Chch Pride

Gender!?... I Hardly Know Her!
2025-11-07 20:00 - 22:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Good Times Comedy Club, 224 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
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!

Photography Exhibition & Fundraiser for Rainbow Hub
2025-11-07 19:00 - 2025-11-13 18:00 | Te Wa, 74 Hawdon Street, Sydenham, Christchurch, New Zealand
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!

Noho Raumati
2025-11-04 08:00 - 17:00
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.

Big Bears Weekend - Bears Sunday Afternoon Tea
2025-11-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Chateau Mathias, 2 Mathias Place, Kaiapoi, Canterbury, 7630, New Zealand
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

Pub Quiz - #4 Merivale
2025-11-03 18:00 - 21:00 | No.4 Bar and Restaurant, 4 Mansfield Avenue, Christchurch, 8014, New Zealand
Join us for a fun-filled Pub Trivia Night with the Ōtautahi LGBT Meetup Group! Test your knowledge on a variety of topics while enjoying a great night out with like-minded individuals in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Whether you’re a trivia master or just looking to socialize and have a good time, this event is perfect for anyone interested in meeting new friends within the LGBT community. Grab a drink, team up with friends, and get ready for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and amazing company. Don’t miss out on the chance to show off your trivia skills and make new connections at our upcoming event!
We will continue to rotate pubs and days to see which pub quiz(es) we like the best.

Pub Quiz - Dux Central
2025-10-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Dux Central, 144 Lichfield Street, Christchurch Central City,, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
Join us for a fun-filled Pub Trivia Night with the Ōtautahi LGBT Meetup Group! Test your knowledge on a variety of topics while enjoying a great night out with like-minded individuals in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Whether you’re a trivia master or just looking to socialize and have a good time, this event is perfect for anyone interested in meeting new friends within the LGBT community. Grab a drink, team up with friends, and get ready for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and amazing company. Don’t miss out on the chance to show off your trivia skills and make new connections at our upcoming event!
This event is located red near the new stadium. We will continue to rotate pubs and locations to work out which ones we likely the best!
Look forward to seeing you on Tuesday 28th!

Sunday Sessions - October
2025-10-26 15:00 - 19:00 | Smash Palace, 172 High Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
Sunday Sessions: Labour Weekend Vibes
Long weekend, no work Monday — let’s make Sunday count!
For the queers staying in Ōtautahi, come hang at Smash Palace for drinks, tunes, and all the good vibes
When: Sunday, 26th October From 3 PM | Happy Hour 4–6 PM Where: Smash Palace DJs: Lush & Speedielokzz
Tag your crew, bring your energy, and let’s make this Labour Weekend Sunday one to remember!

Planet Drag Episode 4: The Monster Mash
2025-10-25 20:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-24 20:30 - 22:00 | Little Andromeda, Level 1/134 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand
Boo!
Hosted by critically acclaimed duo, Carina Nebula and Tony Chestnut and starring a whole galaxy of spectacular stars! Featuring a variety of art forms from lip sync, dance, live singing, comedy and more things that go bump in the night!
Don’t let the dragsters have all the fun, it’s Halloween after all, spot prizes for best dressed!
Original artwork and merch will be available for purchase on the night!
This intergalactic event is aimed to be a safe space for the queer community to connect and to have fun!

Nostalgia Market with BOOTEEK
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Boxed Quarter, Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Central City, 8011
CHRISTCHURCH!
After almost a year, Nostalgia Markets will be seeing you again, and bringing all the best goodies for you!! Y2K, digi cams, vintage and so much more!!
Booteek and Nostalgia will have vintage clothing vendors, curated vinyl resellers, and plenty of local makers – think, craft, homewares and art, across the ground floor of the precinct.We’ll have international eats, iced coffee, and music to keep you going all afternoon.
10AM-3PM Saturday 25TH October Boxed Quarter, St Asaph Street
Keen to be a vendor? There’s limited spaces left! Applications here: https://tinyurl.com/mumc2bx4

