JANUARY

Le Truck A traditional public transportation outing by "le truck" around the island of Tahiti with stops for swimming, relaxing and discovering various tourist attractions along the way, as well as musical atmosphere and dance shows.  Upon arrival on the peninsula a Tahitian meal is offered to the happy travelers.  Also, the King and Queen of the Tere Fa'ati will be selected from amongst the group.

FIFO TAHITI 8th edition Date to be determined International Oceanian of Documentary Film Festival of Tahiti. Screenings, workshops, symposiums, meetings and digital encounters at the "Maison de la Culture". For more information, please contact "Te Fare Tauhiti Nui" Cultural Center at (689) 54.45.44 or email: info@fifotahiti.org www.fifotahiti.org

FEBRUARY

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.

Moorea Marathon, 23rd Edition Date to be confirmed International Marathon held in Temae on the island of Moorea, with over 600 participants.  For more information, please contact "Te Moorea Club Association" at +689-56 25 79 or email: info@mooreaevents.org www.mooreaevents.org

Craftmans' Exhibition of Taiarapu West Date to be determined Handicraft exhitibion of the "Tiare Taina Uumu" Association at the Assembly of French Polynesia's Exhibition Hall in Taraho'i, Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact the Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts at +689-54-54-00 or email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

Chinese New Year Date to be determined The Chinese community of Tahiti celebrates the beginning of the Year of the Metal Hare at the Chinese Temple in Papeete.  For more information, please contact: sinitong@mail.pf Tel: (689) 42 74 18

Classical Concert of the French Polynesia Music and Art School  Date to be determined First main  classical concert of the year with the great orchestra of the Academy under the direction of the Maestro Frederic Rossoni. This orchestra of 60 musicians (scholars and professors) will play a classic of Georges Gerschwin "An American in Paris". For more information, please contact French Polynesia Music and Art School "Te Fare Upa Rau" at +689-50-14-14 or email: conserv.artist@mail.pf

5th Tahiti Guitar Festival Date to be determined Encounter of all guitar fans and professionals at the Hotel Le Meridien in Punaauia. For more information, please contact "Collectif Tahiti Rock" at +689-73 50 55 or email: collectiftahitirock@gmail.com

Billabong Pro Jr (1st round) Date to be determined To be held in Papeno'o, Tahiti. For more information, please contact Tahitian Surf Federation at +689-43-86-93 or email: fedesurf@live.fr / www.surf.pf

Annual Polynesian Art Jewelry Exhitition Date to be determined Exhibition and sale of Polynesian art jewelry, at the Assembly of French Polynesia's Exhibition Hall in Taraho'i, Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact "Department of Traditional Arts & Crafts": Tel: +689-54-54-00 Email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

MARCH

Missionaries Day March 5, 2012 A commemorative celebration of the 215th anniversary arrival in Tahiti of the first English Protestant missionaries on March 5, 1797. For more information, please contact "Maohi Protestant Church" at +689-46-06-00

4th Annual Te Rara'a Basket-Making Exhibition Date to be determined Exhibition and sale of handicrafts such as baskets, hats, mats, fans... organized by the "Te Rara'a" Association at the Assembly of French Polynesia's Exhibition Hall in Taraho'i, Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts at +689-54-54-00 or email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

APRIL

3rd Aru'i Horo  Date to be confirmed to be held on Moorea, evening foot races on the field of Opunohu with 10km for the professional and 5km for the amateurs.  Headlamp required. For more information, please contact "Te Moorea Club Association" at (689) 56 25 79 or email: info@mooreaevents.org www.mooreaevents.org

TNS Rangiroa Pro Junior Apr. 2 to Apr. 6,2011 A professional surfing competition in the Avatoru channel in Rangiroa, in the Tuamotu Archipelago. Contact: Christophe HOLOZET (689) 77.74.25 christophe.holozet@opt.pf

