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Live Music in Christchurch
93 upcoming gigs 15 venues 52 artists
What's on in Christchurch
All 93 gigsTomorrow 9 October
Fri 9 Che-Fu Christchurch Town HallSaturday 10 October
Sat 10 National Band of New Zealand The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central CitySunday 11 October
Sun 11 Canterbury Rugby, Waikato One NZ StadiumWednesday 14 October
Wed 14 Paul Bosauder, Paul Bosauder Arco y Olvide The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Wed 14 The WigglesFamily & Kids Christchurch Town HallThursday 15 October
Thu 15 The Tempestuous The Piano, Christchurch Central Thu 15 The Tempestuous The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Thu 15 The WigglesFamily & Kids Christchurch Town HallFriday 16 October
Fri 16 Star of Something New The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Fri 16 Sweet William or Born to be Bard The Piano, Christchurch Central Fri 16 Star of Something New The Piano, Christchurch Central Fri 16 Fletch, Vaughan and Hayley LiveTheatre & Musicals Christchurch Town Hall Fri 16 Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough: Michael Jackson Club Night - Christchurch A Rolling Stone, Christchurch CentralSaturday 17 October
Sat 17 Wayne Mason, An Evening The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Sat 17 Enchanting Productions The Piano, Christchurch Central Sat 17 A Simple Cure in Christchurch A Rolling Stone, Christchurch CentralSunday 18 October
Sun 18 Enchanting Productions The Piano, Christchurch Central Sun 18 NZFW Christchurch Spring Fashion Finale Riccarton Park, Sockburn, Christchurch, Sun 18 New Zealand Symphony OrchestraDance & Opera Christchurch Town HallWednesday 21 October
Wed 21 Silver Ferns, Australian Diamonds Wolfbrook Arena, Addington Wed 21 Greg DaviesComedy Christchurch Town HallThursday 22 October
Thu 22 Wind Masterworks - Christopher's ClassicsDance & Opera The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Thu 22 Midge Ure James Hay Theatre, Town HallFriday 23 October
Fri 23 TNT The Piano, Christchurch Central Fri 23 TNT The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central CitySaturday 24 October
Sat 24 Dan Costa, Bill Martin Big Band The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Sat 24 All-In Big Band Jazz WorkshopMore Events The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Sat 24 Erna FerryMore Events The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central CitySunday 25 October
Sun 25 Rugby League World Cup 2026 One NZ StadiumTuesday 27 October
Tue 27 Music Alive - Public concert The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central CityThursday 29 October
Thu 29 NieR: Piano ConcertDance & Opera James Hay Theatre, Town HallFriday 30 October
Fri 30 Michael Jackson The Great Hall, Christchurch Fri 30 Louis Baker The Loons, Lyttelton Fri 30 Queen vs. ABBA The Great Hall, Christchurch Fri 30 Club Gaga: Halloween Party - Christchurch Muy Muy, Christchurch Central CitySaturday 31 October
Sat 31 Maddison Connor The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Sat 31 Maddison Connor The Piano, Christchurch Central Sat 31 Taking Back Saturday Halloween: Emo & Pop Punk Party - Christchurch A Rolling Stone, Christchurch CentralTuesday 3 November
Tue 3 Te Hā Puoro – The Lions Christchurch Schools’ Music FestivalFamily & Kids Christchurch Town HallWednesday 4 November
Wed 4 Te Hā Puoro – The Lions Christchurch Schools’ Music FestivalFamily & Kids Christchurch Town HallThursday 5 November
Thu 5 NZTrioDance & Opera The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Thu 5 Te Hā Puoro – The Lions Christchurch Schools’ Music FestivalFamily & Kids Christchurch Town HallFriday 6 November
Fri 6 A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Fri 6 Te Hā Puoro – The Lions Christchurch Schools’ Music FestivalFamily & Kids Christchurch Town HallSaturday 7 November
Sat 7 Barneswood Farm NZ 1000 Guineas® DaySport & Live Riccarton Park, Sockburn, Christchurch, Sat 7 New Zealand Cup Week 2026Sport & Live Riccarton Park, Sockburn, Christchurch, Sat 7 Stan Walker Wolfbrook Arena, AddingtonSunday 8 November
Sun 8 Greg Johnson James Hay Theatre, Town HallWednesday 11 November
Wed 11 TAB Mile RacedaySport & Live Riccarton Park, Sockburn, Christchurch,Thursday 12 November
Thu 12 Flight of the ConchordsComedy Wolfbrook Arena, AddingtonFriday 13 November
Fri 13 Echoes of Pink Floyd James Hay Theatre, Town Hall Fri 13 Home Brew Christchurch Town HallSaturday 14 November
Sat 14 New Zealand, Canterbury Jockey ClubSport & Live Riccarton Park, Sockburn, Christchurch, Sat 14 Best of Broadway - Christchurch Muy Muy, Christchurch Central CityThursday 19 November
Thu 19 Vivaldi's Four Seasons The Great Hall, Christchurch Thu 19 Hoodoo Gurus James Hay Theatre, Town Hall Thu 19 Queen vs. ABBA The Great Hall, ChristchurchFriday 20 November
Fri 20 Jason Owen The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City Fri 20 The Stadium Social: Spring Long Lunch One NZ Stadium Fri 20 Mozey, Hedex, SimulaDance & Opera Wolfbrook Arena, AddingtonAlso on in Christchurch
Concerts, shows and experiences on sale now.
Fri 30 Oct
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
The Great Hall, Christchurch
From $47
Fri 30 Oct
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
The Great Hall, Christchurch
From $35
Fri 6 Nov
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch
From $39
Thu 19 Nov
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
The Great Hall, Christchurch
From $32
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Venues
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Christchurch live music FAQ
What's on in Christchurch?
There are 93 upcoming live music gigs across 15 venues in Christchurch. Venues include The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Town Hall, James Hay Theatre, Town Hall and more.
Where can I find live music in Christchurch?
Busy live-music venues right now include The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts (Christchurch Central City), Christchurch Town Hall, James Hay Theatre, Town Hall, The Great Hall (Christchurch), The Piano (Christchurch Central). Browse the full list on musick.com.au.
Are there free gigs in Christchurch?
Most Christchurch gigs are ticketed, but check individual venues for free door shows.
What time do gigs start in Christchurch?
Most Christchurch gigs start between 7pm and 9pm, doors 30–60 minutes earlier; headliners usually go on 9pm–10pm. Check each gig page for confirmed set times.