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Chinese New Year
The Chinese community of Tahiti celebrates the New Year on the date given by the Chinese horoscope for that particular year. The program and festivities begin with an official opening ceremony at the Town Hall of Papeete. This is followed by a Grand Ball. A cultural day is also organized to discover the magic of Chinese folk culture; song, dance, martial arts and culinary arts.
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January |
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FIFO TAHITI 6th edition
January 27 - February 1, 2009
International Oceanian Documentary Film Festival of Tahiti.
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January |
Tahiti |
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18th Hawaiki Nui Va'a
Date to be confirmed
In the Leeward Islands. Va'a (canoe racing) is one of the traditional sport of Tahiti. Over 100 canoes will race between the islands of Huahine, Raiatea, Taha'a and Bora Bora. The finishing line will be at the Matira Point in Bora Bora. For more information, please click on the website below or email ftvaa@ifrance.com.
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October |
All islands |
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Rotui's Tour 7th Edition
Oct. 26
A 15 km marathon around the Rotui's Mountain on Moorea. Available to all athletes (beginners to professionals).
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October |
Moorea |
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Tattoonesia
Date to be confirmed
An event in Tahiti where Polynesian and foreign tattoo artists comes together and share with each other and visitors their designs, techniques and materials used in this ancestral art form.
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November |
Tahiti |
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2nd Trail Rotui
November 21, 2009
15km discovery foot race through the Paopao and Opunohu valleys.
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November |
Moorea |
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Festival Tuaro Maohi
Nov. 22-23
The program of the day includes javelin throwing, stone lifting and coconut tree climbing. The event will be held at the "Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands".
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November |
Tahiti |
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Tiare Festival
Date to be confirmed
Annual contest of floral decoration with the Tahiti national flower "Tiare", at businesses and public places in Papeete.
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December |
Tahiti |
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Christmas and New Year's Eve (St Sylvester) Celebrations
Hotels and restaurants offer special menus and entertainment both days. Merry Christmas!
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December |
All islands |
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Rotui Green Triathlon, 6th Edition
Dec. 30
Sporting event of 3 disciplines (400m or 800m Swimming, 8km or 20km Biking and 4km or 6km Running) in Moorea.
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December |
Moorea |
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New Year's Day
December 30th to January 1st
All of French Polynesia celebrates the New Year. The long-standing tradition is to spend New Year's Day driving around the islands visiting friends and relatives. Children's games are held in town on most islands.
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December |
All islands |
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Marquesas Islands Art Objects Mini-Festival Matavaa Iti A Te Tama Enata No Fatu Hiva
December 26 to December 28, 2009
Marquesas Islands Art Objects Mini-Festival in Fatu Hiva.
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December |
Marquesas |
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Moorea Tere Fa'ati
February 15, 2009
Excursion around the island of Moorea in a festive atmosphere that includes the sounds of the ukulele.
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February |
Moorea |
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Tahiti & Her Islands Tourism Fair Tere Ai'a 2nd Edition
February 5 to February 8, 2009
To be held at the To'ata Square in Papeete.
The objective of this tradeshow is to promote and develop the tourism industry within each and every one of the five archipelagos. The participating exhibitors will present their products and special offers from various tourism sectors.
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February |
Tahiti |
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Valentine's Day
Tahiti is known as the "Island of Love," so what better place to celebrate Valentine's Day? This world-famous holiday is celebrated with relish throughout Tahiti and Her Islands. Visitors will find entertainment in the streets of Papeete and throughout Tahiti.
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February |
All islands |
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Moorea Marathon
February 7, 2009
21st International Marathon held on the island of Moorea, with over 600 participants.
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February |
Moorea |
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Raiatea International Billfish Tournament
TBD
7th International deep-sea fishing competition in Raiatea. The rules for this tournament are based on IGFA rules, which help protect deep-sea marine life. The winners of this competition will be rewarded with trophies and cash prizes.
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February |
Raiatea/Tahaa |
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"Ori Tahiti Master Course" Tahitian Dance Academy
March 30 - April 4, 2009
The 1st Tahitian Dance Academy "Ori Tahiti Master Course" is organized by the "Conservatoire artistique de la Polynésie-Française", controlled by the Ministry of Culture of French Polynesia .
Their goal is to pass on the art of the Tahitian traditional dance, which is an integral part of the Tahitian culture while introduce their culture to the future generations as well as all the amateurs willing to learn about the Tahitian spirit. At the end of the course, you will receive a certificate indicating your participation and your acquired dance level.
The Tahitian dancing "Master Course" will allow beginners and experienced participants to increase their dance level at every stage of the course. You will not only be initiated to the "Ori Tahiti", you will also learn the meaning of the Polynesian songs as well as the different rhythms created with the Polynesian instruments.
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March |
Tahiti |
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Missionaries Day
March 5
A commemorative celebration of the 212th anniversary arrival in Tahiti of the first English Protestant missionaries on March 5, 1797.
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March |
All islands |
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Tama Hiti Rau
March 25 to March 28, 2009
Traditional Dance Performances at the beginning of the Heiva Festival by several dancing schools at Place Vaiete in Papeete.
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March |
Tahiti |
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Tifaifai Exhibition
Date to be confirmed
Traditional Tahitian Quilt Exhibition at the City Hall in Papeete.
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April |
Tahiti |
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3rd International Triathlon Tahiti Nui
April 18, 2009
Two races to choose from:
- Sprint distance: 750m swimming, 20km cycling and 5km running.
- Olympic distance: 1.5km swimming, 40km cycling and 10km running.
Races begin at Mareto beach next to Opunohu Bay.
