Matatiki Hornby Centre, 25 Smarts Road

Got a sewing project in mind or just want to try something new? Come hang out at the Matatiki Sewing Club! It’s all about creative people getting together and making cool things. Whether you’re a sewing veteran or you’ve never touched a sewing machine, there’s a place for you here.

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Matatiki Hornby Centre, 25 Smarts Road

Free entry. Music pumping, pool vibes flowing with kai on deck. Bring the whānau, bring the energy and your togs! Free sausage sizzle and drinks, fades and braids. *Caregiver supervision required for younger tamariki* Please check the Matatiki Pool Party poster for more details (top right of this webpage)

Halswell Quarry, Kennedys Bush Road

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!

Halswell Quarry parkrun takes place every Saturday at 8am.

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Upper Riccarton Library, 71 Main South Road

Craft Snippets is a way to learn about artisan crafts from enthusiasts and experts who love to share. This month come along and hear from Julie Clemett.

Julie has been embroidering since a very young age, taught by her mother and grandmothers. Julie has progressed since then to now be a teacher of embroidery techniques throughout NZ.

Come along to hear Julie speak about her craft and after the talk, hear about craft books new to the library as well as chat about what is happening or coming up craft wise in and around Canterbury.

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Riccarton House & Bush, 16 Kahu Road

Free event. Come along for a splashy, hands-on adventure where kids become freshwater explorers, learning all about our incredible native longfin eel (tuna) and how we can protect the rivers and streams flowing through our city.

Envirokids is a year-round programme run by Christchurch Envirohub Trust, providing environment themed activities for children.

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La Vida Conference Centre, 34a Hansons Lane

Free Entry | Family-Friendly | Non-Alcoholic Event

The IndianNZ Association of Christchurch Inc. is thrilled to present the 7th Annual Christchurch Lohri Mela 2026, building on the overwhelming success of the past years.

This vibrant community festival promises an exciting lineup of cultural performances, live music, and a colourful display of traditional food and customs, bringing the rich heritage and warmth of India to life in Christchurch.

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