The inaugural Matariki Festival from 15 June to 22 July 2018 was a huge success, defying winter with thousands of visitors over the five weeks from Picton, Marlborough and beyond – for ice skating, dancing, light and music show, and businesses getting in the spirit with shop displays and activities. It was also the first zero waste and sustainable festival in Marlborough!
PS+C originally planned to make the festival a biannual Marlborough wide event. Unfortunately, we have been unable secure funding during the current economic climate with events suffering due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.