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What you need to know

Visit

Admission
Admission to The Arts Centre is free. Some organisations based here have entry fees, which are displayed on each organisation’s website.

Te Waka Whaka Hou The Canoe of the Rebuild

Artworks

Title of artwork: Te Waka Whaka Hou The Canoe of the Rebuild 

Co-working space in The Arts Centre

Arts and Offices

Desks can be rented on an exclusive basis including;
- a desk,
- chair,
- screen,
- data access,
- use of printer and photocopier,
- use of the bookable meeting room,
- and use of common space (kitchen and communal rest space with free tea and coffee).

Contact us

Enquiries
Leasing: email

Donors

Support

Our donorsOur donors are a wide range of people from all walks of life, who love and have a connection with this beautiful space. They understand that by supporting The Arts Centre, more can be achieved together, ensuring that future generations can experience the unique heritage atmosphere and participate in arts, culture and education programmes.

Call for expressions of interest: Creative Tutors

News

Are you an experienced creative tutor keen to facilitate a workshop at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora?

Whānau, play and place: Cubbin’s extended Company-in-Residence supports children’s theatre in Christchurch

News

Cubbin Theatre, the only company in Aotearoa New Zealand dedicated to making theatre for babies and very young children, has had its Company in Residence programme at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre in Christchurch extended through 2026 and 2027, following an initial one year residency in 2025.

Te Pūrākau o Tiki Rāua ko Tūtānekai

Artworks

Title of artwork: Te Pūrākau o Tiki Rāua ko Tūtānekai

Through the Looking Glass

Tuesday 09 to Sunday 14 June 2026

Working in soft pastel, Karen Gourley presents beautifully observed studies of birds, owls, and other creatures. Rich in detail and atmosphere, her works are grounded in close observation of the natural world, inviting viewers into moments of stillness, presence, and quiet connection.

Rising Stars Concert Series 2026

On specific Tuesdays

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