Help Haka Thrive: Your Invititation to Partner
Te Whare Haka o Tainui invites visionary organisations to join us on a journey of cultural empowerment and connection. As the premier home for kapa haka in the Tainui waka region - encompassing the iwi of Waikato, Maniapoto, Hauraki, and Raukawa - we are entering a bold new chapter for the 2026–2027 period.
Following the massive success of our 2024–2025 festivals, which reached millions across social media and thousands in person, we are opening doors for new partners to be part of the most significant kapa haka events in our region.
A Legacy of Impact and Connection
At Te Whare Haka o Tainui, our mission is to ensure that the powerful art of haka thrives within our marae, hapū, and iwi. We aren't just hosting events; we are safeguarding stories, language, and traditions for a vibrant future. Our impact speaks for itself:
Massive Reach: Our recent festivals achieved over 18 million social media views and engaged a live audience of more than 22,500 people.
Cultural Integrity: Our mandate is anchored by enduring relationships with iwi and Te Tari o Te Kiingitanga (The Office of the King Movement).
Educational Success: We support our rangatahi (youth) in pursuing NCEA qualifications through authentic Māori performing arts.
Holistic Wellbeing: Through our Hauora Hub, we connect our communities with vital Māori health providers.
Upcoming Premier Festivals
We are currently preparing for three flagship events that showcase the best of Tainui talent:
Tainui Senior Kapa Haka Festival (April 2026) – A prestigious qualifier for Te Matatini.
Tainui Primary Schools Kapa Haka Festival (November 2026) – Building language and confidence in our mokopuna.
Tainui Secondary Schools Kapa Haka Festival (June 2027) – Empowering our next generation of leaders.
Partner With Us: Your Opportunity
We offer a range of partnership tiers designed to provide high visibility, digital omnipresence, and deep cultural connection. Whether you are looking for naming rights as a Premium Partner or high-impact social media collaboration as a Digital Omnipresence Partner, there is a place for your brand in our whare.
Our partners benefit from:
Direct Access: Reach a highly engaged audience through live festivals, broadcasts, and social platforms.
Brand Prestige: Align with an organisation that generates profound social and cultural impact.
Tailored Opportunities: We welcome the chance to design a bespoke partnership that meets your specific goals.
Join the Movement
Ready to kōrero?
View our full 2026–2027 Partnership Prospectus or contact our team today.
Email: admin@tainuihaka.co.nz
Web: www.tainuihaka.co.nz
