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27 Jun 2026Free event
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Meaning “to tie together”, Tūhono connects to existing light works Tūrama (located on Queen Street) and Taurima (Elliott Street) to form a 2km indigenous, immersive light trail.
Stretching from Te Kōmititanga at the mouth of the Waihorotiu Valley, through Britomart and along the downtown waterfront into Te Tōangaroa, the first tangata whenua urban precinct, Tūhono connects a series of significant cultural city through light, sound and visual narrative.
Created by a collective of young Ngāti Whātua ringa toi (artists) - Arama Tamariki-Enua, Caine Taihia, Uira Nahi and Maraea Shaw in collaboration with Angus Muir Designs - the trail draws inspiration from the symbolism and journeys of waka and explores ideas of movement, gathering and history across generations.
The trail is designed as a journey following the line of the Waihorotiu Valley and the downtown waterfront, linking key sites of cultural significance and contemporary Māori art across Tāmaki Makaurau.
Together, these works form Tūhono - the world’s longest indigenous art trail.
Local tip
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Harbour Eats is the iconic food destination within Commercial Bay and it offers panoramic views of the vibrant, bustling Auckland waterfront from some of the outer-facing restaurants and eateries.
Getting there
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Located at the port-end of Queen Street, Commercial Bay sits on the harbour front - you can't miss it!
Transport
Park easily at the nearby Downtown Carpark, or catch any bus heading to Britomart, or any train heading to Waitematā Station. If coming from Devonport or Waiheke Island, the ferry terminal is directly across from Commercial Bay.
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