Christchurch's Central City – You won't find it anywhere else!

With over 130 fashion stores, 270 fashion shops, 150 fantastic cafes and bars – that's over 550 great places – why go anywhere else?

To see what's on offer, including fantastic deals, discounts, freebies with purchase and prizes visit: The Christchurch Central City Facebook page

Throughout Summer there's also some great events to catch in the central city, including:

  • IPC World Athletics Championships Opening Ceremony, Cathedral Square (21 January)
  • Christchurch Casino Fire Show. Free to attend for all ages. Cathedral Square 7pm and Victoria Square 10pm. (21-29 Jan)
  • Ron Mueck Exhibition, Christchurch Art Gallery (until 23 January)
  • Sammy J & Randy performing as part of the World Buskers Festival, Late Night Comedy Caberet in the Grand Cafe. Cash Bar & Late night menu available, Free to attend, R20 (10pm, 24-28 Jan)
  • Uncanny Valley, Christchurch Art Gallery (until 27 February)
  • Innovation the Kiwi way, 10-5pm, Science Alive!, Moorhouse Ave (until 30 January)
  • The World Buskers Festival, Various locations, (20-30 January)
  • The Heart of the Great Alone: Scott, Shakleton & Antarctic Photography, Canterbury Museum (until 20 February)
  • The Breeze Lazy Sundays, Archery Lawn, Botanic Gardens (until 13 March)

As well as the following events on weekly:

  • Saturday Poplar Lane Market
  • Friday Arts Centre Farmers Market
  • Arts Centre Weekend Market