From architecture to literature, festivals are still on
Just about everything that's happening in the arts across Christchurch in April.
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From architecture to literature, festivals are still on
Just about everything that's happening in the arts across Christchurch in April. -
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A surge in activity, and a growing disconnect, for artists overseas this month
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Her song features in Ryan Gosling’s hit movie, but Erima Maewa Kaihau was a star too
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55 Upcoming events
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17 Mar - 03 May, 2026Muriwai Artists Collective Open Studios and Art Trail 2026
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09 Apr - 23 May, 2026Open Art Studios Upper Harbour
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01 Apr - 30 Jun, 2026Lysaght Watt Trust Art Award
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08 Apr - 08 Jun, 2026PARADISE — GROUP ART EXHIBITION
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10 Apr - 09 Jun, 2026MANON
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24 Mar - 23 May, 2026Laser Kiwi: Everybody Knows
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29 Mar - 04 May, 2026Printopia Festival
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09 Apr - 16 May, 2026Dome Under Film Festival
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23 Mar - 10 May, 2026The Auckland Travel Show
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18 Mar - 19 Apr, 2026DARKLIGHT: The Hidden World