Heiva in Tahiti 2025

• • • 18:30 p.m. – Presentation of the evening
    • TAPAIRU TAHITI – Hura ava tau
    • TAMARIKI RAPA – Tarava Tuha'a Pae
    • 10 minute break
    • REO PAPARA – Tarava Tahiti
    • HŌ MAI – Hura ava tau

Saturday, July 5

• • • 18:30 p.m. – Presentation of the evening
    • HA'AVAI – Hura ava tau
    • TE MANU Al'A – Tãrava Tahiti
    • 10 minute break
    • NÚNA'A RURUTU – Tarava Tuha'a Pae
    • MANOHIVA – Hura tau

Thursday July 10

• • • 18:30 p.m. – Presentation of the evening
    • 'ATOROIRA' – Hura ava tau
    • MEHAU – Tarava Raromatal
    • 10 minute break
    • HA'AVAI – Tarava Tahiti
    • TAMARIKI POERANI – Hura tau

Friday July 11

• • • 18:30 p.m. – Presentation of the evening
    • TE TA'IMANARAU – Hura ava tau
    • TUPU AU – Tãrava Tuha'a Pae
    • 10 minute break
    • TAMARII MAHINA RAROMATA'I – Tarava Raromata'i
    • TEMAEVA – Hura tau

Saturday, July 12

• • • 18:30 p.m. – Presentation of the evening
    • TAMARII HAUMAIRE – Hura ava tau
    • TAMARI'I TIPAERU'I – Tarava Raromata'i
    • 10 minute break
    • TAMARI'I MATAIEA – Tarava Tahiti
    • TEVA I TAI – Hura tau

Wednesday, July 16

Evening of Awards from 18:30 p.m.

Friday 18 and Saturday 19 July

Evenings of the podiums from 18pm

Umu tī, fire walking, July 2 at 18 p.m. at Mahana Park

Le Umu tī is an ancestral Polynesian ritual also known as walk on fire. It marks the beginning of the festivities of Heiva i Tahiti and symbolizes the purification of body and mind.

This rite consists of walking barefoot on white-hot volcanic stones in a pit carefully prepared by a tahua (Tahitian priest). In the past, this ceremony was linked to the food preservation : if the tahu'a passed through the oven without burning, it was a sign that the gods would guarantee the preservation of the food reserves.

Today, Umu tī remains a spectacular and spiritual event, where the participants, after a period of preparation and meditation, face the burning stones under the captivated gaze of the public. I specify for the courageous ou reckless that they can participate, if they wish, in this warm stroll...

• • • Meet us on Wednesday, July 2, at 18:00 p.m., at mahana park
    • Prices: 4 Fcfp and 000 Fcfp
    • Tickets on sale at the Maison de la Culture, Grand Théâtre lobby
    • Information: Nini at 87 78 54 75 or here.

36th Heiva Rima'ī from June 26 to July 13 in Mamao

Le Heiva Rima'ī is a major event dedicated to thetraditional Polynesian crafts. It is held every year in Papeete visit us at the Māma'o Expo Park, and brings together artisans from five archipelagos from French Polynesia.

During this 36e edition, the theme will be “Te 'una'una o te moana – the beauty of the ocean”. Visitors will be able to discover a exhibition-sale rich and varied, highlighting artisanal creations such as wood and stone sculptures ou on bone, of traditional jewelry, du top, du tifaifai, of the basketwork and sewing.

In addition to the craft stalls, the Heiva Rima'ī offers workshops, demonstrations, competitions, fashion shows et musical animationsA highlight of the festival is the election of “Māmā Rima'ī 2025”, which will take place on 28 June.

It is a great opportunity to celebrate the Polynesian know-how and to support local artisans.

• • • Free admission
    • Open every day from 9 a.m. to 17 p.m.

The Heiva Va'a Mata'eina'a from July 4 to 14

Le Heiva Va'a Mata'eina'a is a competition of traditional canoe (go) which celebrates both the sport and polynesian cultureThis event highlights the ancestral tradition of the va'a, an emblematic boat of French Polynesia.

Every year, hundreds of rowers, dressed in pareo and flower crowns, participate in spectacular races on the lagoon and high sea. Competitions include different categories of canoes, ranging from V1 (individual canoes), V3 et V6 French tauati (double canoes of 12 ou 16 rowers).

