Whirinaki Whare Taonga

Whirinaki Whare Taonga Whirinaki Whare Taonga is a vibrant arts centre featuring art, culture, history and events. Entry to galleries is free!

Whirinaki Whare Taonga is a fantastic arts centre just 30 minutes drive from Wellington. The complex includes:
* a 200-seat theatrical performance venue - Gillies Group Theatre
* the public art galleries for the city - The Gilies Gallery, Heretaunga Rotary Gallery, Mitre 10 MEGA Create and Golden Homes Galleries
* the civic hall event and recreation venue - The Professionals Recreation Hall
* a l

icensed cafe and caterer - Dough Bakery. Galleries and iTicket box office are open 9am to 4pm Monday to Sunday. Dough Bakery is open 7.00am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 7.00am to late Friday and Saturday 8.00am to late. More than an arts centre, all the elements of Whirinaki are available for hire, seven days per week.

Happy National Volunteer Week and thank you to everyone who volunteers with us here at Whirinaki. If you are keen to joi...
13/06/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week and thank you to everyone who volunteers with us here at Whirinaki. If you are keen to join the party, apply online at www.whirinakiarts.com. We would love to have you!

Got a mini-me who's obsessed with rocks and eruptions? Bring them to Ruamoko, Restless Land this weekend! Open 10am - 4p...
12/06/2026

Got a mini-me who's obsessed with rocks and eruptions? Bring them to Ruamoko, Restless Land this weekend! Open 10am - 4pm and the best part? It's free! ๐ŸŽ‰

11/06/2026

Coming soon to Whirinaki Whare Taonga! 31 Oct 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 with entry by donation.

18 Jun 2026 | 7.30pm ๐Ÿ’ซ Tickets from $35.00 ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Don't miss Internationally celebrated soloist pianist, and winner of the B...
08/06/2026

18 Jun 2026 | 7.30pm ๐Ÿ’ซ Tickets from $35.00 ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Don't miss Internationally celebrated soloist pianist, and winner of the Best Classical Artist at the 2025 Aotearoa Music Awards

Unlock the magic of sound as we embark on a thrilling journey to discover how visionary composers across cultures and eras bring their worlds to life through music! ๐ŸŒŽ As a globally acclaimed concert pianist, Dr. Jian Liu has electrified audiences in Europe, Asia, and North America with his mesmerizing performances. โœจ

Biting satire and theatre wizardry in 'Social Animal' come to Whirinaki tomorrow night. There are still tickets left to ...
04/06/2026

Biting satire and theatre wizardry in 'Social Animal' come to Whirinaki tomorrow night.

There are still tickets left to experience a 'glorious theatre piece' not to be missed. Joe loses everything; his career, marriage and carefully curated public image, only to get a stray greyhound following him home. Can he find room in his heart for an ill-disciplined animal with insecurity issues almost as big as his own? Tickets $25 at the door.

Delve into the realm of Rลซaumoko, the atua of volcanoes and earthquakes, and the youngest child of Ranginui and Papatลซฤnuki.

03/06/2026

Need a good laugh? Get a ticket to this hilarious show about a dog and his new best friend. Social Animals present biting satire and theatre wizardry with award-winning actor Stephen Papps. This Friday, 8pm, with tickets $25 at www.whirinakiarts.org.nz

The funniest show on four legs. Stephen Papps plays twelve characters โ€“ including a dog โ€“ in this gloriously funny solo ...
01/06/2026

The funniest show on four legs. Stephen Papps plays twelve characters โ€“ including a dog โ€“ in this gloriously funny solo tour de force. Social Animal is this week Friday, 8pm for just $25 at www.whirinakiarts.org.nz

It's the king's birthday today and we're throwing a party (aka we're open)! Swing by for a royally good coffee or lunch,...
31/05/2026

It's the king's birthday today and we're throwing a party (aka we're open)! Swing by for a royally good coffee or lunch, and a game of Chess or Connect 4 in our Let's Play exhibition. 10am-4pm.

Who's ready to party like it's 1982?! ๐ŸŽ‰ The Warratahs, NZ's favorites, are back and still rocking out after 40+ years!  ...
30/05/2026

Who's ready to party like it's 1982?! ๐ŸŽ‰ The Warratahs, NZ's favorites, are back and still rocking out after 40+ years! Catch them 8pm tonight at Whirinaki (long weekend, baby!) bringing the noise with their new album and all the old faves. Tix only $40. www.whirinakiarts.org.nz

Address

836 Fergusson Drive
Upper Hutt
5140

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+6445272168

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