Franklin Community Arts

07/08/2026

There's just one week till Community Arts Grant applications are due.

20/07/2026

Apply now for a community arts grant, open now until 15 August. Franklin Local Board want to support people living or working in Franklin, Tāmaki Makaurau, to encourage participation in the arts at a local level and to contribute to community wellbeing through arts activities.
https://forms.gle/6P9uwymQPz6Bjw5g6

Send this to someone you know who might be interested.
Got an idea but not sure how to go about it? Get in touch via our website and have a conversation about it, we may be able to help develop it.

For more info https://www.franklincommunityarts.co.nz/funding-for-projects.html

15/07/2026

Do you know anyone who might be keen to exhibit at the Franklin Arts Centre? They are now calling for proposals for 2027, follow the link for more info.

Reminder that applications are now open for Auckland Council gallery spaces including our NZ Steel Gallery for 2027's exhibition schedule.

There are sessions available to help support you in your application which will be held:

Thursday 16 July 12pm – 1pm (in person, Nathan Homestead Pukepuke)

Thursday 23 July 6pm – 7pm (online) - contact Franklin Arts Centre for the link

To apply to exhibit at Franklin Arts Centre in 2027 https://aucklandcouncil.smartygrants.com.au/FACCFP2027

24/06/2026

What does Matariki mean to you? Let the Pohutukawa Coast Arts Hub know by participating in their art competition.

29/05/2026

More musical talent in Franklin than you can throw a thrift shop CD at, get in amongst it in the welcoming atmosphere of the Franklin Centre in Pukekohe.

This Saturday 30th May, 10am - 11.30am NZ Modern School of Music will be putting on a showcase of student musical performances. Come down to Franklin Arts Centre and enjoy some live tunes.

07/05/2026

Change is coming, looking forward to seeing how local arts communities can proposer in the Beachlands / Pohutukawa Coast area.

The refreshed space will support connection, creativity and everyday use – featuring flexible areas to work, meet, create and recreate.

22/04/2026

What's a handmade card worth now-days Dad? Get the kids involved and find out for yourself.

17/04/2026

Does Waiuku has a new Youth Choir? Musify Youth, meeting Wednesday nights at the Waiuku Community hall.

08/04/2026

Now it's 6th year, this popular music series hosted in the stunning historic All Souls Church in Clevedon, brings some of the finest musicians in the country to local audiences. The 2026 Autumn season kicks off 3 May with the first of four concerts. Check their page for updates, bookings are always advised as this is an intimate venue and frequently sold out.
https://www.facebook.com/sanctuarystjames
Proudly supported by Franklin Local Board

A twice-yearly series of hour-long Sunday evening concerts in the historic church qt Clevedon