What's On Christchurch

15/06/2026

⛸️❄️ Get ready Ōtautahi! ❄️⛸️

A magical pop-up ice rink is coming to the heart of the city this winter! 🧣 Bringing four weeks of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories to the city centre - whether you’re skating with friends, enjoying a family outing, or planning a special date night, there’s something for everyone. ☃️

📅 27 June to 26 July
🕙 Open daily, 10am-10pm
📍 Cathedral Square
💲 $16-$22

☃️❄️ Skate on over for all the details 👉 https://bit.ly/49WrzUP

12/06/2026

***This competition is closed***

🎉 WIN! 🎉

We have some free entries up for grabs for a couple of events at TinyFest, taking place next weekend!

🎶 Tiny Grem Party - 3x double passes
A weekend exploring movement, encounter, interruption, and connection, featuring TinyFest alumni poets and local DJs.

📅 Fri 19 June
⏰ 7pm-12am
👉 More info: https://bit.ly/4uo5GoK

🚌 Band on the Bus (Addington Brass Band) - 2x double passes
Catch local musicians performing live entertainment music aboard one of Ōtautahi's iconic buses.

📅 Sat 20 June
⏰ 10.45am-12pm
👉 More info: https://bit.ly/4uo5GoK

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🏆 Winners drawn, Mon 15 June
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TinyFest, Ōtautahi’s real, raw and radical performance arts festival, returns for its fifth iteration. 🎭 You have the chance to experience a dynamic programme of site-specific experimental performance art, live music, dance, comedy and more! 🎨

📅 19-21 June
📍 The Bus Interchange, 68 Lichfield Street, Christchurch Central
💛 Koha
🎤 Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4uo5GoK

10/06/2026

TinyFest, Ōtautahi’s real, raw and radical performance arts festival, returns for its fifth iteration. 🎭 You have the chance to experience a dynamic programme of site-specific experimental performance art, live music, dance, comedy and more! 🎨

📅 19-21 June
📍 The Bus Interchange, 68 Lichfield Street, Christchurch Central
💛 Koha
🎤 Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4uo5GoK

08/06/2026

🤸‍♀️ Your favourite winter school holiday event is back for another year from 4-19 July! 🤸‍♀️

All KidsFest events are now live and tickets are on sale! 🤩

Check out the activity packed programme and book to start building your own calendar to make this the best winter holidays ever 👉 ccc.govt.nz/kidsfest

07/06/2026

Celebrate the rise of Puanga and Matariki through light, art, culture and whānau at Tātai Whetū, Tātai Tangata! 💫🌟

📅8-11 July
⏰ 5-9pm
📍Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū forecourt + Worcester Boulevard.
🔗 More info - ccc.govt.nz/puangamatariki

Previously known as Tīrama Mai, this event will feature a combo of all-new works and crowd-pleasers. See you there! 💛

A huge thanks to Orion NZ Ltd and Connetics for powering Tātai Whetū, Tātai Tangata. As well as our sponsors The Breeze, Trees for Canterbury, Rātā Foundation and City of Christchurch Trust for their support!

04/06/2026

❄️ Brave the icy water and celebrate Christchurch’s connection to Antarctica with a midwinter polar plunge organised by the NZ Antarctic Society 🌊

📅 Sun 21 June
⏰ 7.30-8.30am
📍 New Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club, 186 Marine Parade
🐧 Take the plunge 👉 https://bit.ly/4dXIA23

03/06/2026

Sāmoan Language Week is here! ❤️🖤

Take your lunchtime with us and learn some Sāmoan language while building your understanding of the culture this Sāmoan Language Week. 🤝✨

📅 4-5 June
⏰ Midday-12.30pm
📍 Christchurch Art Gallery
👉 https://bit.ly/4uUXcq0

01/06/2026

June just got a whole lot better! 💥 Round up your whānau and join us for the Winter Fireworks Spectacular set to your fave dancefloor anthems. 🎆

📅 Sat 27 June
⏰ Family fun starts from 5.30pm (Fireworks to start at approx 7.30pm)
📍 New Brighton Pier
⚡️ More dets - ccc.govt.nz/fireworks

A huge thanks to Firework Professionals for putting on the show and to MoreFM and Crowne Plaza for their support of the Winter Fireworks Spectacular.

27/05/2026

Get ready for a neon‑themed night of professional basketball as the Canterbury Rams host the Nelson Giants! 🏀✨

Grab your glowsticks and brightest outfits as the disco lights are switched on and dance music sets the scene for an unforgettable game‑night atmosphere.

📅 Sat 30 May
⏰ 7.30-9.30pm
📍 Parakiore
💲 From $11.50
👉 Buy tickets here, https://bit.ly/4drUjHa

25/05/2026

A long weekend calls for a drive-in movie! 🚗🎬

Pack your snuggliest blankets, stock up on snacks, and get ready for a great night of cinema under the stars. Whether it’s date night, a squad hangout, or family fun, this is an event you won’t want to miss. ✨

📅 Sat 30 May
⏰ 4.30-7.30pm
📍 South New Brighton Domain
💵 $15–$65
👉 For more info: https://bit.ly/4tVi7YT