Celebrate with us at the 2026 Labour Weekend Exhibition opening night gala and awards ceremony. This event is an opportunity to meet and mingle with other artists and our community of art supporters.

Enjoy live local music, drinks and canapés, while getting a first look (and option to purchase) this year's fantastic works. Awards for the grand prize, runner-up, and others specially selected will be given on the night.

This exhibition celebrates the excellence and creativity of our region's artists, with a diverse range of mediums on exhibit and for sale, including painting, photography, sculpture, woodwork, ceramic art, jewellery, fibre art, and more. This year also features a new section "Think Twice" with a focus on sustainable materials.

Guest artists are Michelle McIvor, and Odelle Morshuis Working artists are Tracy Rountree, Lee van Der Geest, Gilly Sheffield and Sarah Freiburger,

Our 2026 artist in residence is Hawkes Bay artist Joseph Rowntree

Hold on to your tickets! Your gala tickets get you free access to the exhibition for the rest of the weekend. Simply show them at the door for free entry on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.

For more information about the 2026 Labour Weekend Exhibition programme please visit our website: wanakartsociety.co.nz/exhibition-dates-details

We look forward to welcoming you at this year's exhibition.

Contact the host of Opening Night Gala | Wānaka Arts Labour Weekend Exhibition 2026