attended event on our national day.
There will be lots to see and do inside Te Rauparaha Arena, Pātaka or on Porirua Harbour, or you can just relax on the park and enjoy the acts on the main stage.
For the comfort of all, the event is alcohol-free, smoke/vape-free, and no dogs are allowed.
Main stage
Performances on the main stage in previous years have included Te Kura Māori o Porirua, Tipapa Bracken, Brooke x Starce, Ben Makisi, and TJ Taotua & Ministry of Tone.
Waka Tours
The popular free waka tours, provide the opportunity to paddle around Te-Awarua-o-Porirua harbour.
Food Trucks
There will be food vendors lining Norrie St, with delicious options to satisfy your puku. The vendors have a zero waste kaupapa so visitors are encouraged to bring their own reusable coffee cups and food containers.
Stall holders
Visit a selection of local artisan market stalls, a place for creative artisans to showcase and promote their locally made products. Check out the latest offerings from your favourite stall holders, and maybe even find some new faves made by local artisans.
Activities for Tamariki
There will a kids’ area, with plenty of options for enthusiastic children.
The area also features bouncy castles, face-painting and an indoor chill-out zone. Fun for all the whanau.
“The food, the entertainment, families out enjoying themselves – it’s a day to enjoy with people and one where we can celebrate culture, heritage and history.”
Porirua Mayor Anita Baker
Getting there
Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua 5022
Public Transport
Why not catch a bus or the train or park at the train station and walk over, it's a quick 5-minute walk to the Arena.
Parking
Available on surrounding streets such as Wi Neera Dr or you can leave your car at the railway station and take the short walk to Te Rauparaha Park.
There are 22 accessible carparks available on a first come, first serve basis, located in the Te Rauparaha Arena car park.
