A community guide to creative events in the Waikato region
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Join us in a lovely evening with other ladies from the community. Meet new people, make new friends or treat your gal pals to a nice night out!
11 SepPutāruru
Winds from Japan & Europe with Yuhka Nagai and Kent Isomura
11 SepHamilton
Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts 3rd yr theatre students present an amateur production of Mr.Burns!
Sep 11 – 13Hamilton
Concerto Competition Grand Final
13 SepHamilton
Firebringer – a new must see stone age musical at The Meteor!
Sep 10 – 14Hamilton
Three of New Zealand’s leading choruses plus international level quartets, all singing in four-part harmony. A choral extravaganza!
14 SepHamilton
Following the successful 2023 premiere of The Adventures of Pat the Pātētē in Hamilton, OCT Ensemble will tour to Cambridge and Putāruru.
15 SepPutāruru
Learn how to create sustainable art supplies from the plants around you.
15 SepRaglan
Soprano Life: A Year in Opera with Emma Pearson
18 SepHamilton
Hailing from the Netherlands, the reed quintet brings an innovative programme that highlights their virtuosic brilliance and incredible showmanship.
This is not your ordinary run of the mill leadership or wellbeing event. This, is ten amazing speakers. Each speaking for ten minutes each.
20 SepHamilton
Discolesque is going to be the bomb, a dazzling fab evening full of glitter, glamour, spicy humour and funky feel-good vibes (if you catch my drift).
21 SepHamilton
Hamilton Civic Choir presents “Slàinte Mhath”, the 3rd concert in our 2024 season, dedicated to celebrating the Scottish diaspora throughout the world
21 SepCambridge
Local hip hop dancer and choreographer Miriana Wetere presents a showcase of original work inspired by childhood experiences.
Come for a wee dram…or six! Enjoy a full Scotch whisky tasting experience with host Chris Barclay of the Hamilton Beer & Wine Co.
Presented by Quizmaster Colin McClure with a silent auction and multiple quiz prizes
Join Hamilton City Brass and guests for an unforgettable evening of music as three bands take the stage!
David Hamilton inspires with his own compositions. Join with other choristers to learn and sing with him.
21 SepMatamata
Come and join Louise for an exciting 3 hour workshop in the Japanese freestyle method of SAORI weaving.
22 Sep
Come Join us for our first Open Mic Poetry Night
26 SepHamilton
See the hilarious Aussie Kirsty Webeck talks about her relationship with farmers and a run in with a concert band.
27 SepHamilton
Eli Matthewson deals with a traumatic event the only way he knows how: jokes
Get ready for the biggest and most glamorous drag show Hamilton has ever seen!
28 SepHamilton
Craft & Food Market held Fourth Saturday of Every Month
28 SepŌhaupō
Come and join Jeff for an exciting 3 hour demonstration workshop in spoon carving.
29 SepTauwhare
Join the Arts Collective Whangamata for a Touch of Spring fun & frivolity.
29 SepWhangamatā
A fascinating concert of known and rare music in the beautiful Fairfield Marae.
29 SepHamilton
Drawing a nude model.
21 Aug – 11 SepHamilton
22 Aug – 12 SepHamilton
Both Dale and Haydn work at WSA tutoring several classes, including water colour, acrylic painting, and drawing.
22 Aug – 15 SepMorrinsville
Wednesday Lunchtime Recital Series presented by the Conservatorium of Music
11 Sep – 9 OctHamilton
Th Gallery at the Sculpture Park introduces sculptor Harley Moore
31 Aug – 30 SepTauwhare
Julia Christey’s enduring interest lies in the interface of human agency and our environment in its beautiful, dramatic and damaged form.
23 Aug – 23 SepHamilton
Tensions and triumphs in Trans-Tasman art collaboration…
8 Aug – 13 SepHamilton
Experience LEGO® like never before at Waikato Museum! This epic holiday programme is perfect for children aged 5 to 12 years old.
20 Sep – 11 OctHamilton
You’ll explore a variety of acrylic techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours.
5 Aug – 16 SepHamilton
Whether you’re new to watercolours or looking to improve your skills, this class is perfect for you.
6 Aug – 24 SepHamilton
Go on a jazz-fuelled trip from New Zealand to Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, all in one evening!
4 OctHamilton
Learn the art of macrame by making your own Plant Hanger, all while enjoying a warm coffee amongst wonderful company!
5 OctCambridge
JT+Agnostics showcase their debut album of original jazzy blues in a live concert with a six-piece band of experienced exceptional Waikato musicians.
5 OctHamilton
Do you have a story waiting to be told or need inspiration?
24 Jul – 11 SepHamilton
Children explore a range of mediums from drawing, painting, pastels, collage, clay, watercolour
26 Jul – 13 SepHamilton
This is a ‘drop in’ style untutored class where students can attend 1 or as many as they like through each term.
