Tainui Waka Kapa Haka Festival 2026

Tickets

Koha - $1.00

Time

Fri 17 Apr, 12:00pm - 6:15pm

Sat 18 Apr, 8:30am - 9:00pm

Restrictions

All Ages

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A spectacular celebration of Tainui Waka Kapa Haka performances, international street food, and vibrant live music.

This family-friendly event (koha entry) brings thousands together in a powerful expression of unity, ...

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Jet Park Hotels

JetPark Hamilton Airport and Conference Centre

JetPark Hamilton Airport New Zealand is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, located just a 6-minute walk from Hamilton Airport Terminal and close to Mystery Creek Events Centre. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, outdoor pool, sauna, and tennis court during your stay. Our rooms feature free WIFI, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and tea/coffee making facilities, with some offering air-conditioning and spa baths. For added comfort, our apartments include living rooms and kitchenettes. Room service is available for your convenience. Unwind in our casual restaurant and bar with seasonal garden seating, or host your next event in our conference centre, featuring 6 versatile meeting rooms.

KOSH BNB

Parkhaven - Views, Luxury & Central - KOSH BNB

Great Cafe in the building, 1 minute walk to Seddon Park, 2 minute walk into town, 5 minute walk to Waikato stadium, 3 minute drive to Hamilton Lake, 5 minute drive to Globox Arena and only 15 minute drive to Hamilton Airport.

KOSH BNB

Modern & Central with 2 Ensuites - By KOSH BNB

Welcome home. Experience comfort, style, and privacy in this modern 2-bedroom, 2-ensuite home - perfect for families, professionals, or groups seeking a relaxing stay. A short walk to Ann St beach and river walks, 2 minute drive to St Andrews Golf course, 2 minute drive to Hamilton Pools, 5 minute drive to either town or The Base Shopping Centre, 5 minute drive to Waikato Stadium and a 10 minute drive to Globox Arena.

Hazelbank House

Cambridge is the Town of Trees and Champions, situated in the heart of the Waikato province It is well known for its equine industry and for its lush farmland. In addition to the many activities and attractions in Cambridge, Maungatautari Ecological Trust, Lake Karapiro, and Mystery Creek Event Center to name a few, several of the main Tourist attractions in New Zealand are approximately one hours drive from Cambridge e.g. Hobbiton,Waitomo, Rotorua, Tauranga, and Otorohanga, Raglan.

KOSH BNB

Family Friendly Central 3brm - By KOSH BNB

Welcome home. Enjoy a large double bath while the luxury real flame fire & Heat pump warm the house for a cosy movie or game night. A short walk to Ann St Beach and River walks. 2 minute drive to St Andrews Golf course. 5 minute drive to either town or The Base Shopping Centre. 5 minute drive to Waikato Stadium. 10 minute drive to Globox Arena. Great for families, professionals and holiday makers. Look forward to hosting you. Levi from KOSH BNB.

Shirley Warring

Hadleigh Boutique Lodge

Set on 5 acres, Hadleigh is accessed down a rural lane, the tranquil setting belies its proximity to Hamilton city’s, renowned gardens and busy night life. The quaint settlement of Cambridge is close by. We were particularly drawn to the areas natural beauty, as was Peter Jackson when he chose to film his magical Hobbits here. However, it was the mighty Waikato river, woodland walks and verdant fields, home to New Zealand’s pre-eminent thoroughbred horse industry that drew us in. Following the devastating 2011 ‘quakes, we missed hosting and felt that this new ‘Hadleigh’ was really quite superb, a place we would be proud to share with our guests.

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