LGBTQ+ Book Club
2026-03-28 14:30 - 15:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Aranui Library, 109 Aldershot Street, Christchurch, 8061, New Zealand
This club is for people with an interest in LGBTQ+ stories to share, discover, and discuss their favorite titles and authors.
We meet on the last Saturday of the month at Aranui Library, from 2:30-3:30pm.
If you’re new to the book club, you can bring along any book – a library book, your own copy, on Libby, Kobo, Audiobook, PDF or just as a fond memory.
Check out past reading lists.
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Ōtautahi Trans Community Meetup & Potluck
2026-03-28 15:00 | WEA Canterbury, 59 Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
A social event for the trans community to get together, meet, mingle, have a yarn and share some kai. Open to people of al̲l̲ ages, from across the gender spectrum, at all stages of transition. Koha appreciated to help cover venue hire costs. You may bring a cis partner/parent/ally with you, as long as they remember that this is a trans-focused event.
This is a dry event at a smoke-free, vape-free venue.
Optional pre-registration is appreciated, this gives us a better idea of who’s coming lets us plan a better event https://forms.gle/iDDjSscaMLy6sBAT9

Love and Light Pride Closing Party!
2026-03-28 20:30 | The Core Bar, 236 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch, 8011, 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 a dance floor that feels like home.
Multiple DJs on deck, roving performers and a whole lot of space for you to sparkle both on and off the dance floor. Join us for an unforgettable night!

Accessibility The Core Bar and Grill is wheelchair accessible. The entrance is at street level, and there is an accessible bathroom via a ramp. There are bathrooms in the courtyard (via ramp) and indoors near the bar. This event will involve loud music and some specialty lighting (fairy lights, LED hula hoops, coloured bulbs).There will be a seated area indoors away from the dancefloor
If you have any accessibility requirements or questions for this event, please contact us! contact@chchpride.co.nz with “Accessibility” in the email subject field
Important Info Coat Check is not available for this event Doors open 8.30pm DJs from 8.30pm Location: The Core Bar & Grill, Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Door Sales available ($30 each) unless sold out prior!

The Secret Piano Bar
2026-03-28 22:30 | Isaac Theatre Royal, 145 Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
The Secret Piano Bar
Where the night leans in to listen.
Proudly presented by ITR and JR Entertainment as part of Ōtautahi Christchurch Pride
Step inside, turn your phone to silent, and let the night unfold…
Hidden somewhere within the Isaac Theatre Royal, The Secret Piano Bar comes alive after dark—an intimate Ōtautahi Christchurch Pride experience where voices rise, secrets are shared, and the piano never sleeps.
This is a night crafted by those in the room: the music, the mood, and the moments shaped by everyone who gathers—singers, storytellers, friends, and you. Settle in with a drink, relax into the warm after-hours atmosphere, and, if you feel like lingering, add one of ITR’s signature platters to enjoy at your table. Share a song with friends if the moment feels right, or simply lean back and listen.
From big feelings to quiet confessions, every moment is once-only… if you know, you know.
Stay for one drink—or stay until the piano plays its final chord. At The Secret Piano Bar, the night is yours.

Gender Affirmation Day
2026-03-29 10:00
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 all ages and all stages of transition.

Pride Service
2026-03-29 10:00 | Aldersgate Centre – Durham Street Methodist, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Folk of all faiths and none are warmly invited to join us in our annual Pride Service @Aldersgate, followed by sumptuous refreshments and a chance to make connections. This is an unabashed participatory celebration of the fabulous diversity of humanity, queer & straight, CIS-gender and gender diverse, yound and old. Led by Rev Philo KInera and Lexee Blackmore

Closing Picnic & Rainbow Families Aotearoa Meetup
2026-03-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Woodham Park, Christchurch, 8062
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 warm enough we might even get the last of the paddling pool season!
Please bring your picnic blanket and kai, all your whānau and don’t forget your hats and sunscreen!
Whether you are a rainbow whānau group regular, or you’ve never heard from us, come and join us! We look forward to meeting you all!
Accessibility:
Flat concrete pathways from Lionel st entrance, accessible public toilets.
Feel free reach out to contact@chchpride.co.nz if you have any questions, put “Accessibility” in the email subject field.

Rollickin Dog Walk
2026-03-29 17:00 | Rollickin, 98 Cashel Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
Hosted by the wonderful Tony Chestnut and Tucker Inn – you and your best buds will take an easy 30 min stroll around the city, then get a FREE pup cup as a sweeeet reward

+ Giveaways & epic prizes for best dressed pooches!

Wā Kōrero-Pride Storytimes
2026-03-30 10:00 - 10:30 | Upper Riccarton Community Library, 71 Main South Rd, Christchurch, 8042, New Zealand
Join us for a special Wā Kōrero-Storytimes session to celebrate Pride 2026!
Meet others in our community when you and your preschooler join us for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes which foster children’s literacy. Perfect for 2-5 years.
All whānau and caregivers welcome.

Film - 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted Culture
2026-03-30 19:00 | All Souls Church, 30 Church Lane, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture is a feature documentary that follows the story of tireless researchers who trace the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians to a grave mistranslation of the Bible in 1946.
It chronicles the discovery of never-before-seen archives at Yale University which unveil astonishing new revelations, and casts significant doubt on any biblical basis for LGBTQIA+ prejudice. Featuring commentary from prominent scholars as well as opposing pastors, including the personal stories of the film’s creators, 1946 is at once challenging, enlightening, and inspiring.
Come join us at All Souls Church in Merivale as we show this important film in an inclusive and affirming space.
