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Central Otago District Arts Trust

Hello

'What's On' in Central Otago December & January

It is officially summer-Hooray!

Our region truly springs to life over the summer season, the influx of holiday makers, gloriously long hot days and plenty of exciting events combine to create a festive atmosphere that is too easy to get used too!

On Saturday night I had the pleasure of attending the opening of the ‘Muster of Artists’ exhibition at Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery.  A beautifully curated selection of works from a range of disciplines by significant artists in the Central Otago region. The exhibition will run until the end of January and is certainly worth a look.

The Alexandra, Old Cromwell, Maniototo and Clyde markets have started again and are gaining momentum every year.   All markets have a vast array of artisan treats, local produce, and fabulous jewellery and crafts available to purchase. 

Historic Clyde is rapidly expanding with an influx of galleries showcasing local artists, jewellers and photographers. This coupled with a collection of fantastic eateries, and the Clyde Cinema, make it a wonderful spot to spend the day.

This year we are spoilt for choice with music festivals and entertainment over the summer period. Such beautiful countryside means we can boast the best spots to host performances such as the Gibbston Valley Summer Concert, the River Range Music Festival in Cromwell and even UB40 at the Waitiri Creek Winery in January.  Try to support these performances, go and see an exhibition and shop our businesses so we can keep getting more class acts.

Have a great Christmas and New Year!

What's On

The Queenstown Art Centre - Art Awards 2016

The Queenstown Art Centre - Art Awards 2016

Fri, 25 November 2016 - Wed, 21 December 2016

Make sure you get along to see this wonderful exhibition from our 2016 Art Awards and …

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OCTA GALLERY - 47 degrees South Rakiura project exhibition

OCTA GALLERY - 47 degrees South Rakiura project exhibition

Thu, 1 December 2016 - Mon, 30 January 2017

In November 2015, Wellington’s Solander Gallery invited a group of five …

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Central Stories - A Muster of Artists

Central Stories - A Muster of Artists

Sun, 4 December 2016 - Sun, 22 January 2017 @ 10am - 4pm

This is a very significant show featuring many of the best artists in Central Otago …

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Central Cinema - Coming up

Central Cinema - Coming up

Mon, 5 December 2016 - Tue, 31 January 2017

To see the best films in our cosy cinema in central Alexandra go to

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Clyde Cinema - Coming up

Clyde Cinema - Coming up

Mon, 5 December 2016 - Tue, 31 January 2017

This lovely boutique cinema in Clyde offers a fine selection of up-to-date screenings in …

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Arthurs Cinema - Coming up

Arthurs Cinema - Coming up

Mon, 5 December 2016 - Tue, 31 January 2017

To see the latest films on at the new Arthurs Cinema in Cromwell go to:

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Choice film screening - Queenstown

Choice film screening - Queenstown

Thu, 8 December 2016 @ 6.30pm

Film-makers Greg Hopkinson and Sally Lewis have spent the last year creating 'Choice', a …

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Arthurs Cinema - Charity Film Night

Arthurs Cinema - Charity Film Night

Thu, 8 December 2016 @ 6pm

PLEASE HELP US HELP OTHERS - CHARITY FILM NIGHT for all ages

Secret Santa is a …

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Alexandra Summer Markets 2016

Alexandra Summer Markets 2016

Sat, 10 December 2016 - Sat, 25 February 2017 @ 10am - 2pm

 The Alexandra Summer markets are on every Saturday  in Pioneer Park from 10am …

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Dance Works end of year show

Dance Works end of year show

Sat, 10 December 2016 @ 12 - 2pm and 5.30 - 7.30pm

Danceworks End of Year Dance Show is back again with this year's theme being "Classics." …

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Hullabaloo - Deck the Halls

Hullabaloo - Deck the Halls

Sat, 10 December 2016 - Sat, 7 January 2017 @ 5pm start

Our Christmas Show opens with a bit of a party next Saturday the 10th of December from …

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A Christmas Song

A Christmas Song

Sun, 11 December 2016 @ 4.00pm - 6.00pm

Remarkable Vocals brings you a charming selection of Christmas songs for ensemble choir. …

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Ben's Little Big Day Out 2016

Ben's Little Big Day Out 2016

Sun, 11 December 2016 @ 12 noon onwards

A fundraising event to support Food for Thought. A programme by Social Opportunity Group …

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Carols in the park

Carols in the park

Sun, 18 December 2016 @ 6 - 8pm

Join us for another great event brought to you by the Combined Churches of Alexandra.

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Clyde Christmas Bonanza

Clyde Christmas Bonanza

Thu, 22 December 2016 @ 6pm - 8pm

Clyde Christmas Bonanza

Come along for an evening of shopping in the Historic Clyde …

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FREE Talk: What is the Centre for Space Science Technology?

FREE Talk: What is the Centre for Space Science Technology?

Thu, 22 December 2016 @ 7pm - 8.30pm

You've heard about it in the news, but what exactly is the Centre for Space Science …

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Alexandra Community Christmas Day BBQ Lunch

Alexandra Community Christmas Day BBQ Lunch

Sun, 25 December 2016 @ 12 noon

Free event for all ages starting at 12 noon

The Alexandra Community Christmas BBQ Lunch is …

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Queenstown New Year's Eve Celebrations 2016

Queenstown New Year's Eve Celebrations 2016

Sat, 31 December 2016 @ 7.30pm

New Year's Eve for many is a highlight on Queenstown's event calendar.

Positioned on the …

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Wanaka New Year's Eve Celebrations 2016

Wanaka New Year's Eve Celebrations 2016

Sat, 31 December 2016 @ 8pm

New Year's Eve for many is a highlight on Wanaka's event calendar.

Positioned on the …

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Top Paddock Music Festival

Top Paddock Music Festival

Sat, 31 December 2016 @ 3pm

Top Paddock Music Festival is New Zealand's newest inaugural event showcasing national …

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Cromwell Wine and Food Festival

Cromwell Wine and Food Festival

Mon, 2 January 2017 @ 3pm till 8pm

On the first weekend of January the Wine & Food Festival is held in the picturesque …

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The Veils, Total Depravity Tour

The Veils, Total Depravity Tour

Thu, 5 January 2017

Led by Kiwi singer Finn Andrews, the Veils are back from London to tour their latest …

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UB40

UB40

Thu, 5 January 2017 @ 4.00pm - 10.00pm

“The Red Red Wine Vineyard tour was a huge hit last summer" says promoter Jackie …

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Art in the Garden 2017

Art in the Garden 2017

Sat, 7 January 2017 - Sun, 8 January 2017

Art in the Garden

This year the event is being held along Tarbert Street and Manuherikia …

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River Range Music Fest 2017

River Range Music Fest 2017

Sat, 14 January 2017 @ 11.30am - 1.30am

River Range Is back for 2017 for the 4th Edition!

After a successful 2016 Fest- The …

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Annual Vallance Cottage Picnic

Annual Vallance Cottage Picnic

Sun, 22 January 2017 @ 11.30 - 4pm

The annual Vallance Cottage Picnic is again on this year and will be held at the Vallance …

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Oh No It Isn't

Oh No It Isn't

Fri, 27 January 2017 - Sun, 29 January 2017

Remarkable Theatre presents 'Oh No it Isn't!'

27 - 29 January, Queenstown Gardens.

A …

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