A community guide to creative events in the Waikato region
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Waddle on over to Exscite for an after-hours celebration of Waikato’s most famous ancient bird – the Kaawhia Giant Penguin fossil.
5 JunHamilton
A Sunday afternoon workshop in which participants will respond to journaling prompts before creating an 8 page mini-zine to keep.
7 JunHamilton
“Our Theatre Company” are delighted to be back at The Meteor Theatre following their2024 production of “Whose Afraid of Virginia Woolf.”
Jun 10 – 13Hamilton
Discover David Henshaw’s iconic Jock cartoons and rural-inspired artworks in this special Fieldays 2026 Heritage Barn exhibition.
Jun 10 – 13Ōhaupō
Back Country is inviting Kiwis to part ways with their tired, holey socks at Fieldays this winter, with a giant ‘Sock Swap Fence’
Hamilton aka ‘The Tron’ will return to circa 1800 in an elegant evening of dances from the regency period, reminiscent of Jane Austen or Bridgerton.
13 JunMatangi
With our 80th anniversary of the Hamilton Civic Choir, we are joining together with the St Peter’s Cathedral Choir for a fundraising concert, all proceeds going to the Cathedral earthquake strengthening project.
13 JunHamilton
A joint collaboration between The United Youth Orchestra and the Ensembles of the Waikato Community School of Music.
14 JunHamilton
Learn the art of working with textiles! Suitable for ages 10-14.
Jun 3 – 24Hamilton
A brand new exhibition shown at RAMP gallery featuring artist Jonathan Kay
Jun 4 – 25Hamilton
Sometimes all you need to inspire change is a piece of gum.
Jun 18 – 20Hamilton
Te Awamutu Concerts Alive! Presents a special performance by our town’s award-winning Brass Band.
21 JunTe Awamutu
Join us for food, music, and a warm community atmosphere
21 JunCambridge
Create a handmade journal for your stories, memories, intentions, for mokopuna yet to come.
21 JunHamilton
Learn the principles of kōwhaiwhai, their purākau and how to draw them in a small rōpū with Jayden @ Hokianga Arts
25 Jun
Learn to print using silk screens! Without harsh chemicals or photo-sensitive emulsion.
27 JunHamilton
Learn and practice the process of extracting muka in a small group wānanga with Julz + tiAki raranga.
28 JunHamilton
In the era of optimisation, resilience and personal growth, Maladaptive confronts uncomfortable truths…”
16 May – 6 JunHamilton
This body of work explores the fragile threshold between the resilience of the natural world and the encroaching shadows of environmental uncertainty.
The chiller artspace provides a studio for artistic exploration under the guidance and teaching of Gaye Jurisich.
The exhibition title reflects the fleeting interplay between illumination and shadow — a luminous presence that is constantly shifting, never fixed.
Transform an old book into a unique piece of art that you can fill with your writing, small keepsakes and treasures
6 May – 10 JunHamilton
Transform an old hardcover book into a beautiful, personalised keepsake,
7 May – 11 JunHamilton
Calling all young anime fans!
9 May – 13 JunHamilton
We are both proud and excited to host New Zealand artist, Debra Thompson who has brought “The Icons of the 60s” to life.
5 Jun – 10 JulHamilton
Arthur Ransome’s classic young persons’ adventure of sailing, explorers and pirates comes to Riverlea Theatre!
20 Jun – 4 JulHamilton
Children’s Art Therapy sessions help kids express emotions, build confidence, and feel supported
6 May – 24 JunHamilton
Master more advances art techniques in this term 2 art class! Explore a variety of art materials and techniques to grow confidence and build a style.
Foster your child’s creativity with this term 2 art class! Students explore materials, techniques, culture and perspectives.
7 May – 25 JunHamilton
These sessions nurture creativity while helping students build confidence, independence, and a strong sense of identity
8 May – 26 JunHamilton
A true story of a chess grandmaster played out like a chess game in real life.
27 Jun – 4 JulHamilton
Foster art and creativity with this term 2 art class! Students explore a range of materials and techniques to grow their skills and style.
4 May – 29 JunHamilton
This fun, hands-on 4-week class is all about exploring printmaking in creative and unexpected ways.
25 Jun – 18 JulHamilton
The Art of Hamilton Gardens will present many and varied aspects and interpretations of Hamilton Gardens.
17 Apr – 5 JunHamilton
Discover watercolour painting in a relaxed, supportive watercolour class designed for beginners and returning artists.
