Te Maeva Nui Festival

Te Maeva Nui Festival, which is among the most famous festivals in Cook Islands, is a week-long celebration of Cook Islands culture that is arguably the biggest cultural festival of the year (in the Cook Islands and around the world).

Te Maeva Nui festival the Cook Islands as an independent nation with an action-packed schedule beginning at the end of July and ending on 4 August, Constitution Day. An opening ceremony, float parade, market days, choir and cultural performances, trade shows, and the big one: the dance competition take place between Punanga Nui Market and the National Auditorium in Avarua, Rarotonga. Yes, the Cook Islands host a number of dance competitions throughout the year, with this being one of the most important. The Te Maeva Nui finals, held at the National Auditorium, are the main event. There's no reason not to check it out because the prices are so low!

Takes place: beginning at the end of July and ending on 4 August, Constitution Day