TE MAEVA NUI

Te Maeva Nui Festival is a week-long national culture and dance event held each year to celebrate the August 4th anniversay of the Cook Islands as an independent nation. It is the cultural highlight of the Cook Islands year.

This National Event has grown over the years drawing international visitors from across the globe to Rarotonga for a week of cultural festivities and celebrations through arts, crafts, music, song, dance, and local food. Our Cook Islands people are our richest Asset. The whole Nation literally comes to a standstill as we celebrate our unique culture during Te Maeva Nui.

This year’s event promises to be a truly special celebration of Cook Islands culture, as we welcome our families back from Te Pa Enua after a long absence. Te Maeva Nui has long been a highlight of our cultural calendar, showcasing the strength of our traditions through vibrant performances, dance, music, and art. With the participation of all the islands, the 2025 celebration will see our nationwide reunion including our families living in New Zealand and Australia. The full program for the 12 day celebration will be released on the 15th of February. Here is a sneak peak.
TMN25 will start with the Float Parade followed by a week full of international performances and cultural performances