Matariki @ MERC with Te Pā 2025

We are excited to again collaborate with Te Pā for Matariki this year!

In line with the traditions of Matariki, take some time out for you and your family this Matariki weekend and join us in a celebration of Matariki, the MERC and Te Pā way!  Learn about the celebration of Matariki and this years theme of Puanga, engage in recreational activities relating to the different stars of Matariki, and gain a greater sense of community with this family camp experience.  You'll take part in the celebrations learning karakia and waiata for our Hautapu ceremony with a hāngī for a dawn viewing of Matariki.

This is a full weekend experience with space for you to participate all activities throughout the weekend, accommodation and meals. 

* Disclaimer 

Please arrive 15 minutes before your booking time

All activities are weather dependent and activities may change subject to the weather.

Any Child under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Those 16+ can attend by themselves. 

Upon check out please make sure you have completed this form for each participant

Risk disclosure for each participant  https://Marine_Education_Recreation_Centre.formstack.com/forms/merc_risk_disclosure_matariki_at_merc