Featured Events in Auckland in September 2025 (July Updated)

On loan from the Toledo Museum of Art, Ohio, A Century of Modern Art offers a sweeping survey of the visionary painters who transformed modern art. Be dazzled by the much-loved highlights of Toledo Museum of Art’s internationally-renowned collection, on display exclusively in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland from 7 June 2025. The collection includes 57 iconic works by 53 artists, such as Claude Monet, Edgar Degas and Vincent van Gogh, and premier examples by pioneering artists of the American and European avant-garde. A Century of Modern Art traces the birth of modern painting, beginning with the Impressionists in the 1860s, and follows its evolution through key movements such as PostImpressionism, Symbolism, Cubism, Surrealism, Constructivism, German Expressionism, Bauhaus, De Stijl, Precisionism, and Colour Field Painting and Abstract Expressionism. The exhibition include works by Paul Cezanne, Edgar Degas, Helen Frankenthaler, Édouard Manet, William Merritt Chase, Amedeo Modigliani, Berthe Morisot, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Camille Pissarro, Robert Rauschenberg, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Vincent van Gogh, James McNeill Whistler, among others. A Century of Modern Art showcases the diversity and innovation that defined modern art movements. From the emotive brushstrokes of Van Gogh to the evocative landscapes of Monet and Rauschenberg’s bold abstractions, these works not only revolutionised Western art history but continue to inspire new generations.

Discover More Adventures: Position Your Business as a Must-Visit Destination in Perth County! Date: Tuesday, September 15th |10AM - 2PM Location: Red Mill Farm - 2379 133 Rd, Perth South, ON N4X 1C4 Join us for a hands-on and interactive workshop where you'll learn all about creating unforgettable experiences for visitors. Our expert trainers will guide you through the ins and outs of experiential tourism, giving you the tools and knowledge to take your offerings to the next level. Whether you are looking to refresh your offerings or explore new opportunities, this session is designed to give you the strategies and knowledge to do so. Let’s take the first step in creating an unforgettable visitor experience together! Information Source: Perth County | eventbrite

Representations of tūpuna, ancestors, hold profound significance in te ao Māori, the Māori world. They embody customary cultural values including mana, tapu and mauri (prestige, sacredness and life force) and hold the ancestral ties of whakapapa. For centuries, representations of tūpuna were given form through whakairo (carving). The mediums of painting and photography were adopted from the mid-19th century for this purpose, with these new forms of portraiture congregating among or standing in place of whakairo in whare tūpuna (ancestral meeting houses) and their modern equivalents. Ngā Taonga Tūturu: Treasured Māori Portraits brings together whakairo and oil paintings from the collection of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, offering insights into the significance of tūpuna representations within te ao Māori. ‘Ngā taonga’ means many treasures while ‘tūturu’ signifies something permanent, true and original. This exhibition considers the inherent cultural values embodied and expressed within and through these taonga from a te ao Māori view. One of the most prolific portraitists of the late 19th and early 20th-century, Gottfried Lindauer’s paintings acknowledge the mana and self-determination of tūpuna through his respectful evocation of their likeness. They were widely commissioned by Māori and Pākehā (European New Zealander) alike. The portraits in this exhibition radiate outwards from Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, representing iwi (tribe) and hapū (subtribe) from throughout the motu (island). Recalling a whare tupuna, the gallery resonates with the mauri of these tūpuna.

The Robertson Gift: Paths through Modernity celebrates the monumental gift of significant artworks from the collection of New York philanthropists Julian (1932–2022) and Josie Robertson (1943–2010) to the Gallery. The donation comprises 15 works by influential modern European artists, including Pierre Bonnard, Georges Braque, Paul Cezanne, Salvador Dalí, André Derain, Henri Fantin-Latour, Paul Gauguin, Fernand Léger, Henri Matisse, Piet Mondrian and Pablo Picasso. Beginning with the suggestive nude bodies of the late 19th century and ending with a monumental colour-field painting from the 1960s, The Robertson Gift: Paths through Modernity takes visitors on a journey through the major art movements of the modern era, including Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Surrealism, and post-war abstraction. Featuring 49 paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture, the exhibition also includes visitor favourites from the permanent collection as well as loans and other important recent acquisitions, offering a broad survey of the best of late-19th- and early-to-mid 20th-century international art.