3rd Vanira Raid  Date to be determined A 15-km foot race on Taha'a (Leeward Islands).  Departure from Haamene, arrival at Pahure stadium with musical entertainment, fruit tasting and several stands of handicraft, catering and vanilla products. Contact: AS Taha'a Vanira - Jack Bennett - Tel: (689) 78 23 41 or email: bennett.jack@mail.pf

"Ori Tahiti" tahitian Dance Training Course Date to be determined Organized specially for visitors and "ori" Tahiti enthusiasts highlighting the art of Tahitian dance.  For more information, please contact: French Polynesia Music and Art School "Te Fare Upa Rau" at +689-50-14-14 or email: conserv.artist@mail.pf

Tahiti Traditional Sports Championship Date to be determined Traditional sports to be held at the Mahana Park in Punaauia or at the Intercontinental Tahiti Resort in Faaa including javelin throwing, stone lifting, coconut tree climbing,... For more information, please contact: Traditional Sports and Games Federation at +689-50-31-11 or email: enoch@mail.pf

Tifaifai Exhibition Date to be determined Traditional Tahitian Quilt Exhibition at the City Hall in Papeete.   For more information, please contact "Dept. of Traditional Arts and Crafts" at (689) 54 54 00 or email:  Lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

MAY

Tahiti Nui Va'a, 9th edition Date to be determined Tahiti Nui Va'a is organized under the sponsorship of AS EDT Va'a and in partnership with the Tahitian Va'a Federation.  During this race of six-man crews -called va'a ono- the participants compete over a distance of 166 km (104 miles) which is the complete tour around Tahiti. This year, emphasis has been especially placed to attract athletes from all over the world, among which our close neighbors from Hawaii and New Zealand, anxious to challenge the Tahitian athletes who have been leading this sport in the past ten years. For more information, please visit: www.tahitinuivaa.com

8th Taps Junior May 7-8, 2011 Two days of juniors surfing competition (ages 16-18) at the Taapuna coral reef pass in Punaauia. Tahiti. For more information, please contact "Taapuna Surf Club" at (689) 78.60.87 or email: taapunamastertahiti@mail.pf www.taapunasurf.pf

17th Taapuna Master Surfing  Date to be determined (tentative dates in Waiting Period according to the weather conditions) Surf competitions for amateurs over 4 days, at the Taapuna coral reef pass in Punaauia, Tahiti. For more information, please contact "Taapuna Surf Club" at (689) 78.60.87 or email: taapunamastertahiti@mail.pf / www.taapunasurf.pf

Stand-up Paddle World Tour - Sapinus Pro Date to be determined A World Championship Tour in Tahiti that showcases the very best athletes in the world, to be held in Punaauia, Tahiti. For more information, please contact Tristan Boxford (Hawaii) at (808) 269-4515 or email: Tristan.boxford@watermanleague.com www.Standupworldtour.com

11th Annual Exhibition of Raromata'i Date to be determined Handicraft exhibition in the island of Raiatea. For more information, please contact: Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts at +689-54-54-00  email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

JUNE

5th Ukulele Festival Date to be determined This musical contest in Tahiti's Commune of Hitia'a, on the East Coast, is open to all musicians of all levels. For more information, please contact "Hitia'a o te Ra Townhall" at +689-52-10-11 or email: mairie.hitiaa@commune-hitiaaotera.pf

Heiva I Bora Bora June 24 to July 31, 2011 The annual singing, dance and traditional sports competition as well as crafts demonstrations, to be held at Moto'i Place in Vaitape, Bora Bora. For more information, please contact "Bora Bora Tourism Committee" at +689-67-76-36 or email: info-bora-bora@mail.pf

Dance Schools Heiva Date to be determined All the traditional dance schools of Tahiti, Moorea and other French Polynesian islands come together  to produce their yearly show and featuring their expertise in traditional art. To be held at the To'ata Square in Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact "Heiva Nui" at +689-50-31-00 or email: contact@heivanui.pf / www.heivanui.com

