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.
July School Holidays
This July, we've got a range of school holiday fun for your whānau.
Friends Fundraising Film Night: The Taste of Things
Monday 15 July 2024 West Lecture
Join the Friends of the Arts Centre for a Fundraising Film Night in aid of The Arts Centre.
Jazz Club: Noor Ensemble
Thursday 18 July 2024 Great Hall
The ensemble adeptly incorporates Middle Eastern and South Asian rhythmic patterns and melodies into their musical repertoire, creating a sophisticated fusion of jazz with various global influences.
Ceramic Workshop
Thursday 18 July Chemistry
With guidance from ceramic artist, Emma Turner, have a go at making your own face plate
KidsFest: Heritage Stargazing in the Observatory Tower
Thursday 11 July and 18 July Observatory, Biology and Physics
Join us for a short 30-minute session to view the Southern Sky through the Victorian-era Townsend Teece Telescope under the guidance from the University of Canterbury, and learn about the stars!
Annual Public Meeting
Monday 29 July 2024 Rutherford’s Den
This meeting provides an opportunity for you and our stakeholders to hear about our key successes, challenges and financial performance in 2023.
Free
Jazz Club
18 July – 12 September 2024 Great Hall
Combining an unforgettable venue with music that sparkles, The Arts Centre Jazz Club delivers an authentic jazz lovers' experience.
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.
SEASON SOLD OUT: Heritage Stargazing from the Observatory Tower 2024
Every Friday night during Winter, 12 April - 27 September 2024 Observatory, Biology and Physics
Experience stargazing through the Townsend Teece Telescope in the Observatory Tower (1896) with astronomers from the University of Canterbury.
Ma Ururangi
Friday 12 July to Wednesday 17 July 2024 First floor, Boys’ High
Graduates from Te Tairāwhiti present an exhibition with art, compassion and a tribute to Ururangi.
Free
What's Here
New Zealand-made homewares and gifts.
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