Welcome to the Ferndale High School Class of 2005 20th Reunion! Come join us for a night of reminiscing and catching up with old friends at Fifth Avenue in Royal Oak. It's time to relive those high school memories and create new ones. Whether you’ve stayed local or traveled far, don't miss this opportunit to celebrate where we’ve been, where we are, and where we’re headed next. So mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic evening celebrating our shared history. We can't wait to see you there! Dress Code: Smart casual or dress to impress—your call! Information Source: eventbrite

Jenny Holzer’s text works, called Truisms, were first executed as pithy and sometimes provocative slogans on the streets of New York in the late 1970s and early 1980s as stickers, t-shirts and posters, with the intention of taking art out of the museum and into public life. Holzer quickly converted these statements to the media of advertising and public communication with a series of pivotal LED signs, most famously in New York’s Times Square. Holzer’s use of electronic technology is, she says, motivated by ‘needing to be where people look’. Hanging suspended from the ceiling of the Gallery’s South Atrium, in STATEMENT – Truisms +, 2015 iconic statements like ‘ABUSE OF POWER COMES AS NO SURPRISE’ and ‘ENSURE THAT YOUR LIFE STAYS IN FLUX’ cascade and flash in speech-like pulsating rhythms and rainbow spectrums of colour, seemingly with a life of their own.

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the wider Pacific region. Taking the concept of the coast, or shoreline, as a starting point, the exhibition navigates a sea of ideas, offering multiple perspectives on New Zealand art through a selection of works from the collection of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. The coast is central to the way of life of many in Aotearoa New Zealand and it has been throughout our entire history. Integral to te ao Māori, the Māori world, the interconnectedness of land and sea is reflected in cultural narratives and practices. The coast is at times a source of sustenance and employment, at others a route for travel, a space of recreation, conflict, well-being or inspiration, but also, as the climate continues to change, at the frontline of danger. The coast is a threshold, an in-between zone, a perpetually shifting meeting point of land and sea that prompts us to examine our relationships with both. In this exhibition, artists from the 18th century to today ride the oceans’ currents, traversing themes from the enormity of the Pacific to the vessels that have crossed its expanse and plied Aotearoa’s coasts, and exploring their personal responses to the shore as well as the legacies of colonial encounters and conflict.

Threads of Time: Travel, Trade & Textiles is a jewel-box display in the historic Mackelvie Gallery that offers a survey of European art from the 15th to the 18th centuries. Presenting for the first time new acquisitions and recent donations to our Auckland audiences, this exhibition also showcases beloved paintings and sculptures from the permanent collection, some of which have not been on display for several years. Five thematically-driven, Salon-style hangs underline the sumptuous materiality of fabrics, both as depicted subjects in art and as physical supports that sometimes peek through a painting’s layers of pigment and varnish. Products of technology and trade, fabrics are cultural artefacts. They are also markers of social status and expressions of individual taste and sentiment. As such, their depiction in paintings, sculpture and works on paper is the outcome of precise negotiations between artist and client. Interpreting works from the permanent collection through this social and historical lens, Threads of Time explores how fabrics can offer insight into the interwoven threads of fashion, art and identity in the politics and cultures of the past.

Gothic Returns: Fuseli to Fomison explores the persistent appeal of ‘the gothic’, a broad term that embraces some of the most darkly charismatic imagery ever produced. Incorporating all things unsettling, mysterious, sombre and downright scary, this genre has its origins in the late 18th-century British Romantic movement. First defined by the medievalising novels of Horace Walpole (1717–1797) and the disturbingly sensual paintings of Swiss artist Henry Fuseli (1741–1825), it has since proven almost virus-like in its capacity to adapt and thrive across the centuries. Whatever outward form it assumes, the gothic has also shown itself remarkably true to its essential character: ominous moods, unsettling themes and a melancholy engagement with the past. Sometimes dormant but never fully extinct, the gothic impulse seems ready to resurface at uneasy junctures in history. In Aotearoa New Zealand, it manifested in the early 1990s in cinema, art and fiction at a time of reckoning with the nation’s colonial record. The moment was subsequently hailed by cultural commentators as the birth of the ‘New Zealand Gothic’, but – as many have noted – precursors lurk everywhere in New Zealand art. Few collections are as well placed as Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki’s to engage with the gothic in its early and later manifestations. Drawing upon iconic works from across the collection by the genre’s founders as well as by their contemporary Antipodean counterparts, Gothic Returns: Fuseli to Fomison unites old with new, playfully inviting viewers to enter the ever-enticing dark side of the imagination.

