Whanganui Artists Open Studios: 15–23 March 2025
Venture through Whanganui's rich artistic heritage.
As one of New Zealand's oldest and most diverse art trails, Artist Open Studios 2025 invites you to discover a vibrant showcase of local talent.
Over two weekends in March, immerse yourself in a captivating exploration of art, featuring established and emerging New Zealand artists. From traditional crafts to cutting-edge contemporary works, there's something to ignite your passion.
Whanganui – Te Taonga Toi o Aotearoa, The Arts Destination of New Zealand.
Explore our stimulating artisanal spaces. Participate in events and workshops. Discover delicious tastes in our restaurants and cafes. Enjoy the history of our beautiful River City. Take home a taonga to enrich your space.
Featured Studio
Te Ao Hou Marae
E hoa mā, Te Ao Hou Marae welcomes you at Artists Open Studios 2025!
In 2024, we opened our whare for the first time as part of AOS, and the response was incredible. Visitors were captivated by demonstrations of rarangi, whakairo and traditional painting techniques. This year, we invite you back to witness the artistry firsthand. Our skilled kairaranga and tohunga whakairo will be happy to share their knowledge.
Kei te mihi atu