Koko Nights
2025-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Carlton Bar & Eatery, 1 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
Koko Nights Every 2nd Monday of the Month 6PM – 8PM Carlton Bar & Eatery, 1 Papanui Road

Koko Nights is your monthly dose of connection, conversation, and community – brewed with love by Moana Vā. Join us every second Monday at Carlton Bar & Eatery for a relaxed evening of kōrero, catch-ups, and casual vibes with our Pacific Rainbow whānau and allies.
Whether you’re popping in for a drink, a bite, or just a good yarn – all are welcome! No agenda, no pressure – just show up, be yourself, and fill your cup (literally and figuratively ).

Considering Matthew Shepard
2025-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Private: Christchurch Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011, New Zealand
This October the Christchurch Youth Choir is honoured to be performing Craig Hella Johnson’s three-part oratorio “Considering Matthew Shepard”.
Written in response to the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, a young, gay man from Wyoming, and the events that followed his death, Johnson seeks to “create, within a musical framework, a space for reflection, consideration, and unity around his life and legacy”. The work features a collection of poems, passages from Matt’s personal journal, writings from his parents, newspaper reports, and interviews, set to an array of musical genres, including theatre, jazz, classical oratorio, and gospel music.
Matt’s story and this beautiful work hold a lot of significance for us as a diverse choir of young people and supporters of the LGBTQ+ community. We hope to inspire in our audience the same fire, joy, and passion that this work inspires in us — a commitment to fight for a brighter future, together.
You don’t want to miss our most anticipated concert yet! Get your tickets now…

Queer Craft Club Ōtautahi 003
2025-10-05 17:00 - 21:00 | The Rambler, 96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, 8013, New Zealand
Join us for the third edition of Queer Craft Club Ōtautahi, an event bringing people together to craft, connect and create. Whether you’re an experienced maker, a curious beginner, or simply looking for a cozy place to socialise and listen to music, you’re invited.
Sound and mood supplied by Tender Buttons
Sunday 5th October | 5pm – 9pmRambler | 96 Lichfield StreetFree Entry

What to Expect:Bring your own projects to work independently or body double in a craft circleShare your skills and ideas or display your finished workExplore new creative practices and be guided by other creativesEnjoy a gentle soundscape curated by local DJs and music-makers to support flow and connection
Location: Rambler @ Drifter HotelA cozy venue in central Ōtautahi, offering food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere. 1 min walk from bus interchange.Accessibility: There is a set of stairs at the venue entrance. There is a lift to the side of the building so if you require use of the lift get in touch with us or the Rambler bar directly. Contact us directly if you have any other specific needs or enquiries.
Sound & Space:Local DJs play downtempo tunes to facilitate creative flow. Music will be kept at a comfortable volume to allow for easy conversation and focused crafting. Quieter spaces are available. Feel free to bring personal noise-cancelling items.
Queer-Centred, Everyone Welcome:We centre queer modes of gathering, creativity, and community building. This is a space for connection, dialogue, and supporting one another. Open to all who respect and celebrate these values.Want to Host or Share?
Got a skill, idea, or social group to share? We’d love to hear from you! We welcome workshops, group discussions, and pop-up tables. If your activity requires materials, we’re happy to explore low-cost options to support accessibility.
Donations:We are so grateful for the donations so far. We are currently low on storage space so we ask that you check in with us first about what you might have to donate. We are happy for people to share and swap supplies between one another.

Drag Bingo
2025-08-28 18:30 - 21:30 | Richmond Club, The Borough, 87 Avalon Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Save the date for this upcoming Drag Bingo on August 28th, brought to you by the Rainbow Labour Christchurch Branch.
Hosted at the Richmond Club, The Borough, it’ll be an evening of fun and laughter with two of Ōtautahi’s best dragsters, Carina Nebula and Tony Chestnut! We have a range of amazing prizes to be won so get your tickets through the Humanitix link now to avoid missing out!
Pricing: $25 waged / $20 unwaged / $30 on the door
Doors will open at 6.30pm, balls drop at 7pm
