What’s happening in Christchurch this weekend

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Jul 13, 2024 |

Learn all about our special wildlife after dark at a lantern-lit walk through Riccarton Bush this weekend! This self-guided tour runs daily until 21 July, with lanterns lit between 5.30 – 7.30pm. Come and experience the natural world after dark.

Wrap up warm and check out what’s on this winter weekend

All ages welcome but adults must supervise children at all times.

Mid-Winter European Christmas

Get ready for a weekend of fun and activities at Riverside Market’s Mid-Winter European Christmas. There will be free activities for kids, Christmas delicacies and drinks from Riverside vendors, local food and beverage stalls, mulled wine, an appearance by Santa, festive tunes performed by local artists and a Christmas sleigh for the perfect photo op.

French Winter Market

Get ready for a taste of France at the French Winter Marketon Sunday. Enjoy a day filled with French delights and cultural experiences. Explore a variety of stalls offering authentic French products, from delicious pastries and cheeses to artisan crafts and more.

Listen to live music with the French band Les Florettes and immerse yourself in French culture! The market will be on from 9am – 1pm at Alliance Française Christchurch, 275 Cashel Street.

Frances Hodgkins: Anything but a Still Life film screening

Explore the life and art of celebrated painter Frances Hodgkins with Director Blandine Massiet du Biest’s debut feature film, Frances Hodgkins: Anything but a Still Life. The screening celebrates Frances’ work Zipp, which is currently on display at Christchurch Art Gallery.

Come along to the screening from 11am – 1pm Saturday at Christchurch Art Gallery.

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

Chris Lynch is a journalist, videographer and content producer, broadcasting from his independent news and production company in Christchurch, New Zealand. If you have a news tip or are interested in video content, email [email protected]

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