The complete guide to live music in Christchurch this weekend (Thu 1–Sat 3 Oct 2026). 4 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Christchurch for live music this weekend, Thu 1 Oct to Sat 3 Oct 2026. 4 shows across the city.
Abracadabra
When: Friday 2 October 2026 at 11:00am
Where: James Hay Theatre, Town Hall
Artists: Abracadabra
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The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
When: Friday 2 October 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City
Price: $From $39.00
Artists: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
⭐ Come on down to The Jazz Room in Christchurch! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, this feel-good live music performance takes you on a journey to the roots of revolutionary New Orleans jazz. Get your tickets now for The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New O…
DNB Allstars NZ | Christchurch
When: Friday 2 October 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Wolfbrook Arena, Addington
Artists: Kanine, Camo & Krooked, OKO, Disrupta
Seriously Brass: Devil in the Deep Blue Sea
When: Thursday 1 October 2026 at Time TBA
Where: The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch Central City
Artists: Woolston Brass
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Christchurch This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.