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Join us to celebrate Puanga in Palmerston North.
This event returns to the Pit Lanes for 2026, as we come together to bring in the Māori New Year.
Enjoy a range of kai options, live entertainment from local groups – including kapa haka, and plenty of activities for tamariki. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about why Puanga is celebrated in the region (instead of Matariki) and what it means to local iwi.
More information on what to expect will be shared soon.
Get involved
Interested in hosting a stall at this year’s event? Keep an eye out on PNCC website – applications will open soon!
Friday 10 July
The Pit Lane, Arena
3-7pm
Please note this information should be used as a guide only. To help ensure your safety we advise you review our safety page and contact the individual provider for up to date information on their compliance with all Health and Safety and regulatory requirements.
CEDA
Level 1, 5 Broadway Avenue,
Palmerston North 4410
+64 6 350 1830
[email protected]
CEDA.nz
Palmerston North City i-SITE
The Square, Palmerston North
0800 MANAWATU
(626 292)
[email protected]
ManawatuNZ.co.nz/isite
Feilding and District
Information Centre
Te Āhura Mōwai
64 Stafford Street
+64 6 323 3318
[email protected]
ManawatuNZ.co.nz/feilding
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