FEILDING IN LIGHTS – COMMUNITY LIGHT PROJECT

Manawatū’s Matariki Winter Festival

Create a Light • Bring it to the Square • Light Up Feilding

This Matariki, we invite our whole community to be part of something special.

What’s Happening

As part of Feilding in Lights, everyone; families, schools, workplaces, clubs, groups, and individuals are invited to create a Matariki‑inspired lantern or light object/sculpture that reflects this year’s theme, Matariki Herenga Waka and bring it into the Feilding Town Square for display at the Feilding in Lights launch event, Saturday 27 June (5pm – 7.30pm).    

How to Take Part

Please register your interest so we can plan space in the square for all contributions.

Registration includes:

• Your name or group/school name
• Approximate number of lights
• Contact person

Light Creation Guidelines;

To keep everyone safe and ensure your creation lasts outdoors: 

• Use weather‑resistant materials (plastic, jars, corflute, acrylic, waterproof fabric, sealed paper)
• LED lighting only (battery or solar)
• No flames or mains‑powered lights
• Lightweight and easy to carry
• Creative designs encouraged — waka, stars, navigation, whānau, connection, Matariki themes

Launch Event - Saturday 27 June - Feilding Town Square, 5.00pm – 7.30pm

Bring your lantern or light sculpture to the Square and be part of a magical community moment as we Light up Feilding for Matariki.

Cultural Acknowledgement

We thank our local iwi for their guidance in ensuring our celebrations honour the cultural significance of Matariki and reflect the meaning of Matariki Herenga Waka.

 

REGISTER HERE