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Name: Freedom ’86 Rave
Start: 2026-08-07T21:00:00+12:00
End: 2026-08-08T02:00:00+12:00
Location: The Sydenham Underpass

March 2026
It’s Bingo, Bitch: Part 2 – Shut Up and Dab!

Featured March 18 6:00 pm

Muy Muy 44 Welles Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand

Pride Bingo is back again for a second night this Pride Fest, and she’s still unhinged, or maybe more unhinged than ever! Whether you’re here to win prizes, support Pride, or just competitively yell numbers with strangers, this is a joyful, inclusive night celebrating our rainbow community, drag, drama, and dabbers encouraged. This is an […]

$15
EveryBody Pop-up Art Exhibition

March 19 6:00 pm to March 29 6:00 pm

192 St Asaph Street 192 St Asaph Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Celebrating the human form in all its expressions- strength, vulnerability & desire. EveryBody brings together a bold cross-section of 19 contemporary and figurative artists whose practice pushes to the edges. A show that refuses to sit quietly on the wall, and works that will spark conversation long after the opening night crowd has dispersed. For […]
Titans & Tiara’s, Drag Competition

Featured March 20 7:30 pm

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

Introducing, Titans and Tiara's! Ōtautahi's newest drag competition! Titans and Tiara's will feature two categories: Tiara's: Drag performers with less than two years experience Titans: Drag performers with two or more years experience. This competition will bring together a powerhouse of seasoned performers and rising stars! So dont miss out on this epic night! Tickets: […]

$25
Circus Nights: Pride night

March 20 7:30 pm

The Arts Centre 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, New Zealand

As part of our 3 part series “circus nights” for the first 3 Fridays of March. We strive to give opportunities to emerging circus performers that haven’t yet broken out into the professional performing space yet. The event is run at Altiora in the arts centre and is a “dinner and a show” vibe. Bring […]

$30
Unleashed

Featured March 21 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Galaxy Bar 206 Barbados Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

NZ PAH are happy to present UNLEASHED - our party event catering to furries, pups, critters, pets, and any of our friends (and curious newcomers)! We're returning to Galaxy Bar on March 21st, 3pm-9pm for another night of fun. Chill music, dance floor, comfy seating, and quiet outdoor spaces to fit everyone's vibe - along […]

$25 – $30
Proud & Playful Mixed Gender – Pride Party (Strictly R18)

March 21 7:30 pm

Menfriends 427 Tuam Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch, New Zealand

This Pride season, we’re turning up the volume on love, liberation, and lust. Join us for a night of vibrant energy, playful exploration, and unapologetic pleasure — where every identity is celebrated, every body is welcome, and every desire is honoured. Whether you’re queer, kinky, curious, or just ready to celebrate in style, this is […]

$35 – $120
Sweat & Skin: Afternoon – Pride Edition (Strictly 18+)

March 26 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Menfriends 427 Tuam Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch, New Zealand

Sweat & Skin Afternoon Play Party for Men brings all the same filthy, horny energy as our nighttime Sleaze Party — just in daylight. It’s perfect for guys who can’t sneak out at night… though plenty of legends still manage to hit both. This daytime edition runs every second and fourth Thursday of the month from 11pm–7pm, […]

$35
Decolonizing Gender and Sexuality

Featured March 26 6:30 pm

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 […]
Love and Light Pride Closing Party!

Featured March 28 8:30 pm

The Core Bar 236 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

With so much hurt in the world today, we want to close out Pride Fest with nothing but LOVE. One final night to gather, glow, and celebrate the beauty of being exactly who you are Expect an atmosphere full of light, connection, and electric energy This is about joy without apology, community without compromise, and […]

$15 – $25
May 2026
Sunday Sessions – The Sunset

Featured May 17 2:00 pm

Smash Palace 172 High Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

One final Sunday Session before winter. 🌇 Join us for The Sunset at Smash Palace on Sunday, 17 May. We’ll kick things off from 2PM and roll through golden hour, with sunset over Ōtautahi at 5:13PM. All the usual Sunday Sessions seasonings—great music, great people, and a welcoming space for our LGBTQIA+ whānau and allies—the […]
July 2026
OUT | Friday Night at Morrell & Co

Featured July 17 9:00 pm

Morrell & Co. 280 Lincoln Road, Addington, Christchurch, New Zealand

A Classic Gay Friday Night Out. OUT is a new Friday night event by Q Events, inspired by the classic Friday and Saturday nights that have brought our rainbow community together over the years. Created for our rainbow community and allies, OUT is a welcoming space to connect, celebrate and dance. Whether you're catching up […]
August 2026
Freedom ’86 Rave

Featured August 7 9:00 pm to 2:00 am

The Sydenham Underpass 15 Sandyford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Freedom '86: Celebrating 40 Years of Pride, Progress & Protest Join us on Friday 7th August as we celebrate 40 years since the Homosexual Law Reform Act changed Aotearoa New Zealand forever. Step back into the spirit of 1986 for a night of iconic 80s vibes, incredible music, and unapologetic self-expression. Whether you're rocking neon, sequins, leather, denim, or simply […]

$25 – $30

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