Butch life skills 101

Climate Action Campus 180 Avonside Drive, Christchurch, New Zealand

Welcome to Butch life skills 101! This workshop series is a non-judgmental safe space for the rainbow community to learn useful life skills. WORKSHOP ONE: How the f*ck do cars work?! Join us at Climate Action Campus for a friendly workshop covering how cars work, how to maintain them with a Q&A and hands on […]

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

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

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

The glittery, high energy, pop musical comes to Australasia for the first time in this special concert presentation. Jamie New is 16 and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant, loving mum and […]

$35 – $49

Scared Scriptless featuring Two Fat ‘Fine

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

Did somebody call for an ICON – what about a few? What happens when you take an iconic improv show and throw two true icons of the Pacific Rainbow+ community? Alex and MahMah are joining The Court Jesters for one special night. Unapologetically fat, queer, and proud, these dynamic personalities will be guest stars as […]

$25

The Gigantic Gay Late Night Game Show

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

We are going to be honest here, we have NO IDEA what this is going to end up being… We are locking our Festival creator in a room with some pretty talented people to make it, but we guarantee the following: chaos, carnage, guests stars, fierce entertainment, questions, queerness and a battle for the ages […]

$25

Gender Bent, Glow Party

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

Let your inhibitions GLOW this pride at Gender Bent! A queer dance party designed for a hot, steamy night to remember! Featuring gogo dancers and performances all night long, Mapmaker on decks and special guest performance from Nocturness (Tamaki Makaurau) Dig out your queerest, hottest party outfits, be as expressive and free as you like! […]

$25 – $35

Pride Crafty Sundays

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

Celebrate Pride with some crafting fun! Bring your latest craft project and connect with other enthusiasts or just come along to try out some craft in a safe and welcoming environment. We will have some ideas and activities to do on the day.

Pride Church Service

Knox Church 28 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand

This Pride Church Service offers a safe and affirming space for Rainbow whānau and allies who want to honour their faith. The service will be a short 30 minute gathering, with time afterwards for tea and kai, connection, and community.

Queer Watch Parties

Windrose House 1 Dorset Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Join us at Windrose House to watch various queer documentaries, TV shows and films every second Sunday at 5pm. Bring snacks, ipuwai (drink bottles), blankets and whatever else will help you feel at home. We'll have popcorn and tea available. The space will be set up with various seating options, and a mattress with blankets […]

Joel Creasey Live

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

Australia’s Crown Prince of Comedy returns to the New Zealand stage after almost 10 years and his very first appearance in Christchurch. Joel Creasey cut his teeth working in the United States with the legendary Joan Rivers before going on to host multiple TV shows, compete on the first season of I’m a Celebrity Get […]

$45 – $59

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

Touch With Pride: Last Touch Game of the Season

Burnside Park 336 Avonhead Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

Join the Heroes in celebrating the end of the 2026 touch rugby season. We wish to invite you to come along and help us make the last game of the 2025/2026 Season as Queer as we can. If you are interested in giving Touch Rugby a go this is also a fantastic opportunity. The heroes […]