What is Darklight?

DARKLIGHT is a temporary art exhibition. This edition of DarkLight theme is "A descent into colour".

Where/when does DarkLight take place?

Brad's Wharehouse
9 - 11 Durham Lane, Auckland CBD

2-4 May 2025

Accessibility

This edition of DarkLight has limited accessibility, the venue is a historic building, the ground floor is fully accessible, the upper floor is not, sorry for any inconvenience

Weather

DarkLight is an indoor event.

Card only

DarkLight is a cashless event.

Ticket price

The number of tickets available daily is currently limited. One valid ticket is required per person. Younger children must be accompanied by an adult. Information on the current exhibitions and admission prices can be found here.

Can I take photos?

Photography is encouraged at DarkLight, but please refrain from using a flash. It's the perfect place for enchanting, out-of-this-world shots.

When posting your DarkLight experience on social media, feel free to use our hashtag #DARKLIGHT.

Are there flashing lights?

Yes, DarkLight has flashing and fast-moving lighting effects. Not all of the spaces have flashing lights.

Any concerns, please speak to the staff.

Are there flashing lights?

Yes, DarkLight has flashing and fast-moving lighting effects. Not all of the spaces have flashing lights.

Any concerns, please speak to the staff.

How long is my ticket valid?

Your ticket is valid for one hour in the exhibition timings. Re-entry is not possible, unless you purchase another ticket after the one-hour session.

Special Events: Please check the respective event for the exact opening times and duration.

When should I arrive on site?

We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before your booked slot.

Is there a cut-off time for each session?

We advise attendees to arrive at the start of the session to maximize the experience.

The door will close 30 minutes after the session starts.

Can more than one person enter with my ticket?

Each visitor needs to bring their own ticket. In this way, we can ensure that your experience is not disrupted by too many people being on-site at any one time, and that safety regulations may be observed without difficulty.

Do I need to print out my ticket?

We ask all visitors to save the resources of our environment and to avoid using paper print-outs.

You can gain entry by showing the ticket on your mobile.

Paper tickets are accepted.

Can I return my ticket and get a refund?

Unfortunately, we cannot refund or return online tickets.