The Bay of Plenty’s original seafood festival returns from 12noon till 6pm for another fantastic culinary and cultural event in historical Maketu on a magical seaside venue

The event; a celebration of people, culture, entertainment, fine wines and food has continued to grow in popularity and is unique in its situation and cultural significance

Visitors from outside the region experience an event which is a taste of real New Zealand supported by real New Zealanders working to support local community groups

The festival will be opened at 12noon with a Maori Blessing and waiata performance by Maketu School Kapa Haka Group and continue with music, entertainment and cooking demonstrations until 6pm

Tickets are adult $20, under 18 $10, ( under 5 free ) and are available from all Paper Plus shops, The Landing-Maketu and www.iTICKET.co.nz

For further information visit the website www.maketukaimoana.co.nz