Aotearoa Art Fair 2026
30 April–3 May 2026Aotearoa Art Fair is New Zealand’s leading contemporary art event, held annually at Auckland’s Viaduct Events Centre. Drawing galleries and artists from across Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, and the wider Pacific region, the fair celebrates the depth and diversity of contemporary art in the South Pacific.
With a strong emphasis on accessibility and audience engagement, the fair offers a vibrant platform for collectors, curators, and new audiences alike to experience and acquire works by both emerging and established artists. As a key moment on the regional art calendar, Aotearoa Art Fair continues to expand its international reach while championing the creative voices of the region
171 Halsey Street, Auckland Central
1010
Thursday 30 April, 1 – 5pm
Opening Night:
Thursday 30 April, 5 – 9pm
General Entry:
Friday 1 May, 11am – 6pm
Saturday 2 May, 11am – 6pm
Sunday 3 May, 11am – 5pm
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