WHAT’S ON CANTERBURY?
Check in each week for what's happening over the weekend
Coming Up
Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend
The Meridian Twizel Hard Labour Weekend had its background back in 1985 when a half marathon was started as a fundraiser for kids sport. It has morphed through a number of different events at different sites to what we have today – three events (mountain bike, kayak and off-road run) over two days. Competitors can enter individual events or for the really keen, complete all three events and become a Hard Labourer.
Thursday 24th to 27th of October. Labour weekend. Twizel.
International League – double header
The ultimate rugby league double header is set to take place at Christchurch's Apollo Projects Stadium on Sunday 27 October. The mighty Kiwis take on the Kangaroos while the Kiwi Ferns go to battle against the Jillaroos in a Trans-Tasman clash not to be missed.
Sunday 27th October. Apollo Projects Stadium, Addington, Christchurch
Selwyn Fireworks Spectacular
RUN BY THE COMMUNITY FOR THE COMMUNITY. Welcome to the Selwyn Fireworks Spectacular! Be amazed with the festival of bright lights and dazzling fireworks. Bring your friends and family to create magical memories as you enjoy the yearly event run by the community for the community.
2nd of November. Foster Park. Rolleston.
The Christchurch Show
Join us at The Christchurch Show, one of New Zealand's largest events! Over three days, Thursday 14th, Friday 15th and new this year, Saturday 16th November, at the Canterbury Showgrounds, there will be a celebration of country meets the town.
Christchurch A&P Showgrounds. 14,15 & 16th November (Thursday to Saturday).
Riccarton Park – New Zealand Cup Week
A Canterbury social highlight featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days as the region celebrates all that is great about spring in Christchurch.
Saturday 9th, Wednesday 13th & Saturday 16th November.
WESTPAC – Rakaia Garden Fete
Join us in celebrating the beauty of nature and community spirit at the upcoming Westpac Rescue Helicopter Rakaia Garden Fete!
Dorie (Rakaia) on 21st November. 10am-3pm.
IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day
A day of racing, fashion, entertainment and celebration.
IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day is without a doubt one of the great events on the New Zealand sporting and social calendar with Addington hosting a day of spectacular racing, entertainment, fashion, and of course, great food and wine.
12th November. Addington, Christchurch.
Black Caps Vs England
Christchurch will be hosting the first Test match this summer between the BLACKCAPS and England! The Test will be played from Thursday 28 November – Monday 2 December 2024 at Hagley Oval! Info about tickets for the New Zealand Cricket International Home Summer will be released in due course.
28th November - 2nd of December. Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
Tall Blacks Vs Chinese Taipei
We are excited the Tall Blacks are heading to Christchurch for a FIBA 2025 Asia Cup Qualifier at Wolfbrook Arena. After several strong performances during the FIBA 2023 Basketball World Cup, and in a year with the 2024 Olympics, the Tall Blacks will return home in November 2024 to continue their qualification journey for the FIBA 2025 Asia Cup.
25th November. Christchurch.
Southern Derby Day – Canterbury v Otago (Double Header)
Live cricket has never been so good. Enjoy an afternoon at Hagley Oval with high quality Super Smash cricket, giveaways, prizes and other entertainment.
Tuesday, 7 January 2025, 2:10pm. Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Communities Day – Canterbury v Auckland (Double Header)
It is Communities Day and we are celebrating the vast range of people and communities that make up cricket in the region. Enjoy an afternoon at Hagley Oval with high quality Super Smash cricket, giveaways, prizes and other entertainment.
Friday, 10 January 2025, 2:10pm. Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Pegasus Bay Vine Run
Join in the fun and run or walk amongst the picturesque hills, valleys and vineyards of Pegasus Bay to support the New Zealand Brain Research Institute. Options include 6.5km, 10.5km, 21km
Pegasus Bay Vineyard, North Canterbury. 26th of January, 2025.
Carnival Day – Canterbury v Wellington (Double Header)
The holidays might be coming to an end, but after the success of 2023 we are bringing CARNIVAL back to the cricket! Enjoy an afternoon at Hagley Oval with high quality Super Smash cricket, giveaways, prizes and other entertainment.
Friday, 24 January 2025, 2:10pm. Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Family Day – Canterbury v Central Districts (Double Header)
It's FAMILY DAY at the cricket so round up the neighbourhood and enjoy a 'Lazy Sunday' at Hagley Oval with high quality Super Smash cricket, giveaways, prizes and other entertainment.
Sunday, 26 January 2025, 12:40pm. Hagley Oval, Christchurch
Retro Day – Canterbury v Northern Districts (Double Header)
It's RETRO DAY at Hagley Oval and we are winding the clock back. Think pinstripes, flared pants and questionable hairstyles! Join us for an afternoon and evening of cricket at Hagley Oval with high quality Super Smash cricket, giveaways, prizes and other entertainment.... the perfect way to roll into the new year in the office!
Tuesday, 28 January 2025, 2:10pm. Hagley Oval, Christchurch
THE MACKENZIE – Lake Tekapo
With a history best suited to a movie plot, the Mackenzie District is bursting with legendary stories. The Mackenzie brought to you by Devold is an ode to the farming background in this majestic country. Join us this autumn to experience a journey of your own; one to remember and have you coming back for more.
Lake Tekapo. 5th of April, 2025.
SKEDADDLE – a trail run for nature
Taking place at the majestic Island Hills Station, Skedaddle is one of the most well loved trail events on the calendar! With nature at the heart of the event, all proceeds go towards conservation efforts for the Mandamus Reserve Charitable Trust which includes the largest QEII Open Space Covenant in Canterbury.
26th of April, 2025. Island Hills Station.
Merrell Race Tekapo
Merrell Race Tekapo is an exciting destination race located in the heart of Lake Tekapo, where you can indulge in stunning lake and mountain views, relax and soak in local hot pools, play up the snowy mountains and be blown away by the serenity of the International Dark Sky Reserve. With 7 race distances to choose from there is something for every trail lover. Choose a distance and course that suits your goals and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere on the day.
13th September, 2025. Lake Tekapo.