Waitangi Day (Māori: Te Rā o Waitangi), the national day of New Zealand, marks the anniversary of the initial signing—on 6 February 1840—of the Treaty of Waitangi.

Aug 5, 2014 · Every year on 6 February, New Zealand marks the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. For most people, Waitangi Day is a holiday; for many, and especially for Māori, it is a …

New Zealand's national day. Every year on 6 February – Waitangi Day – people of all communities and backgrounds gather at Waitangi to commemorate the first signing of New …

Feb 3, 2024 · Every year on February 6th, New Zealand commemorates the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) in 1840. British representatives and Māori chiefs signed what is …

Feb 6, 2025 · Waitangi Day, every February 6th, is celebrated by people throughout the country of New Zealand, particularly in the Bay Islands. Events can last for up to three days, including a …

Feb 4, 2021 · Waitangi Day, which commemorates what is considered New Zealand’s founding document, had a long journey in becoming the public holiday it is known as today. The first …

Sep 7, 2022 · On 6-February every year, New Zealanders celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with a national public holiday.

Jan 3, 2024 · What is the Waitangi Day celebration in New Zealand? Waitangi's Treaty Grounds host the primary Waitangi Day celebration. Every year, communities and the nation's leaders …

Aug 26, 2024 · Waitangi Day, celebrated on February 6th each year, is a significant occasion in New Zealand, marking the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. This day is not just a …

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Waitangi Day, exploring its origins and evolution, as well as its significance in New Zealand’s history. Waitangi Day traces its roots …