Tūranga

Hours & Information

Open today until 8:00pm

Monday 
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Tuesday 
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Wednesday 
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Thursday 
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Friday 
9:00AM - 8:00PM
Saturday 
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 
10:00AM - 5:00PM
60 Cathedral Square
Central Christchurch, Christchurch 8011
Monday to Friday - He Hononga | Connection, Ground Floor is open from 8am. The other levels are open from 9am. There is an after hours returns slot on Gloucester St side of Tūranga.

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Big Bargain Book Sale - Friday 21 and Saturday 22 March 2025, part of a series

Our annual book sale will be held at the Pioneer Recreation and Sport Centre: 9am to 7pm Friday 21 March and 9am to 4pm Saturday 22 March.

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Justices of the Peace (JPs)

Visit a Justice of the Peace at some of our libraries, now including a Wednesday session 5pm to 7pm at Tūranga. Find out where and when.

Holidays and Closures

  • Good Friday
    Friday, April 18, 2025
    Closed All Day
  • Easter Monday
    Monday, April 21, 2025
    Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Anzac Day
    Friday, April 25, 2025
    Closed All Day
  • King's Birthday
    Monday, June 2, 2025
    Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Matariki
    Friday, June 20, 2025
    Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
  • Labour Day
    Monday, October 27, 2025
    Closed All Day
  • Show Day Friday 14 November
    Friday, November 14, 2025
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas Day
    Thursday, December 25, 2025
    Closed All Day
  • Boxing Day
    Friday, December 26, 2025
    Closed All Day

Just to have you adore me: A dance film for Wharenui Harikoa, part of a series

A special dance film that explores themes embodied in Wharenui Harikoa - intergenerational healing, tūpuna connection, joy and aroha (love).

Exhibition: Tuakiri Investigates: Eccentric Christchurch, part of a series

This summer the Tuakiri team investigates Eccentric Christchurch - the unusual people, places and events of the 19th and 20th century.

Thursday Teen Takeover at Tūranga, part of a series

Wāhi Rangatahi/Youth Space - VR, boardgames, tech, craft & more. It's Christchurch Pride - expect a special Pride craft/activity!

Beat Saber Tournament: PRIDE Edition: Tūranga, part of a series

Slay your way through the beats this Friday for Pride! Join in on our friendly Beat Saber tournament – will you win our trophy?

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New For You - March 2025

New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!

What's on

Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.

Is the future in our genes?

What are the implications of proposed law changes around gene technology, and could it really help endangered species?

Tuakiri Investigates: Eccentric Christchurch at Tūranga

Eccentric Christchurch is a Tuakiri Investigates exhibition telling stories of unique characters who have inhabited this city.

New at Tūranga

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