A community guide to creative events in the Waikato region
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Join us 6:30pm Wednesday 18th June for our very Special Q&A session with the talent behind the film.
18 JunHamilton
Celebrate the Maaori New Year at Te Whare Taonga O Waikato Museum & Gallery!
Jun 20 – 21Hamilton
Come jam with us for ‘La Fête de la Musique’. We all play together.
22 JunHamilton
A Flash Fiction event presented by Tracey Slaughter. A showcase of local voices to celebrate National Flash Fiction Day.
For this special night each month, we’ll be open until 9pm with a cash bar.
25 Jun
Ever wanted to paint your pet?! Join our Realistic Pet Portraits in Watercolour Workshop; a 4 hour workshop with a 30 minute lunch break.
28 JunHamilton
Hamilton Civic Choir presents FOLLOW THE STAR, Sat 28th June 7 PM, with acclaimed guest choir from the Young Women’s Choral Projects of San Francisco
Apply for your share of $1 million with Good in the Hood!
29 Jun
Applications extended until 30th June 2025
30 JunDunedin
Morrinsville Gallery is celebrating our incredible volunteers with a captivating exhibition by artist Adrian Cook.
27 May – 22 JunMorrinsville
Eden in the Waikato brings to life the enchanting beauty of the Waikato landscape
27 May – 27 JunMorrinsville
A community-wide event that brings everyone together to celebrate this special holiday and our creative expressions!
18 Jun – 13 JulMorrinsville
Hamiltonians are invited to enjoy a month-long celebration of Matariki with free events taking place across the city and wider Waikato region.
13 Jun – 13 JulHamilton
Learn about and play taonga puuoro with dedicated practitioner Koroheke Robb.
30 Jun – 4 JulHamilton
An exhibition showcasing the winning entries from the Fleeting Moments Photography Competition
6 Jun – 18 JulHamilton
Check out our new Tuesday AFTERNOON art class for adults!
6 May – 24 JunHamilton
Tuesday Midday Art class for 10-12 years!
Calling all creative kids! Have you seen our Tuesday afternoon art class?
Improve your printmaking skills in this Exciting Etching Wednesday class! Experience Intaglio, Mono and Relief printmaking.
7 May – 25 JunHamilton
Calling all creative teens! ⭐ Have you seen our Tuesday Midday Art Class? This class for 13 – 18 year old’s runs Tuesday afternoon, 1:30pm to 3pm.
6 May – 25 JunHamilton
Looking for a space to nurture your creativity and connect with like-minded women?
2 May – 27 JunHamilton
Our Monthly Comedy showcase for July Ticket presale $15+b/f or $20 on the door.
2 JulHamilton
Learn to sculpt with polymer clay and create cool and unique characters these July school holidays!
Jul 1 – 4Hamilton
ATTENTION CREATIVE KIDS! Our July school holiday programme is now live!
Jul 1 – 11Hamilton
Create a puppet and explore storytelling with Ifat Vanyer from AIO Puppets.
Jul 8 – 10Hamilton
No art experience needed—just an open mind and a willingness to connect with yourself and others through art.
30 Apr – 18 JunHamilton
A fun, supportive space for children to explore emotions, build confidence, and express themselves through art.
This is a beginners drama class for seniors who are 60+ years. Who would like to try something new.
Get ready to celebrate Bastille Day in style at SkyCity Hamilton! Join us for a night filled with French flair and festivities
11 JulHamilton
Start learning raranga skills – join our rōpū raranga.
12 JulHamilton
Celebrating the creativity from the neighbourhoods of Fairfield and Hamilton South.
21 Jun – 3 AugHamilton
Always wanted to paint but not sure where to begin? Or perhaps you’re ready to refine your skills?
28 Apr – 23 JunHamilton
Get creative and experiment with various mediums in a fun, supportive class.
Fun, hands-on art classes designed for homeschooling families!
Welcome to my ONLINE STUDIO! Learn how to draw – not boring – promise. Join my observational drawing and painting programme.
