100+ artists battled it out across communities Auckland wide - and the regional winners are coming together at Eden Park for the ultimate showdown: 3 rounds of speed-painting where you hold the power to crown the Art Battle Auckland 2026 Champion!
This isn’t just a competition, it is a celebration of our creativity. Alongside the main battle, the World Cup Lounge will be alive with energy. You can watch past champions Logan Moffat and Vjekoslav Nemesh paint live and witness guest artist Kate McLeod’s technique unfold.
You can even jump into the action yourself at the Creation Station:
- paint a pot and take it home
- sit for a quick-draw portait with The Portraiteers
- leave your mark on Rashi’s thumb print canvas
- enjoy face drawing exhibits
- help create a multi media masterpiece with Frankie Meaden!
Between the live painting rounds you are sure to be mesmerised by the creative storytelling power of The Sandman. Plus there will be performances by Empire Studio’s hip-hop dance crew and music by singer-songwriter Fathe. To top it all off, you can enjoy award-winning tastings from Mad Whale Beer Co and be in to win a $250 Resene voucher!
Whether you come to vote, create your own masterpiece, or bid on the final artwork at the silent auction, it will be a night of immersive creativity and celebration.
See you there!