# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for Open Late at the Gallery, our after-dark series where art, music, performance, food and creative surprises collide.

To celebrate 'Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now', we’re hosting an unmissable evening with local and international artists and performers bringing the show to life through poetry, movement, music and more.

During the event, enjoy special late-night access to 'Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now', with evening ticket pricing of $20 for adults and $15 for concession visitors.

Entry to Open Late is free and free exhibition spaces in the Gallery will be open.

Tickets must be purchased separately to visit 'Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now' and the talks and performances within the exhibition space. Purchase tickets online and special Open Late pricing will be automatically applied at cart, or grab a ticket at the Gallery on the night.

What to expect
Expect poetry readings from Jiaqiao Liu and Zephyr Zhang and contemporary performance from artist Xin Ji and painter Tony Guo’s SPACE DRAG, curated specially for 'Forever Tomorrow'.

Enjoy live music and beats from Ersha Island 二沙岛, Raging Flowers and DJ EDYONTHEBEAT plus food and drinks from local favourites Sumthin Dumplin and Lucky Mate.

Visit our website for the full line-up of the night.

Open Lates are proudly supported by Auckland Council and the City Centre Targeted Rate.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/auckland/auckland-art-gallery-open-late/200030109002654
- **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, literary-art, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 227

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Auckland
- **state**: AU
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Corner Kitchener and Wellesley Streets, Auckland, New Zealand 1010
- **lat**: -36.85153
- **long**: 174.76589
- **full address**: Corner Kitchener and Wellesley Streets, Auckland, New Zealand 1010, New Zealand

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late being held?
  - **A:** Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Corner Kitchener and Wellesley Streets, Auckland, New Zealand 1010, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late?
  - **A:** Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late is organized by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Auckland Art Gallery | Open Late is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Auckland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 220+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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