Christchurch plays host to several major events each year. From regular arts, theatre, film and cultural festivals to international music acts and major sporting showdowns, there's always a reason to visit!
Explore the magic of Ōtautahi by night
CHCH IS LIT celebrates our local light artists and creative minds with a series of light installations, interactive displays and projections around the central city and New Brighton.
From 6pm until 11pm each night, mesmerising displays will transform Christchurch’s architecture and open spaces including City Mall, Cathedral Square, Tūranga, Victoria Square, Ōtākaro Avon River, The Arcades, New Brighton Pier and more.
1 - 29 July 2020
6pm - 11pm daily
BLOOM
We are gearing up for Ōtautahi Christchurch’s spring celebration - BLOOM!
From events and festivals to horse racing and gigs, fashion shows and public gatherings to sports and entertainment. If it’s happening in spring, it’s BLOOM.
Mark your calendars now!
7 November 2020
Ali Basti Equiworld NZ 2000 Guineas Day
The Al Basti Equiworld New Zealand 2000 Guineas Day marks the official start of New Zealand Cup and Show Week and will give you a great taste of the week ahead.
10 November 2020
Christchurch Casino New Zealand Trotting Cup Day
Spring into one of the great events on the New Zealand sporting and social calendar at Addington Raceway.
11 November 2020
Coupland’s Bakeries Mile
The Coupland's Bakeries Mile at Riccarton Park is a celebration of the two things that make New Zealand Cup and Show Week such a popular event – great action on the track and spectacular fashion in the field.
13 November 2020
Show Day Races
Spring fun for everyone! Celebrate Canterbury Anniversary Day with an action-packed family day out at Addington.
14 November 2020
Christchurch Casino NZ Cup and gravelhouse.com 1000 Guineas Day
This is one of the most popular racing events in the country and always attracts a large crowd, so ensure you are part of the action.
Explore More Events
January/February 2021
Bread & Circus World Buskers Festival
Explore amazing performers from street buskers to big top shows.
18 February - 7 March 2021
ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2021
Be part of the action with Ōtautahi Christchurch set to host the final and other exciting matches at Hagley Oval.
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