Events

Wairau – Waitaki Return: A Braided Journey

Twisted: The Untold Story of a Royal Vizier

You know Ja’far as a one-dimensional villain, but there are two sides to every story. Did Ja’far really choose the Twisted path? Or did the “heroes” twist the tale?

Along the Garden Path

Along the Garden Path invites members and non-members to celebrate creativity inspired by the beauty of gardens.

Early & Rare - JS Parker Art Exhibition

From painted studies to works on dramatic scale, traversing nearly four decades of the practice of prominent NZ abstract painter JS (John Shotton) Parker.

vegetable.machine.animal, w/ DSLB, Kina:suttsu(Japan), & Cloud Pepper

vegetable.machine.animal (vma) will tour Aotearoa New Zealand in support of TRIO, the project’s new album, co-released by Audio Foundation Records and skirted Records.

Waitohi Picton Open Art Studios

Marlborough artists open their studios for you to visit, meet them and enjoy their artwork. Embark on an adventure to find the art that moves you in this varied showcase of local talent.

The Hamani Art Sessions : Moonlit Lupins Painting Workshop

Enjoy 4 hours of fun with real teaching from experienced tutor and professional artist Mieke Davies, including a gourmet platter, barista coffee/tea in a stunning rustic studio/gallery!

Waitohi Picton Open Art Studios

Marlborough artists open their studios for you to visit, meet them and enjoy their artwork. Embark on an adventure to find the art that moves you in this varied showcase of local talent.

Tidal Tunes

Embark on a musical voyage with the Marlborough Civic Orchestra — a two hour journey across oceans, harbours and stormy skies.

Echoes

Martine Baanvinger's riveting journey through the history of Fairfield House, Nelson.

Alice in MADland

Alice in MADland – We’re All MAD Here!

Alice in MADland

Alice in MADland – We’re All MAD Here!

Vibes at the Vines: Summer Music Series

A new summer music series, Vibes at the Vines, is hosted once a month in the tranquil grounds of the Vines Village in Marlborough

Alice in MADland

Alice in MADland – We’re All MAD Here!

Alice in MADland

Alice in MADland – We’re All MAD Here!

The Big Idea

This exhibition brings together a vibrant selection of artworks created by the Idea Services art class during their regular creative sessions.

Convergence - Te Pūtahitanga

A mesmerising one hour concert of Piano and Taonga Pūoro music - piano.

The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond is a celebration of one of the most enduring songbooks in popular music history.

Adam Portraiture Award Exhibition 2026

The Adam Portraiture Award is Aotearoa’s most prestigious and popular portraiture prize.

Fran Maguire - Systemic Evolution

What happens when a system prioritises its own preservation over the very purpose for which it was created?