Join us for a vibrant winter evening filled with live DJ and jazz music, delicious food trucks and a pop-up bar. You will also be able to step into interactive art activations and immerse yourself in the vibrant colour and rhythms of Impressionist and Modern art – and even create your own artwork using just your phone!
Admission to the late night is FREE, and tickets to A Century of Modern Art will be available to purchase on the night. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the show by night.
Open Late: Thursday 21 August 2025
No booking required! Just drop by and immerse yourself in an evening of art, culture and creativity! Open Lates are proudly supported by Auckland Council and the city centre targeted rate.
Location: Te Ātea | North Atrium
Cost: Free.
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Visit outside weekend and school-holiday mornings for a quieter experience, or head along during relaxed hours on most Tuesdays from 3pm to 5pm.
Getting there
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Auckland Art Gallery is on the corner of Kitchener and Wellesley Streets in the city centre. Te Waihorotiu Station is around a 5-minute walk away, while Waitematā Station and the ferry terminal are around a 15-minute walk. The OuterLink also stops nearby on Wellesley Street East. For more transport information, check out our Getting Around page.
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