Things to do
Friday 22 May
Make & Play: Porotiti Workshop. Craft your very own porotiti and then learn how to play it. Free, bookings required. 1pm, Tūhura Otago Museum.
Book Launch: Layers of Identity. Join us to celebrate the launch of a new collection of poetry, essays, and speeches by Ōtepoti rangatahi (aged 8–24). 4:30–5pm (programme), 5–6pm (refreshments and networking), City Library.
Gigs, comedy & shows
Prince of the Psychiatric System. 7pm, New Athenaeum Theatre.
Julian Temple. 7pm, Starfish Cafe and Bar.
Sister Act. 7:30pm, Coronation Hall, Mosgiel.
Weber Bros presents 'THE CIRCUS’. 7:30pm, The Oval.
Romeo and Juliet. 7:30pm, Globe Theatre, Dunedin.
Queen's And King's present The Wizard Of Oz. 7pm, Performing Arts Centre, Bayview Road.
Funhaus do Iggy and The Stooges. 8pm, The Crown Hotel. (alternative, art noise)
Saturday 23 May
Otago Farmers Market. Fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, eggs, baked goods, milk, cheese, nuts, honey and artisan products + freshly roasted coffee and delicious breakfast and lunch items. 8am–12:30pm, Dunedin Railway Station.
be-loved. Vintage & Pre-loved Market. Winter edition. Free entry. 11am–4pm, Dunedin Community Centre, Princes Street.
Artist Talk: The Art of Boro. Join textile artist Pip Steel for an engaging talk exploring the history and practice of boro, a traditional Japanese technique centred on repair, reuse, and storytelling through cloth. Free, bookings required. 11am, Tūhura Otago Museum.
Spin Drum Workshop. Decorate a spin drum, then take it home and play. $2, bookings required. 11am & 12pm, Tūhura Otago Museum.
Future Sound Acoustic Open Mic. An opportunity for local musicians and emerging artists to perform live as part of Music Month celebrations. Free. 11:30am, City Library.
Composting, Bokashi and worm farming workshop. Free. Afternoon tea and notes provided. Registration essential. 1–5pm, Upper Junction.
Introduction to Boro Stitching. Explore Japanese stitch and mending techniques in a relaxed, open studio-style session led by Pip Steel. Bookings required, recommended koha $5. 1–3pm, Tūhura Otago Museum.
From Synth to Screen. Otepoti-based musician and video game designer Stef Animal takes you inside her creative process. Koha, bookings essential. 3.30–5pm, Tūhura Planetarium.
Gigs, comedy & shows
Campbell Kneale + Tristan Dingemans (duo) w/ Sewage. 1pm, RdC Espresso.
Dunedin Youth Orchestra presents Mix Tape. 3pm, Knox Church.
Prince of the Psychiatric System. 7pm, New Athenaeum Theatre.
Weber Bros presents 'THE CIRCUS’. 2pm & 7:30pm, The Oval.
Romeo and Juliet. 7:30pm, Globe Theatre, Dunedin.
Sister Act. 7:30pm, Coronation Hall, Mosgiel.
Queen's And King's present The Wizard Of Oz. 2pm, Performing Arts Centre, Bayview Road.
Sonic Convergence. 8pm, The Crown Hotel. (Metal, electronic)
Frank On Tap Metro Tour Dunedin. 8pm, Pearl Diver. (Alternative, rock)
Sunday 24 May
Guinea Pig Show. Gold coin entry. 10am–2pm, Green Island Civic Hall.
be-loved. Vintage & Pre-loved Market. Winter edition. Free entry. 11am–4pm, Dunedin Community Centre, Princes Street.
Sashiko Stitch and Patching Workshop. Experiment with the art of decorative repair using recycled textiles in this hands-on workshop. $55, bookings required. 11am-2pm, Tūhura Otago Museum.
Gigs, comedy & shows
Weber Bros presents 'THE CIRCUS’. 12pm & 4pm, The Oval.
Dunedin Harmony Chorus. Free. 2pm, Toitū Otago Settlers Museum.
Prince of the Psychiatric System. 2pm, New Athenaeum Theatre.
Romeo and Juliet. 2pm, Globe Theatre, Dunedin.
George and Martinette. 7:30pm, Dunedin Folk Club.
And that’s your weekend round-up. Got an event you’d like to feature? Drop me a line here → [email protected]
Thanks for reading,
Emma
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