Out & about in North Canterbury

Time spent in North Canterbury will always feel close to home, thanks to the presence of welcoming locals. Choose from Metropol’s August event picks.

At night

Star gazing
Telescope shows and guided sky tours bring some brightness to a cold winter. At Oxford Observatory, witness neighbouring galaxies, star clusters, emission nebulae, and more incredible sights until 14 September.

Escape to Broadway
Embark on a musical journey with all the best hits from movie scores and music from hit Broadway shows. The Rangiora RSA Club Band presents The Movies to Broadway, a concert to be adored by all at the Rangiora Town Hall Auditorium.

During the day

Kaiapoi Saturday Market
Take home fresh produce, meet the locals, and engage in a fun not-for-profit community market. With a strong focus on local artisans and their products, all profits return to the market and wider community.
If you are searching for something more unique than a typical farmer’s market, choose from North Canterbury’s range of creative markets.

North Canterbury Creative Market
This market hosts over 80 stalls filled with the goods and products of talented artisans. Think creativity and community, it is a place where you can support local and find wonderful pieces to keep or gift. Enjoy the next market at Kaiapoi Club on 1 September.

Rangiora Church Street Market
On the first Saturday of each month, head to St John’s Anglican Church for barista coffee, homemade treats, and a range of creative stalls. From 9.30am to 1pm, browse local goods and make connections.