What's On

New Year’s Eve celebrations start early at North Hagley Park with a special kids’ event that's one huge disco-themed party that your whānau won’t want to miss. Join the fun without having to stay out late. The free event is headlined by Trubie-Dylan Smith, who will lead the celebrations with songs and kid-friendly entertainment. To wrap up the festivities, there will be a mock countdown at 7pm, complete with confetti canons. A range of food trucks will be onsite, selling yummy kai and drinks.

Ōtautahi Christchurch! New Year's Eve has never looked better! NYE24 will feature Queen Forever, the ultimate Australian Queen tribute band, with support from local acts Tattoo Voodoo and Castaway. To top things off, we'll wrap up the night and welcome in 2025 with an epic fireworks display. The best part... entry is free. Tuesday, 31 December from 8pm - 12.15am at North Hagley Park

The ever-popular Hot Spring Spas T20 Black Clash in association with Wolfbrook is back at Hagley Oval, Christchurch in January 2025! Be there to catch all the action live as Team Cricket go head-to-head against Team Rugby in the greatest New Zealand cross-code rivalry of all time. Plus, Team Rugby’s international wildcard player is West Indies legend Chris Gayle, widely regarded as the most destructive batsman of all time, with over 1,000 sixes to his name and countless records across all forms of the game, will bring his rockstar persona to the match.

Calling all sports fans, families or anyone looking for a fun night out... The BNZ Breakers have it all - it's New Zealand sport at it's finest, taking on our rivals across the ditch and unparalleled entertainment for everyone. In 2024 the BNZ Breakers are back and ready to put it all on the line. Can they go all the way and win a fifth championship trophy?

The World Buskers Festival is back for 2025, and we’re ready to fill Christchurch’s streets, venues, and public spaces with incredible performances! Known as one of the best street performance festivals in the world, this iconic event has been captivating audiences since 1994. From acrobatics and circus acts to comedy and cabaret, this is where the world’s best street artists come together with Christchurch’s artists and community for 10 days of pure entertainment.

The Wellington Phoenix return to Ōtautahi Christchurch and we can’t wait! Apollo Projects Stadium is set to come alive in an electrifying clash that will have hearts racing and spirits soaring. Be there on Saturday, 25 January to support the Wellington Phoenix when they take on the Central Coast Mariners! Be part of the excitement – don't miss out!

Get ready, vino-lovers! Australia's favourite pinot party, Pinot Palooza, is finally BACK in New Zealand for a one-off celebration in partnership with Pinot Noir NZ 2025 in Christchurch. For three hours you'll get to taste and enjoy over 120 of the best Pinot Noirs in New Zealand. Get to know the differences between each region, and the movers and makers who produce them. Your ticket includes wine tasting, epic tunes and all the good times.

The highly anticipated Crankworx Summer Series returns to Ōtautahi Christchurch late this summer. The hills will come alive February 13 to 16 2025 with a whole new line up of events elevating the mountain biking experience for riders and spectators alike. The festival introduces a new Freeride Mountain Bike Association Gold Cup Slopestyle event, the first of its kind in New Zealand. The festival will also feature two additional events: Pump Track and Downhill, ensuring a packed 4-day event with action for spectators and athletes.

Electric Avenue Music Festival has another amazing line up of epic acts over the new TWO DAY festival here in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Over 40 artists will be performing across four stages including 20 international artists. The amazing line up includes Chase & Status, Prodigy, Empire of the Sun, Tash Sultana, Rudimental, The Kooks, Wilkinson, L.A.B, Shapeshifter, Fat Freddy’s Drop and lots more. Ōtautahi Christchurch can’t wait to host the biggest music festival in Australasia on the 21 and 22 February 2025 in Hagley Park for its 10th year in our city!

The iconic Isaac Theatre Royal is set to play host to the world’s best squash athletes, with the venue secured for the 2025 New Zealand Squash Open in Ōtautahi, Christchurch. The theatre, which was built in 1908, will be decked out with a glass court on stage, allowing fans a spectacular view as the event is contested from March 4 to 9, 2025. The location will be especially significant for Paul Coll who grew up in Greymouth and went to school in Christchurch. We are really looking forward to the Open coming to Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Coming to Ōtautahi Christchurch next year to face off against the world No.2 Canada at Apollo Projects Stadium. The 2025 Rugby World Cup just around the corner so every Black Ferns match in the Pacific Four Series is a must-watch! Its a great kick off time at 3.35pm too!