For the first time the public can purchase tickets to attend the official opening of the

2025 Corcoran French Kaiapoi Art Expo.

At the opening you will receive a complimentary drink and nibbles, mingle with the artists and have the opportunity to purchase art before the show opens to the public on Saturday.

The 19th Kaiapoi Art Expo is an exhibition of art by Waimakariri artists. With over 120 artists entering, a mixture of painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics and more will be available for purchase at the opening and over the two days of the event.

We are excited to announce Gwyn Hughes Gwyn - Portrait and Landscape Artist as our 2025 guest artist.

Gwyn is an artist specialising in portrait and landscapes, commission pieces, originals and giclee prints. He paints predominately in oils, and occasionally in acrylic and gouache.

Alongside the expo is the Pak n Save Rangiora School Art Expo with a variety of artworks from Waimakariri Schools.

The Kaiapoi Art Expo is the largest art event in the Waimakariri District and is not to be missed!

Please note the opening night is an R13 event. Children are welcome to attend during the weekend instead.

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