Merry Minis in Morrinsville: A Community Christmas Creation!

Merry Minis in Morrinsville

Join in the fun and enter a tree! 

We will display your business name and create a link to your website if you wish. Plus, you could win the Inaugural People’s Choice Award! 

Merry Minis in Morrinsville:  A Community Christmas Creation

Morrinsville Gallery is bringing a new sparkle to the festive season with the launch of Merry Minis in Morrinsville, a community art project celebrating creativity, sustainability, and the spirit of Christmas.

This new event will feature a vibrant exhibition of mini Christmas trees, each crafted by members of the local community. The display will lead you through to the award-winning Mini Christmas Lights Display – Gibsonville by Helen and Brian Gibson, making the Gallery a must-visit destination this December. We will be running some late closing times to increase the accessibility.

Calling All Makers, Families, and Community Groups

The Gallery is inviting families, local businesses, schools, and community groups to create or decorate mini Christmas tree to be displayed in the gallery throughout December.

Entries can be hand-made, recycled, or sustainable, and prizes will be awarded in several categories including Age Groups, Family Groups, Local Businesses, and a People’s Choice Award.  Judges will be looking for inventive, playful, and eco-friendly designs that capture the magic of the season.

Register Your Mini Tree via our website!

https://www.morrinsvillegallery.org.nz/merry-minis/

Workshops to Inspire Creators – a great team building excercise!

To help participants get started or refine ideas Morrinsville Gallery is hosting two tutored  Mini Tree Makers and Decorators Workshops in November. Book early as we have limited spaces.

When:

• Monday 17 November, 4–6 pm
• Wednesday 19 November, 5–7 pm

Where: Morrinsville Gallery Learning Hub
Cost:  $5 (registration required)

Most materials will be supplied, but participants are encouraged to bring along ideas or works in progress. Registration for tree and workshops can be made via clicking this link REGISTER HERE

Completed mini trees are to be delivered to the Gallery by 1 December along with the $10 entry fee (which will go to prizes) and an entry form, available online or from Gallery reception.

A Festive Favourite Returns

The launch of Merry Minis in Morrinsville coincides with the return of the much-loved Mini Christmas Lights display.  Winners in last year’s Harcourts Christmas Lights competition, Helen and Brian Gibson are back with a refreshed 2025 showcase. Their collection of miniature village scenes and festive displays, gathered from around the world, has become a beloved local tradition.

The Merry Minis in Morrinsville exhibition will be open throughout December, supported by the Matamata-Piako District Council.

Any questions please email info@morrinsvillegallery.org.nz

All donations big or small are gratefully accepted
Morrinsville Art Gallery Charitable Trust       02-0368-0042073-000

 🎁Your Gift, Our Future: 15 Years of Morrinsville Gallery

In 2025, the Morrinsville Art Gallery Charitable Trust proudly celebrates 15 years as a cornerstone of creativity and connection in the Matamata-Piako District. Since opening our doors, we’ve grown into a vibrant hub for artistic expression—welcoming local residents and visitors from across the Waikato region into a space that celebrates imagination, culture, and shared experiences.

Through a dynamic program of exhibitions and events, we support both emerging and established artists from around Aotearoa. Our gallery offers a space for reflection on the contemporary issues that shape our society, and our mission remains to inspire, connect, and engage our community through the power of creativity.

None of this would be possible without the generosity of artists, donors, volunteers, and supporters like you. Your contributions have helped shape our journey, and we are deeply grateful.

As we mark this milestone, we warmly invite you to be part of our future—the creative future of our region. Your support for our donation campaign will help us continue to grow, inspire, and serve our community through the arts.

❤️Together, we can ensure that Morrinsville Gallery remains a vibrant and welcoming space for artists, visitors, and future generations.

All donations big or small are gratefully accepted
Morrinsville Art Gallery Charitable Trust       02-0368-0042073-000

✨For more information, please contact us at info@morrinsvillegallery.org.nz.