A community guide to creative events in the Waikato region
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Mundi Trio perform a new series of compositions that weave together the two oldest instruments in human’s history – flutes and percussion
7 FebHamilton
Get ready to experience the magic and wond1er of The Secret Circus in Hamilton, New Zealand in 2025 – it’s going to be a show you won’t want to miss
7 Feb
Start learning raranga skills
8 FebHamilton
Join Lianne for a fun workshop and create your own masterpiece from wool.
9 FebTauwhare
Learn lighting basics for film and photography with DAILIES owner, cinematographer and gaffer Jack Barry.
9 FebHamilton
Come join us to celebrate the opening of Tessuto di Vetro – Glass Fabric by Dermott Kelly Free entry – all welcome!
9 FebMorrinsville
Come join us to celebrate the opening of Now and Then by Seven artists Free entry – all welcome!
Come join us to celebrate the opening of suSTAINably – Opening event by Larry Abreño Free entry – all welcome!
Arts on Tuesday celebrates the people that make our community a vibrant place to live!
11 FebMorrinsville
A workshop like this doesn’t come around that often, so better be quick to grab your spot!
16 FebTauwhare
This advanced 5-day wheel throwing pottery course is designed for experienced potters who are ready to take on more challenging techniques.
Feb 17 – 21Coromandel
Hear from this Astronomy Photographer of the Year finalist about his personal journey photographing Aurora Australis, the ‘Southern Lights’.
21 FebHamilton
A unique chance of creating your own mixed media work with Katherine Batchelor
22 FebTauwhare
Ever thought about shooting the night sky but don’t know where to start? Learn from an Astronomy Photographer of the Year finalist!
22 FebHamilton
This workshop is Suitable for all levels. The focus is on spontaneity through mark making and creating layers.
22 FebTaumarunui
Come and join Susan and explore perspective, space and time.
23 FebTauwhare
Renowned family bluegrass band ‘The Petersens’ all the way from the USA, live in Concert.
27 FebHamilton
As Western civilisation teeters on the brink, are we about to see another end of Empire? Presented as a multimedia art exhibition.
23 Jan – 16 FebHamilton
The Coffee Artist GuyLarry Abreño is a modern contemporary artist who creates stunning works using sustainable materials like coffee, wine, berries,
4 Feb – 2 MarMorrinsville
Dermot has an incredible artistic career and we are proud to present this vibrant exhibition at our new space The Awatea – Shop Front Gallery!
Seven artists explore landscapes, nature and emotions in paint, mixed media and stone.
Have you got an idea brewing? Have you been inspired to write a whakaari and get it in stage?
16 Jan – 16 FebAuckland
Visit artists in their open studios – Waitomo to South Ruapehu, including local art galleries, gardens, local food, culture and adventures to boot
22 Feb – 2 Mar
Hamilton’s celebration of performing arts is back in 2025, 21 Feb-2 March.
21 Feb – 2 MarHamilton
The Welcome Swallow Gallery is both proud and excited to present a new exhibition showcase, Outrageous Plants that features the work of Sue Wickison.
17 Jan – 28 FebHamilton
Stunts will be attempted. Records broken. Memes made. Content consumed. Advertising sold. Lives ruined. Heroes formed.
28 Feb – 1 MarHamilton
Epilepsy New Zealand are calling for entries to our annual Purple Day Charity Art Auction
12 Feb – 26 Mar
Transform an old book into a personal keepsake full of your creativity. It can house small memorabilia, writing, cards, photos, etc.
20 Feb – 20 MarHamilton
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to learn from a master of his trade, Jeff aka woodenjeff.
1 MarTauwhare
A performance of one of the most beloved operas ever written, now adapted for a family-friendly audience.
2 MarHamilton
Join us at Driving Creek Pottery for a comprehensive 5-day wheel throwing pottery course, designed for beginners to intermediate.
Mar 3 – 7Coromandel
This pottery course gives you the opportunity to become confident at wheel throwing and explore how to glaze and fire your works.
11 Feb – 1 AprCoromandel
Try lots of different art mediums around themes designed to encourage health & well-being.
12 Feb – 2 AprHamilton
Your child will play, stretch their imagination, and expand their creativity.
Come and explore different techniques of hand building during this 8-week course with Iona Matheson.
12 Feb – 2 AprCoromandel
The Mad Ones—the critically acclaimed o-Broadway hit musical — makes its New Zealand debut with an exclusive three-show run in Hamilton!
Mar 7 – 8Hamilton
Use your creativity to support the mental health of those with disabilities.
Mar 8 – 9
This is a rare opportunity to learn from a master of his trade.
9 MarTauwhare
Lets Paint the Town Colourful, with Love and Laughter. Join us for color Dash with your family and friends. FREE ENTRY Event.
9 MarHamilton
Let’s Paint the Town Colorful with Love and Laughter. Join us for a Color Dash, Dance, and Food with your family and friends. It’s a Free-Entry Event.
NZTrio He Taonga Wairere returns to Hamilton with a 1 hour programme; enigmatic, quirky and fun.
Explore new mediums each week as you develop new skills and techniques in your art.
10 Feb – 7 AprHamilton
This is a class for learning colour skills, application techniques and basic composition.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through essential techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours.
11 Feb – 8 AprHamilton
A self directed space for women who want to work with other women in a social creative space in just about any medium that they enjoy.
14 Feb – 11 AprHamilton
Create a magical landscape inspired by the park
16 MarTauwhare
Come and join Marion for a day of natural discovery!
23 Mar
Womb will be joined by Big Sigh to celebrate the release of their new album at Te Rore Community Hall.
28 MarNgāhinapōuri
Australian Metal trio Faceless Burial tour Aotearoa for the first time with Tāmaki’s Distant Fear and Noxo, plus locals Scablaw.
29 MarHamilton
Circus in the Centre Comes to Garden Place This Summer!
25 Jan – 5 AprHamilton
TICK, TICK… BOOM!, Tony Award-winning composer Jonathan Larson’s explosive autobiographical musical about life, death, and the necessity of art.
Apr 2 – 5Hamilton
Calling All Creators – entries are open for the 2025 World of WearableArt Competition!
9 Apr
This intensive production throwing course is designed for potters who want to enhance their speed and accuracy.
Apr 7 – 11Coromandel
Come and learn the magic of transforming tridimensionality simple objects into bidimensional compositions on paper.
12 AprTauwhare
A 5-day long course where you will explore different hand building techniques to create sculptures.
May 26 – 30Coromandel
Join renowned ceramic artist Aaron Scythe for a unique 2-day workshop exploring the art of Hikidashi and tea bowl making.
Aug 23 – 24Coromandel
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
Nine Voices, Waikato presents nine contemporary artists from the Waikato region.
3 Dec, 2024 – 23 Feb, 2025Morrinsville
Ngā Ara Auaha is an annual student showcase, exhibiting the creative works of University of Waikato students (both undergraduate and postgraduate).
28 Oct, 2024 – 21 Feb, 2025Hamilton
An exhibition based on events leading up to the final battle at Ō-Rākau 1864 between Māori and the invading British Military.
9 Dec, 2024 – 30 Apr, 2025Te Awamutu
A rare opportunity to experience exceptional New Zealand sculpture!
14 Dec, 2024 – 4 May, 2025Tauwhare
The exhibition ‘Malleable Boundaries’ considers the burgeoning field of creative and non-traditional research outputs across academic disciplines.
15 Nov, 2024 – 11 Apr, 2025Hamilton
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