The most famous of all cultural festivals is undoubtedly the “Heiva i
The heart of the people is also to be found in the “Crafts Heiva” that runs concurrently with these events with exhibitions and demonstrations of all forms of craftwork from the five island groups together. The rest of the year is studded with various events devoted to handicrafts or horticulture (for instance, the famous « Tiare Day ») or cultural events.
Sports play a growing role with unsurpassed international fame in surfing and canoe racing in particular. Running is increasingly popular, as shown by the growth of various sports events or of simple raids and hikes.
January
NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION THROUGH ALL THE
(5th January)
A big party day out by “truck” (traditional public transport) around the island of Tahiti, with stops for swimming, relaxing and discovering different tourist attractions along the way, as well as musical atmosphere and dance shows.
Upon arrival on the peninsula a Tahitian meal will be awaiting the happy travellers. The King and Queen of the “Tere Fa'ati” will also be elected from amongst the group.
INTERNATIONAL OCEANIAN DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL OF TAHITI - FIFO
(29th January - 3rd February)
At the Cultural Center,
1st TAHITI & HER
(31th January - 2nd February)
The theme for this first-time event is: "
February
CHINESE NEW YEAR
(7th February)
The French Polynesian Chinese community celebrates the New Year on the date given by the Chinese horoscope for the year (the rat). The program of festivities begins with the official opening ceremony at the
To wind it all up, there is a lantern march through the city streets closes the celebration.
TAHITI - MOOREA
(9th February)
Experts consider this marathon, which is held on the
First Aid, refreshment and sponge stations located every
MOOREA “TERE FA'ATI”
(10th February).
Along the same lines as the Tahiti island tour, this excursion will show you the tourist sites of the sister island in a festive atmosphere, to the sounds of the ukulele.
2nd International deep-sea fishing competition.
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March
THE COMING OF THE GOSPEL
(5th March)
A commemorative celebration of the arrival in
This year marks the 211th anniversary of the coming of the Gospel.
(24th - 29th March)
In Tahiti (Taina Marina, Punaauia), international deep-sea fishing competition preceding that of
RAID OF THE
In Tautira, Teahupoo.
April
TRIAL AIR
Qualifying surf competition in Teahupoo (
TIFAIFAI EXHIBITIONAt the city council of
BILLABONG PRO SURFING
An international competition amongst the world's best surfers on Teahupoo's mythical wave in
May
(8th - 12th May)
International regatta in the Leeward Islands starting from Raiatea (Uturoa) to Tahaa,
THE
(11th May)
A one-of-a-kind marathon in Ua Pou, by its location, its atmosphere, the simplicity of the island's people so dear to Jacques BREL and Paul GAUGUIN.
In unblemished surroundings, Marquesan horsemen ride along the athletes.
VA'A TEA ECO RACE
(mid-May)
From Raiatea to
RAID MOOREA 5th EDITION
(25th May)
Individual or team races on Moorea. 3 disciplines: Kayak (
FESTIVITIES OF THE PLEIADES “MATARII I RARO”
(18th May)
End of the cycle or time of restriction, beginning of the dry period when the land stops producing.
ARII MATA TINI RACE
(31st May)
Individual outrigger canoe race in the
June
TAMA HITI RAU
Performances by the traditional dance schools at
HEEMOANA RACE 7th EDITION
(23rd June)
56-km outrigger canoe race between the ocean passes of Teahupoo (Hava'e) and Punaauia (Taapuna), featuring local athletes and Pacific countries competitors.
(27th - 28th June)
Sailing rally from the
INTERNATIONAL GOLF OPEN
At Atimaono on the Olivier Bréaud golf course in Mataiea, approximately
July
HEIVA I
The largest gathering of choral and dance groups takes place at
HEIVA OF THE ARTISANS
A big crafts exhibition based around the theme of Polynesian legends that brings together all the artists from the four corners of
TE AITO VA'A
(mid-July)
One-day individual outrigger canoe race over appr.
The best 100 rowers qualify for the « Super Aito » race.
August
TE VAI ARI'I MARATHON OR “SUPER AITO VA'A”
(mid-August)
Three-day individual outrigger canoe race featuring the best hundred rowers of the moment and of the “Te Aito” race, over distances of 5, 10, 15 and
September
TAAPUNA MASTER SURFING
(11th - 28th September).
6 days surf amateur competition Taapuna pass (Punaauia), featuring several disciplines and categories, weather permitting.
RAID PAINAPO 7th EDITION
(21st September)
Three-people-teams competition on Moorea.
This event is placed under the sign of discovery and environmental preservation.
TAAPUNA PRO/AM SURFING 6th EDITION
(29th September - 3rd October)
Surf competition in Taapuna pass, with the best amateur and professional surfers and body boarders.
WORLD TOURISM DAY
(27th September)
In Tahiti and her
October
ROTUI'S TOUR 7th EDITION
(27th October)
Foot race around the Rotui's mount (Moorea) of
HAWAIKI NUI VA'A
In the
Over 100 canoes will race between the islands of Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa and
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November
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FESTIVITIES OF THE PLEIADES “MATARI’I I NI’A”
(20th November)
In Tahiti, Moorea, Huahine,
Period when the produce of the earth and sea abound.
December
TIARE DAYS
(3rd - 6th December)
In
ROTUI GREEN TRIATHLON 6th EDITION
(30th December)
On Moorea, trials organized in 3 disciplines: swimming (400 or
CHRISTMAS AND ST SYLVESTER CELEBRATIONS
Throughout Tahiti and her
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