OPEN STUDIOS WAITĀKERE
Visiting Studios
Take your time
Open Studios Waitakere, is designed to be enjoyed on your own terms.
This event is designed for you to explore at your leisure—take your time, savour each moment, and immerse yourself in the creativity around you. Wander from studio to studio, pause to chat with artists, and let your curiosity guide you.
Whether you spend a few minutes or an hour at each location, it’s all about enjoying the journey. So come and experience art in a way that feels right for you!
Make your own way around the Open Studios using our Map. Take your car – fill it with friends or ride your bike!
If you are intending on purchasing artworks, we suggest taking cash, although many artists will accept payment via bank transfer.
Studio Map
The Open Studios map shows the positions of all studios and venues open for visits across the weekend between 10am-4pm.
You can use this map as a guide.
Visit the Artists listings on our website and view their corresponding "map number". Click through on the listing to find out more, including physical addresses and details on opening days and accessibility. It's best to check before you arrive as some are only open on one day of the event weekend, or have instructions for parking etc.
Pick up a brochure at a local cafe or library in the Wāitakere Ranges, or download your copy below.
Plan Your Trail with the Auckland Stories App
Explore Open Studios Waitākere your way with our self-guided art trail using the Auckland Stories App. It’s free, easy to use, and helps you navigate between studios, learn about each artist, and plan your perfect creative day out.
How it works:
Download the Auckland Stories App – available free from the App Store or Google Play or view on the web or scan the QR code
In the App, search “Open Studios Waitākere”
Follow the tour and discover artists across the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area
Plan your route, get directions, and explore at your own pace, all from your phone.
