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
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…
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
Returning your books
You can return your items in the library when it is open.
There is an after-hours Wāhi Whakahoki Pukapuka returns slot on the Gloucester Street side of Tūranga.
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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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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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Join us for school holiday fun and learning
Come to the library in the school holidays for bookable programmes and free drop-in activities.
Upcoming Events
Niall Williams (Ireland): WORD Christchurch
Apr 21st | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join WORD Christchurch for a celebration of Irish storytelling with Booker Prize nominated writer Niall Williams.
Talk Together Supporting Social Skills Workshop
Apr 23rd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you a parent or teacher of a neurodivergent child (0-18 years)? Come and learn how you can support their social skills.
Voices from Japan: Recordings of J – Force
Apr 24th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Sound history researcher, Sarah Johnston, presents radio broadcast recordings of NZ military personnel serving in Japan during WWII.
Talk Together Supporting Social Skills Workshop
Apr 30th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you a parent or teacher of a neurodivergent child (0-18 years)? Come and learn how you can support their social skills.
Niall Williams (Ireland): WORD Christchurch
Apr 21st | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join WORD Christchurch for a celebration of Irish storytelling with Booker Prize nominated writer Niall Williams.
Talk Together Supporting Social Skills Workshop
Apr 23rd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you a parent or teacher of a neurodivergent child (0-18 years)? Come and learn how you can support their social skills.
Voices from Japan: Recordings of J – Force
Apr 24th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Sound history researcher, Sarah Johnston, presents radio broadcast recordings of NZ military personnel serving in Japan during WWII.
Talk Together Supporting Social Skills Workshop
Apr 30th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Are you a parent or teacher of a neurodivergent child (0-18 years)? Come and learn how you can support their social skills.
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world, part of a series
Apr 16th, All day
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world. Visit to see all sorts of wonderous critters and learn something new!
UC Product Design Showcase Week, part of a series
Discover how design works and explore creative student projects at the UC School of Product Design Showcase Week.
Tūranga Board Game Club - ages 16+, part of a series
Come along, meet new people and enjoy the selection of board games Tūranga has to offer in a fun, social setting.
Tūranga - Pacific Printmaking with Pasifika Library Services
Apr 17th | 10:00am - 11:30am
Join Pasifika Library Services these school holidays to learn about and create your own Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa‑inspired prints.
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world, part of a series
Apr 16th, All day
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world. Visit to see all sorts of wonderous critters and learn something new!
UC Product Design Showcase Week, part of a series
Discover how design works and explore creative student projects at the UC School of Product Design Showcase Week.
Tūranga Board Game Club - ages 16+, part of a series
Come along, meet new people and enjoy the selection of board games Tūranga has to offer in a fun, social setting.
Tūranga - Pacific Printmaking with Pasifika Library Services
Apr 17th | 10:00am - 11:30am
Join Pasifika Library Services these school holidays to learn about and create your own Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa‑inspired prints.
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New For You - April 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
Our Autumn brochure is out now, read it online or pick up a copy at the library. Find out about the fun and learning happening in libraries.
Beginner's Guide to Local History (6 week programme)
May 20th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Explore the gems in our collection, including archives, maps, thousands of images, digitised diaries and more. $16.43, including booking fee
Finding Family: International Edition (4 week course)
May 28th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Discover more about your overseas ancestors with our Family History librarians! $16.43, including booking fee.
New For You - April 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
Our Autumn brochure is out now, read it online or pick up a copy at the library. Find out about the fun and learning happening in libraries.
Beginner's Guide to Local History (6 week programme)
May 20th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Explore the gems in our collection, including archives, maps, thousands of images, digitised diaries and more. $16.43, including booking fee
Finding Family: International Edition (4 week course)
May 28th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Discover more about your overseas ancestors with our Family History librarians! $16.43, including booking fee.
New at Tūranga
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Apr 04, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Apr 04, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
