After taking the limelight last year, the ‘Shapes of Summer’ exhibition is once again set to light up Tauranga waterfront as the city centre switches on for summer.  

This year renowned light artist Angus Muir has curated a fresh collection of light sculptures and installations, while drawing inspiration from the unique colours, shapes and sounds of Tauranga Moana.

The series of installations run the length of The Strand Reserve, from Wharf St to Dive Crescent, encouraging locals and visitors to explore the area.  

This year’s works include Tree Neons, a stunning new decorative element in eight different colours that can go into trees and other structures; ARC, a captivating installation that invites guests to journey through an entrancing tunnel of light; and Deep Thought HYBY COZO, a series of large-scale installations and artworks that investigate geometry through light, shadow and perception.

The exhibition is part of Tauranga City Council’s ‘Summer in our city centre’ initiative, which brings a range of fun and exciting free activities for everyone to enjoy.

Shapes of Summer is free and open to everyone, from dusk until late, every night from December 20, 2023, until January 29, 2024.

For the latest information on what’s happening in the city, head to: www.mytauranga.co.nz/citycentre