Christchurch - Special Events

World Buskers Festival
January
10 days of performances featuring over 250 of the world's best street acts.
Various venues
Website: www.worldbuskersfestival.com

Tip Top Kite Day
January/February
Many spectacular kites and tricks performed by some of the world's leading kite flyers.
Brighton Beach

New Zealand PGA Championship
February
Golfing event.
Clearwater Golf Club
Website: www.pgachampionship.co.nz

Ellerslie International Flower Show
February/March
North Hagley Park
Website: www.ellerslieflowershow.co.nz

New Zealand International Jazz & Blues Festival
April
One of the largest festivals in Australasia.
Christchurch Arts Festival
Website: www.jazzfestivalnz.com

Christchurch Arts Festival
July-August
Showcase of the best of New Zealand art and culture, with performances and exhibitions of theatre, dance, music, opera, and the literary and visual arts.
Various venues
Website: www.artsfestival.co.nz

New Zealand Cup and Show Week
November
A week of events including horse racing, fashion and other entertainment.
Various venues
Website: www.nzcupandshow.co.nz

Christmas in the Park
December
Free carols by candlelight concert.
Hagley Park
Website: www.summertimes.org.nz