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Te Whare Maire o nga Punawerewere 2026: 23 June – 18 July
Opening event: 5.30-7pm, Tuesday 23 June. All welcome. This group show is a celebration of the mahi of local Māori artists. The name literally refers to young spiders leaving the web and metaphorically... READ MORE
Unreal Canterbury: 26 May – 20 June 2026
Opening event: 5.30-7pm, Tuesday 26 May. All welcome. Floor talks with the Curator will take place every Saturday at 11am throughout the show. Unreal Canterbury brings together 11 artists whose works tilt the... READ MORE
8 Open Calls for Local Artists for 2026
Eastside Gallery is pleased to invite Canterbury artists to contribute to the following exhibitions: “A Matter of Light and Depth” Artists are encouraged to engage with the theme freely: some may wish to... READ MORE
11 weekly classes
Jump in anytime and do as many classes as you like. There’s drawing, painting, dancing, art therapy, creative writing, free Saturday classes, and more. No experience needed – all materials supplied! Classes are either... READ MORE