Library events

Storytimes, cultural celebrations, tech classes, book groups, exhibitions, author talks, hobbies, crafts, and more - discover programmes and events at libraries around the city.

Check the library events calendar to find what events are on.
More information on library closures, reduced hours, or changes in services.

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Women of the Wheel: Past and Present Exhibition, part of a series

Nov 21st, All day

Tūranga

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Discover the history of women's cycling in Ōtautahi Christchurch from 1890 to now at this exhibition running 24 August to 24 November 2024.

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For kids

Find library events for kids including after school activities, crafts, and technology, as well as stories and fun for babies and preschoolers.

Events for kids

Wā Pēpi: Babytimes

Wā Pēpi: Babytimes - enjoy stories and rhymes for babies and under 2s at home.

Wā Kōrero: Storytimes

Enjoy Wā Kōrero: Storytimes at your library!

After School Activity Zones and Bookable Programmes

Join us for after school fun and learning. Join one of our Bookable Programmes or drop in to a free activity zone.

Summertime Pop-up Library - Jellie Park Pool Party

Feb 8th | 9:00am - 4:00pm

Jellie Park Recreation and Sports Centre

Join us at the Jellie Park Pool Party for Summertime Reading fun! Chill in our cbook nook, enjoy some stories, play outdoor games.

For teens

Find out what events for teens are on.

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Creative Bites @ New Brighton, part of a series

Nov 22nd | 2:00pm - 4:30pm

New Brighton Library

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Join us for Creative Bites on Fridays from 2–4.30pm. Create one of four projects.

Beats Lab, part of a series

Nov 22nd | 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre

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Drop in & have a go with our music gear or work on your own project! Have a go at finger drumming or performing your tracks or flip samples.

Open Studio - YA (ages 13 to 17), part of a series

Nov 22nd | 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Tūranga

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This is an open drop-in session where rangatahi can come to learn more about audio & video production in our studio.

Crafty Sundays @ Tūranga, part of a series

Nov 24th | 11:00am - 1:00pm

Tūranga

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Bring your latest craft project and connect with other enthusiasts! Free, meet by the cafe corner on He Hononga | Connection, Ground floor.

JP Clinics

Justices of the Peace are available at set times at a number of our libraries around Christchurch. JPs can witness signatures, verify copies of documents, hear oaths, declarations and more. There is no charge for JP services.

Find out more about Justice of the Peace services.

Books and Authors

Love to talk books? Join one of the many book clubs or groups around the city. We also host occasional author talks and literary events.

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Queer Book Club, part of a series

Nov 25th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tūranga

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Computers and Technology

Tech drop-in sessions, iPad training, 3D printing and more!

Create Together: Whānau Drop-in, part of a series

Dec 4th | 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre

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Learning centre programmes

Library Learning Centre classes enable our communities to connect, learn and create. We provide individuals, groups and schools with access to and support of digital technologies - promoting lifelong learning with a focus on fun and creativity.

Find out more about Learning centre programmes for adults, teens and kids.