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New Zealand’s Premier Art Fair

The Aotearoa Art Fair is one of the most anticipated cultural events on Auckland’s calendar – four days of art, ideas and energy on the waterfront.

Discover contemporary art from across Aotearoa and beyond, meet artists and galleries, and enjoy talks, installations and special events in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.

Dates and Times

VIP Preview (VIP Pass and Premium+ Pass)
Thursday 6 May, by invitation only

Opening Night
Thursday 6 May, 5pm – 9pm

General Entry
Friday 7 May, 11am – 6pm
Saturday 8 May, 11am – 6pm
Sunday 9 May, 11am – 5pm

Venue

Set on Auckland’s stunning waterfront, the Viaduct Events Centre offers one of the most beautiful settings of any art fair in the region. Surrounded by restaurants, bars and harbour views, it’s easy to make a full day, or evening, of your visit.

Viaduct Events Centre
171 Halsey Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010
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Getting To The Fair

By Bus

Auckland Transport offer the City Link Bus public bus which picks up passengers from Britomart, Downtown Ferry Terminal and Queen Street every 7 minutes. This bus stops at Wynyard Quarter which is a 8 minute walk from the Viaduct Events Centre. Auckland Transport journey planner is an online tool that will help plan your visit.

By Foot

The Viaduct Events Centre is a 15 minutes walk from Quay Street, around the picturesque Viaduct Harbour.

By Ferry

The Downtown Ferry Terminal is a short walk from the Viaduct Events Centre. Ferries arrive at this terminal from destinations across the Waitematā harbour and Hauraki Gulf. For timetables and further information please see Fullers Ferry or Island Direct Ferry.

By Train

Britomart Transport Centre is located at 8/10 Queens Street. Viaduct Events Centre is a 22 minute walk from the Queen Street exit of the station. Britomart is Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s public transport hub and all train lines converge here. For times and routes please see the AT Transport website.

By Car

The nearest car park building is located on Halsey Street in the Wynyard Carpark. Accessible car parking is available in the Jellicoe Street Carpark at the end closest to Silo Park, subject to availability.

Accommodation

Whether you are travelling from out of town, or want to treat yourself during the Aotearoa Art Fair week, stay in style with our Hotel Partners. Offering exceptional accommodation, these hotels have a special discount code available to Fair visitors.

Accessibility

The Viaduct Events Centre is fully accessible, with entry available at the main doors, an elevator serving all floors, and an accessible toilet on the ground floor.

There are two mobility parking spaces located to the left of the main entrance of the Viaduct Events Centre. A mobility permit must be on display to use these. If these spaces are unavailable, there is also space to be dropped off right next to the entrance.

Service animals and emotional support dogs are welcome but must be under effective control and on a lead up to 2 metre long at all times.

Why Visit the Aotearoa Art Fair

New Zealand’s largest gathering of contemporary art galleries
Local and international artists under one roof
Art at every price point, from first buys to major works
A vibrant day out on Auckland’s iconic harbour
Talks, performances, tours and special events throughout the Fair
It only happens once a year!