21 Apr – 9 JunHamilton
22 Apr – 10 JunHamilton
Take time for yourself and explore art in a supportive, small-group setting.
Learn to sketch, shade, and bring your ideas to life using pencil, charcoal, graphite & oil pastels.
24 Apr – 12 JunHamilton
These sessions nurture creativity while helping students build confidence, independence, and a strong sense of idenity
These workshops are ideal if you want to learn practical skills, try new materials, and enjoy a supportive creative environment.
These sessions will guide you through paint and watercolour control, colour mixing, washes, composition and perspective.
Whether you’re working towards a future exhibition or simply want more direction and structure, this class is designed to meet you where you’re at.
Experience the magic of theatre together in our 60+ seniors acting and theatre skills classes at Riverlea Theatre
27 May – 15 JulHamilton
HaHaHamilton’s monthly Comedy Lounge showcase of comedians, kicks off its winter season 6/5/26
6 May – 1 JulHamilton
Kicking off our Sustainability Series for 2026 Join Piki for a cheeky upcycling workshop where old ties get a second life as wearable statement piece
4 JulHamilton
Learn how to paint beautiful and realistic landscapes with acrylic paint!
Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families.
20 Apr – 22 JunHamilton
Teaches adults beginners and intermediates how to paint with acrylics, including colour, composition, and painting techniques.
This class is suitable for beginners and those looking for fresh creative experiences.
20 Apr – 22 Jun
Te Awamutu Concerts Alive! are pleased to present Trio Obscura: Principal Viola & Oboe, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra accompanied by Sarah Watkins
5 JulTe Awamutu
In this school holiday workshop, students learn the foundations of crafting with ceramic clay to make their own Monster Mugs!
6 JulHamilton
Students learn the foundations of working with clay to create their own, creative, tic-tac-toe game board and pieces!
7 JulHamilton
Create a collaborative handmade zine grounded in voice, reflection, poetry, and expression.
8 JulHamilton
Learn to sculpt with clay and create your own stationary holder and plant pot! Suitable for kids and teens.
Learn to sculpt with clay and make your very own ceramic kete! Suitable for ages 10+.
9 JulHamilton
Learn the foundations of clay to sculpt your own pet or animal! Suitable for kids and teens.
10 JulHamilton
2026 Kids Show
Jul 14 – 18Hamilton
Four musicians from the Vienna Philharmonic bring you the unique sounds, style and tradition of this storied and celebrated orchestra.
17 JulHamilton
Create a contemporary tukutuku-inspired panel carrying memory, resilience, and hopes for the year ahead.
22 Jul
Experience the joy of drawing, feel inspired, practice techniques and explore the beauty of materials in the studio with Amanda Watson.
25 JulRaglan
Critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and TV personality, Alan Davies, is back in Aotearoa after a decade!
31 JulHamilton
Twenty-five years ago the heat became unbearable.
29 Jul – 1 AugHamilton
A high-energy live concert experience delivering the ultimate family night out!
2 AugCambridge
Paintings by Lisa Ormsby.
15 Apr – 13 AugŌtorohanga
8 AugHamilton
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic CATS – hitting the Waikato Regional Theatre Stage November 2026.
Aug 8 – 9
After a huge 2025 Australian tour, Kirsty is back to show you that the words just keep flowing and that they’re always hilarious.
13 AugHamilton
A wānanga where participants learn and practice earth-based pigments deepen their relationship with natural materials.
22 AugHamilton
Experience the music of Finnish composers Sibelius and Magnus Lindberg in one glorious concert
23 AugHamilton
A celebration of Aotearoa music, where legendary artists and rangatahi unite — Amplify Aotearoa: Take It To The Bridge.
Learn the principles of kōwhaiwhai, their purākau and how to draw them in a small rōpū. 4 Evening Wānanga Available – Check out our website for dates
30 Apr – 8 OctHamilton
Youth Filmmakers Workshops in Hamilton and Cambridge
6 Jul – 8 Nov
Your opportunity to explore traditional whatu techniques with contemporary mediums with Julz @ tiaki rAranga in collaboration with Whare Hau Tutū
6 OctHamilton
A wānanga where participants learn and practice earth-based pigment making and deepen their relationship with natural materials.
28 NovHamilton
The Royal New Zealand Ballet’s 2026 Season is a year of drama, beauty and imagination – where timeless stories and bold new visions collide.
Nov 27 – 29Hamilton
A sumptuous programme of music by the late-Baroque Italian genius Giovanni Pergolesi and French-Baroque master Jean-Philippe Rameau.
11 DecHamilton
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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