How Wellington will be celebrating Waitangi this weekend
4 Feb, 2021 04:00 PM
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NZ Herald
Wellington will celebrate Waitangi Day with events across the region.
In Wellington City, a Whānau Film Night will start the long weekend tonight from 6pm in Waitangi Park.
Māoriland Film Festival will present a selection of short films, followed by the iconic Poi E.
Pack a picnic dinner and join others in the park the evening before Waitangi Day.
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The Whairepo Lagoon Dance. Photo / Supplied
Following the lagoon performances, catch Colossal s Metronome in Odlin s Plaza, and be one of the first to see the brand new artwork, Ngake Me Whātaitai, light up Oriental Bay s Carter Fountain at dusk.
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Waitangi Park, Cable St, from 6pm Pack a picnic dinner and head to Waitangi Park on the evening before Waitangi Day. Māoriland Film Festival will present a selection of short films, followed by the iconic Poi E.
Arts: What if the City was a Theatre? (opening event)
Whairepo Lagoon, Wellington, 8:30pm, free Don’t miss the grand opening event for summertime arts programme What if the City was a Theatre? The two-month programme of free arts and performance will begin with this spectacular display of dance, lights and music. This vibrant and beautiful performance event brings together over 45 talented performers from across Aotearoa in a visual display of energy, colour and movement. Visit citytheatre.co.nz for more info.