Hawke's Bay Arts Trail

Hawke’s Bay’s artists are throwing open the doors of their studios to welcome you in! Join us for two weekends of creative magic - 8/9 and 15/16 November - 10am-4pm!

Enjoy a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into artist studios and special spaces in a vibrant celebration of creativity, connection and community. Make your way across our region, stopping along the way to meet painters, potters, sculptors and carvers and more in their special spaces. Be inspired by their creative processes and discover the story behind that unique piece before taking it home.

Enjoy collaborative pop-up spaces, group exhibitions and our special Food & Art hub at Hygge Café.

Gather your friends and family for two unforgettable weekends of incredible art - our creatives can’t wait to see you!

Use the Guidebook year-round. Note the 'Off-Trail' section - artists who are not open during November's Trail event but welcome your enquiry during the year.

The Participants

Explore our participants page and discover artists, galleries, groups and more who are ready to welcome you in. Launching 5 Sept.

Download the Guidebook

Download the complete 2025 Guidebook with information and maps to help you plan your Trail. Alternatively pick one up from Hastings Arts Centre, Creative Arts Napier or a regional isite. Launching 5 Sept.

Demonstrations, Workshops & Events

Released closer to the Trail, look here for a full list of extra activities to enjoy. Have a go throwing clay on a wheel, book your child into a painting workshop, or sit back and watch a painting take shape. List released October 20.

Public Art

Use our Guidebook to self-tour our region's stunning Public Art.

Visitor Survey - win a $200 voucher!

We love hearing about your experience on the Trail and how we can make it even better. Fill out a brief survey after your Trail and be in to win a $200 voucher from Humanity Books & Fine Art (link to survey live from 8 Nov).

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