Muriwai Artists Collective Open Studios and Art Trail

Visit over 20 artists in their studios and in pop galleries - refreshments available along the Trail - family and pet friendly. Free event. MURIWAI ARTISTS COLLECTIVE OPEN STUDIOS AND ART TRAIL 2/3 MAY 2026 - 10am - 4pm both days. Just 40 minutes from Auckland’s CBD, Muriwai Beach is a wild and wonderful west coast community. Famous for its sweeping black sand, powerful surf and dramatic cliff-top gannet colony, it’s also home to a vibrant collective of award-winning local artists. Discover the work of talented creatives across painting, photography, jewellery, ceramics, rusticology, mixed media, sculpture and textiles. Inspired by the raw coastal landscape, their art comes alive through workshops, exhibitions, open studios and immersive experiences. Family-friendly and welcoming to all. Come and meet the artists and find out what happens behind the scenes in an artist’s studio! All our artists are based in Muriwai and include painters, potters, photographers, sculptors, multimedia, jewellery, textiles, and showcase the diverse ideas and perceptions of a truly dedicated group of artists. Refreshments available along the Trail. Look for the blue flags!