Living Arts Chillout Space

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Cultural Events

Unwind at the free Living Arts Chillout Space in Aotea Centre, 31 October - 1 November. Enjoy Indian instrumantal sounds, calming visuals, art talks, and quiet meditation.

31 Oct - 01 Nov, 2026

Free event
Aotea Centre
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Words by Discover Auckland
Last updated 01 Oct 2026

Take a break from the buzz of the festival at the Living Arts Space. This free zone offers headphones, calming visuals and space for quiet meditation – the perfect way to pause and recharge during the celebrations.

Location

Te wāhi

Aotea Centre

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Local tip

He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Arrive early and explore the Aotea Arts Quarter. The Civic, Auckland Town Hall, Q Theatre and plenty of dining options are all within a short walk.

Getting there

Te huarahi ki reira

Aotea Centre is in Aotea Square on Queen Street, in the heart of the city centre. Te Waihorotiu Station is nearby, with frequent bus services along Queen Street and surrounding streets. If driving, The Civic Car Park is the closest option. For more transport information, check out our Getting Around page.

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FEATURING: SHIBANI JAIN - BAAYA DESIGN

Indian Art Talks

Session 1: Five Indian art traditions

Explore five Indian art traditions – Gond, Madhubani, Bhil, Pithora and Warli. Discover how their stories, symbols and practices reveal deep connections to nature, community, spirituality and ancient ways of understanding our world.

📍Aotea Centre - Living Arts Space

📅 31 October

🕛 3 - 4pm

💲Free

Session 2: Two lands, one living earth

Explore connections between India and Aotearoa through nature, mythology and sacred symbols, from Garuda and Pouākai to Bhudevi and Papatūānuku, revealing how both cultures understand Earth as living, ancestral and deeply interconnected.