Pride Parade and Picnic

The Commons 70 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

It's finally time for Pride Festival 2026, a whole month of Pride revelry, joy and shenanigans, and after a year of waiting patiently we are kicking off with a banger. You told us how much you love the Walk for Support and how much you want to stick around once it's done, so this year we're proud to introduce you to a […]

Wā Kōrero-Pride Bedtime Stories at Fendalton

Fendalton Library 4 Jeffreys Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

Join us for a special Bedtime Stories session to celebrate Pride 2026! Come and join Margot for some Friday night fun. Themed stories, songs and simple crafts will entertain your 4-7 year olds (but the whole family is welcome). Don't forget to wear your PJs!!  

Pool Party

Te Pou Toetoe 141 Smith Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Whether you want to swim, soak in the spa or show off your best manu, this is a space for you to relax, connect and move in a way that feels good for you. Come as you are, move in the ways that feel right for you and enjoy a space where every body belongs.      This event is open to the […]

Hugo’s Rainbow Show

The Court Theatre 129 Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, New Zealand

What makes a rainbow? Join drag superstar Hugo Grrrl for a musical, magical adventure exploring the science of the skies above. Can you help find Ray The Sun, Misty The Cloud, and Wayne The Rain? Maybe even the fabulous Archie The Rainbow?! Together our wonderful weathery friends will make the mysteries of meteorology fun, all […]

$15

Pride Ceili

A Rolling Stone 579 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, New Zealand

Come and celebrate Pride AND St Patrick's Weekend with Southern Cross Irish Dance at our Pride Ceili! (Ceili = Irish Barn dance!) The evening will feature live Irish music, local Irish dance performers, and lots of chances to join in with our called Ceili dances. No previous dancing experience required as we will talk you […]

$9 – $18

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 […]

Rainbow Families Aotearoa Meetup @ Closing Picnic!

Woodham Park Christchurch

Kia Ora! As part of the Ōtautahi Pride 2026, our Rainbow Families meetup will be joining forces with Christchurch Pride and attending the Closing Picnic! We will have some activities for the tamariki and a shady area to sit down and have some kōrero and fun together. The playground won’t be far, and if it’s […]