Taheke Marae near Rotoiti will hold its first poukai on Saturday, a gathering which is of double significance for Ngati Pikiao.
The newest event on the Kingitanga calendar marks the coronation day of the late Maori Queen, Dame Te Ata i Rangikaahu.
Kaumatua Te Poroa Malcolm says it also celebrates the links between Ngati Pikiao and the kaahui ariki or the royal family.
Waatea News reports the Maori kingships' male lineage comes from the marriage between Pikiao and Waikato tupuna Rereao, whose son was Hekemaru.
It will be the first visit of King Tuheitia to the marae.