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April |
Moorea |
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Salon du Tourisme de Tahiti et Ses Iles
April 17-April 19
For the first time, GIE Tahiti Tourisme introduces this event to create tourism awereness for the 5 archipelagoes amongst the local residents, industry professionals and visitors. The exhibitors will be representing Tourism companies and entities. The event will be held at Toa'ta Place on the waterfront. For more information, please contact salondutourisme@tahiti-tourisme.pf
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April |
Tahiti |
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Marathon Tahiti
April 4, 2009
A special entertainment day during which the public is invited to participate in a continuous marathon dancing of the Tahiti "Tamure" or "Ori Tahiti", at Place To'ata in Papete.
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April |
Tahiti |
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Tahiti Pearl Regatta, 5th edition
May 6 to May 10, 2009
International regatta in the Leeward Islands - Raiatea, Huahine and Taha'a. This is a 3-stage, 3-day race. At the finish of each stage, the winners received their trophy for the various categories and at the end of each day all participants enjoy a dinner with traditional Tahitian entertainment. For more information, please visit www.tahitipearlregatta.org.pf
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May |
All islands |
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Raid Moorea, 6th edition
May 23, 2009
Team or Individual races held on Moorea in 3 trials: Kayak (5km), mountain bike (25km) and mountain running (12km).
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May |
Moorea |
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Championnat de Tahiti
May 31st
Traditional fruit-carrying race at Vaiete Place - Papeete. For more information, please contact enoch@mail.pf
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May |
Tahiti |
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Individual and Team Canoe Races
There are many canoe races throughout the month of May.
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May |
All islands |
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Billabong Tahiti Pro Surfing Tournament
May 9 to May 21, 2009
International competition amongst the world's best surfers at Teahupoo.
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May |
Tahiti |
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The Land of Men Marathon
Early May
A one-of-a-kind marathon on the island of Ua Pou, Marquesas.
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May |
Marquesas |
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Arii Mata Tini Race
TBD
Outrigger canoe race for single paddlers at Rangiroa.
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May |
Rangiroa |
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Air Tahiti Nui Von Zipper Surfing Trials
May 1 to May 6, 2009
Qualifying surf competition in Teahupoo prior to the famous Billabong Pro Surfing.
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May |
Tahiti |
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Kaina Bus
April 1 to April 30
All of French Polynesia celebrates the New Year. The long-standing tradition is to spend New Year's Day driving around the islands visiting friends and relatives. Children's games are held in town on most islands.
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May |
Moorea |
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Heiva Nui of the Artisans
Mid-June to Mid-July
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June |
Tahiti |
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Heemoana Race, 7th edition
Mid-June
Outrigger canoe race between the Hava'e coral reef pass off Teahupoo at Tahiti peninsula and the Taapuna pass off Punaauia on Tahiti's west coast, with the participation of local athletes and other Pacific countries.
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June |
Tahiti |
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4th Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendez-vous
June 19 to June 21, 2009
Interactive event between tourists, sailors and locals. A day of sailing starting from Papeete Harbor's Yacht Dock to Moorea, then followed by a variety of local competitions such as outrigger canoe races, javelin-throwing and fruit-carriers' races.
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June |
Moorea |
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Heiva I Tahiti
June 24 to July 25, 2009
The largest annual cultural festival in Tahiti taking place at beautiful To'ata Square in Papeete. In addition to the dance and singing competitions, there are sporting events, cultural demonstrations, cuisine and artisans.
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June |
Tahiti |
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Raid Kaoha in Mountain Peaks
Mid June
Nature and discovery raid competition on the island of Ua Pou.
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June |
Marquesas |
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Heiva Rima'i Artisans Festival
TBD
A big Handicraft Exhibition by all the local artists in French Polynesia.
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July |
Tahiti |
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Te Aito Va'a
TBD
One day outrigger canoe race (approx. 10km) for individual paddlers. The top 100 paddlers qualify for the "Super Aito" race.
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July |
Tahiti |
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"Te Aito Va'a"
July 10-July 12
Three-day individual outrigger canoe race. The top 100 qualified rowers will compete in the "Super Aito Va'a". For more information, please contact: ftvaa@ifrance.com
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July |
Tahiti |
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"Heiva Tuaro Maohi 2008"
July 11-July 14
Traditional sports' competition including javelin throwing, stone lifting, coconut tree climbing and canoe racing at the "Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands", from noon to 4pm. For more information, please contact: enoch@mail.pf
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July |
Tahiti |
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Te Vai Ari'i Marathon: The Super Aito Va'a
TBD
Three-day individual outrigger canoe race featuring the top hundred rowers qualified from the "Te Aito Va'a" race, over distances of 5, 10, 15, 20 km.
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August |
Tahiti |
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7th Taapuna Pro/AM Surfing
Sep. 26 to October 4, 2009
A surf competition in Taapuna coral reef pass (west coast of Papeete). Amateur and professional surfers and body-boarders participate.
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September |
Tahiti |
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6th Taps Junior
September 5 to September 6, 2009
Two days of open surfing competition at the Taapuna coral reef pass in Punaauia for juniors ages 16-18.
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September |
Tahiti |
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Tahiti International Golf Open
September 18 to September 21, 2009
International event at the 18-hole Olivier Breaud golf course located at Atimaono in Mataiea, Tahiti.
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September |
Tahiti |
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15th Taapuna Master Surfing
September 10 to September 27, 2009
Surf competition for amateurs in Punaauia (west coast of Papeete).
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September |
Tahiti |
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Raid Painapo 8th Edition
Sept 19, 2009
A mountain race of teams of 3 persons each in Moorea . This event is dedicated to environmental preservation.
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September |
Moorea |
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World Tourism Day
September 27, 2009
Each year, GIE Tahiti Tourisme traditionally organises this project with a theme proposed by OMT (Organisation Mondiale du Tourisme).
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September |
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