A pōwhiri is a Māori welcoming ceremony involving speeches, cultural performance, singing and finally the hongi. It is used to both welcome guests onto a marae or during other ceremonies, such as during a dedication of a building. A pōwhiri may not be performed for every group of manuhiri (visitors); a mihi whakatau may be used instead. A pōwhiri is often used for special visitors or for tūpāpaku for a tangihanga (funeral). However, a pōwhiri are also often performed for tourist groups as part of special events.