Fun-filled Waitangi Day event in Porirua Join EWA at Porirua's Waitangi Day celebrations! Get amongst the live music, fo

Experience Waitangi Day in Porirua

Porirua has a fine tradition of hosting a well-attended event on our national day, and 2024 is shaping up to be one of the best yet.

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 Cash It’s best to bring cash on the day as not all vendors will have eftpos available, although there are nearby ATMs on Lyttelton Avenue if you wish to top up. The event will be alcohol-free, smoke/vape-free, and no dogs will be allowed.

Stallholders

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.

Food Trucks

Food vendors will be lining Norrie St, with delicious options to satisfy your puku. The vendors have a zero waste kaupapa so visitors are encouraged to bring their reusable coffee cups and food containers.

It’s best to bring cash on the day as not all vendors will have eftpos available, although there are nearby ATMs on Lyttelton Ave if you're running short.

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.

Getting there

Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua 5022Public 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 30 accessible carparks available on a first come, first serve basis, located in the Te Rauparaha Arena car park.