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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Closing early Wednesday 24 December 2025Wednesday, December 24, 2025Closes early: 6:00pm
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Christmas DayThursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
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Boxing DayFriday, December 26, 2025Closed All Day
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Closing early Monday 29 December 2025Monday, December 29, 2025Closes early: 6:00pm
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Closing early Tuesday 30 December 2025Tuesday, December 30, 2025Closes early: 6:00pm
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Closing early Wednesday 31 December 2025Wednesday, December 31, 2025Closes early: 6:00pm
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New Year's DayThursday, January 1, 2026Closed All Day
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Day after New Year's DayFriday, January 2, 2026Closed All Day
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Waitangi DayFriday, February 6, 2026Closed All Day
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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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What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
Upcoming Events
Our Voices Count exhibition, part of a series
Features protest/celebration banners made as a collaboration with Ron Te Kawa and Hei Whakapiki Mauri, Disability Leadership Canterbury.
Mānuka Storygrove exhibition at Tūranga, part of a series
On your visit to Tūranga, follow the trail of blooms to find the Mānuka Storygrove – a hidden grove of summertime wonder.
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!
Sensory Hour at Tūranga, part of a series
Sensory Hour is an opportunity for people with sensory sensitivities to relax and enjoy the library.
Our Voices Count exhibition, part of a series
Features protest/celebration banners made as a collaboration with Ron Te Kawa and Hei Whakapiki Mauri, Disability Leadership Canterbury.
Mānuka Storygrove exhibition at Tūranga, part of a series
On your visit to Tūranga, follow the trail of blooms to find the Mānuka Storygrove – a hidden grove of summertime wonder.
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!
Sensory Hour at Tūranga, part of a series
Sensory Hour is an opportunity for people with sensory sensitivities to relax and enjoy the library.
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New For You - December 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.
Our Voices Count exhibition, part of a series
Features protest/celebration banners made as a collaboration with Ron Te Kawa and Hei Whakapiki Mauri, Disability Leadership Canterbury.
Tuna and Ladders
5 January to 31 January 2026
Selected libraries
Make your Mānuka Stories game and race to the top! This is an unsupervised activity. Free, no booking required.
New For You - December 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.
Our Voices Count exhibition, part of a series
Features protest/celebration banners made as a collaboration with Ron Te Kawa and Hei Whakapiki Mauri, Disability Leadership Canterbury.
Tuna and Ladders
5 January to 31 January 2026
Selected libraries
Make your Mānuka Stories game and race to the top! This is an unsupervised activity. Free, no booking required.
New at Tūranga
Christmas and New Year holiday hours 2025 / 2026
Dec 01, 2025
Cashless Libraries
Oct 24, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 23, 2025
Christmas and New Year holiday hours 2025 / 2026
Dec 01, 2025
Cashless Libraries
Oct 24, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 23, 2025
