Welcome to The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora.
Dating back to 1877, The Arts Centre has a rich history and an exciting future.
Located in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch, The Arts Centre is an Aotearoa New Zealand landmark – home to galleries, museums, cinemas, boutique retailers, artisan eateries and bars, engaging events, stunning venues and much more.
Sonic Room
A unique, live listening experience behind the construction fences where Cloisters Cinema once was.
Find out moreSingFest20
7-9, 12-13, 16-17 September Great Hall
Pop-up choirs, live and on-screen in the Great Hall.
Spring school holiday activities
28 September – 11 October 2020 Arts Centre wide
Spark your creativity these school holidays at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora.
Sonic Room
24 September to 3 October Engineering
A unique, live listening experience behind the construction fences where Cloisters Cinema once was.
Free
What’s on in the Maker Workshop
Community led activities
July to September Workshop
Over the next three months individuals and community groups will be undertaking a range of creative events and workshops
Aeolus Saxophone Collective
28 September 2020 Great Hall
As part of the Great Hall Lunchtime Concert Series 2020, an impressive line-up of eight saxophones, of all sounds and shapes, will perform as quartets before colliding together to form an octet.
Holiday fun zone
28 September – 11 October 2020 North Quad
Outdoor activities for families that will make you smile.
Free
The Arts Centre Mākete
Market Square
At The Arts Centre Mākete you’ll find local artisans showcasing their quality, handmade goods – arts and crafts, freshly made delicacies, and more.
Free
What's Here
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.