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SPACE IS LIMITED!! info@schoolofglamology.com There are no refunds for any course!! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us at 619-928-GLAM or check our website www.schoolofglamology.com If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call us at 619-928-GLAM or check our website www.schoolofglamology.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/schoolofglamology Information Source: School of Glamology | eventbrite

Join a Dorset Wildlife Trust Warden on this family event at Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve for an evening dedicated to creatures of the night. As dusk settles in and the nightshift clocks on we will explore the fields and hegerows of Lorton looking for bats, owls and other crepuscular creatures. Using bat detectors the staff and volunteers will help to identify the night fliers and other wildlife that we find along the way. This event is suitable for adults and families with children from 4 to 15 yrs old. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. BOOKING ESSENTIAL via Eventbrite only. Event runs 19.00 p.m. - 21.00p.m. Tickets are charged at £6 Adults, £4 child. Please book a ticket for all members of your party. Please be aware that we will be walking over uneven ground and in failing light, so please wear stout footwear such as walking boots and bring a torch with you. Also bring what you need (walking stick, hats, coats, drinking water etc) and wear clothing appropriate to weather on the night. Free parking is available on site. Toilet and baby changing facilities on site. Sorry No Dogs Allowed. If coming by public transport the number 10 bus runs regularly between Weymouth and Dorchester with the nearest bus stop at Nottington Lane. If travelling from Dorchester nearest stop is Broadwey Methodist Church. It is then approximately a 10-15 minute walk to the centre via Dorchester Rd then Lorton Lane. If coming by train the nearest station is at Upwey followed by approximately 20 minute walk via Dorchester Rd then Lorton Lane. Further information from Wild Chesil Centre - Tel 01305 206191 Email chesilbeach@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk BOOKING ESSENTIAL Terms and Conditions for Participants DWT reserves the right to cancel the event at any time. In the event of DWT cancelling an event, a full refund will be issued. DWT reserves the right to reschedule events in the event of unfavourable conditions and offer alternative dates or issue a full refund. Cancelling your booking Cancellations are accepted at the discretion of Dorset Wildlife Trust and a reasonable cancellation cause should be provided by the participant. You may request a cancellation up to 7 days before the date of the course or workshop. You may be charged an administration fee. Noctule Bat copyright Tom Moore Information Source: Dorset Wildlife Trust | eventbrite

Join us for Family Movie Night on the Lawn! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and loved ones for a cozy evening under the stars. We’ll be showing a family-friendly film on the big screen, with popcorn and refreshments available. It’s the perfect way to unwind and make memories together—don’t miss it! Spellbound: When a powerful spell turns her parents into giant monsters, a teenage princess must journey into the wild to reverse the curse before it's too late. Information Source: Maynard's Restaurant | eventbrite

