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.
Halloween
Thursday 31 October 2024 The Gym
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun at the Kids’ Halloween Disco, hosted in the eerily haunted Arts Centre.
'Meet Me in the Bathroom' by Emily Hartley-Skudder
Saturday 19 October - Saturday 30 November 2024 Arts Centre wide
An exhibition of selected works to be found in entranceways to the bathrooms throughout Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.
Free
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.
Arts Centre 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
Dave Shepherd exhibition at Maxine Burney Studio and Gallery
Monday 30 September - Saturday 30 November First floor, Boys’ High
Dave Shepherd exhibition "Blossoming" at Maxine Burney's Studio and Gallery September through to the end of November.
Free
All Things Considered by Dick Frizzell
Thursday 3 October - Saturday 2 November Library
‘All Things Considered’ highlights Dick Frizzell’s remarkable 50-year career. Well-known for his pop art paintings and prints, and often controversial subject matter, Dick’s oeuvre is substantially mo
Free
Anya Fang - Piano
Tuesday 29 October 2024 Great Hall
Anya started to learn piano at the age of 5 and achieved ARCL with distinction on piano in 2022.
What's Here
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