Taikura Kapa Haka is an annual festival bringing together kaumātua from across the motu in celebration of the rich mātauranga and pūkenga held in our apārangi tūnohunohu. With the support of the He Kura te Tangata Trust, Te Papa are proud to support and host this joyous kaupapa that will continue to be a treasure for generations to come.

• Pōwhiri for preforming rōpū will commences at 8am to 10.am.

• Karakia followed by the first performances will start at 10.20am on both days. Performances will continue through to 5.30pm.

Taikura Kapa Haka is a celebration of culture, whakapapa, and the enduring wairua that has been passed down to us from our tūpuna. As we gather together to witness the incredible performances of our talented kaumātua, we also pay homage to all of our whānau who have come before us and who passed on their mātauranga.