Coffee & Cars — King’s Birthday Long Weekend ☕️🚗
Coffee & Cars is back for King’s Birthday Long Weekend
Enjoy a curated Matakana Village Car Show in the main Village car park, plus an open Coffee & Cars meet outside the Village.
Bring your mates, your partner or the family and make a morning of it with great coffee, boutique shopping and the cinema all close by.
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A Record-Breaking Day at The Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest 2026
A record-breaking day at the Matakana Village Farmers’ Market as the Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest 2026 brought out the biggest pumpkins we’ve ever seen. With incredible community spirit, creative entries, and weights climbing well beyond last year’s mark, it’s clear Matakana’s growers are just getting started.
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Easter Saturday at Matakana Village Farmers’ Market
Join us at Matakana Village Farmers’ Market this Easter Saturday for Easter Bunny photos, face painting for koha, and sweet chocolate surprises from 10am–12pm. Market hours are 8:30am–1pm, with Matakana Village open all weekend.
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Coffee & Cars – Summer Edition
Coffee & Cars is back at Matakana Village on Sunday 15 February 2026. Expect standout cars, great coffee, village shopping and family-friendly fun — with gold coin donations supporting Coastguard Kawau.
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Vines & Finds Matakana
Vines & Finds
Wine, Food, Tunes & Last-Minute Gifts
Sunday 21st December | 12–3pm | Matakana Village Market Square
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of festive fun with local wine and gin, delicious food (including the famous Pasta Alla Ruota), live bluegrass from the Pipi Pickers, and a Village full of thoughtful gifts just waiting to be discovered.
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🎃 The Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest 2026 is On! 🎃
Ready, set, grow! 🎃 Join us for another year of giant pumpkins, community spirit, and a whole lot of fun at Matakana Village.
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Coffee & Cars – Cherry Blossom Edition!
Sunday 12th October 2025 | 8:30am–12 noon | Free Entry
Classic cars, cherry blossoms and plenty to explore in Matakana Village. Enjoy boutique shopping, great food, family fun, and a curated car display – all while supporting Coastguard Kawau.
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Matariki at Matakana Village - Wai, Kai & Kapa Haka
As the stars of Matariki rise, Matakana Village invites you to gather by the river for a day of reflection, celebration, and connection. "Wai, Kai & Kapa Haka" returns this year on Friday 20 June, bringing together the spirit of whānau, the richness of te ao Māori, and the beauty of our local waterways.
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Coffee & Cars – VIP Car Show at Matakana Village
Start your long weekend in style at Matakana Village’s first-ever Coffee & Cars – a free VIP car show featuring 70 standout vehicles from classics to supercars. It’s more than just a car event – enjoy boutique shopping, artisan eats, and a stunning Village atmosphere. Sunday 1st June, 8:30am–12 noon. Gold coin donations supporting Coastguard Kawau.
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Easter Monday at Matakana Village: Magic, Music and Family Fun by the River
Celebrate Easter Monday in Matakana with magic, music, and family fun by the river. From a world-class magician (who moonlights as Elvis) to face painting, tasty food, and a $10 Easter movie deal – it’s all happening 11am–3pm at Matakana Village. Free entry, great vibes, and something for everyone.
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🎉 Celebrate 20 Years of Matakana Village Farmers' Market! 🎉
It’s been two decades of local flavour, vibrant community spirit, and cherished Saturday mornings — let’s celebrate this incredible milestone together! Join us for a very special day at Matakana Village Farmers' Market.
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The Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest 2025
Whether you're a seasoned grower or just up for a bit of fun, this contest invites everyone to grow their best (and biggest!) pumpkin and join in the excitement. With categories like Heaviest Pumpkin, Prettiest Pumpkin, and even Celebrity Doppelganger Pumpkin, there’s something for everyone.
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Labour Day 2024 Food & Wine Market – A Day Not to Miss!
We’re buzzing for the Labour Day Market right here at Matakana Village! It’s going to be an amazing day with live music, local food, and heaps of talented stalls popping up. While you're here, make sure to explore all the Village has to offer.
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Matariki at Matakana Village 2024
Celebrate Matariki at the Matakana Village Farmers' Market, a vibrant gathering showcasing Māori culture with kapa haka performances, traditional flax weaving, great kai, face painting, live music, and more! Join us for a day of cultural festivities and community spirit.
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The French Film Festival Aotearoa is Returning to Matakana Cinemas!
Another season of magnifique French cinema is en route to Matakana Village! Matakana Cinemas is thrilled to announce the return of the French Film Festival Aotearoa in 2024.
Mark your calendars: May 30 - June 12 at Matakana Cinemas.
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Easter Monday Fest at Matakana Village
Kick off your Easter Monday with a bang at Matakana Village! Starting from 11am in the Farmers' Market area, we’re rolling out a day packed with vibrant live music, gourmet food, local wines, ciders, and exquisite Matakana Gin cocktails. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!
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Meet the Easter Bunny!
Get ready for an egg-citing Easter Saturday at Matakana Village Farmers' Market! 🐣✨ From 10am to 12pm, the Easter Bunny will be hopping around, ready to snap some memorable photos with your little ones. 📸🐰
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Matakana x Kia Ora Magazine
We are thrilled to be featured in Kia Ora Magazine, celebrating our vibrant community and sustainable living. This recognition invites you to explore the unique charm and artisan experiences of Matakana. Discover our spirit and culture, where every visit promises something new.
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Matakana Vineyards in the Village
Matakana Vineyards in the Village is back! We're serving an unforgettable blend: Matakana's finest wines, live tunes, and the most scrumptious Italian pizzas by Bernardo at Italian in the Village.
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The Grand Pumpkin Growing Contest 2024
Enter the inaugural Giant Pumpkin Growing Contest at Matakana Farmers’ Market on April 6, 2024. Grow the heaviest, prettiest, or even a celebrity-lookalike pumpkin and win fantastic prizes!
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