A Kaiapoi Art Adventure

Art-loving families rejoice! Walk both sides of the Kaiapoi river and enjoy the hunt for obelisks created by local artists, stop off for a hearty lunchtime feast and finish with a trip to the gallery.

10.30am – Kaiapoi Riverbank, Kaiapoi

Situated on the banks of the Kaiapoi River amongst other sculptures are six obelisks created by local artists in 2009. To see all six, you will need to walk both sides of the river and head east to west. Most of the obelisks are on the north side of the river, so when you head east and then west, keep your eye on the other side! Heading west on the north side, cross over the Mafeking bridge to bring you back to the town.

  • 25-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
  • A WAIMAKARIRI COMMUNITY ARTS PROJECT
  • WALK ALONGSIDE THE RIVER

12pm – CBK, Kaiapoi

With a menu that reads ‘Kids Come First’ you know the whole family will enjoy a visit to CBK. From street food to burgers, sandwiches to stone grill and over 50 craft beers - there’s something for everyone. Settle in for a hearty lunchtime feast.

1pm – Art on the Quay, Kaiapoi

Discover Art on the Quay - Kaiapoi’s premium art space located in the Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre. Why not encourage the kids to pick their favourite piece of art and then explore the library afterwards?

WHY NOT MAKE A DAY OF IT?

With river, beach and mountain walks, 60 km of cycleways, 10 km of sandy coastline, boutique shops, fabulous eateries and a number of activities to do, find out why Waimakariri is the perfect place to make a day of it – no matter the season!

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