This 2 day program operates from 9am – 1pm each day with 2x surf lessons and lunch in between! BOOK THROUGH OUR WEBSITE: https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/school-holiday-program/ Simply drop kids off at 9am and pick them up again at 1pm! Available at Mangawhai or Orewa beach! All kids and teens are grouped into ages and abilities, all newbies and beginners get proper introduction lessons to get them riding waves.This program is a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends! The School Holiday Program runs during terms 1 & 3, also sometimes the week before Christmas! It is a one of a kind learning experience for kids aged 6-15. Program Dates: Term 1 School Holidays Term 3 School Holidays What's included: ALL equipment; surfboards, wetsuits, rash shirts, qualified and experienced instructors Fun and exciting with 3 levels of surfing ability For all levels of surfers or those who have never surfed before! Cost: $199 for 2-day program When: 9am – 1pm Term 3, 2025 Mon 22nd & 23rd September 2025 Thu 25th & Fri 26th September 2025 Mon 29th & Tue 30th September 2025 Thu 2nd & Fri 3rd October 2025 Term 1, 2026 Tue 7th & Wed 8th April 2026 Thu 9th & Fri 10th April 2026 Mon 13th & Tue 14th April 2026 Thu 16th & Fri 17th April 2026 Choose location: Orewa & Mangawhai BOOK THROUGH OUR WEBSITE: https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/school-holiday-program/ Information Source: Aotearoa Surf School | eventbrite

This 2 day program operates from 9am – 1pm each day with 2x surf lessons and lunch in between! BOOK THROUGH OUR WEBSITE: https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/school-holiday-program/ Simply drop kids off at 9am and pick them up again at 1pm! Available at Mangawhai or Orewa beach! All kids and teens are grouped into ages and abilities, all newbies and beginners get proper introduction lessons to get them riding waves.This program is a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends! The School Holiday Program runs during terms 1 & 3, also sometimes the week before Christmas! It is a one of a kind learning experience for kids aged 6-15. Program Dates: Term 1 School Holidays Term 3 School Holidays What's included: ALL equipment; surfboards, wetsuits, rash shirts, qualified and experienced instructors Fun and exciting with 3 levels of surfing ability For all levels of surfers or those who have never surfed before! Cost: $199 for 2-day program When: 9am – 1pm Term 3, 2025 Mon 22nd & 23rd September 2025 Thu 25th & Fri 26th September 2025 Mon 29th & Tue 30th September 2025 Thu 2nd & Fri 3rd October 2025 Term 1, 2026 Tue 7th & Wed 8th April 2026 Thu 9th & Fri 10th April 2026 Mon 13th & Tue 14th April 2026 Thu 16th & Fri 17th April 2026 Choose location: Orewa & Mangawhai BOOK THROUGH OUR WEBSITE: https://aotearoasurf.co.nz/school-holiday-program/ Information Source: Aotearoa Surf School | eventbrite

Welcome to Open Evening 2025! Come join us at Rodborough for an exciting evening filled with fun activities and informative sessions. This is your chance to explore our campus, meet our faculty, and get a taste of the vibrant community here at Rodborough. Whether you're a prospective student, a parent, or simply curious about what we have to offer, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about what we do. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see firsthand what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you to Rodborough. Information Source: Rodborough | eventbrite

Looking to live in the world in positive, affirmative, and sustainable ways? Looking to find new, inspiring and economically viable ways to build lives and communities? Permaculture is about living lightly on the planet, in harmony with nature and making sure that we can sustain human activities for many generations to come. Using a vibrant combination of theory and practice, our Introduction to Permaculture course will introduce you to - observation techniques - natural systems and patterns - ethics and principles of permaculture - permaculture design tools What to expect The course is informative and interactive. You will leave having designed a permaculture space, putting into practice everything you have learned. Additionally, you will have the grounding to be able to progress onto the full Permaculture Design Course. Our setting is a developing permaculture smallholding in North Somerset. Details of our exact location will be shared on booking. Facilitators This course is facilitated by Liz from Grow South Permaculture Liz is a mother, sustainability professional, eco-retrofit project manager, gardener, and chartered civil engineer with a Diploma in Applied Permaculture Design and has been teaching introductory Permaculture courses for 12 years. She had a thriving urban permaculture garden with a mini orchard, pond, hugel beds and much more. She is now building a permaculture smallholding. She also has a passion for alternative forms of education for children. FAQs What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event? Trains to Yatton, a car share will be arranged to collect participants arriving by train. Buses to Clevedon. Plenty of free parking available on site. How can I contact the organiser with any more questions? Please contact Liz: growsouthpermaculture@gmail.com What can I bring into the event? We will be working outside, so be prepared for the weather. What ticket options are there? We have a pay what you can afford ticket option to make this event accessible to all. Information Source: Grow South | eventbrite