Events

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.

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WHAIAO Exhibition: 8 August to 29 November

An exploration and celebration of Māori worldviews & the items we are humbly able to hold in our collections at Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.

WHAIAO Exhibition: 8 August to 29 November

An exploration and celebration of Māori worldviews & the items we are humbly able to hold in our collections at Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.

What's on

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!

Afterschool Activity Zones and Bookable Programmes

Join us for after school fun and learning. Term 4 bookings open 7pm Thursday 3 September.

Heritage Highlights: Stories behind the stories Gavin Bishop

Nov 11th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrated local author and illustrator Gavin Bishop will share the inspiration for his books. Hear the stories behind the works.

SCAPE Public Art Aspiring Artist Exhibition, part of a series

See the winning sculptures, finalists, and a selection of other entries from SCAPE’s annual Aspiring Artist competition.

WHAIAO exhibition, part of a series

Ki te Whaiao, Ki Te Ao Marama - a celebration of Mātauranga Māori and the Library's Ngā Pounamu Māori Collections.

Creative tech @ Redwood Library

Oct 8th | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Drop‑in session for a hands‑on taster experience, includes podcasting & VEX robotics. Chat with staff about our Auahatanga–Creative Spaces.

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.

Justice of the Peace clinics at libraries

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.

Computers and Technology

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

Featured technology events

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.

Hobbies, crafts and games

Come along to knit 'n' yarn sessions, card and board games, video-gaming or crafts sessions.

Local and family history

Classes and sessions dedicated to local or family history.

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Te Ao Māori

WHAIAO exhibition, part of a series

Ki te Whaiao, Ki Te Ao Marama - a celebration of Mātauranga Māori and the Library's Ngā Pounamu Māori Collections.

Ngā Pakiwaitara - Bilingual Storytimes, part of a series

Nau mai hoki mai rā, join us every Tuesday between 10:30-11am for our Ngā Pakiwaitara, bilingual story times.

WHAIAO presents: Folk Tales Performance

Oct 16th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dark tales from the folklore of two cultures come together, to bewitch and inspire. with Kim Te Pairi Garrett and Lizzie Tollemache.

Speakers and talks

Find out about speakers and author talks at libraries.

Library Events Calendar

Check our online calendar to find out what's on at your local library - storytimes, book clubs, after school activities and more!

Celebrate!

Cultural celebrations, themed weeks, and notable events. Annual festivals, holidays, anniversaries, and special days of the year in Christchurch.

Upcoming celebrations

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