April 2026
Art Exhibition – The Art of Devotion
You’re invited to attend the opening evening for 'The Art of Devotion', the first public exhibition by new artist Shaun Hickland. This collection of manuscript illustrations is inspired by the devotional and illuminated manuscripts of the Middle Ages, blending faith, beauty and cognitive devotion. Since 2017, Shaun has been creating pieces combining calligraphy, border illustrations and illuminated capitals in his own unique style. A period in Ireland gave a Celtic and theological flavour to his latest pieces, and inspired reflections…
Find out more »Levi Genes And The Moon Spins Band
Levi Genes and the Moon Spins Band, also featuring The Outboard Motors. Original Indy folk/rock at its best, featuring two of Christchurch's hardest working bands. Doors Open at 7pm Support live, local and original music R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »Powder Chutes w/ The Boondocks
For a long time now we’ve been wanting to do some shows with The Boondocks… So we’re stoked to announce that The Boonies are joining Pow Chu for our first tour of 2026. Boom! And (drum roll) for the Christchurch / Ōtautahi show on 17 April at Dark Room it’s our absolute pleasure to announce that joining us as Very Special Guests are the incredible Ragweed!… Boom Boom! This is a seriously stacked line-up…. It means tickets are about to…
Find out more »OTHER VOICES perform the music of SIOUXSIE & THE BANSHEES
Sanctuary Events present The Best of SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES Performed Live by OTHER VOICES Featuring a 2 hour showcase of songs from their punk beginnings thru to their iconic post-punk classics. OTHER VOICES will be performing a special selection of songs from almost every Banshees album. Expect to hear fan favourites, deep cuts and classic songs such as; Spellbound, Christine, Cities in Dust, The Passenger, Dear Prudence, Mirage, Love in a Void, Hong Kong Garden, Israel, Arabian Knights, Happy…
Find out more »DROOK (USA) & ALH Mini-Festival – Christchurch
Very special two venue, mini-festival at Darkroom and Space Academy. Bands alternate so you can see everyone 🙂 7:00PM Doors Open 7:30PM Jess Aspinwell - Darkroom 8:00PM Grifthorse - Space Academy 8:30PM U-No Juno (DUD) - Darkroom 9:00PM Wurld Series - Space Academy 9:30PM Marsha - Darkroom 10:00PM Drook (USA) - Space Academy 10:40PM Trekkers Hotel (WKA) - Darkroom 11:10PM Slur (IVC) - Space Academy BANDS: Drook (USA) https://www.alowhum.com/drook Slur (IVC) https://www.facebook.com/SLURNZ/ U-No Juno (DUD) https://www.instagram.com/u_no_junoband/ Trekkers Hotel (WKA) https://www.instagram.com/trekkers_hotel/…
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