From foodie adventures to drink festivals, dancing to electronic music and more…Christchurch has an array of epic upcoming events to get excited about. Therefore, we’re calling all the dedicated foodies, gin drinkers, music lovers and more, to attend the greatest upcoming and unmissable festivals in Christchurch this year ahead.
1. Bread & Circus 2023
The World Buskers Festival makes its grand return from January 13 to 29, 2023 to mark 30 years in business. With plenty of events spread from outdoor shows to busking, across various genres from circus, comedy, family and much more…it’s a superb celebration for everyone in the family. Indeed, one of the most unmissable festivals this coming year in Christchurch.
📍Various Locations
2. Golden Lights Music Festival 2023
This is the perfect new day festival to attend in New Brighton on January 6 for music lovers. Dance away to UK Grime rapper Dizzie Rascal, alongside headliners like Alison Wonderland, Friction and more. Get tickets on the Golden Run website.
📍Trusts Arena, Qeii Park, North New Brighton
3. The Great Kiwi Beer Festival
On January 28, celebrate New Zealand’s brewing industry at this unmissable returning festival in Christchurch. Expect more than 40 craft brewers, over 35 street food vendors, 300 beers on tap, interactive workshops, plenty of beer tasting, and of course, live music, to keep you all entertained. Purchase tickets via the Great Kiwi Beer Festival website.
📍 Hagley Park North, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
4. Nostalgia
On February 11, another one of the best upcoming and unmissable festivals hits Christchurch. Head to the unique Ferrymead Heritage Park to experience feel-good music from a range of International and New Zealand artists, along with delicious street grub, craft drinks, markets and more. Purchase tickets on the Ticket Fairy.
📍 60 Ferrymead Park Dr, Ferrymead, Christchurch 8022, New Zealand
5. Electric Avenue Festival
Get excited about one of the greatest outdoor music festivals in New Zealand making a comeback this summer. It will be held on February 25 with epic performances by the likes of Lorde, Flume, Synthony and dozens more across five stages.
📍 Hagley Park North, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
6. New Zealand Sail Grand Prix
On March 18 and 19, watch two days of live action racing on the high seas at this international event down at Lyttelton Harbour in Christchurch. Not so much a festival but definitely an buzzworthy event to show up to this upcoming season.
📍Lyttelton Harbour, Christchurch
7. Christchurch Go Green Expo 2022
For the health enthusiasts, you can attend this sustainable lifestyle show on August 5 and 6. Dedicated to promoting an eco-friendly healthy lifestyle, expect the best food and drink, health and wellness information, pet and house hold products, supplements, and much more. Purchase your tickets for FREE via the Go Green Expo website.
8. The South Island Wine & Food Festival
In December 2023, explore more than 40 of the best South Island wineries in the sunshine at Hagley Park. Read all about it here.
📍 Hagley Park North, Christchurch, New Zealand