25 Jul – 12 SepHamilton
Sketch, paint, explore and learn to develop your own style and techniques for the skills needed to advance your art.
This is a class for those who want to learn to draw and those who wish to further their skills.
This class is for anyone who wants to try their hands at various mediums and techniques.
This class is suitable for beginners to watercolour or continuers and experienced students.
Come and join Liz in this unique workshop and discover “Zen in the Sculpture Garden”
6 OctTauwhare
Your Arts Therapist will guide you through a step-by-step process, providing personal support in a small group setting.
26 Jul – 20 SepHamilton
Involve yourself in the lively world of watercolour, paint, and sculpture, while mastering a variety of fundamental and intermediate art techniques.
22 Jul – 16 Sep
Fun relaxed tour around the current exhibition at ArtsPost.
14 Sep – 2 NovHamilton
Puppet Theatre Workshop, tailored for 7-12 year olds, taking place during the second week of the school holidays
Oct 7 – 11Matangi
You’ll have the chance to sculpt, paint, draw, and try creative mindfulness exercises.
24 Jul – 19 SepHamilton
Come and join us at Southwell School for our The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe Performing Arts Workshop!
Oct 7 – 11Hamilton
Showcasing works by four wāhine Māori artists which explore narratives of pakanga|conflict through toi | art.
16 Aug – 18 OctHamilton
Your child will play, stretch their imagination, and expand their creativity.
25 Jul – 26 SepHamilton
Join our circle of women for some self-care and creativity at our Ladies Art Workshops.
26 Jul – 27 SepHamilton
Join us for an unforgettable evening for Dussehra and Bollywood Garba Night on 12th October.
12 OctHamilton
Opus Orchestra and comedy-dance troupe, Dynamotion present Carnival of the Animals: Kiwi’s Musical Journey.
Welcome to my zoom groups! Join an online creative community to learn, share, invent, and make, with experienced artist/ art tutor Margaret Feeney.
28 Jul – 30 Sep
Great fun workshop for parents & grandparents + the kiddos
13 OctTauwhare
Learn the art of Polymer Clay Earring making, all while enjoying a warm coffee amongst wonderful company!
19 OctCambridge
Returning to New Zealand by popular demand, Night Fever is set to take over!
20 OctHamilton
Embark on an exciting journey to explore the hidden and not-so-hidden murals of Hamilton Kirikiriroa.
7 Sep – 30 NovHamilton
Artist applications are open now for this eco-sculpture symposium and competition at the Brook Sanctuary in Nelson!
Oct 18 – 27Outside Waikato – Nelson
In this new showcase, gallery artists Sandra Turner-Barlow and Juliet Roper examine the very places that we call home.
20 Sep – 29 NovHamilton
ART Waikino is back for its 24th year! ART Waikino is a large art exhibition in the Hauraki/Coromandel area, raising funds for our community hall.
Oct 25 – 27Waikino
Learn how to use the plants around you to create sustainable art supplies for painting and drawing.
26 OctThames
26 OctŌhaupō
We’ve got kooky spooky fun happening down at Exscite for Halloween!
Oct 26 – 27Hamilton
Presented in association with the Michael Hill International Violin Competition
30 OctHamilton
31 OctHamilton
Penny Ashton is flying in to haunt The Meteor with a Halloween special performance of The Tempestuous
Explore the power of creativity for wellbeing. Pop by to have a go at one of our arty activities or simply relax and recharge in a creative space.
12 Aug – 8 NovHamilton
Light From Near and Far brings together many works from the Arts House Trust Collection and works by Audrey Goggin, Sophia Malota, and others artists.
5 Sep – 1 DecMorrinsville
3 months of creative events, one peninsula, one artbeat
6 Sep – 31 DecWhitianga
Come and join Sue for this exciting 2.5 hours hand-on watercolour workshop.
3 NovTauwhare
Te Aroha’s Annual arts festival! Music, performance, visual arts and more!
3 NovTe Aroha
Renowned New Zealand musician Jon Toogood brings to life his first ever solo album tour The Last of the Lonely Gods
7 NovHamilton
Join us for a vibrant celebration of our community’s collective spirit and achievements; gain insight into the impactful work around the region
8 NovHamilton
Get your family together and waddle down to Exscite for our Penguin Party!
Learn the traditional art of Kokedama, Japanese Moss Balls all while enjoying a warm coffee amongst wonderful company!
9 NovCambridge
Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting out, we would love for you to be part of this event
31 Oct – 1 DecHamilton
Join Megan for this special workshop and create fabulous landscapes of wool.
17 NovTauwhare
23 NovŌhaupō
28 NovHamilton
Get ready for a music experience like no other in our charming country seaside village
1 Feb, 2025Mokau
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