What is Art in
the Park?
Art in the park is a world-class, uniquely curated art show held at New Zealand’s premier venue, Eden Park. Meet the country’s best artists and enjoy an unforgettable weekend of art and culture.
Eden Park
The greatest stage in the country showcasing the very best in New Zealand art.
Eden Park is home to rich sporting history and countless global events, from the 1905 Empire Games to the 2011 Rugby World Cup and its ambition is to make Art in the Park no different. Held in the The Grand Hall | Te Pā overlooking the iconic Eden Park pitch, the stadium offers extensive, world-class facilities and a unique backdrop through which you can connect with art and artists alike.
Art in the Park showcases Eden Park as a premier arts and cultural venue for Auckland and New Zealand, and support and fund future arts and cultural initiatives at the stadium. Opening night tickets guarantee entry into two competitions to experience the park’s Sky Sports Rooftop Tour and Staydium Glamping prizes. Eden Park is a charitable trust with a vision to provide world-class sport, cultural and entertainment events for the people of Auckland, and New Zealand.
“The Minister of Arts, Culture, and Heritage has said that art and culture are needed now more than ever... Art in the Park showcases the wide range of diverse, entertaining, and inclusive content that we can offer Tāmaki Makaurau and Aotearoa.”
Nick Sautner CEO, The Eden Park Trust
Our Charity Partner
The King's Trust Aotearoa New ZealandThe King's Trust Aotearoa New Zealand (Formerly The Prince’s Trust) is Art in the Park's charity partner for 2024. We believe strongly in the charity's mission to support young people to achieve their dreams, which includes the next generation of budding young artists.
The King's Trust works for young people, and believes that every young person should have a chance to succeed. Its mission is to empower young people to build the skills for a brighter future and to change their lives for the better.
Globally, the King's Trust has supprted more than 1.2 million young people and is active in 25 countries. In New Zealand, the Trust runs a robust Enterprise Programme, for young entrepreneurs aged 18 - 30, which consists of four key components: training, mentoring, networking, and funding from its He Kākano Seed Fund which has backed more than 120 young entrepreneurs since 2022.
To find out more about The King's Trust Aotearoa New Zealand or to apply to the Enterprise Programme, visit their website: https://www.kingstrust.org.nz.
our story
Art in the Park is a uniquely curated Art Show developed by Sofija Matich and Cary Cochrane to offer a new platform for New Zealand Artists annually at Eden Park. Having worked together at the Flagstaff Gallery they are an experienced team with specialist knowledge of delivering contemporary art exhibitions and events to Auckland communities.
Cary has a passion for art and people and has organised multiple large-scale charity events throughout the world. As the owner of the Flagstaff Gallery, she specialises in nurturing artistic talent and is known for her warmth and expertise in this field.
Sofija has a proven record of creating new opportunities for businesses and people to maximise their potential. She has orchestrated hundreds of events for some of the world’s largest arts institutions, including the National Gallery and the Wallace Collection in London.
“Art in the Park provides a unique platform for New Zealand Artists to connect communities at a time when our collective experience has never been closer, and yet at the same time more isolated.”
Cary Cochrane - Director, Art in the Park
our aim
We believe in bringing communities together through art that creates connections and enriches cultures. Eden Park gives us the opportunity to do that on the largest scale yet.
By shining a light on the best emerging and established New Zealand artists, we aim to set the stage to connect this talent with everyone from aspiring collectors and enthusiasts, to celebrities, to the everyday public - so that the best in our country’s creativity is championed to the degree it deserves.
We’re excited for you to join us and experience some truly outstanding contemporary art!
“This show offers an opportunity to support the creative industries in New Zealand, whilst fostering creativity and connection in a location that is rich in the history of our Nation.”
Sofija Matich
- Director, Art in the Park
- Director, Art in the Park
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