August 2026
Dogfest 2026
An eclectic mix of bands from around New Zealand descend upon The Loons to raise money and support animal welfare.
Find out more »Big Sima And Boomtown – The Price Of Peace Ep Release Tour!! (Chch/AA)
The road warriors are back for their 6th national tour and they're closing out the Peace Trilogy in style. Three years, three EPs, and Big Sima and Boomtown show no signs of slowing down. The Price Of Peace EP Release Tour brings fresh material alongside that signature horn-driven hip hop, funky breaks and soulful grooves delivered live by one of NZ's hardest working 7-piece ensembles. Five cities, special guests, and a chapter worth celebrating. Don't sleep on this one. Support…
Find out more »Go Live Festival 2026
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
Find out more »Stop Dead Fest 2026 With Lovers Anonymous, The Mulls And More
* 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…
Find out more »Marlee Spear and Cherry Red
You're in for a night of sonic delights with two stand out acts - first Cherry Red, followed by Marlee Spear. There will be rock, there will be roll, there will be indie, there will be soul. There will be chance to dance, and dance to chance, and all in all, an opportunity to get lost in the feeling of MUSIC in all caps. We're here to make a place where you can come spend the evening being alive with…
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