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St Mary's Church
One of the most beautiful Māori churches in New Zealand.
St Mary's church in Tikitiki serves as a memorial to the Māori men from the East Coast between Paritū (south of Gisborne) and Tarakeha/Torere (east of Ōpōtiki) who fought and died in the First World War.
St Mary's was built in the 1920's at the instigation of Ngati Porou leader Sir Āpirana Ngata. An early example of Ngata's efforts to revive traditional Māori arts and crafts. The church has a Māori architectural design and wonderful carvings and tukutuku (woven panels) inside, it is regarded as one of the most beautiful Māori churches in New Zealand.
This is an active place of worship that is also regarded as one of the icons of the entire East Cape journey.
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MUST SEE + DO
From significant historical landmarks to stunning natural wonders, Tairāwhiti is home to an extraordinary mix of must-see and must-do attractions and experiences.
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Upcoming Events
With a calendar of year-round entertainment and experiences to delight you, the land of the first light is a fun-filled destination that offers something for everyone.
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Gisborne Beer Festival
Easter Saturday 2022
Held each year this festival showcases local beers, ciders and wineries
The Chardonnay Affair
26 - 29 May 2022
Enjoy Gisborne's finest chardonnays in an array of sumptuous events
Maunga to Moana
TBC 2023
A multi-sport adventure race like no other
First Light Wine & Food Festival
5 February 2022 (Summer edition)
Tairāwhiti's premier wine event held at Labour Weekend each year
Revive Festival
5 - 8 January 2023
Revive invites people from Aotearoa to immerse themselves in three days of conscious celebration, with everything from live music, art installations, yoga, meditation, ecstatic dance, healing, and wellness workshops.
Gisborne Farmers Market
Saturdays
Where locals and visitors alike gather to get their fix of the region’s tastiest treats
Essence of Tairāwhiti
25 February 2023
Essence is more than a food festival. It's about who we are and where we're from in Tairāwhiti, our essence of life. Local chefs, hunters, gatherers and producers sharing experiences of food gathering, whanau, community and culture. The Essence of Tairāwhiti.
Te Tairāwhiti Arts Festival
3 - 13 February 2022 (Summer edition)
A celebration of artists and connections to place while welcoming the world to Te Tairāwhiti
Rhythm & Vines
15 - 17 April 2022 (Easter edition)
New Zealand's premier music and camping festival
Gisborne Beer Festival
Easter Saturday 2022
Held each year this festival showcases local beers, ciders and wineries
The Chardonnay Affair
26 - 29 May 2022
Enjoy Gisborne's finest chardonnays in an array of sumptuous events
Maunga to Moana
TBC 2023
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First Light Wine & Food Festival
5 February 2022 (Summer edition)
Tairāwhiti's premier wine event held at Labour Weekend each year
Revive Festival
5 - 8 January 2023
Revive invites people from Aotearoa to immerse themselves in three days of conscious celebration, with everything from live music, art installations, yoga, meditation, ecstatic dance, healing, and wellness workshops.
Gisborne Farmers Market
Saturdays
Where locals and visitors alike gather to get their fix of the region’s tastiest treats
Essence of Tairāwhiti
25 February 2023
Essence is more than a food festival. It's about who we are and where we're from in Tairāwhiti, our essence of life. Local chefs, hunters, gatherers and producers sharing experiences of food gathering, whanau, community and culture. The Essence of Tairāwhiti.
Te Tairāwhiti Arts Festival
3 - 13 February 2022 (Summer edition)
A celebration of artists and connections to place while welcoming the world to Te Tairāwhiti
Rhythm & Vines
15 - 17 April 2022 (Easter edition)
New Zealand's premier music and camping festival
