Events

Artist Open Studios Whanganui

13 Mar 2026 As one of New Zealand's oldest and most diverse art trails, Artist Open Studios 2026 invites you to discover a vibrant showcase of local talent.
Over two weekends in March, immerse yourself in a captivating exploration of art, featuring established and emerging New Zealand artists. From traditional crafts to cutting-edge contemporary works, there's something to ignite your passion.

Tagged as: , Music & arts

Artist Talk: Messengers

14 Mar 2026 Artist Talk: Messengers: Denise Batchelor, Brit Bunkley, Jane Dodd and John Ward Knox

Date: Saturday 14 March 2026
Time: 11am – 12pm
Venue: Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery
This talk is free, all welcome

Hear the artists exhibiting in Messengers in conversation with exhibition curator, Megan Dunn and Greg Donson, senior curator and programmes manager.

Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery, 4 Pukenamu Drive, Whanganui,  

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

Citizenship Ceremony

18 Mar 2026 The council hosts citizenship ceremonies every quarter to honour our new citizens and warmly embrace them into our vibrant city of Whanganui

Whanganui War Memorial Centre, Watt Street, Whanganui 4500

Tagged as: , Community

Les Miserables

20 Mar 2026 Prepare to be swept away by the epic story that has captivated audiences for generations. Les Misérables is more than a musical — it’s a powerful journey through love, loss, justice, and redemption, set against the backdrop of revolutionary France.

Royal Whanganui Opera House, 69 Saint Hill Street, Whanganui 4501,  

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Relay for Life Whanganui 2026

28 Mar 2026 Small steps can make a remarkable difference for people affected by cancer in our community.

Everyone and anyone can get involved, so rally your friends, whānau, classmates and workmates and join your community in the fight against cancer.

Cooks Gardens, Maria Place, Whanganui, 4500,  

Tagged as: , Fundraiser

Trio Obscura

07 Apr 2026 Bede Hanley (oboe), Robert Ashworth (viola), Sarah Watkins (piano)

Music from romantic and impressionist eras as well as a new, lyrical work for NZ’s Janet Jennings high light the oboe and viola with piano. Bede Hanley and Robert Ashworth are both principals in the Auckland Philharmonia, and Sarah Watkins is, of course, well known to us all.

Whanganui War Memorial Centre, Watt Street, Whanganui,  

Tagged as: , Music & arts

Young Screenwriters Workshop Whanganui

11 Apr 2026 Know a budding young Whanganui creative interested in writing for the screen? ✨

Thanks to Creative Communities funding from Creative NZ and administered by Whanganui District Council, the Young Screenwriters Workshop program will debut in April 2026.

Gonville Hall, 37A Tawa St, Whanganui,  

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Tagged as: , Youth events