Cholmondeley

Be a gem! – Cholmondeley

Everyone is invited to attend The Little Gems Project for Cholmondeley – where the theme for the night will be ‘Denim, Diamonds and Dancing’.     Saturday evening May 4 at Sixty6 on Peterborough is the chance to dig out the denim, put on some sparkle and join MC Jason Gunn for an evening of […]

A prime event

A prime event

The Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce held an exclusive luncheon with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern earlier this month.     This was the third luncheon of its kind for The Chamber, with previous events fronted by Winston Peters and John Key. It was fitting the event was held the day before International Women’s Day. Jacinda […]

Dave Dobbyn

The soundtrack of New Zealand: Q&A with Dave Dobbyn

Dave Dobbyn is said to have written the soundtrack of the country, with a list of iconic Kiwi hits to his name. Heading to Christchurch to join Bryan Adams on the stage on 17 March, we caught up with him to discuss a career of hits.     You’ve been said to have written the […]

North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival

North Canterbury’s Hottest event

It’s the hottest event on the North Canterbury social calendar and this year is no different, with the North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival set to bring some seasonal sizzle to the tail end of summer.     On Sunday 10 March, Waipara Valley’s Glenmark Domain will be hitting the social sweet spot, as thousands […]

Colour to the City

Colour to the City

North Hagley Park was awash with colour on Saturday 2 February, as more than 12,000 people gathered to celebrate the Christchurch Holi Festival of Colours.     A traditional Indian celebration of diversity that is globally recognised, it was especially pertinent in the lead-up to Waitangi Day, according to event co-organiser Hitesh Sharma of Revel […]

M Factor Fashion Show

A decade of fabulous fashion

Ready, set, fashion – designers and celebrities are set to hit the catwalk wearing the latest New Zealand fashion to support families with a child in hospital on Thursday 4 April.     In its tenth year, the annual M Factor Fashion Show will bring together some of the most talented designers from across the […]

Fun for the foodies

Fun for the foodies

Christchurch is set to don its chef whites and apron in April, as it puts on a fun and fabulous foodie event in the city. So clear the pantry, empty the fridge, prepare to stock up and get ready for the 2019 Food Show Christchurch, on from 5 to 7 April at Horncastle Arena!   […]

Night Noodle Markets

Street-style eats back: Night Noodle Markets

The eagerly anticipated Night Noodle Markets will once again transform North Hagley Park into a bustling Asian street food festival this Waitangi Day as it hits the city for 12 delicious nights from 6 -17 February.     Coinciding with the Chinese New Year, Cantabrians can embark of a vibrant flavour journey through Asia, with […]

Silly Season Celebrations

Silly Season Celebrations

North Canterbury has put on its elf hat and pointed shoes and is playing perfect host to a wide range of events that capture the silly side of the season. We’ve found a collection of our favourite festive events, so get out your social planner and start making plans.     Christmas Tree Festival A […]

Summer Sweeteners

Summer Sweeteners

The city comes to life in the summer months, as we emerge from hibernation mode and prepare for some fun in the sun. Canterbury doesn’t disappoint, with a wide range of events to sweeten up the summer. So get your glad rags ready with our range of summer sweeteners.     MEET SANTA 1 December […]