A Taste of Matarangi

This iconic festival is back for its 10th anniversary in 2025. Get your tickets and save the date - Saturday April 5th! 

Tickets on sale now

Tickets now available online, plus don't forget to order your 10th A Taste of Matarangi Special edition cup!  

• $30 per adult ticket
• $5 per child ticket
• $15 Special edition cup (pre-order essential).

10th Festival Special Edition Reusable Insulated Cups!

Available for $15 to pre-order online with ticket purchases! 

Get yourself a 10th Festival 'Special edition' insulated cup to keep your beverages at the perfect temperature, whether it's a coffee, wine, beer or soft drink, this cup is suited to all festival goers drink preferences & age

They will make a great memento of the occasion you can use time & time again!

Limited edition - Only available online with ticket sales from 1st Nov - 31st January 2025. Pick up your cup at the festival on 5th April.

Example Festival Programme from 2024

More information to come as 2025 acts and programme are confirmed - example 2024 programme here: 

10:00 - Festival opens
 
10.20 - Te Rerenga Kapa Haka group  
 
10:45 - Francie Lidgard - Local singer-songwriter, Francie is a voice of her generation 
performing her own musical collection reflecting on her own tastes and experiences. 
 
12:00 - Cosha - consisting of two passionate artists dedicated to creating an unforgettable musical experience. Cosha offers a versatile range of music, from timeless classics to contemporary hits, all delivered with their unique acoustic touch. 
 
1:00 - Charity auction – supporting Kuaotunu Search & Rescue and the Te Rerenga School
 
1:30 - Black and Gold - A dynamic ensemble that defies genre boundaries and invites you to experience the fusion of sound at its finest.  Whether you enjoy a sing a long, dancing or someone who simply appreciates the magic of live music, Black and Gold’s ability to seamlessly transition between genres ensures that there’s something for everyone while having you up on the dance floor.
 
2:30 - Raffle draw - Raffles are on sale from 10am until 2pm at the raffle tent  
 
3:00 - Sugafix - With their infectious grooves, powerhouse vocals, and ability to cater to diverse musical tastes Sugafix create a sound that’s pure musical joy as it is timeless. This dynamic and versatile band fronted by a dynamic duo will be headlining and delivering an unforgettable closing set that will have you on your feet and craving for more. 
 
4:00 - Alcohol sales close
 
4:30 - Festival closes.

Call for Volunteers 

Volunteers – If you are able to volunteer at the festival we would appreciate your assistance!  Please go to our website for more information or contact us by phone or email.

Thanks to our event Sponsors!

Thanks to all of our sponsors for helping to make this event a success:

Gold Sponsors – All About Whitianga, Coro Digital, CFM.

Silver Sponsors – Richardsons Real Estate Matarangi, The Matarangi Beach Paper, Matarangi Rate Payers Assoc Inc, Puku & Kerres, Holistic Health, Four 4 Square Matarangi, Matarangi Monitoring Service, Good as Gold Painting and Decorating, Coromandel ITM, Hopper Construction, Mastercraft Kitchens Whitianga, Adriaan van Rooyen Photography. 

Bronze Sponsors – Peninsula Pest Services, The Matarangi B&B, Parr Builders, Coat to Coat. 

Parking & Getting there

Supporting Local Charities

Example entertainment & activities held throughout the day at past festivals: 

• Event MC - will be providing on going information to the patrons throughout the day between each band.
• The Dunes – Golf competition 
• Eventfun Waikato – Providing rides and activities for families
• Reserve playground– for the children
• Raffles - available for purchase at the merchandise tent
• Charity bucket drop – patrons have an opportunity to donate toward the event charities safter the auction
• Food vendors – available all day

Additional Important Information for the day