April 2026
Ritual – A Night Of Divine Feminine Magick
Ritual - A Night of Divine Feminine Magick An ethereal night of all femme fronted acts, featuring psychedelic soulful rockers ‘Moonflower’, the mystical gothic alt-rock trio ‘Luna and the Aether’ and emotive dark alternative duo ‘Pyyrhic’. Each, a force to be reckoned with in their own rights, will take you on a journey from shadow work realms through to catharsis, til we rise from the ashes together. Doors at 8pm, first act on at 8:30pm. R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »A Thursday Noise Situation
Join us from 8pm, 30apr, at darkroom for three new bands; Vomitare L’Anima, Haahlon Keiyon, and LK-99. Vomitare L’Anima “They invent a howling theatrical language through which it becomes possible to express the grief of the whole world, a language understood by no one but the two of them.” ― Unica Zürn. Haahlon Keiyon mutilates and sacrifices melodies on an altar of beats, noise, and performance to shake off psychic trances in order to reassess perception - with a view…
Find out more »May 2026
Big League EP Tour – Christchurch
Melbourne indie rockers Big League make their return to NZ this May, and they're paying a visit to Darkroom to showcase choice cuts from their brand new EP, Windanswagger. For lovers of noisy anthems, and catchy guitar pop, this is an evening not to be missed. Supports: Best Bets, Hoihoi $15+BF pre-sale/ $20 on the door TICKETS SELLING FAST - THIS WILL SELL OUT! R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »Revenge Of The Synth
Have you ever wanted to headbang to dance beats? You are not alone! This is your chance. ROBOTS IN LOVE bring huge guitar riffs, powerhouse drums, epic synths and the sexiest basslines that will have you headbanging and simultaneously scooting around the dance floor. Think Bring Me The Horizon and Linkin Park vibes. “A standout example of how metal and electronic elements can be fused.”- Edgar Allen Poets “A stadium level of ambition and assurance.”- Muzic.net The 3-piece from Dunedin…
Find out more »Foley – Like An Actress EP Release
Indie-pop faves Foley announce Aotearoa Tour in celebration of their triumphant new EP, LIKE AN ACTRESS Fresh off the back of the release of their new EP, LIKE AN ACTRESS, New Zealand’s favourite indie-pop duo Foley have announced they’re returning home to tour. The Sydney-based Foley will kick off the LIKE AN ACTRESS New Zealand Tour in Christchurch at the Darkroom on Thursday, May 7, before heading north to Auckland at Whammy on Friday, May 8 and wrapping up in…
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