Outdoor Cinema - Valentine's Day Special

Two romantic comedy favourites are set to screen at The Arts Centre's Outdoor Cinema this Valentine's Day.

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Suor Angelica & Elegies

Join Toi Toi Opera for their inaugural production, Suor Angelica & Elegies, showcasing some of Canterbury's finest vocal & dramatic talent.

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Rutherford's Den is FREE

We've made a few changes to our interactive science exhibition. It's now free to enter, and open Monday & Thursday - Sunday, 10.30am - 2.30pm. Come visit us.

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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.

The Arts Centre Mākete

At The Arts Centre Mākete you’ll find local artisans showcasing their quality, handmade goods – arts and crafts, freshly made delicacies, and more.

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  • What's On

  • Today
  • This Week
  • All Events
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    View all our current and upcoming events
  • Free
  • Talks & discussions

    • Skiing to the South Pole

    29 January 2021 Rutherford’s Den

    Hear Bob Maxwell (Antarctic & Mountain Adventurer) talk about following Amundsen's route up the Axel Heiberg Glacier

    Free
  • Children & family
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Fundraiser

    • Pop Up Penguins

    Sunday 29 November - Sunday 31 January Boys’ High

    The Arts Centre is thrilled to have a Pop Up Penguin sculpture outside Boys' High called The Great Explorer by Jeremy Sauzier as part of the public art trial. 
  • Concerts

    • Suor Angelica & Elegies by Toi Toi Opera

    19, 20, & 21 February 2021 Great Hall

    Join Toi Toi Opera for their inaugural production, Suor Angelica & Elegies, showcasing some of Canterbury's finest vocal & dramatic talent.

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  • Children & family
  • Classes & workshops
  • Dance
  • Free
  • Market
  • Talks & discussions
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Festivals
  • Film & digital culture
  • Ngā toi Māori

    • Kete Whānau: online activities for families

    Enjoy these FREE online Arts Centre activities.

  • Classes & workshops

    • Resourceful skills workshops

    Throughout the year Boys’ High

    Social enterprise Rekindle creates opportunities for resourcefulness, or making what we need from what we have around us, through a variety of workshops.

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  • Children & family
  • Classes & workshops
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Free
  • Performances

    • Te Mātāpuna Mātātahi | Children’s University

    Enjoy online activities from University of Canterbury's Teece Museum and School of Music.
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Free
  • Talks & discussions

    • Teece Talks online

    A selection of the Teece Museum of Antiquities's public talks online for you to enjoy.
  • Concerts
  • Free
  • Performances

    • Central to the Soul (2019)

    Much more than a Music Film

    Much more than a music film by Bill Morris and Arts On Tour NZ

    Free
  • Exhibitions & installations
  • Free
  • Tours

    • SCAPE Public Art downloadable app

    This app works as a navigational tool for the Christchurch people to be excited, engaged and stimulated by the contemporary public art that is well regarded and known by the national and international

  • 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 Home

    First floor, Boys’ High,

    Worcester Boulevard

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