The edition 2025 will take place from 21 June au 28 June, with departures scheduled for Mataiea (Tehoro site) and Aorai Tini Hau Park. This event is a real celebration of Polynesian identity, attracting both passionate competitors them local culture lovers.

• • • Friday, July 4th at Aorai Tinihau Park
    • Saturday, July 5 at Aorai Tinihau Park
    • Friday, July 11 in Mataiea (8 a.m.)
    • Saturday, July 12 in Mataiea (8 a.m.)

    • Monday July 14: Super Tauati Memorial E. Maamaatuaiahutapu

The Tu'aro Ma'ohi

Le Tū'aro Mā'ohi is a set of traditional Polynesian sports, deeply rooted in Mā'ohi culture. These disciplines, inspired by ancestral practices, highlight the strength, theagility and address some participants.

Each year, Heiva Tū'aro Mā'ohi brings together athletes from all over French Polynesia and the Polynesian Triangle for spectacular competitions. Among the most iconic events are:

• • Le climb the coconut tree (Tauma hair),

  • Le stone lifting, where some raise up to 200 kg,

  • Le to throw the javelin, aiming to plant a javelin in a coconut perched at 9,50 meters high,

  • The fruit carrier races, where competitors carry impressive loads,

  • Le coconut shelling and traditional wrestling.

The edition 2025 will take place from 21 June to 14 July, with events organized at the Pointe Venus visit us at the Vairai Park and on thePouvanaa'a Avenue in OopaThis is a unique opportunity to discover and celebrate Polynesian traditions through sport!

• • • 21 June at Pointe Venus: Heiva Va'a Taie
    • 12 et July 13 at Vaira'i Park: traditional land events
    • July 14 Pouvana'a Avenue in Oopa: fruit carrier races

The Tuifara Festival at Marae 'Ārahurahu

Le Tuifara Festival is a cultural event that takes place at Marae 'Ārahurahuor a Stranded, 12 au July 26, 2025. He highlights the chants et traditional Polynesian dances, by offering a exceptional scene to the groups that participated in the Heiva i Tahiti.

Unlike the Heiva, the Tuifara Festival is not a competition, but a artistic celebration where troupes can replay their shows in a setting sacred and authentic. The experience is often described as magic, because the marae creates a single sign-on between artists and the public.

The performances will take place on three weekends The Saturdays 12, 19 et July 26 as well as Sundays 13 et July 20.

Each show will start at 16h, with a performance of pupu himene (traditional songs), followed by a group of 'ori tahiti (dance). Among the expected troupes, we find Hei Tahiti, Manohiva, Tamariki Poerani, Temaeva et Teva and Tai.

• • • Saturday, July 12: Hei Tahiti & Reo Papara
    • Sunday July 13: Manohiva & Tamari'i Tipaerui
    • Saturday July 19: Tamariki Poerani & Tamariki Rapa
    • Sunday, July 20: Teva i Tai and Tamari'i Mahina
    • Saturday, July 26: Temaeva and Tamari'i Mataiea

The 6th Nu'uroa Fest', the Heiva plays overtime on August 2nd from 13:30 p.m.

Le Nu'uroa Fest' is a cultural event that prolongs the magic of Heiva i Tahiti. It will be held on août 2 2025 samedi in the Gardens of Musée de Tahiti et des Îlesor a Sourced.

This festival offers a last scene to groups of 'ori tahiti who were not awarded at the Heiva i Tahiti. They replay their choreographies in plein air, in an enchanting natural setting, allowing the public to relive the intensity of Heiva in a more intimate and family atmosphere.

In addition to dance and singing performances, the Nu'uroa Fest' offers :

• • Personalized craft workshops and demonstrations of local know-how,

  • Personalized gourmet stands with traditional dishes like raw fish in coconut milk and ma'a Tahiti,

  • Personalized children's areas with traditional games and creative workshops.

The event is free and designed to bring together all generations. It highlights the artists et Polynesian artisans while making culture accessible to all. On the other hand, even if theentry is free, he is absolutely necessary to get tickets at the cultural center ticket office. They will be available from July 23.

Ultimately