Fri 5 Jun · Pioneer Hall, Port Chalmers

The Wellington Sea Shanty Society sails into Pioneer Hall to launch their new EP with a night of rousing folk songs from the sea.

Fri 5 Jun · Brew Bar

Brew Bar’s weekly live covers night featuring tribute sets and crowd favourites alongside the taps.

Thu 4 Jun · Dunedin Musicians Club

Open jam at the Dunedin Musicians Club – bring an instrument or come along to listen to the city’s players.

Tue 9 Jun · Regent Theatre

A theatrical concert journey through traditional Irish music, song and dance at the Regent Theatre.

Sat 6 Jun · Dunedin Public Art Gallery

Artist Nick Austin discusses his work and practice in this free public talk at the Dunedin Public Art Gallery.

Thu 4 Jun · Dunedin Public Art Gallery

Bring an artwork from home and get expert advice from gallery staff on care, conservation and context.

Through Jun · The Oval

A full big-top circus season under canvas at The Oval, packed with aerial, acrobatic and comedy acts for all ages.

Wed 3 Jun · Inch Bar

Inch Bar’s long-running midweek comedy night featuring a rotating line-up of local stand-ups.

Thu 4 Jun · Moons

A weekly comedy showcase at Moons bringing a mix of new and established Dunedin comedians to the mic.

Sat 6 Jun · Mayfair Theatre

A family-friendly stage hypnosis show at the Mayfair where volunteers from the audience become the stars.

Tue 9 Jun · Toitū Otago Settlers Museum

A weekly guided talk and discussion session at Toitū Otago Settlers Museum exploring a different theme from the collection each week.

Wed 3 Jun · The Garden School of Art

Tutored life drawing class focused on figure and anatomy at The Garden School of Art – suitable for all levels.

Wed 3 Jun · Dunedin City Library (Dunningham Suite)

Weekly writers’ workshop at the City Library for sharing work, peer feedback and craft discussion.

Tue 9 Jun · Dunedin Public Art Gallery

A free, gentle morning gallery tour designed for under-5s and their caregivers at the Dunedin Public Art Gallery.

Thu 4 Jun · Dunedin Public Art Gallery

A free drop-in advice session – bring along an artwork and chat with gallery staff about it.

Sat 7 Jun · Dunedin Railway Station

Saturday morning farmers market with up to 75 stalls of Otago produce, baking, cheese, coffee and brunch, 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station.

Sat 6 Jun · Regent Theatre

A one-day sale of vinyl, CDs, books, DVDs and music memorabilia in the foyer of the Regent Theatre.

From Wed 10 Jun · Toitū Otago Settlers Museum

An ongoing community craft project at Toitū where visitors can help stitch a collective tapestry telling Otago stories.

Fri 12 & Sat 13 Jun · First Church & Moray Place

Dunedin’s flagship winter celebration returns with lantern processions, illuminated sculptures and music in central Ōtepoti.

Sun 14 Jun · Trinity Catholic College Auditorium

St Kilda Brass present a Sunday afternoon variety concert showcasing the band’s younger players.

Thu 25 Jun · Pearl Diver

The Veils bring their Fragile World tour to Pearl Diver with both an early and a late show, supported by Jazmine Mary.

Sun 28 Jun · Hanover Hall

A Sunday afternoon classical concert at Hanover Hall featuring local musicians and a programme of seasonal favourites.