Sculpture Festival 2024

Showcasing some of Aotearoa's leading artists in ceramics, jewellery, sculpture, glass and mixed media.

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School Holiday Fun

Spring into a world of excitement these school holidays with circus fun, vibrant workshops, artistic adventures and much more.

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The Arts Centre Shop

Now open. Shop for unique gifts and exclusive designs by local artists.

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Christchurch Heritage Festival 2024

Join us in exploring the heritage of Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre over the Christchurch Heritage Festival 2024.

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Rising Stars

A Tuesday lunchtime concert series in the Great Hall that showcases emerging young musicians.

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Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2024

An annual line-up of renowned local, national, and international musicians playing a curated selection of lunchtime concerts in the picturesque Great Hall.

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Welcome to Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre

Dating back to 1877, The Arts Centre is a thriving community with a rich history


Located in Ōtautahi Christchurch, The Arts Centre is run by an independent charitable trust and comprises the largest collection of heritage buildings in the country. It is home to over 70 entities including galleries, museums, cinemas, boutique retailers, artisan eateries and bars, accommodation, engaging events, stunning venues and much more.

Sculpture Festival 2024

Saturday 5 – Sunday 20 October 2024 Great Hall

Sculptural pieces by some of the country’s best artists in ceramics, jewellery, sculpture, glass and mixed media, on show and on sale.

Free


Christchurch Heritage Festival 2024 at The Arts Centre

Saturday 12 October - Monday 28 October (Labour Day) 2024 Arts Centre wide

Join us in exploring the heritage of Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre over the Christchurch Heritage Festival 2024.


Manu tukutuku (traditional kite making) workshop

Wednesday 9 October 2024 School of Art

Learn how to make a traditional Māori kite with Te Rautini Sheridan, one of the creative residents currently based at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.


Open Studio with Harete Tito

Saturday 12 October - Sunday 13 October Engineering

Harete’s project focuses on her Kuia who was born at Araiteuru, the Model Pā, beside Victoria Lake during the time of the NZ Exhibition 1906. Her Kuia was named after the Pā.

Free


Observatory Tower and Exhibition Tours

Sunday 13, 20 and 27 October 2024 Observatory, Biology and Physics

Join a guided tour of the Observatory Tower and hear the stories of how it was used from 1896 to today


Rising Stars Concert Series 2024

On specific Tuesdays Great Hall

Rising Stars is a Tuesday lunchtime concert series that focuses on encouraging, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.


Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2024

Specific Mondays Great Hall

Your annual line-up of renowned local, national, and international musicians playing a curated selection of lunchtime concerts in the picturesque Great Hall.


Guided Walking Tours

Wednesday to Sunday Clock Tower

Enjoy a 90-minute guided walking tour of The Arts Centre and discover the rich history of this heritage site.


The Seekers Mākete

Every Saturday 10am - 4pm Market Square

Welcome to Seekers Mākete, a market where artisanal craft, gourmet street food & live entertainment comes together every Saturday!

Free


New Zealand-made homewares and gifts.

Frances Nation is a store specialising in Aotearoa New Zealand-made homewares and gifts of quality craftsmanship, authenticity and longevity.

Frances Nation Home

Ground floor, Boys’ High,

Worcester Boulevard

Open 7 days, 10:00AM - 5:00PM