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10 Jan 2026  to 11 Jan 2026
Art Craft Cultural Workshops

Harakeke (NZ Flax) Weaving Workshop - Traditional Māori Kete with a Plait in its Base (Presented by NZTE)

The Kete Whiri is a traditional pipi kete or kumara harvesting basket. From plant to product: the flax is prepared with the flax fibre exposed at the end, this is referred to as muka.

Venue:  Inangahua Hall (near Murchison)
Region:  Nelson / Tasman  / 
14 Jan 2026  to 14 Jan 2026
Music Public Program

Whanganui Opera Week Café Evening: Sunset Family Picnic at Pukenamu

Bring friends and family, a deckchair or blanket, and settle on the lawn at the rear of Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery.

Venue:  Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery
Region:  Manawatū / Whanganui  / 
16 Jan 2026  to 15 Feb 2026
Art Exhibition

Jean Stewart: Sitting with the Trees

Exhibition Opening & Artist Talk: Friday 16 January, 6-7:30pm

Venue:  Depot Shop | Toi Toa
Region:  Auckland  / 
16 Jan 2026  to 14 Feb 2026
Theatre

Auckland Shakespeare in the Park 2026

Join us for our 30th year of Shakespeare in the Park, bringing the Bard’s timeless stories to life like never before, in Auckland’s only outdoor Shakespeare experience.

Venue:  The PumpHouse Theatre (Outdoor Amphitheatre)
Region:  Auckland  / 
16 Jan 2026  to 16 Jan 2026
Comedy

Matt Rife

‘Stay Golden World Tour’

Venue:  Woolfbrook Area
Region:  Christchurch  / 
17 Jan 2026  to 17 Jan 2026
Craft Workshops

Artisan Workshop - Jams in a Jiffy! (Presented by NZTE)

Come along to this fast paced one-day workshop where we will pop on our pinnies, roll up our sleeves and celebrate the wonderful art of making delicious jams!

Venue:  Tākaka, Golden Bay
Region:  Nelson / Tasman  / 
17 Jan 2026  to 17 Jan 2026
Art Craft Cultural Workshops

Sakiori Weaving with Louise Cook

Create your own unique piece of Sakiori Weaving

Venue:  The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum
Region:  Waikato  / 
17 Jan 2026  to 17 Jan 2026
Comedy

Matt Rife - Auckland

‘Stay Golden World Tour’

Venue:  Spark Arena
Region:  Auckland  / 
18 Jan 2026  to 18 Jan 2026
Dance Music

Arthur Hill

Arthur Hill's First Time In New Zealand

Venue:  The Tuning Fork
Region:  Auckland  / 
21 Jan 2026  to 21 Jan 2026
Art Exhibition Film

Film Screening | Night Piece

Fearless, and unforgettable - Peter Roche was one of New Zealand’s most provocative performance artists, in his early days, before he made his name for vibrant neon sculptural works, he engaged in visceral acts involving animal remains and high-risk stunts with chainsaws, blurring the line between danger and expression

Venue:  Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
Region:  Auckland  / 
22 Jan 2026  to 22 Jan 2026
Music

The Last Dinner Party

The Last Dinner Party's Aotearoa Debut in 2026!

Venue:  Spark Arena
Region:  Auckland  / 
23 Jan 2026  to 26 Jan 2026
Festival

Auckland’s International Buskers Festival

Get ready for four epic days of street magic, laughs, and jaw-dropping talent!

Venue:  Waterfront & Various Locations in the CBD
Region:  Auckland  /