Get There AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2022
A snapshot of our top picks for events happening across Canterbury in August and Septemeber.
13 AUGUST White Out Festival 2022 Methven Racecourse
The musical winter odyssey that is White Out Festival returns to Methven with a huge local and international line-up across three stages. Make a whole weekend of it, hit the slopes at Mount Hutt, soak it up at Ōpuke Thermal Pools and Spa and stay the night at any of the amazing accommodation spots available.
eventfinda.co.nz 13 AUGUST – 17 SEPTEMBER Flagons and Foxtrots The Court Theatre
Flagons and Foxtrots brings back the nostalgia of a time when life was simpler – but the dance steps weren’t! Set in 1960s Ohoka, Flagons and Foxtrots invites you to the Saturday night dance where a group of young locals prepare for what feels like a night that could make or break their dreams. courttheatre.org.nz
19–21 AUGUST The Food Show Christchurch Arena
The Food Show is packed with the tastiest food, most delicious drinks, essential cooking equipment and show specials that are too good to pass up. Celebrity Chefs Annabelle White and Jax Hamilton will share their hottest recipes in live cooking demonstrations. It has all the ingredients for a great day out.
foodshow.co.nz
23–28 AUGUST Extravaganza Various South Island Venues
Enjoy all the pomp and grandeur of a night out in 17th-century Europe with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Masterful French Baroque composer Jean-Baptiste Lully was a major composer of comédie-ballet, a genre which fused a traditional comedic play with large chunks of music and dance. Extravaganza features several works from Lully, including his best-known work Monsieur de Pourceaugnac, with text by his good friend and frequent collaborator, Molière. nzso.co.nz
25 AUGUST Real Women Raw Stories The McFaddens Centre, Christchurch
An evening that will empower you to help yourself, or someone else through the hardest of life’s challenges, this is a collated line-up of speakers guaranteed to inspire. Listen as they share their stories and the difficult conversations that need to be had, while shining the light on issues surrounding trauma, relationship scams, suicide and domestic violence. idoforyou.co.nz/real-women-rawstories-2022
26–27 AUGUST Winetopia Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
Winetopia is set to be the most extravagant and totally delicious celebration of New Zealand wine, right in the heart of Christchurch. 50 prestigious wineries from all over Aotearoa will be showcasing their wines, serving everything from Albarino to Syrah; alongside an action-packed line-up of personalities on stage. winetopia.co.nz
31 AUGUST – 4 SEPTEMBER WORD Christchurch Christchurch
WORD Christchurch is the largest literary organisation in the South Island of New Zealand. Since its inception in 1997, the organisation has been steadily building in size, reputation, awareness, international participation and popularity within the Christchurch and South Island community. Visit wordchristchurch.
co.nz for a full itinerary of events and start planning your weekend!
2– 4 SEPTEMBER The St Margaret’s College
Art and Sculpture Exhibition St Margaret’s College Gymnasium, Christchurch
This highly anticipated bi-annual event will see leading New Zealand contemporary artists exhibited alongside a collection of US modern art generously presented for sale by the Rutherford family, including some truly spectacular original works. All while raising funds for The St Margaret’s College Foundation, a charitable trust established to enable students to realise their potential.
8 SEPTEMBER M Factor Fashion Show for Ronald McDonald House Milton Street Substation
Back for 2022, and announcing a new venue – the Milton Street Substation – this wonderful fundraising event for Ronald McDonald House is not to be missed! A wonderful night of fashion and fun – and all for a good cause.
iticket.co.nz
16–30 SEPTEMBER SCOFF Timaru
It’s time to celebrate outstanding growers, producers and artisan creators with the South Canterbury Outstanding Food Festival
(SCOFF). During the 15-day festival participating eateries will serve up a SCOFF special that celebrates South Canterbury’s outstanding food. All you have to do is order the special and be in to win fantastic daily prizes, plus a weekend escape to South Canterbury. scoffsc.nz
16 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER Showbiz, Matilda – The Musical Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch
The story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda – The Musical is a captivating masterpiece. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and an all local cast, children and adults alike will be enthralled.
17 SEPTEMBER Race Tekapo Tekapo
Located in the heart of Tekapo with stunning lake and mountain views, Race Tekapo provides a unique course, great race environment and fun for all! All finishers will be presented with a beautiful medal. Come for the run, stay for the fun. The perfect excuse to visit and enjoy the Mackenzie region!
racetekapo.com