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Considering Matthew Shepard

Christchurch Transitional Cathedral 234 Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

This October the Christchurch Youth Choir is honoured to be performing Craig Hella Johnson's three-part oratorio “Considering Matthew Shepard”. Written in response to the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, a young, gay man from Wyoming, and the events that followed his death, Johnson seeks to "create, within a musical framework, a space for reflection, consideration, […]

$20 – $35

Queer line dancing

 QUEER LINE DANCING  For the cowgirls, cowgays & cowtheys!House of Strange is bringing you a night of boot-scootin’, campy goodness  Whether you’ve never line danced in your life or you’re ready to stomp like a seasoned cowgay, this night is for everyone.  What’s going down: • DJ spinning tunes from 7pm • Line dance class […]

$20

The Real Story in Puberty Blockers

Aldersgate Centre - Durham Street Methodist 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand

Dame Dr Sue Bagshaw will led a Spirited Conversation, as she care-fully explores this important topic. The government's proposed ban on 'puberty blockers' has not gone away. In December the High Court was convinced to grant an urgent injunction to temporaily suspend the ban, but the courts are yet to make a substantive decision. So […]

Kōrero with the Queens – a Q&A extravaganza

Tūranga Christchurch City Library 60 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, New Zealand

Join drag queens Little Miss Cinamon, Jack Swallows, and Tony Chestnut for a lively and informative chat about all things drag! MC Ray Shipley (a self-confessed outsider when it comes to the world of drag) will lead a discussion with these fabulous queens, asking all the questions about this artform that you might be too […]

INTERSEXtionality: Disproportionate impacts of climate change and other social justice issues on queers

WEA Canterbury 59 Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, New Zealand

How does climate change, housing, prisons, and other social justice movements disproportionately impact the LGBQTI+ community? What social justice groups exist in Ōtautahi that are fighting these issues—and how can you get involved? Come along to this panel discussion to find out. We’ll be joined by members from various social justice movements across Ōtautahi who […]

Queerly Political

Tūranga Christchurch City Library 60 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, New Zealand

Join Rainbow Labour Christchurch Branch for a cross-party panel discussion, followed by a Q&A and nibbles. Each major New Zealand political party has been invited to discuss what their party policies are in relation to the rainbow community. This is your chance to hear directly from MPs about how they will serve the rainbow community […]

Free

Allyship & Accompliceship in 2026

WEA Canterbury 59 Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, New Zealand

It's Ōtautahi Pride right now, but we know pride - and allyship - extends all year long. Join us for a workshop and panel discussion on what being an ally (or an accomplice!) looks like in 2026. What are the challenges our diverse community are facing? Where do we need people to step up? How […]

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The Gay (financial) Agenda

Pizza Trap 371 St Asaph St, Christchurch, New Zealand

The Gay (Financial) Agenda  Money confidence is for everyone — but the world of money doesn't always feel welcoming, inclusive, or easy to understand. Join us for The Gay (Financial) Agenda, a relaxed and judgement-free financial education event designed for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. This isn’t a lecture or a sales pitch — it’s […]

$10
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Decolonizing Gender and Sexuality

University of Canterbury

Hosted in conjunction with Ōtautahi Christchurch Pride and the University of Canterbury. Join Jess Niurangi Maclean She/Her - Ngāti Kahu, Ngāti Hine, Ngāpuhi, Clan O'Hara, Clan Maclean and UC Lecturer in Criminal Justice for an engaging conversation about decolonising gender and sexuality in an Aotearoa context, with refreshments and the chance to ask questions and […]

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Gender Affirmation Day

Gender affirmation day is back for 2026! GAD is a day of growth, learning and connectivity for the trans community it aims to bring together a wide variety of people with knowledge and skills to share in the effort of helping the community flourish and shine bright. This is a free to attend event for […]