A community guide to creative events in the Waikato region
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Enjoy a dose of full and joyful body movement in this high energy, commercial jazz workshop with Patty Smack (Lauren Mann).
18 AprHamilton
Get sexy and a lil weird in this open level heels workshop with Patty Smack (Lauren Mann).
Enrolments for our April Art School Holiday Program are now open! Visit wsa.org.nz to view the full time-table.
Apr 13 – 17Hamilton
‘THERE IS STUFF INSIDE US. WILD STUFF INSIDE US.’
19 AprHamilton
Come and enjoy a vibrant showcase of instrumental chamber music performed by our Conservatorium of Music student musicians.
22 AprHamilton
A powerful dramatic thriller that challenges faith, truth and the mysteries of the human soul.
Apr 8 – 19Te Awamutu
This initiative supports the growth of our regional screen sector by enabling local talent to connect, learn, and engage with industry leaders.
Apr 1 – 17Auckland
What every New Zealand writer should know about safe & successful Self-publishing.
Apr 4 – 19Hamilton
A choral concert with ensemble accompaniment of Organ, Brass and strings, remembering those who have given their lives in war, for our freedom.
25 AprHamilton
Hamilton Street Art Trust is seeking a dynamic Festival Producer to lead the delivery of our iconic Boon Street Art festival in 2026.
Apr 15 – 30
From cool blues to fiery improvisation, discover the heartbeat of jazz. Global Celebration with more than 180 participating countries.
26 AprHamilton
Q&A Screening with the Filmmakers
27 AprHamilton
Q&A Screening with the Creators and Cast
28 AprHamilton
Q&A screening for The Time Traveller’s Guide to Hamilton Gardens
29 AprHamilton
Conservatorium of Music Lunchtime Recital
A diverse show from members at all stages in their photographic journey – captured using everything from smartphones to the latest camera equipment.
Apr 1 – 26Morrinsville
The NZPPA2026 Exhibition is moving to KHR Galleria at Villa Tuscany in Matamata!
28 Mar – 24 AprOkauia
Three talented Rotorua artists present distinct yet connected approaches to intimate subjects, exploring closeness, perspective and emotional presence
31 Mar – 26 AprMorrinsville
An extraordinary exhibition that showcases the work of two friends brought together by glass.
Artists come together in Fundraiser Art Show for Alister Agan Selliman at Framing House
2 Apr – 2 MayHamilton
Whatua He Whiringa Takatāpui brings together five takatāpui kaiwhatu from across Aotearoa to weave together queer and Māori communities.
12 Mar – 17 AprHamilton
Transform an old book into a unique piece of art that you can fill with your writing, small keepsakes and treasures
22 Apr – 27 MayHamilton
Transform an old hardcover book into a beautiful, personalised keepsake
23 Apr – 28 MayHamilton
Learn to create your own pair of earrings using Silver Precious Metal Clay!
2 MayHamilton
A wonderful opportunity to spend a day with Monica Peters as she shares her love of all things book!
3 MayTauwhare
Enrolments are open for Waikato Society of Art’s Term 2 art classes!
4 MayHamilton
One family is about to face the music
May 1 – 9Hamilton
Begin your watercolour journey with confidence and creativity.
6 MayHamilton
Interested in developing your observational drawing techniques? This class is perfect for you!
7 MayHamilton
Cantando Choir presents Baroque to Blessed Light, a powerful and uplifting programme of choral music.
9 MayHamilton
Sisterhood at full tilt; sharp-tongued and fuelled by Taytos, booze, 80’s anthems, a chainsaw and buried rage.
May 2 – 16Cambridge
The Art of Hamilton Gardens will present many and varied aspects and interpretations of Hamilton Gardens.
17 Apr – 5 JunHamilton
13 MayHamilton
We’re back again! The Meteor fam return for another night of brain baffling boffin-ry. Gather your team and test yourselves on a range of knowledge!
15 MayHamilton
Discover watercolour painting in a relaxed, supportive watercolour class designed for beginners and returning artists.
21 Apr – 9 JunHamilton
A wānanga where participants learn and practice earth-based pigments deepen their relationship with natural materials.
16 MayHamilton
Hamilton Big Band
Children’s Art Therapy sessions help kids express emotions, build confidence, and feel supported
22 Apr – 10 JunHamilton
Take time for yourself and explore art in a supportive, small-group setting.
Opus Orchestra presents The Journey of Mataatua Whare alongside Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto
17 MayHamilton
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.
World-renowned guitarist and master entertainer TOMMY EMMANUEL, CGP, is thrilled to announce an unforgettable tour of New Zealand in May 2026
19 MayHamilton
Classical Guitar Music
20 MayHamilton
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
Waipā Creative Trail – A weekend of open studios, galleries, and curated creative stops across the Waipā district
May 23 – 24Te Awamutu
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
6 May – 24 JunHamilton
These sessions nurture creativity while helping students build confidence, independence, and a strong sense of identity
8 May – 26 JunHamilton
Your opportunity to explore traditional whatu techniques with contemporary mediums with Julz @ tiaki rAranga in collaboration with Whare Hau Tutū
2 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
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
Paintings by Lisa Ormsby.
15 Apr – 13 AugŌtorohanga
Sometimes all you need to inspire change is a piece of gum.
Jun 18 – 20Hamilton
Experience the magic of theatre together in our 60+ seniors acting and theatre skills classes at Riverlea Theatre
27 May – 15 JulHamilton
A true story of a chess grandmaster played out like a chess game in real life.
27 Jun – 4 JulHamilton
2026 Kids Show
Jul 14 – 18Hamilton
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
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
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
22 AugHamilton
Experience the music of Finnish composers Sibelius and Magnus Lindberg in one glorious concert
23 AugHamilton
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
Ngā Ara Auaha is an annual student showcase, exhibiting the creative works of undergraduate and postgraduate University of Waikato students.
17 Oct, 2025 – 17 Apr, 2026Hamilton
Australia/NZ’s first Poetry Therapy certification: Harness poetry’s healing power for community workshops and personal transformation.
1 Sep, 2025 – 1 Sep, 2027
The free weekly directory for 100+ creative grants, residencies, prizes, and commissions across NZ, Australia, and internationally.
1 Apr, 2026 – 1 Apr, 2028
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