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April 2023
Kids Easter Egg Hunt
We’re holding our annual Easter Egg Hunt again so time to load up the kids and head to Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens this coming Easter Sunday. If you want to come along in your bunny suit or other seasonal dress you won’t be alone. Egg tokens will be replenished during the day to ensure everyone goes home with Easter eggs. * Trail not suitable for wheelchairs or walking frames. Entry: $35 per family
Find out more »Helensville Art Trail
Visit the home studios of artists and sculptors! Studios are all conveniently situated within two kilometres of central Helensville. Head into Helensville for a wonderful way to spend the day. Head for Helensville and follow the signs. All studios have info and brochures. Works include: lost wax casting in bronze and crystal glass; figurative and abstract paintings and prints; corrugated iron shaped into incredible forms; intricate woodwork; elegantly hats for every occasion; mixed media creations and much more. Free Entry.
Find out more »May 2023
Helensville Art Trail
Visit the home studios of artists and sculptors! Studios are all conveniently situated within two kilometres of central Helensville. Head into Helensville for a wonderful way to spend the day. Head for Helensville and follow the signs. All studios have info and brochures. Works include: lost wax casting in bronze and crystal glass; figurative and abstract paintings and prints; corrugated iron shaped into incredible forms; intricate woodwork; elegantly hats for every occasion; mixed media creations and much more. Free Entry.
Find out more »October 2023
February 2024
Helensville A & P Show
The Helensville A & P Association held its first shoe in 1900 – and barring three occasions it’s been held every year since. The Helensville Show is easily the biggest event on Helensville annual calendar, and is the largest one-day show in the Royal Agricultural Society’s Northern District. Adults $15, Children under 16 FREE
Find out more »March 2024
The Kumeu Show
The Kumeu Show is "Udderly Great Family Entertainment" brining the Farm to the City. With a huge range of entertainment, activities, Animal Competitions and over 200 Trade Stalls, there is something for the whole family - young and old. A selection of Auckland's Best Street Food will be available for purchase or pack a picnic lunch. The Timber Sports and Shearing are a crowd pleasers with Highland Dancing on Saturday, Stage Performances and a Bar area to cool down with…
Find out more »May 2024
Helensville Art Trail
Free Admission. Third Sunday of each month until May. Open studios are all conveniently situated within three kilometres of central Helensville. Head into Helensville for a wonderful way to spend the day. Follow the signposts. All studios have maps and info. The artists have spent years honing their skills in an extensive variety of genres. Enjoy meeting them and gaining an insight into the processes involved in creating a diverse array of artworks. Works include: lost wax casting in bronze…
Find out more »October 2024
Labour Weekend Arts in the Ville
Arts in the Ville is an annual festival and art trail held over Labour Weekend that celebrates the many local artists in the area. Come and take advantage of this great opportunity to view, discuss and purchase art pieces from a huge range of artists across many different venues. These include open studios, venues and other pop-up spaces which will be marked clearly, and can be found on the map provided from the website as a download, or on-site in…
Find out more »January 2025
Art Centre, Helensville Exhibition
Our first exhibition back in January is Kaipara Awa - A River That Connects us. Entry forms and details can be found on our website under 'exhibitions to enter' for artists who wish to participate. Exhibition dates are 29th January - 22nd February, opening night for the community is 31st January 5-7pm! We look forward to seeing you in the new year with lots of creative things to look forward to! Merry Christmas from the Art Centre Helensville
Find out more »October 2025
Arts in The Ville 2025
10am – 4pm, Helensville’s ARTS in the VILLE is an annual festival and art trail, enjoy art demonstrations, exhibitions and displays, food carts, and fun activities for all ages. Experience a variety of art made by a huge range of local artists in different media, across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces. Purchase art directly from artists at open studios, collab groups and pop-ups. There will be a craft market, an emerging youth artists competition and a paper boat race. The map will be available for download at…
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