Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Aotearoa Art Fair
Published: Friday 12 April, 2024
With just over a week to go until the Aotearoa Art Fair, excitement is high for our biggest and most dynamic showcase yet! Check out our top 10 reasons to visit this year.
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#1 SEE AND BUY CONTEMPORARY ART
The Fair is the best place to start your art collection, or expand on an exisiting one. Featuring a diverse array of works for sale, explore a wide range of mediums from painting to sculpture to works on paper, offering something for every taste and budget.
#2 CELEBRATE AT OPENING NIGHT
Celebrate at Auckland's biggest art night of the year! Experience a vibrant showcase of performance, music, and art. Don't miss Michael Zavros' dazzling performance Fifty with STARKWHITE at 6PM, followed by a excerpt by The New Zealand Dance Company at 7PM. Tickets are selling quickly and are nearly sold out—book yours now for an unforgettable evening!
#3 LET'S TALK ART TALKS PROGRAMME
Celebrate at Auckland's biggest art night of the year! Experience a vibrant showcase of performance, music, and art. Don't miss Michael Zavros' dazzling performance Fifty with STARKWHITE at 6PM, followed by a excerpt by The New Zealand Dance Company at 7PM. Tickets are selling quickly and are nearly sold out—book yours now for an unforgettable evening!
Explore the 'Let's Talk Art' Talks Programme
#4 EXPERIENCE THE NEW VENUE, VIADUCT EVENTS CENTRE
Experience the excitement of the first edition of the Fair at its new home, the Viaduct Events Centre. Located in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland's Wynyard Quarter, this exceptional venue overlooks the Waitematā Harbour and is conveniently positioned close to a fantastic selection of restaurants, cafes, bars, and hotels.
#5 MEET THE ARTISTS
Meet the artist face-to-face and hear their stories, getting an insider look at their journeys, inspiration and techniques. Join us at the Fair for lively sessions and explore the full lineup online.
View 'Artists Talks' Programme
#6 DISCOVER NEW ARTISTS
Discover new artists from Australia, New Zealand, and beyond, showcasing cutting-edge practices shaping contemporary art. From renowned masters to emerging talents, there's something for everyone. There are hundreds of works to explore and purchase, available at various price points.
#7 SCULPTURE SPACE
Meander through the outdoor Sculpture Space, where large-scale, immersive works take over Karanga Plaza during the Fair week.
#8 EAT AND DRINK
The Store will cater the Fair Cafe and Bar with a range of gourmet sandwiches, salads, sushi, and drinks available to keep you fueled throughout your Fair visit.
#9 GET CREATIVE WITH SQUIGGLA
Squiggla Making Space presents INVENT 2024. Squiggla’s creative mark making programme offers hands-on, playful ways to experience the joy of invention, tapping into your intuition and imagination along the way. Squiggla is designed for all ages to break away from familiar ways of making to invent new ideas and to experience a sense of creative flow.
#10 EXPLORE TE VIBRANT VIADUCT HARBOUR
While you’re in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland for the Fair, explore the vibrant Viaduct Harbour, Auckland’s waterfront gem. The Viaduct is home to exceptional dining options, a world-class marina, and luxury hotels.
