Tūranga
Hours & Information
Closed until 10:00am today
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
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.
About Tūranga
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Christchurch City Council car park map
Seven P5 Loading Zone spaces in Cathedral Square and two P5 spaces directly outside the library on Gloucester Street.
Four P120 mobility parking spaces outside Tūranga, two on Gloucester Street and two on Colombo Street.
Metered parking spaces outside the library on Gloucester Street, and metered on-street parking 5 to 10 mins from Tūranga.
There are off-street car parks at 192 Gloucester Street, 158 Hereford Street, and 105 Worcester Street. -
- Hearing loop technology
- Mobility access parking
- Mobility access toilets
- Wheelchairs for use
Map
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Meeting rooms and bookable spaces in libraries
Looking for a meeting room or space for an event? Find out about rooms and bookable spaces in libraries.
Justices of the Peace (JPs)
Visit a Justice of the Peace at some of our libraries. Shirley Library's session is now on Thursdays 10am to 1pm. Find out where and when.
Holidays and Closures
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Good FridayFriday, April 3, 2026Closed All Day
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Easter MondayMonday, April 6, 2026Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Anzac DaySaturday, April 25, 2026Closed All Day
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Anzac Day holiday Monday 27 AprilMonday, April 27, 2026Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
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King's BirthdayMonday, June 1, 2026Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
What's On
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Lunar New Year 2026
Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse! Events at libraries take place from 14 to 28 February 2026.
Upcoming Events
Author talk: Katherine MacInnes
Feb 16th | 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hear about the women left behind on Scott's Terra Nova expedition to the South Pole with author of "Snow Widows", Katherine MacInnes.
Festival of Women and Girls in Science
Feb 21st | 10:00am - 3:00pm
Join us as we explore the incredible world of science through the lens of women's achievements and discoveries!
Author talk: Judy Mohr "Dancing in the purple rain"
Feb 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join Judy and Tūranga's Fee Jay and hear about new writing including her sci-fi novel Dancing in the purple rain. Free, bookings required.
Richer Lives, Not Just Richer Economies - Stephen Hickson
Mar 12th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
In this talk, UC Economics lecturer Stephen Hickson argues that economic growth is vital to human flourishing and to living better lives.
Author talk: Katherine MacInnes
Feb 16th | 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hear about the women left behind on Scott's Terra Nova expedition to the South Pole with author of "Snow Widows", Katherine MacInnes.
Festival of Women and Girls in Science
Feb 21st | 10:00am - 3:00pm
Join us as we explore the incredible world of science through the lens of women's achievements and discoveries!
Author talk: Judy Mohr "Dancing in the purple rain"
Feb 26th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join Judy and Tūranga's Fee Jay and hear about new writing including her sci-fi novel Dancing in the purple rain. Free, bookings required.
Richer Lives, Not Just Richer Economies - Stephen Hickson
Mar 12th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
In this talk, UC Economics lecturer Stephen Hickson argues that economic growth is vital to human flourishing and to living better lives.
Tuakiri Investigates: Eccentric Christchurch: On the Move, part of a series
Feb 15th, All day
Exhibition looking at some of the more unusual movements of people and objects around Ōtautahi Christchurch. On until 20 March 2026.
Mānuka Storygrove exhibition at Tūranga, part of a series
Follow the trail of blooms at Tūranga to find the Mānuka Storygrove – a hidden grove of summertime wonder. On until 28 February 2026.
Crafty Sundays, part of a series
Bring your latest craft project and meet other crafty teens.
Sunday Chess, part of a series
Come and have a game of chess and meet up with other enthusiasts. Free drop in sessions.All ages and abilities everyone welcome!
Tuakiri Investigates: Eccentric Christchurch: On the Move, part of a series
Feb 15th, All day
Exhibition looking at some of the more unusual movements of people and objects around Ōtautahi Christchurch. On until 20 March 2026.
Mānuka Storygrove exhibition at Tūranga, part of a series
Follow the trail of blooms at Tūranga to find the Mānuka Storygrove – a hidden grove of summertime wonder. On until 28 February 2026.
Crafty Sundays, part of a series
Bring your latest craft project and meet other crafty teens.
Sunday Chess, part of a series
Come and have a game of chess and meet up with other enthusiasts. Free drop in sessions.All ages and abilities everyone welcome!
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New For You - February 2026
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.
Art at the library - Charcoals
Feb 21st | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Try out the medium of charcoal sketching in our beginner-friendly summer art sessions from the top floor of Tūranga. $5 per person.
Art at the library - Watercolours
Feb 28th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Try out the mediums of watercolour painting in our beginner-friendly summer art sessions from the top floor of Tūranga. $5 per person.
New For You - February 2026
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.
Art at the library - Charcoals
Feb 21st | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Try out the medium of charcoal sketching in our beginner-friendly summer art sessions from the top floor of Tūranga. $5 per person.
Art at the library - Watercolours
Feb 28th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Try out the mediums of watercolour painting in our beginner-friendly summer art sessions from the top floor of Tūranga. $5 per person.
New at Tūranga
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Feb 10, 2026
The uLibrary app has been updated
Jan 30, 2026
Cashless Libraries
Oct 24, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Feb 10, 2026
The uLibrary app has been updated
Jan 30, 2026
Cashless Libraries
Oct 24, 2025
