Event Info
Explore all of the exciting activities you can enjoy at Art in the Park. Meet New Zealand’s best artists and enjoy an unforgettable art experience.
At The Event
The Art Talks presented by University of Auckland
Hear about your favourite artist's unique creative process and see the art being expertly crafted right in front of your eyes! The schedule can be found further down this page.
The Summerset Sculpture walk
Walk among the giants as breathtaking large-scale sculptures guide you into the show along Eden Park's iconic pitch for the first time ever! Grab a coffee, take a break in the stands, and soak in the beauty of the Summerset Sculpture Walk.
The creative corner
Kids 14 years old and under go free to Art in the Park! Visit the Creative Corner and join your kids in creating their own masterpiece. Open Friday 12pm-5pm, Saturday 11am-5pm and Sunday 11am-4pm.
Ultimate art event
With over 130 Artists and 3000+ artworks to explore, take home the art you love! Delicious drinks and nibbles will be served on Opening Night, and a cashless cafe and bar will be operating inside Eden Park Friday-Sunday. Your experience also includes complimentary wrapping for purchased artworks, generously supported by Pack & Send Takapuna.
Digital GRAFFITI Experience
Immerse yourself in the Digital Graffiti Experience as you unleash your rebel with NZ's first Virtual Graffiti Wall. Located on L6 of the show, it's not to be missed!
Event information
OPENING NIGHT
Thursday 12 November: 6pm – 9.30pm
GENERAL ENTRY
Friday 13 November
Summerset Seniors Morning: 10am - midday
After 12: 12pm - 6pm
Twilight: 6pm - 10pm
Saturday 14 November
Before 12: From 10am
After 12: 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 15 November
Before 12: From 10am
After 12: 12pm - 4pm
Summerset Seniors Morning: 10am - midday
After 12: 12pm - 6pm
Twilight: 6pm - 10pm
Saturday 14 November
Before 12: From 10am
After 12: 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 15 November
Before 12: From 10am
After 12: 12pm - 4pm
VENUE
Eden Park, Entry D, Cricket Avenue
The Grand Hall | Te Pā (Level 5, North Stand)
Mt Eden, Auckland, New Zealand
The Grand Hall | Te Pā (Level 5, North Stand)
Mt Eden, Auckland, New Zealand
Getting Here
Getting Here
Parking
There is free car parking space around the stadium and the closest car parks are 1 and 2. Parking is not booked and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Security will be on-site to assist with parking.
Entry
Entrance to Art in the Park is at Eden Park's Entry D on Cricket Avenue.
Accessibility
The show is accessible for those with mobility restrictions or wheelchair users. There is an accessibility entrance at Entry B on Walters Road, via P1. The sculpture walk from Entry D has restricted access and it is advised that the Entry B entrance is used for those with mobility restrictions or wheelchair users. There is lift access and mobility parking available throughout Eden Park. There will also be accessibility tours of the stadium, to include the Sculpture Walk, during every session.
Public transport
Visit at.govt.nz to plan your journey by public transport. The nearest Train Station and Bus Stop are a short 5 minute walk to the Entry D on Cricket Avenue. Taxis can drop you off at the Cricket Avenue entrance.
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