129th Heiva i Tahiti June 4 to July 17, 2011 Heiva i Tahiti 2011, from June 4 to July 17, 2011, is the largest annual cultural festival in Tahiti taking place at beautiful To'ata Square, Tahiti.   This includes: - Opening ceremony of the Heiva i Tahiti 2011: June 4 - the Dance Schools Heiva: June 7 to 11 - Orero contest of the primary schools at To'ata: June 17 - Music and art school of Tahiti & Her Islands at To'ata: June 18 - Miss Tahiti 2011 pageant: June 24 - Heiva Va'a i Tahiti: July 1, 2, 7, 14 - Heiva i Tahiti Dances and songs contests: July 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 15, 16 - Heiva tu'aro maohi or traditional sports: July 13, 14, 15 16, 17 - Heiva i Tahiti Awards Ceremony for dances and songs: July 21 - Heiva i Tahiti Winners: July 22  For more information, please contact "Heiva Nui" at +689-50-31-00 or email: com@heivanui.pf / www.heivanui.com

Billabong Pro Jr (2nd round) Date to be determined Event held inTaharu'u, Papara, Tahiti. For more information, please contact: Tahitian Surf Federation at +689-43-86-93 or email: fedesurf@live.fr

Tahiti Pearl Regatta, 8th edition Date to be determined International regatta between the islands of Raiatea,Tahaa & Bora Bora.  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 or contact "Raiatea Regatta at +689-79-54-44 or email: tpr@mail.pf

Tahiti Toa Va'a June 11, 2011 A race of 6-paddler outrigger canoes over a course including the towns located between Tautira and Papeete in Tahiti.  The race starts in the morning on the beach of Tautira, a 62-km course along the east coast, and finishes in the Papeete channel at the end of the day. For more information, please contact "Charles Maitere" at +689-73-16-99 or email: cmaitere@cps.pf / www.tahiti-toavaa.com

Heiva Rima'i, 24th edition June 17-July 17, 2011 A big handicraft Exhibition by all the local artists in French Polynesia, to be held at the Aora'i Tinihau Hall in Pirae, Tahiti. For more information, please contact "Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts" at +689-54-54-00 or email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

Half Ironman Date to be determined Two kilometers swimming, 96km bike and 20km running at Raiatea. For more information, please contact "Carlos Shmitd" at +689-60-24-85 or email: cs69@mail.pf

Tahiti Traditional Sports Championship June 18, 2011 Traditional sports held in the gardens of the Tahiti and Her Islands Museum -Te Fare Manaha- in Punaauia, including javelin throwing, stone lifting, coconut-tree climbing,... For more information, please contact: Traditional Sports and Games Federation at +689-50-31-11 or email: enoch@mail.pf

Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendez-vous, 6th edition June 24-26, 2011 Interactive event between tourists, sailors and locals.  The 3 days of festivities begin at Papeete Harbor's Yacht Dock with a sail to Moorea, then followed by a variety of local competitions on Tahiti's sister island, such as outrigger canoe races, javelin-throwing and fruit-carriers' races, stone lifting, coconut shredding contest, etc...   For more information, please contact "Stephanie Betz" at +689-28-08-44 or email: archipelagoes@mail.pf www.portdepapeete.pf

JULY

Heiva Va'a i Tahiti July 1, 2,, 7, 14, 2011 Great outrigger canoe racing in Papeete Harbor and its channel between Tahiti and Moorea, featuring nearly 1,500 men and women paddlers, all dressed in traditional pareus and flower head crowns.  These top athletes will compete in the junior, senior and veteran categories in 1-paddler, 6-paddler and 16-paddler canoes. For more information, please contact "Heiva Nui" at +689-50-31-00 or email: contact@heivanui.pf / www.heivanui.com

