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Wunderbar Slam
WUNDERBAR SLAM 28TH AUGUST 2026 This is the most staked lineup I’ve ever arranged for an event, this one is gonna be a GREAT night featuring many different genres and styles. See all the acts below… LEWIS PARKE - Lewis Parke is an indie alt pop act with a bite, blending new wave influence with a modern indie sound. Living in the dark, the mysterious, the unsaid words that lay in between a conversation. Lush vocals layered on intricate guitar…
Pretty Good People vol 1: Paige Julia, Bellsy, Ayaluna
Pretty Good People is a new night at XCHC where Paige Julia, our resident weirdo-in-chief, selects the finest up'n'coming air-movers. For bass, we gather. Pretty Good People represents all who stand under the umbrella of bass music, including dubstep, breakbeat, drum and bass, hip hop, jungle and what lies in between. Pretty Good People welcome the weird, the unconventional, the meek and the adventurous: We will all be united in dance. Pretty Good People Volume 1 featuring: PAIGE JULIA…
Inspired Whimsy
Come run away with the spirit of Whimsy! Join us for an absurd cabaret bursting at the seams with comedy, magic, circus and few cheeky surprises. A selection of Ōtautahi's finest variety performers have been assembled for your viewing pleasure. Don't miss out, book now! R18 R.O.A.R
DEATHRO, Unsanitary Napkin, Homesickk, Mental Joy
DEATHRO (Japan), UNSANITARY NAPKIN, HOMESICKK, and MENTAL JOY at Lyttelton Coffee Co. Kanagawa Japan’s #1 rock vocalist DEATHRO returns to Aotearoa in September 2026, presented by Wrought Material and Chain Punk Baddie. Beloved by the Tokyo punk underground, DEATHRO combines new wave, post-punk, and J-Rock into high-energy BEATROCK in the 1980’s Japanese tradition. DEATHRO’s performance is ecstatic and powerful, while the lyrics are grounded in working class politics. DEATHRO has a punk mind and expresses it. Amongst messages of solidarity,…
Heavyweight Hertz
This September 11th, prepare for an absolute takeover at the Wunderbar as five heavyweights tear the roof off with a night of Drum & Bass and Jungle. Dj Mömentö sets the vibe early with lush, soaring melodic soundscapes before CJ cranks up the temperature with raw, old-school underground jungle beats. Qwonq then shifts gears, dropping his own high-energy signature DnB blend, passing the torch to Geck to keep the dancefloor rolling with a unique, custom flavor of jungle. Finally, Shredder…
Kenring Album Fundraiser Gig
HEY, what's this…? KENRING are putting on a glorious show at The Space Academy to raise funds for their upcoming album recording!!! We are finally putting on our Debut Headliner show. Get Ready for some mean, hard hitting riffage, not only from kenring as they have rangled together RAGWEED and RVÀ to round out this amazing show. RAGWEED are a three piece alternative metal/post-rock band that have been around since 2022, we have a lot of fun gigging with this…
Diffrent
The German UKG prodigy Diffrent! Known for blending classic UK garage with jungle, breaks and bass, his music has earned support from the biggest names in the scene. On an unstoppable run, he's taking over the Sydenham Underpass this September, we’re in for a fast sell with this show. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Sydenham Underpass | Christchurch Friday 11th September | 9:00pm - 2:00am Local Support from: TBA
MATES with CRATES #002
12th September Who's ready for ROUND 2?! After some absolute vibes at our Debut gig in June, we are back with the 2nd Installment of Mates With Crates #002. The formula remains the same...A free event, with your hosts Matte, Thought & Joat spinning our collections with 1 special guest on the line up! This time round we have our great friend, absolute badman & Christchurch staple... REACH gracing the decks to share some of his priceless & timeless collection…
Korimako: A Twisted Frequency Fundraiser
Join us for a HUGE night of electronic music to support Twisted Frequency with TWO stages, more than TEN local artists, and a wide variety of genres, alongside visual art, safe partying culture, and a focus on community.
Emerson – Leap! On Tour
Tāmaki Makaurau-based Emerson and her band are hitting the road to celebrate the release of her debut EP, Leap! The first headline tour marks a major milestone for one of Aotearoa's most exciting emerging pop artists. Showcasing her growth as both a songwriter and performer, Leap! reflects the diverse musical world Emerson has built over the past two years since winning the Smokefree Rockquest Solo-Duo Award in 2024. Audiences can sing along to infectious pop hooks, connect with her honest…
Office Dog Album Release Tour
After venturing over to the UK and Europe this past May, Office Dog are celebrating the release of their sophomore album 'Prime Corner' back home with a run of shows around the country in September.ytyt
Achtung! Te Waipounamu Tour
Achtung! make their return to both the legendary Darkroom and their hometown of Dunedin to celebrate the release of their debut album. In Christchurch we will be playing alongside slowcore sleuths Abandoned Carparks and indie pop rockers Secret Admirer at Darkroom St Asaph Street. Our long overdue Dunedin return will reunite us with our best buddies U-no Juno and the alternative music mastermind Emily Esplin band at Pearl Diver. Don't miss out.
RUDDE STUDIOS powered by ROOTS FIRE AND RDU SOUNDSYSTEM
ROOTS FIRE STAGE: (A-Z) HAARN INDECISIVE KINECT KNOTTA SID RDU STAGE: (A-Z) DOMAS B2B NEUTZE KINECT NECRUM (& friends) RUDDE STUDIOS are bringing out ROOTS FIRE SOUND SYSTEM and RDU for a night of heavyweight selections across 2 STAGES featuring some of Ōtautahi’s finest 👀🔥 If you know what’s good for your ears then we can’t wait to see you…
A Night With Adam Hattaway
A Night With Adam Hattaway Mt Noise proudly presents A Night With Adam Hattaway, an intimate performance and interview show featuring the music and words of one of our most energetic songwriters here in Aotearoa New Zealand. Hosted by musician and interviewer Isaac McFarlane this event will deepen your connection to the wonderful music of Adam & his collaborators through performance and conversation across a ninety minutes live interview format ~ all in an intimate seated setting at Space Academy.…
Strung Out (USA)
Sticky Fingaz is proud to present Fat Wreck Mainstays Strung Out (usa) NZ Tour September 2026 Celebrating their classic LP Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues and other hits from there 35 year career at top of their game Strung Out (USA) w/ Crisis and Fastplant Mon 14th Sept - Christchurch Loons R18, Doors 8pm STRUNG OUT (USA) RETURN FOR FULL-BLOWN NZ TOUR—PERFORMING Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues IN FULL Strung Out tore through NZ in 2023, and you lapped it up. You…