Events & Festivals
Christchurch is New Zealand's foremost festival city. Throughout the year it proudly celebrates festivals which provide a wealth of cultural and entertainment diversity.
The seasons bring events with themes of music, the arts, heritage, buskers, floral displays and local produce all provide a focus for the region’s celebrations, whether planned or spontaneous.
Spring brings New Zealand Cup and Show Week featuring national racing events, NZ Fashion Week and the region's traditional agricultural and pastoral show. Summer heralds the SummerTimes festival, with a host of free outdoor events, including the hugely popular Classical Sparks. Late summer and early autumn are the time to celebrate romance, food and drink. Winter is the time to celebrate at the Festival of Lights in Lyttelton.
Have a look at Be There - Christchurch's events calendar and see what's on right now!
