NowNet Arts 2026 @ AUT – Opening Night

Monday 17 August 2026 | 5:30pm – 8:00pm
WG308–306 | Auckland University of Technology

Join us as we officially launch NowNet Arts 2026, an international conference and creative symposium exploring the future of network arts, creative technologies, performance, research and global collaboration. This year's conference theme, Future Environments Through Network Arts, brings together artists, researchers, educators and industry professionals from around the world to explore how network arts can shape new creative futures.

Hosted by Auckland University of Technology, this opening evening is an opportunity to meet delegates, artists, researchers and creative practitioners while hearing from the conference organisers and Clinton Watkins (AUT), who will officially welcome attendees to the Auckland programme.

Enjoy an informal evening of conversation, networking and creative exchange as we celebrate the start of a week of inspiring presentations, performances and discussions.

Whether you're attending the conference or simply interested in contemporary digital arts, performance, creative technologies and interdisciplinary research, we'd love to welcome you.

Date: Monday 17 August 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Venue: WG308–306, Auckland University of Technology

Want to attend the full conference?

The NowNet Arts Conference 2026 runs 18–20 August 2026 (with associated events throughout the week) and features keynote presentations, research papers, workshops, performances and demonstrations delivered both in person and online. Registration options include full conference, day passes and event-only passes.

Conference programme:
NowNet Arts Conference 2026

Register for the full conference:
NowNet Arts Conference 2026 Registration

Contact the host of Future Environments : Through Network Arts : AUT X NowNet Arts Conference opening night