Kia ora and welcome to Ōtautahi Pride Market 2026 – back for another year of Pride Celebrations! Save the Date!
This form is for registration of stall holders for the event! Please be aware that this is a PRIDE event, therefore we only accept stalls from LGBTQIA+ community members and ally’s. Ōtautahi Pride Market – March 28th 2026 – Google Forms
Our market has been running for 3 years and last year we had approximately 3000 people attend. This year we plan to make it even bigger!!!
The pride event will take place on the 28th March 2026 at the Naylor Love car park, 284 Cashel Street
Our market is a community market organised by the Burnett Foundation Aotearoa – New Zealand’s preeminent HIV and Rainbow sexual health charity. A big shout out to Naylor Love Construction who is once again, kindly providing us with the space and support.
Mana Tipua is a Ōtautahi-based organisation supporting rangatahi takatāpui (LGBTQIA+ Māori) aged 13–25 through kaupapa Māori community, wellbeing, and educational programmes. This January, they are hosting Noho Raumati—a national gathering at a marae in Waitaha for rangatahi takatāpui aged 15–25 from across Aotearoa to connect, learn, and celebrate identity. The event is free, with kai and transport (including flights) provided.
Throughout the year, Mana Tipua also runs regular activities in Ōtautahi, including social drop-ins, study sessions, reo Māori classes, and kaupapa Māori community gatherings, as well as one-on-one wellbeing and gender-affirming support.
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 especially for those who might not always feel at home in public pools. Come as you are, move in ways that feel right for you, and enjoy a space where every body belongs.
A friendly team will be on hand to answer questions, help you find your way around, and introduce you to new faces if you’d like to meet some folks.
There is no additional cost for these sessions, simply turn up and pay the regular pool entry fees (though do reach out if cost is a barrier), there is no need to register.
Bears Christchurch are winding down the 2025 Big Bear Weekend with a relaxing Sunday Afternoon tea, hosted at Andrew’s house out in Kaiapoi.
Address: Chateau Mathias, 2 Mathias Place, Kaiapoi 7630
A selection of hot drinks, sandwiches, cakes, and slices will be provided, please bring along something cold to drink if you prefer
Bears Christchurch are proud to host the Big Bears Weekend 2025 Dinner.
Dinner is Saturday November 15, arrive for 7:30pm and an 8pm seating.
Venue is Costas Taverna, 3/478 Cranford Street, Redwood.
We ask for a $20 deposit to hold you a seat, which will be taken off your bill at the restaurant.
Costas is a Greek restaurant & bar serving traditional dishes, ouzo & wine in a relaxed, contemporary space.
Purchase your ticket here to secure your seat:
Bears Christchurch are proud to present Big Bears Weekend 2025!
Bears invite you to join the beary bus to Akaroa
We’ve got a charter van to transport us from Christchurch to Akaroa and back. (Limited seats, so be quick and secure yours) – Friday 15th Nov – $50
Tickets available here:
https://bearschch.org.nz/shop/
9:00am depart Christchurch – Pickup near the corner of Latimer Square and Worcester Street (west side)
10ish – Stop at Little River for a coffee and refreshment
11:00am approx. arrival at Akaroa village
12:30pm lunch at Bully Hayes (own cost)
After lunch – enjoy the sights and amenities in Akaroa
3:30pm depart Akaroa
5ish – stop at TaiTapu Pub for a pint?
Approx. 6-6:30pm arrive Christchurch drop off in cbd at pickup point.
Its Bears Week coming up and we are excited to bring you Bears Weekend 2025!
Check our Facebook page for more events and details…
Come join us for opening drinks Thursday November 13!
Bears Christchurch is a social group for gay men and their friends with events several times a month!
Ōtautahi’s Night of Trans and Gender-Non Conforming excellence is back!
Stuffed to the proverbial with hilarious comedy, fierce drag and raunchy burlesque – this is night you cannot miss. Featuring incredible transgender talent from across the motu, there won’t be a dry seat in the house!
Last time we were turning folks away at the door, don’t miss out!
Facebook Group membership required!
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Yahoo!! Can not wait to see you BABES for the Nov catch up
Bring yourselves, your plus 1s, kiddos (if you’d like) and pups are welcome too!
Please let us know if you are able to make it so we make sure we have enough seating
Any questions please feel free to ask
Join us for opening night on Friday 7th November from 7pm onwards – Meet the photographers, enjoy kai and kōrero, and get your very own limited-edited prints from this special exhibition.
A photography exhibition celebrating the resiliency of the rainbow community and highlighting the ways we have found to gather, despite not having a permanent space in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
This fundraiser is supporting the establishment of a Rainbow Hub, which will serve the community as a drop-in centre and a co-working space for folks working across the rainbow services sector. This is a collaborative project between multiple local organisations and community members.
After opening night, you can view the photographs at Te Wā until the exhibition closes on 13th November.
All funds raised during the exhibition will be matched and doubled through GiveOut Day! You can make a donation through their online platform.
Please RSVP to help us plan kai for the evening!