Heiva Tu'aro Ma'ohi  July 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17, 2011 Traditional sports' competition including javelin throwing, stone lifting, coconut tree climbing, canoe races, etc...will be held at the Paofa'i Gardens, Place To'ata in Papeete, at the Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands, at Te Fare Manaha in Punaauia, and in Vaitupa-Faa'a. For more information, please contact "Traditional Sports and Games Federation" at +689-50-31-11 or email enoch@mail.pf

Tiurai i Papeete July 3 to Aug. 3, 2011 As part of the "Heiva i Tahiti" festivities, the City Hall of Papeete has set up various promotions of cultural activities such as handicraft exhibition stands, dance shows, traditional sports and games, musical entertainments, etc... For more information, please contact: Dept. of Traditional Arts and Crafts at +689-54-54-00 or email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

Te Aito Va'a July 14-16, 2011 Individual outrigger canoe race over approximately 10km. The top 100 qualified rowers will compete in the "Super Aito Va'a".  For more information, please contact "Charles Maitere" at +689-73-16-99 or email: cmaitere@cps.pf www.superaito-tahiti.com

Mahana Pae July 15, 2011 Festive gathering in downtown Papeete, Tahiti, on the theme "History of the Heiva", organized by the city of Papeete, the Tourism Office and the Culture and Heritage Government Department.  Various animations will be available during the day which will end with a traditional dance show performed at Place Vaiete (detailed program available at the Tourism Office, Papeete Town Hall, hotels, etc...). For more information, please contact GIE Tahiti Tourisme at +689-50-57-12 or email Info@tahiti-tourisme.pf www.tahiti-tourisme.pf

Mahana Pae July 29, 2011 Festive gathering in downtown Papeete, Tahiti, on the theme "Ahu 'ori" (Dance Costumes), organized by the city of Papeete, the Tourism Office and the Culture and Heritage Government Department. Various animations will be available during the day which will end with a traditional dance show performed at Place Vaiete (detailed program available at the Tourism Office, Papeete Town Hall, hotels, etc...). For more information, please contact GIE Tahiti Tourisme at +689-50-57-12 or email Info@tahiti-tourisme.pf  www.tahiti-tourisme.pf

2nd Handicraft Exhibition of Papaoa Federation July 30 to Aug. 7, 2011 Handicraft exhibition in the Assembly of French Polynesia's Exhibition Hall in Taraho'i, Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact: French Polynesia Assembly at +689-41-61-00 or email: communication@assemblee.pf

AUGUST

Te Vai Ari'i Marathon: The Super Aito Va'a August 5-6, 2011 Three-day individual outrigger canoe races featuring the top hundred rowers qualified from the  "Te Aito Va'a" race, over distances of 5, 10, 15, 20 km.  For more information, please contact "Charles Maitere" at +689-73-16-99 or email: cmaitere@cps.pf www.superaito-tahiti.com

Mahana Pae Aug. 12, 2011 Festive gathering in downtown Papeete, Tahiti, on the theme "Tatau" (Tattoo), organized by the city of Papeete, the Tourism Office and the Culture and Heritage Government Department.  Various animations will be available during the day which will end with a traditional dance show performed at Place Vaiete (detailed program available at the Tourism Office, Papeete Town Hall, hotels, etc...). For more information, please contact GIE Tahiti Tourisme at +689-50-57-12 or email Info@tahiti-tourisme.pf www.tahiti-tourisme.pf

Air Tahiti Nui / Von Zipper Trials Aug. 14-17, 2011 Qualifying surf competition in Teahupoo, Tahiti, prior to the famous Billabong Pro which brings together foreign and local surf pros.  For more information, please contact "Tahitian Surf Federation" at +689-43-86-93 or email: fedesurf@live.fr / www.surf.pf

BillabongTahiti Pro Surfing Tournament Aug. 20-31, 2011 International competition amongst the world's best surfers on Teahupoo's mythical waves of Tahiti's peninsula. www.billabongpro.com

