Events Calendar

Nature the muse, mountains the stage.

At the World’s Edge Festival returns this October, marking its fifth anniversary with a programme that explores the complex relationship between music and nature.

This year’s line-up brings some of Aotearoa’s most acclaimed chamber musicians to Central Otago and the Southern Lakes, including pianist Michael Houstoun, cellist James Bush, and Composer in Residence John Psathas. They are joined by a cast of renowned international artists that features UK violinist Anthony Marwood, US violist Yura Lee and Australian harpsichordist, Erin Helyard.

Over seven ticketed performances and a series of free events, AWE features celebrated chamber works, lesser-known pieces, and bold new compositions that highlight the many ways composers engage with nature.

At the World’s Edge Festival runs from 4–12 October 2025, with performances in Queenstown, Wānaka, Cromwell and Bannockburn. For more information and tickets, visit www.worldsedgefestival.com

Location

Queenstown, Wānaka, Cromwell and Bannockburn.