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Get out and about and check out what's on in Christchurch this weekend.

Earthquake anniversary service

A public civic memorial service will mark the 15th anniversary of the 22 February 2011 earthquakes. The ceremony will take place at Oi Manawa Canterbury National Earthquake Memorial on Sunday 22 February - on the banks of the Ōtākaro Avon River at the corner of Cambridge Terrace and Montreal Street.

The minute of silence will be shared at 12.51pm, and the names of the 185 people who lost their lives in the earthquake will be read aloud with the HMNZS Canterbury bell tolled with each name. The Mayor will lay a wreath at the Memorial Wall on behalf of the people of Christchurch, and the wider community will be invited to lay floral tributes after the ceremony concludes around 1.15pm. More information on Newsline.

Lunar New Year Library celebrations

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Christchurch City Libraries. Find fun and festive activities across the city, with workshops, storytimes, and much more! This weekend, check out the Bilingual Wā Kōrero-Storytimes at 10.30am Friday at Spreydon Library, the Afterschool Activity Zone at 3.30pm Friday at Bishopdale Library, and the Mug Decoration Workshop at 10.30am Saturday at Shirley Library.

Find all the library events on the Christchurch City Libraries website.

Also happening this week, the Happy Chinese New Year Festival 2026 will be on in Victoria square on Friday from 4 – 10pm, and Saturday 11am – 10pm. There will be fireworks, performances, lanterns and food stalls.

Summer Sundays

Head down to the final Summer Sundays event this weekend! Last but not least, chill out and enjoy Karra Rhodes, Lauren Marshall and Under the Wind at the last Summer Sunday's session!

Head to the Archery Lawn at the Botanic Gardens from 1 – 4pm Sunday to check it out. Picnic food, drinks and chairs are welcome – no glass, please.

Philippines Day 2026

Come and celebrate Philippines Day 2026 with us. Enjoy the vibrant celebration of Filipino heritage through songs, music, dance and food. This event is a vibrant celebration of Filipino heritage, showcasing the rich culture, traditions, and community spirit of the Filipino diaspora in Christchurch – and is open to all multicultural communities to share in the festivities.

Come along to Ray Blank Park at 14 Gothic Place from 11am – 5pm Sunday to check it out.

Riverside Farmers Market

Spend your morning strolling along the picturesque Avon River, soaking up the relaxed atmosphere while meeting passionate local growers, makers, and artisans.

Discover a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables, freshly baked goods, artisanal treats, handcrafted products, and so much more, perfect for your weekly shop or a little weekend indulgence. And don’t forget to pop into the inside market too! Come along to 96 Oxford Terrace from 10am – 2pm Sunday.