🌟 Kāhui Whetū 2026
- Publish date
- Thursday, 25 Jun 2026, 9:52AM
🌟 Kāhui Whetū
📍 Gore Gardens
📅 Wednesday 8 July & Thursday 9 July
🎟️ FREE community event
Join the community for Kāhui Whetū, a magical winter light experience in the heart of Gore.
✨ Night One: Quiet Lights Experience
📅 Wednesday 8 July | 🕔 5:00pm – 10:00pm
For the first time, enjoy a calm and relaxed “lights-only” evening in the Gore Gardens.
With no additional entertainment, this special night offers a chance to wander through the illuminated gardens at your own pace. It’s perfect for: older visitors, families with young children & anyone who prefers a quieter, low-sensory atmosphere.
Take in the beauty of the lights in a peaceful setting.
🎉 Night Two: Full Kāhui Whetū Experience
📅 Thursday 9 July | 🕔 5:00pm – 9:00pm
The gardens come alive with a vibrant night of lights, entertainment, and family-friendly fun.
Enjoy:
✨ Spectacular light displays
🎨 Neon face painting & UV light art
🍔 Delicious kai from local food vendors
📸 Fun photo opportunities
🎈 Activities for all ages
Wrap up warm and make the most of a crisp winter evening under the lights.
💫 About Kāhui Whetū
Kāhui means cluster and Whetū means stars — together reflecting a constellation, symbolising people coming together.
📧 More Information
For event enquiries, contact:
[email protected]
