Ātanga: Fashion Showcase

Whatua ngā aho o te ātanga
Weave together the threads of beauty

Get glam for one stunning, exclusive night at Auckland Art Gallery. Start with cocktails and canapés under the night sky at the Gallery’s secret rooftop terrace overlooking Albert Park. Then, join Master of Ceremonies Luke Bird and rub shoulders with designers, Kim Fraser (Wasteless-Kiwi), Kiri Nathan (Kiri Nathan), Bobby Luke-Campbell (Campbell Luke) and Misty Ratima (The People), as you get up close and personal with a one-night only display of their contemporary kākahu.

View an exquisite selection of kākahu by late, renowned weavers Dame Rangimarie Hetet and her daughter Dr Diggeress Rangitutahi Te Kanawa in a showcase of traditional kākahu. Plus, enjoy live entertainment from songstress Taisha Tari and soul diva Betty-Anne Monga, also featuring solo saxophonist Donna Heke.

Explore Toi Tū Toi Ora: Contemporary Māori Art — the largest exhibition in the Gallery's 132-year history — throughout the night. 

Weaving cultural narratives and aesthetics of past, present and future. 

Tickets on sale now. Every ticket includes two cocktails, complimentary canapes, and an evening of entertainment and live music.

$70 entry, general admission
$50 entry exclusively for Auckland Art Gallery Members.

Cash bar available throughout the night.

 

 

Please note, this event will only take place if Auckland remains at COVID-19 Level 1. If the event should have to be cancelled, all ticket holders will be issued with a full refund.