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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King's BirthdayMonday, June 1, 2026Special hours: 10:00am - 5:00pm
What's On
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Hoake ki te Taiao City Nature Challenge (24-27 April 2026)
Help put Ōtautahi Christchurch's biodiversity on the map! Come along to our City Nature Challenge events in April.
Upcoming Events
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.
The World of Sound With Hammond Peek FULLY BOOKED
May 7th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Local double-Oscar winner Hammond Peek talks about his prestigious sound recording career in the New Zealand film industry.
Karen Hao (USA): Empire of AI: WORD Christchurch
May 11th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hao is a strong voice of influence around AI issues. She joins The Press journalist Victoria Meakin in conversation.
RF Kuang: From Yellowface to Katabasis: WORD Christchurch
May 21st | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The #1 New York Times bestselling writer RF Kuang (USA) joins writer Rachael King to discuss the imaginative worlds she creates.
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.
The World of Sound With Hammond Peek FULLY BOOKED
May 7th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Local double-Oscar winner Hammond Peek talks about his prestigious sound recording career in the New Zealand film industry.
Karen Hao (USA): Empire of AI: WORD Christchurch
May 11th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hao is a strong voice of influence around AI issues. She joins The Press journalist Victoria Meakin in conversation.
RF Kuang: From Yellowface to Katabasis: WORD Christchurch
May 21st | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The #1 New York Times bestselling writer RF Kuang (USA) joins writer Rachael King to discuss the imaginative worlds she creates.
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world, part of a series
Apr 29th, All day
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world. Visit to see all sorts of wonderous critters and learn something new!
Shared Reading at Tūranga, part of a series
Listen to a short story and a poem as a group and then break it down and discuss it. Discover interesting and thought-provoking reading.
Wednesday Teen Takeover, part of a series
It's all yours! Wāhi Rangatahi/Youth Space is your space for VR (virtual reality), boardgames, tech, crafts and much more.
Blender Animation Club, part of a series
Join a community of like-minded digital modellers and animators as we unlock the secrets of Blender. Ages 18+.
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world, part of a series
Apr 29th, All day
Our Insect Neighbours: a closer look at their hidden world. Visit to see all sorts of wonderous critters and learn something new!
Shared Reading at Tūranga, part of a series
Listen to a short story and a poem as a group and then break it down and discuss it. Discover interesting and thought-provoking reading.
Wednesday Teen Takeover, part of a series
It's all yours! Wāhi Rangatahi/Youth Space is your space for VR (virtual reality), boardgames, tech, crafts and much more.
Blender Animation Club, part of a series
Join a community of like-minded digital modellers and animators as we unlock the secrets of Blender. Ages 18+.
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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.
Musical Storytime Tour with Greg Malcolm
6, 7, 20, 21, 28 May
Various Libraries
A fun, musical, visual & dramatic journey with songs and stories. Beautiful melodies & nursery rhymes fuse with contemporary fun songs.
Tour of Tuakiri | Identity - Local and Family History Floor, part of a series
May 30th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Join our monthly tour and learn about the wealth of local and family history resources available at Christchurch City Libraries.
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.
Musical Storytime Tour with Greg Malcolm
6, 7, 20, 21, 28 May
Various Libraries
A fun, musical, visual & dramatic journey with songs and stories. Beautiful melodies & nursery rhymes fuse with contemporary fun songs.
Tour of Tuakiri | Identity - Local and Family History Floor, part of a series
May 30th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Join our monthly tour and learn about the wealth of local and family history resources available at Christchurch City Libraries.
New at Tūranga
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Apr 04, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
Problem accessing eResources
Feb 18, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Apr 04, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
Problem accessing eResources
Feb 18, 2026
