Christchurch
Christchurch is the city of exploration, where urban regeneration and heritage thrive. The city is constantly evolving, always giving locals and visitors something new to explore. Expect street art and innovative projects, a bustling hospitality scene and established green spaces. Christchurch is the newest city in the world, and it’s time the world rediscovered its secrets.
The central city is filled with cutting-edge architecture alongside some of the oldest buildings in New Zealand. The Avon River intersects the city, bringing a natural landscape to the urban environment. Christchurch is the basecamp for South Island exploration, with the Banks Peninsula within reach, as well as the stunning Southern Alps and famed Canterbury Plains.
The surrounding Canterbury region offers visitors unforgettable journeys and picturesque towns, zen-like retreats and thrill-seeking opportunities. Escape to Hanmer Springs for a thermal soak, or north to Kaikōura to encounter the local wildlife. Everything New Zealand has to offer can be found here.
Content courtesy of Tourism NZ
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“That was it. Two takes on a Sunday afternoon. And then the whole world exploded.” Everyone knows their sound – but do you know their story? From humble beginnings on the streets of New Jersey, Frankie Valli ... more
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Find the clues, solve the puzzles and escape in 60 minutes! CodeBreakers is a live 60-minute adventure! Choose from one of our various themes: find the hidden treasure in the Lost Hut of Antarctica, steal the Mona ... more
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To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Oscar-winning American true crime classic from the award-winning Coen brothers we're bringing Fargo to the big screen for a season - you're darned tootin! Jerry (William H. ... more
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Visions and Vino Art Studio, ChristchurchTue 12 Jan 2021 11:00AM / Family & LifestyleVisions is an Art Studio working with Children and Youth Art Classes Significance of Creativity - Helps your child grow in many ways - Drawing develops a child’s fine motor skills - Enhances a child’s ... more
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Visions and Vino Art Studio, ChristchurchWed 13 Jan 2021 11:00AM / Family & LifestyleWe love the enjoyment of the Printmaking experience Katie Russell of Ginger Kiss Printshop brings to our children’s school holiday workshops 2 options of 2 hours sessions every Wednesday through the school ... more
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Hagley Oval, ChristchurchFri 22 Jan 2021 6:30PM / CricketThe Hot Spring Spas T20 Christchurch Black Clash in association with Heartland pits New Zealand’s biggest sporting stars against each other in a high-intensity, hugely fun T20 cricket match. Get up close to the ... more
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This show features a selection of the best of our local stand-up comedians from the weekly open mic, with regular national and international guests. It's a great way to see the best comics on offer in the South Island ... more
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South Christchurch Library, ChristchurchSun 21 Jul 2019 11:00AM / Mind & BodyHU is a sacred sound and ancient mantra that can expand your awareness, calm your mind, and bring insights into your life. The 15-20 minute HU song is followed by a short contemplation, then relaxed spiritual ... more
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Fendalton Library & Service Centre, ChristchurchThu 14 Jan 2021 1:00PM / Mind & Body70 is the new 50! Keep you alive and young! If you do nothing about keeping your memory alert, for sure you will notice yourself forgetting more and more, losing words that are on the tip of your tongue and even worse, ... more
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The Good Home, ChristchurchThu 21 Jan 2021 7:00PM / Drag PerformanceBalls ’n’ Bingo is back on Thursday 21st of January. Up to $200 of cash prizes to be won. Come along for a fun night with two of Christchurch’s amazing drag queens playing with balls nothing they love ... more
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Darkroom, ChristchurchSun 24 Jan 2021 7:30PM / FolkHamilton indie-folk band Looking For Alaska released their new album 'Light and Shadow' this November, and to celebrate are playing a bunch of sick as shows around New Zealand over summer! The tour kicks off with 3 ... more
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A fun filled, action packed hour of children’s theatre as we meet up with Snow White and her sister Rose Red, who befriend a lonely bear when he knocks on their door one cold, winters night. Unbeknown to the sisters, ... more
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MND New Zealand’s volunteer-led event series, Walk 2 D’Feet MND, is returning to Christchurch. A sponsored fundraising and awareness walk. Register to attend in advance and take advantage of an Early Bird ... more
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Mack and Beth live in the back room of a Lyttelton fish and chip shop. Upstairs lies the owner, dying. Has he written a will? What will happen when he goes? Will he ever go? Will anyone help him go? And what do you do ... more
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The world’s fastest-growing online author and personal trainer James Smith is back to expose the lies we're made to believe living the "normal life" and to change the way you think about it. Having grown up just ... more
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The Great Hall, Arts Centre Christchurch, ChristchurchMon 8 Feb 2021 7:30PM / Classical MusicThe next generation of young New Zealand musicians will come together as touring ensemble, to present music by, Vivaldi, Handel, Corelli, Charpantier, and premier of Concerto Grosso by emerging composer Rakuto Kurano. ... more
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ODYSSEY play their special brand of rock music for the first time in Christchurch in quite a few years. Bringing back a few amazing guests, Layna Hunt, Blair Allchurch, Stephanie Mcewin and a dear friend from way back ... more
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Boo Radley's, ChristchurchThu 28 Jan 2021 8:00PM / Cabaret, BurlesqueBonita Danger Doll & Boo Radley's Presents - The Speakeasy Burlesque Club No 17! This Show Always Sells Out! Upstairs on Victoria Street inside Boo Radley's, lurks a world of stockings, feathers, and fabulousness ... more
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Fendalton Library & Service Centre, ChristchurchTue 12 Jan 2021 10:30AM / Mind & Body70 is the new 50! Keep your Brain alive and young! If you do nothing about keeping your memory alert, for sure you will notice yourself forgetting more and more, losing words that on the tip of your tongue and even ... more
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Carlton Bar & Eatery, ChristchurchFri 29 Jan 2021 6:00PM / Food, Gourmet, WineEmersons Beer and steak fest, hosted by Richard Emerson 6 small-batch craft beers each expertly matched with different dry-aged premium beef cuts A fantastic evening of fine beer, fine food and great stories $65 ... more
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Just when things should be slowing down for retirees Baz and Gen, life is Winding Up! With grandkids to wrangle, a cruise to plan and Barry’s preoccupation with plotting his own funeral, the reality of the so-called ... more
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Can Do Comedy and The Woolston Club are proud to present Seasonal Chuckles Comedy Night! Featuring 5 hilarious and unique comics, Seasonal Chuckles is always a night to remember; full of drink, laughter and general ... more
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Fendalton Library & Service Centre, ChristchurchTue 9 Feb 2021 10:30AM / Mind & BodyMemory Skills Training! 70 is the new 50! Keep your brain alive and young! If you do nothing about keeping your memory alert, for sure you will notice yourself forgetting more and more, losing words that on the ... more
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New Brighton Beach, ChristchurchSat 23 Jan 2021 11:00AM / Music FestivalsThis is a free Peace, love and community. more
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Zen Yoga is a system of stretching meridians for health. It is sometimes called Okido yoga and its founder is Masahiro Oki. This style of yoga has some aspects in common with more traditional yoga and also tends to keep ... more