30 Apr – 25 Jun
The 2025 edition of the Winter Collection exhibition is eclectic in content and diverse in style.
6 Jun – 1 AugHamilton
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this class will help you build confidence and explore different styles.
29 Apr – 27 JunHamilton
Mighty River Harmony and Manu Mātātahi are back at The Woolshed, Cambridge with another lively show featuring 4-part and 8-part harmony singing.
18 Jul
Play presents artworks from The Arts House Trust’s collection for children and audiences of all ages to enjoy.
16 May – 20 JulMorrinsville
Piano Dialogues: Joong Han (Jonathan) and Joohae Kim in Concert
23 Jul
Wood carver and sculptor Marcus Tatton joins the team at The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum as artist in residence for two months.
15 Jun – 30 AugTauwhare
Youth Orchestra Waikato
26 JulHamilton
A generous retreat-style teaching environment with quality drawing materials.
26 JulRaglan
Fun, Fitness & Friendship! 60min high energy dance cardio class to an epic playlist!
29 JulHamilton
30 Jul
Emma Pearson, soprano, presents “Theater & Kurhaus, Life in Wiesbaden”
30 JulHamilton
Looking for creative fun? Join our hands-on Homeschool Art Class—explore, connect, and create with other young artists!
14 Jul – 1 SepHamilton
You’ll explore a new medium each week, building art skills and confidence in a relaxed, supportive space.
Explore acrylic painting to build your art skills and confidence. Treat yourself.
Experience the achievement of creating something unique while unwinding in a peaceful, welcoming space.
15 Jul – 2 SepHamilton
This art therapy class is ideal for adults, no experience is needed – just bring yourself, and we’ll provide all materials and equipment.
16 Jul – 3 SepHamilton
Give your child the gift of creativity in a supportive art therapy space—express emotions, build confidence, and grow resilience.
18 Jul – 5 SepHamilton
Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a creative hobby, this is your space to relax, learn, and play with colour.
Need a break? Join our Ladies Art Morning—a relaxed, welcoming space for women to create, connect, unwind, and recharge together.
18 Jul – 19 SepHamilton
The EAP/Mission New Zealand Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through it
1 May – 8 Sep
Get your squad together and book now for a truly unforgettable night at the Museum.
22 Aug
Youth Orchestra Waikato Waikato Community School of Music Te Rauhii
23 AugHamilton
Join renowned ceramic artist Aaron Scythe for a unique 2-day workshop exploring the art of Hikidashi and tea bowl making.
Aug 23 – 24Coromandel
The musical adventures of Peter, the Wolf, a lion and an elephant! A Family Orchestral Experience!
24 AugHamilton
27 AugHamilton
When children engage with picture books, they are simultaneously being introduced to the world of art.
1 May – 3 OctHamilton
Immerse yourself in the transformative art of wood-fired ceramics with two masters of the craft, Aaron Scythe and Sergei Shatrov.
31 Aug – 6 SepCoromandel
Thanks to the continued support of the Creative New Zealand – Pacific Arts Strategy, Boosted X Moana is back again for 2025!
26 May – 28 Nov
An arts festival for people with a disability uncluding two show, wearable arts, music workshop and static arts display.
18 SepHamilton
Looking for a peaceful and inspiring way to unwind? Join our colouring in group.
18 Jun – 17 DecHamilton
A heart-warming and outrageous comedy
Sep 20 – 27Thames
The Ruapehu Art Awards is a national art competition with multiple categories held every second year in Ruapehu . In 2023 the event had 300 entries.
18 Sep – 1 OctTaumarunui
Composed in the year before his passing, the Four Last Songs are held by many to be Richard Strauss’ most beautiful, sensuous, and moving composition.
16 OctHamilton
Join us for the Arts for Health Annual Art Competition and Exhibition.
23 Oct – 22 NovHamilton
Calling All Young Filmmakers Under 17!
Nov 1 – 2Te Awamutu
Australia/NZ’s first Poetry Therapy certification: Harness poetry’s healing power for community workshops and personal transformation.
1 Sep, 2025 – 1 Sep, 2027
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