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Welcome to The Arts Village – Rotorua’s Creative Hub

Located in the heart of Rotorua, The Arts Village is a vibrant, community-driven arts centre that offers something for everyone. We provide a welcoming space where locals and visitors can connect, create, and be inspired.

From exhibitions, workshops, and community events to artist residencies, family-friendly activities, and artisan markets — there’s always something happening at The Arts Village. Home to local arts and cultural groups, our purpose-built centre features three galleries, a pottery studio, co-op art shop, and a cosy on-site café.

Whether you’re an artist, art lover, or just curious, come and explore the creative energy that makes The Arts Village a proud and unique part of Rotorua’s cultural landscape.

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WĀHI PŌHEWA Imagination studio

Tuesday – Friday 9am – 2pm
Saturday 10am – 2pm

An Open Invitation to Artists

With the closing of Piccalo Café (and we hope the team are doing okay), something unexpected and beautiful has begun to happen. Artists have started naturally gravitating toward the space, bringing sketchbooks, paints, clay, ideas, conversations, and creative energy back into the heart of The Arts Village.

So we’re making it official.

The Cottage Gallery is now open to artists every day from 9am–2pm, free of charge.

Bring your art gear. Bring your unfinished project. Bring your good vibes.

Whether you paint, draw, write, stitch, sculpt, design, or simply need a creative place to think, this space is for you. No bookings, no pressure, no cost, just a warm, welcoming environment to create alongside other artists and creative souls.

Come for an hour or stay longer. Make art, share ideas, meet fellow creatives, and help fill the space with colour, conversation, and possibility.

Sometimes when one door closes, creativity opens another.

for more information Email: office@artsvillage.org.nz