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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 explore the opportunities, challenges and questions presented by artificial intelligence relevant for arts practitioners across multiple disciplines.
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…
News | 29 September 2026
Toi Auaha Studio Spaces Available!
Are you looking for an affordable creative workspace in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch? We have some good news…
Calendar of Events
16.10
2026
SCAPE Public Art walk | 25 years of Sculptures
1:30 PM – 3:00 pm
Get the stories behind the sculptures. Enjoy an easy stroll around central Christchurch with SCAPE Public Art as part of…
Tūranga, 60 Cathedral Square
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.