Spring is here! Another great spring events lineup is on show this year. From Concerts to Cricket, Farmyards to Fashion and Gumboots to Glamour. You will find something for everyone this Spring in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

TEDDY SWIMS

Tuesday 7 October, Wolfbrook Arena

Teddy Swims brings his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics to Wolfbrook Arena. Expect an emotional and powerful performance from the rising star known for blending genres and captivating audiences worldwide.

BLACKCAPS V ENGLAND T20I’S

Saturday 18 and Monday 20 October, Hagley Oval

Sun, mates, vibes, and some cricket to tie it all together. Ōtautahi Christchurch is thrilled to host the BLACKCAPS and England as another action-packed spring and summer schedule gets underway at Hagley Oval. Two T20 Internationals are lined up on Saturday 18 and Monday 20 October both starting at 7.15pm.

CONSTELLATION CUPSILVER FERNS V DIAMONDS

Wednesday 29 October, Wolfbrook Arena

The Silver Ferns are back in Ōtautahi Christchurch! The Silver Ferns will go head-to-head against their fiercest rivals the Australian Diamonds at Wolfbrook Arena as they battle for the Constellation Cup. You won’t want to miss this unreal clash!

WORLD DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIPRACE NIGHT

Friday 7 November, Addington Raceway

Be part of something truly global as Addington Raceway hosts the 2025 World Driving Championship, an unmissable evening where national pride meets world-class competition. Elite drivers from across the globe will represent their countries in four thrilling heats, all in pursuit of harness racing’s most prestigious international title.

SHOW DAY TWILIGHT RACES

Friday 14 November, Addington Raceway

Addington Raceway hosts the Show Day Twilight Races. This evening event features thrilling harness races under the twilight sky. Held on Canterbury Anniversary Day, the Show Day Twilight Races is the perfect way to unwind and wrap up Addington Cup Week. With a relaxed afternoon atmosphere that rolls into an electric evening, it’s a favourite for racing fans and social groups alike. Dress sharp, enjoy great food and drinks, and celebrate one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most loved race days in style.

BARNESWOOD FARM NZ 1000 GUINEAS DAY

Saturday 8 November, Riccarton Park

Riccarton Park hosts the prestigious Barneswood Farm NZ 1000 Guineas Day. This is a premier horse racing event and will no doubt be a thrilling spectacle. Enjoy this New Zealand Cup Meeting at Riccarton Park Racecourse. There will be excitement, glamour, and outstanding racing.

TAB RACING CLUB MILE DAY

Wednesday 12 November, Riccarton Park

Riccarton Park hosts the TAB Racing Club Mile Day. Racing fans will enjoy competitive racing and a festive spring atmosphere during this exciting New Zealand Cup Week event.

THE ROYAL A&P SHOW OF NZ

Thursday 13–Saturday 15 November, Agricultural Showgrounds

Christchurch is getting a Royal Show this November! Across three jam-packed days, enjoy non-stop entertainment from equestrian competitions, shearing, and international woodchopping to lawn mower racing, skydiving, and even the good old-fashioned gumboot throw! Explore over 400 trade sites, grab a bite to eat at the South Island’s largest gathering of food trucks, and make sure to visit the ever-popular Hazlett City Farmyard petting zoo! Find all this and so much more this November at The Royal A&P Show of New Zealand, proudly hosted by The Canterbury A&P Association.

NEW ZEALAND CUP & NZ 2000 GUINEAS DAY

Saturday 15 November, Riccarton Park

Riccarton Park presents the New Zealand Cup and New Zealand 2000 Guineas Day. This premier racing event showcases top horses and the vibrant NZ Cup Week festivities. Don’t miss the glamour and excitement of this iconic event.

KAYLEE BELL

Saturday 15 November, Christchurch Town Hall

New Zealand country-pop powerhouse Kaylee Bell is returning to Ōtautahi Christchurch this November for her biggest headline show to date, the ‘Cowboy Up Tour’. It’s been a whirlwind 18 months for Bell, cementing her place as one of Australasia’s leading artists.

BLACKCAPS V WEST INDIES ODI

Sunday 16 November, Hagley Oval

Get your mates together for some cracker cricket. The BLACKCAPS take on the West Indies in a thrilling ODI match at Hagley Oval. The match starts at 2pm, so be sure to get down to Hagley Oval for the first ball.

Find out about Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival presented by New Zealand Fashion Week here and the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup Day here. Visit christchurchnz.com/spring

Christchurch: On Show