Welcome to the Wanaka Arts Society

Wanaka is a small town nestled between soaring mountains and pristine lakes in southern New Zealand. Heralded as one of the most beautiful places in the world, it hosts some of the best winter sports facilities to be found in the country and in summer a sublime climate that nourishes hundreds of hectares of grapes. It is also home to a vibrant community of artists and craftspeople who embrace a wide sphere of artistic endeavour.

The Wanaka Arts Society acts as an umbrella organisation to many groups, (painting, embroidery, quilt making, creative fibre, sculpture, woodcrafts, printmaking and photography) by bringing them all together into two major exhibitions each year at the Easter and Labour Day weekend holidays. These are held at the Lake Wanaka Centre, attract many hundreds of people and are generously supported by local sponsors. Prizes are awarded on the opening night.

Membership of the Arts Society is relatively inexpensive and brings many benefits to those who join. If you wish to contact us email us

This website developed with the support of the Upper Clutha Community Arts Council.