Bringing 13 live and local Aotearoa acts to the Christchurch Town Hall. Across 4 stages, Go Live is stacked with local talent from Ōtautahi and beyond. Check out the epic lineup: Opshop Push Push There's a Tuesday Pluto Volts The Boondocks Into The Void Caitlin The Eastern Velveteen Saint Peter's Thursday Lunar Intruder Dig The Gig Winner

* Lightning bolt emojis! * Get ready, Stank Asaph Street, it's time for Stop Dead! Sat Aug 22 at Darkroom! Featuring sets from old faves THE MULLS, new faves LOVERS ANONYMOUS, plus two new acts, LOOK OVER THERE and REVERBERATORS playing their first ever gigs! Showcasing a mix of local artists from indie and acoustic, to heavier and more experimental, this event offers a taster session of the many different musical communities and genres who take to the Darkroom stage…

September 2026 – Prepare your necks and brace your ears — SHRED FEST 2026 is coming! The renowned travelling metal festival will storm across Australia and New Zealand, delivering an unmatched celebration of technical excellence, intensity, and musical precision. SHRED FEST 2026 promises a diverse and uncompromising showcase of extreme metal — from technical precision to devastating heaviness. Expect the ultimate convergence of musicianship, passion, and power. Every year, SHRED FEST sets its sights on a new continent, bringing together…