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This is a shared arts column space put together by the Howick Historical Village, Te Tuhi, and Uxbridge Arts and Culture.
Events:
Saturday, 15 February: Join artist Karen Sewell for a talk on her exhibition Celestial Numinance. 1pm. 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Free.
Saturday, 22 February: Arts Out East presents Hugo’s Rainbow Show, a musical and magical adventure exploring the science of the skies with drag superstar Hugo Grrrl. Ideal for all ages. 1pm-2 pm. Te Tuhi, 21 William Roberts Road, Pakuranga. $5.
Saturday, 22 February: Join Soil of Cultures at Te Tuhi to create miniature rafts using banana tree branches, depicting the survival and connection of migrants and refugees to their motherland. 2pm-4pm. 21 William Roberts Road, Pakuranga. Free.
Saturday, 22 February: Chinese Community Workshop (in Mandarin) at Uxbridge. Join filmmaker Zou Yalin for a talk about the filmmaking process, from page to screen. 10am. 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Free.
Sunday, 2 March: Join the much-loved annual Auckland Brit and Euro Classic Car Show in Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga. With almost 1200 cars planning to attend, there will be something fun, fast, and foreign for everyone. Free.
Sunday, 9 March: Howick Historical Village’s Live Day: Village Fête takes a celebratory turn as we mark 45 years! Enjoy games, crafts, activities, and a display on the making of this great living history museum. 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm). Bells Road, Pakuranga. Live Day prices.
Saturday, 15 March, and during EcoFest 2025 on both Saturday, 29 March, and Saturday, 12 April: Learn the art of flower pressing with historical interpreter Ruth Page at Howick Historical Village. 1.30pm-3.30 pm. Bells Road, Pakuranga. Cost $25-$45, includes general admission. Spaces limited. Register via https://www.historicalvillage.org.nz/eventslivedays/flowerpressing.
Saturday, 22 March, and Saturday, 29 March: During EcoFest 2025, join Howick Historical Village for beeswax candle making. 11am-11.30 am. Bells Road, Pakuranga. General admission + $5 for supplies.
Sunday, 23 March, and Sunday, 30 March: Join a costumed interpreter and learn to make butter – you can even taste it after! 11am-12pm. Bells Road, Pakuranga. Free with general admission.
Sunday, 23 March: Join Auckland Regional Bindery at Howick Historical Village for their art of bookbinding workshop. 10.30am-2.30pm. Bells Road, Pakuranga. Space is limited. Book via www.eventfinda.co.nz. $28.92 each ($25.00 + $3.92 fees).
Saturday, 29 March: Uxbridge presents The Goblin | Te Tupua, a solo play written and performed by John Davies. 5.30pm. 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. $25.
Ongoing:
Now until Saturday, 15 February: Explore the push and pull of the cosmos as Uxbridge presents multidisciplinary artist Karen Sewell’s otherworldly Celestial Numinance. The Malcolm Smith Gallery, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm. Free.
From Saturday, 1 March, to Wednesday, 30 April: Set out on a hunt in the gardens at Howick Historical Village with the Pollinator Discovery Trail! Follow along with a pocket guide that’s yours to keep. Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm (last admission 3pm). Bells Road, Pakuranga. Free with general admission.
From Saturday, 1 March, to Saturday, 20 April: Uxbridge presents Take Five, a survey of paintings by Howick artist Peter Hall. The Malcolm Smith Gallery, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Monday-Saturday, 10am–4pm. Free.
From Saturday, 15 March, to Saturday, 30 March: Te Tuhi presents the Celebrating Culture Pop-Up, an exciting lineup of cultural events and creative experiences by local groups. Hours vary. Ormiston Town Centre (shop space next to New World). Free.
Now through March: Arts Out East presents Howick Frames installation bom dia! by Brunelle Dias. 61 Picton Street, Howick. Free.
Now until Sunday, 13 April: Te Tuhi presents four exhibitions including work by local and international artists such as Lee Yanghee, John Vea, Soil of Cultures and Fa’amele Etuale. 21 William Roberts Road, Pakuranga. Free.
Now until Saturday, 19 April: Uxbridge presents Estelle Ruijne’s collection of expressive paintings in Metamorphōsis. The Wall Gallery, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Monday-Saturday, 10am–4pm. Free.
Now through December: Polish Heritage Trust Museum showcases the life and work of Olga Boznanska, a key painter of the Young Poland period. 125 Elliot St, Howick. Tuesday-Friday, 10am-4pm; Sunday, 12pm-5pm. Casual entry by donation. Groups must book in advance: 09 533 3530 (small fee applies).
Every Saturday morning: Uxbridge hosts The Art Cupboard, a casual drop-in art space for families. 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Saturday, 10am–12pm. Gold coin donation.
Continuous: Arts Out East presents Neighbourhood Stories, a podcast led by Anju Desai aiming to shine a light on the contributions of east Auckland people who are making a positive impact in their community. Online. Free.
Continuous: Arts Out East presents Speak Out East (Community Poetry), a project aimed at utilising unused wall spaces throughout Botany Town Centre to showcase poetry from various community groups. The first featured poem is Half Moon Bay by Fu Jinzhi. Botany Town Centre. Free.
