MID WINTER FAMILY FUN NOW SUNDAY!

Manawatū’s inaugural month-long Matariki Winter Festival is over for 2026. 

The lights may have gone out for another year, but your feedback can help make next years event even brighter! ⭐

Whether you came to one event or enjoyed the whole festival, we'd love to hear about your experience.

 Click Here to share your feedback.

 

The team at Feilding & District Promotion have been thrilled to see our community coming together, connecting and participating in Feilding in Lights, the festival was designed to brighten, bring creativity, culture, and community pride into the heart of our town. You can CLICK HERE TO THE GALLERY of images.

                  

           

 

What’s happening throughout July’s month-long festival?

Feilding in Lights brings together A full Calendar of Events and activities designed to brighten up winter. Here’s a quick overview of what the team at Feilding & District Promotion have organised -

CLICK on each heading to learn more!

• Matariki Star Hunt (All Month)

Nine hidden stars around the CBD with QR‑linked stories and a family prize draw 

• Business Window LightUp Trail (All Month)

A town‑wide illuminated window trail supported by a printed and digital map.

• Hospitality Challenge — “The Colourful Dish” (All Month)

Local eateries create colourful or glowing dishes, drinks, or desserts with public voting.

 

      

 

GRATITUDE

The inaugural Manawatū Matariki Winter Festival is a community celebration that would not be possible without the generous support of partners and sponsors...