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Drawing Practice: Miles Warren Watercolours 1949–2007 at Objectspace
Drawing Practice, an upcoming exhibition at Objectspace, brings together a sample of paintings from across nearly 60 years, illustrating Sir Miles Warren’s life, formidable understanding of building form and profound appreciation of architectural detail.
News, Workshops | 13 October 2026
AI and the Arts – A Toi Ōtautahi Symposium
AI and the Arts is a free half-day Toi Ōtautahi symposium that brings together artists, researchers and industry experts to…
Performance | 14 October 2026
Christchurch City Choir Presents: Handel’s Messiah
A timeless Christmas tradition! From the delicate solo passages to the glorious, hall-filling triumph of the Hallelujah chorus, it remains…
Creativity Belongs Here! How to Make a Difference this Election
The General Election is coming up on Saturday 7 November 2026. Elections are a time for our communities to talk…
Exhibition | 13 October 2026
Ōtautahi Creative Spaces Presents: Te Ūranga
26 artists from the Ōtautahi Creative Space community will be exhibiting in Te Ūranga – a collective show at Eastside Gallery
Collar – Bespoke Collars in a Stunning Exhibition
An exhibition of bespoke collars by 60 select makers’ hands from across Aotearoa.
News | 20 September 2026
The Creative Mix – Arts Networking Drinks
Looking to meet others working in the creative sector? Join us for The Creative Mix. Hosted by Toi Ōtautahi, this…
Calendar of Events
16.10 – 30.10
2026
LA FAMILIAR – Shiloh Sagapolu
6:00 PM
La Familiar is an exhibition about the visceral culture of sound in Aotearoa and the social experiences that form around…
Fibre Gallery
21.10
2026
The Creative Mix – Arts Networking Gathering
5:00 PM – 6:30 pm
Share a drink, kai and kōrero with your creative peers at this free networking event for the city’s creatives
Toi Auaha
23.10
2026
WHAIAO presents: Older Adults/Pakeke – Storytelling Workshop
11:00 AM – 1:00 pm
Join Kim Te Pairi Garrett (Tuhoe) and Lizzie Tollemache (Scottish and Swiss heritage) the creators of ‘Folk Tales’ for an…
Fendalton Library
14.11
2026
AI and the Arts – A Toi Ōtautahi Symposium
1:30 PM – 4:30 pm
AI and the Arts is a free half-day Toi Ōtautahi symposium that brings together artists, researchers and industry experts to…
Tūranga, TSB Space
Opportunities
Opportunities & Proposals | 8 October 2026
Call for Work: Collected Light at Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis is doing it again: after the success of “Open” in Feb/Mar 2026, there is another open call for work… don’t miss out!
Opportunities & Proposals | 5 October 2026
The Court Theatre is Seeking Expressions of Interest from Playwrights, Directors, Independent Producers, and Artists for a Range of Opportunities in 2027 and 2028.
The Court Theatre is seeking expressions of interest from playwrights, directors, independent producers, and artists for a range of opportunities…
Hagley Theatre School Auditions for 2027
The One-Year Acting Training Course is a year-long journey into the art of acting, open to anyone with a passion…
Jobs, Opportunities & Proposals | 13 September 2026
Theatre & Events Coordinator – The Kind Foundation
The Black Box Theatre at Papa Hou is seeking a Theatre & Events Coordinator
Opportunities & Proposals | 13 September 2026
Open Studios Artist Residency 2026–2027 – The Arts Village Rotorua
The Arts Village Rotorua is looking for innovative artists with exciting project ideas to join our shared studio residency at…
Opportunities & Proposals | 1 September 2026
Grace Butler Memorial Foundation Award Open
Grace Butler Memorial Foundation Award at Ara for 2027 now calling for expressions of interest.
Call for Proposals: Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden
We are interested in concepts for three-dimensional sculpture in all media suitable for outdoor exhibition; and participatory, socially-engaged or performance…
Education and Courses
Education & Courses | 14 October 2026
Art as Therapy at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū.
During Art as Therapy sessions, participants explore exhibitions at Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū through slow looking and guided prompts from facilitators, spending time with artworks and discovering their own personal connections and interpretations.
Cup Workshop with Jane McCulla Ceramics
Come make a pottery cup with Jane McCulla at Stoddart Cottage!
Courses and Classes | 5 October 2026
Wide Horizons: Make Art Like Georgia O’Keeffe & Rita Angus
Discover the work of pioneering artists Georgia O’Keeffe and Rita Angus—two strong, independent women who pursued distinctive artistic visions and…
Courses and Classes | 15 September 2026Featured
Accessible and Inclusive Circus Classes at Move
Accessible Circus for all! Circability’s accessible classes at Move welcome all abilities. Expect, creative movement, fun and plenty of joy!…
Education & Courses | 15 September 2026
Art Accessible Course – Term 4
Get creative in the studio and explore different media to create a range of artistic works.
Courses and Classes | 21 July 2026
Mature Movement for 55+ with Fleur de Thier
Turn up and jump in at anytime – this inspiring class is designed to celebrate the maturing body.