Seasonal Celebrations

Everything you need for New Zealand’s biggest seasonal occasions — timed for our seasons, with guides, DIY ideas and local suppliers for each.

Matariki

Mid-winter (June–July)

Mid-winter Matariki gatherings — remembering loved ones, celebrating the present and planning for the year ahead with shared kai.

December

Make Christmas celebrations magical with festive décor, catering, and entertainment.

31 December

Summer New Year's Eve parties — backyard barbecues, beach baches and countdowns under the stars.

31 October

Spooky-but-fun Halloween parties, trick-or-treat nights and DIY costumes — Kiwi style, with late-October spring evenings.

March or April (autumn)

Autumn Easter egg hunts, long-weekend brunches and whānau lunches, plus Easter trading-day tips for NZ.

October or November

Diwali celebrations at home or in the community — diyas, rangoli, sweets, shared meals and fireworks-safety tips.

Late January or February

Lunar New Year family feasts and community celebrations — lanterns, dumplings, red envelopes and reunion dinners.

Terms 2–3 (roughly May–September)

School ball committees and pre-ball parties — theming, venues, budgets, photos and safe after-ball plans.