Auckland Conventions, Venues & Events is proud to offer Kapa haka performances that will enrich any event, from a conference to a gala dinner and even an awards ceremony. This is an opportunity for delegates to engage in an authentic Māori experience in Aotearoa New Zealand.  

Choose from our selection of Kapa haka performances that will best compliment your event. Our dedicated Event Coordinators will assist in organising this performance as well as suggesting the ideal location within your chosen venue.

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Mihi Whakatau

3 performers, 5-10 minutes, from $1500+ GST

  • A speech of welcome in Māori and waiata (song) to embellish the words of the mihi.
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Vibrant Māori Welcome

8 performers, 15 minutes, from $1700+ GST

  • Conch or Pūkāea - The shell horn that signals the arrival of visitors.
  • Te Karanga (Call of Welcome) - Wahine Māori (a Māori woman) offers an ancient call of welcome.
  • Chant - Māori dancers offer a welcome chant to the visitors, incorporating rhythmical hand actions.
  • Waiata (songs) - A ten-minute showcase of action songs, and poi dancing, concluding with a haka.
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Māori Welcome/Pōwhiri

8 performers, 15 minutes, from $1700+ GST

  • A Pōwhiri is a formal welcoming ceremony involving speeches, cultural performances, waiata, and hongi. Highly structured, this welcome is reserved for highly ceremonial occasions, visiting dignitaries, and also for funerals. Ask our team if the Welcome Powhiri is right for your event.
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Māori Show

8 performers, 15 minutes, from $1700+ GST

  • You will enjoy a warm, vibrant, and entertaining glimpse of Māori culture culminating in a high-energy spine-tingling version of our most celebrated dance, the world-famous haka. Your Māori cultural experience includes the opportunity to meet, talk, and take photos.
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Māori Welcome and Show

8 performers, 30 - 40 minutes, from $1900+ GST

  • A combination of the Māori Welcome and Māori Show performance options.
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Te Wao Nui — The Living Realm

Available only at Auckland Zoo.  

  • Take an immersive journey and discover all of Aotearoa New Zealand with a Māori cultural experience and guided walk through Te Wao Nui – The Living Realm at Auckland Zoo.