Mahana Pae Aug. 26, 2011 Festive gathering in downtown Papeete, Tahiti, on the theme "Nana'o" (Sculpture), organized by the city of Papeete, the Tourism Office and the Culture and Heritage Government Department.  Various animations will be available during the day which will end with a traditional dance show performed at Place Vaiete (detailed program available at the Tourism Office, Papeete Town Hall, hotels, etc...). For more information, please contact GIE Tahiti Tourisme at +689-50-57-12 or email Info@tahiti-tourisme.pf www.tahiti-tourisme.pf

SEPTEMBER

Raid Papenoo, 10th Edition Sep. 24, 2011 A mountain race of teams of 3 persons each in Moorea, 20km for experienced runners and 8km for amateurs. For more information, please contact "Te Moorea Club Association" at +689-56-25-79 or email info@mooreaevents.org www.mooreaevents.org

2nd Raromata'i Handicraft Exhibition Sep. 21 to Oct. 5, 2011 2nd "Raromata'i" Handicraft Exhibition organized by the "Te Tai Manu no Bora Bora" Federation, will take place in the Assembly of French Polynesia's Exhibition Hall in Taraho'i, Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact: Dept of Traditional Arts and Crafts at +689-54-54-00 or email lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

Raiatea International Billfish Tournament - RIBT Sep. 26-30, 2011 8th International deep-sea fishing competition in Raiatea. For more information, please contact Dominique Goche at (689) 60.23.23 or email: raiateabillfish@mail.pf

World Tourism Day September 27, 2011 Each year, GIE Tahiti Tourisme traditionally organises this project with a theme proposed by OMT (Organisation Mondiale du Tourisme). For more information, please contact "GIE Tahiti Tourisme" at +689-50-57-12 or email: info@tahiti-tourisme.pf www.tahiti-tourisme.pf

Mahana Pae Sep. 30, 2011 Festive gathering in downtown Papeete, Tahiti, on the theme "Tapa" (Traditional fabric), organized by the city of Papeete, the Tourism Office and the Culture and Heritage Government Department.  Various animations will be available during the day which will end with a traditional dance show performed at Place Vaiete (detailed program available at the Tourism Office, Papeete Town Hall, hotels, etc...). For more information, please contact GIE Tahiti Tourisme at +689-50-57-12 or email Info@tahiti-tourisme.pf www.tahiti-tourisme.pf

OCTOBER

1st Shell Exhibition Oct. 7-13, 2011 Exhibition and sale of handicraft creations made of shells mainly.  Event to be held in Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact Dept. of Traditional Arts and Crafts: Tel: +689-54-54-00 Email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

Rima Ve'a Ve'a Handicraft Federation  Oct. 21 to Nov. 6, 2011 Event to be held in the City Hall of Faa'a. For more information, please contact Dept of Traditional Arts and Crafts: Tel: +689-54-54-00 Email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

Mirrors and Lights Fair Oct. 24-30, 2011 Event to be held in the City Hall of Papeete. For more information, please contact Dept of Traditional Arts and Crafts: Tel: +689-54-54-00 Email: lydia.laugeon-duchek@artisanat.gov.pf

2nd Handicraft Exhibition of Rima Ve'a Ve'a Federation Oct. 9-23, 2011 2nd Handicraft Exhibition of "Faa'a i te Rima Ve'a Ve'a" Federation to be held in the Assembly of French Polynesia's Exhibition Hall in Taraho'i, Papeete, Tahiti. For more information, please contact French Polynesia Assembly: Tel: +689-41-61-00 Email: communication@assemblee.pf

28th Tahiti International Golf Open Oct. 10-14, 2011 The Olivier Breaud International Golf Course in Atimaono, Papara, about 50km from Papeete, Tahiti, hosts the annual Tahiti International Golf Open, a stop on the Pacific Tour organized by the Australian PGA and supported by the Polynesian Golf Federation. For more information, please contact "Temauri Foster" at +689-77-72-33 or email: temauri.foster@mail.pf