Ian Preece Photography Workshops and Print Sales
Join me for a small group workshop or bespoke photography class on the Coromandel Peninsula, Great Barrier Island, Tiritiri Matangi or Ohiwa-Ohope in New Zealand. I also run regular exhibitions of my work and sell prints directly and through selected galleries.
Mercury Bay Art Escape
This iconic Mercury Bay event is held each year in early March. This first Art Escape weekend is scheduled for the 1st & 2nd and the 8th & 9th of March. A FREE event and opportunity to explore the Coromandel's artists studios, see their work, talk and even purchase their work.
Mercury Bay Historical Society Coffee Catch-up
All are welcome to join the regular Mercury Bay Historical Society coffee catch-ups. For those interested in history - it's a great chance to meet likeminded people and to hear fascinating speakers.
Peninsula Writers Festival - Author Sessions
Two author sessions held each Thursday 29th May - 26th of June. The inaugural Coromandel Peninsula Writers Festival is your chance to meet talented New Zealand authors! View dates and details for each session below.
Whitianga Waka Ama
Mercury Bay Library Events
Weekly events and activities at various times run at the Mercury Bay Library throughout the year and over the school holiday periods. And of course come on in any day they are open to get your favourite books for some excellent reading!
Mercury Twin Cinema Whitianga Movie Times
Looking for movies times in Whitianga this week? We've got the latest movie session times for you to view at the two big screens at the Mercury Twin Cinemas.
If you have a love of theatre, then join the Offbeat Theatre Company in Whitianga.
Whitianga Art Group Summer Exhibition
The Whitianga Art Group are holding their annual summer exhibition until 12 January 2025.
Mercury Bay Quilters
Come and join the Mercury Bay Quilters based in Whitianga who are enthusiastic about this wonderful craft.
Gala Opening - Peninsula Writers Festival
Come and join us for this special opening night gala. We welcome you to the inaugural Peninsula Writers' Festival. Come and meet the writers!
The Mercury Bay Art Escape Trust aims to promote and develop the growth of the visual arts in the Mercury Bay area in particular, and the wider Coromandel Peninsula in general.
