Spring school holiday activities

Enjoy arts, crafts, music, singing, fudge-fun, films and a special taonga hunt through The Arts Centre and its neighbours.

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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.

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    • 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.

  • Concerts
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Fundraiser
  • Performances

    • 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

  • Children & family
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Free

    • AE Expo

    21-25 September Boys’ High

    Art by Christchurch Alternative Education students
  • Children & family

    • Holiday fun zone

    28 September – 11 October 2020 North Quad

    Outdoor activities for families that will make you smile.

    Free
  • Children & family
  • Free
  • Market

    • 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
  • Children & family
  • Cultural
  • Free

    • Taonga hunt

    14 September – 11 October 2020 Rutherford’s Den

    Follow the map and go on a taonga hunt around the cultural precinct in Ōtautahi. Titiro! Look for kupu in te reo Māori and check your skills.

    Free
  • Children & family
  • Classes & workshops

    • Glow paint!

    Wednesday 30 September School of Art

    Let your creative juices glow and create a one-of-a-kind fluorescent paint masterpiece run by Paint 'n' Sip Studio.

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  • Children & family
  • Classes & workshops
  • Free

    • Monster flower art

    Sunday 4 October Market Square

    Be inspired by Sarah Fisk’s monster flower illustration featured on our Monster Spring Clean Mākete poster and have fun creating watercolour flowers with attitude.

    Free

  • What's Here

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    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

    First floor, Boys’ High,

    Worcester Boulevard

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