NZ Art Show - Celebrating 21 years

Aotearoa’s Largest Art Show Returns to Te Whanganui a Tara | Wellington
Step into the wonderful world of art at the award-winning 2024 NZ Art Show, Aotearoa’s premier annual art show, a world-class platform for the appreciation and acquisition of contemporary art.

You’ll enjoy a dynamic world-class event in a premium, high-profile atmosphere. Every artwork is created exclusively for the show. A distinctive feature that truly sets the NZ Art Show apart. You will navigate more than 2,000 stunning original artworks, spanning sculpture to photography, abstract to traditional, all created by more than 200 talented artists. There is an artwork for every taste and budget.

A stunning fusion of art and music
You’ll get lost in the best that Aotearoa has to offer with numerous fabulous attractions within the show: In addition to the extraordinary art on display, music by local and national acts and DJs will feature throughout the show, specially curated by renowned New Zealand musician Barnaby Weir.

Newer, bigger and better
For the first time in the show’s 21-year history, the NZ Art Show will increase its expanse by integrating beyond the TSB Arena into the adjoining Shed 6. This combined space will host a vibrant celebration of art, featuring artist groups, collaborations, and emerging talents at the onset of their careers.

Meet the artists
Hailing from all regions across NZ, you will have the opportunity to engage and connect with the art and the makers as they unite in this unique Wellington show: together they truly reflect the diversity of our creative landscape. More than 200 artists will be showcasing work at the NZ Art Show with 100 artists on-site.