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January 2024
Absolute BOWIE
Sanctuary Events present ABSOLUTE BOWIE ALL BOWIE - ALL NIGHT!! DJs Regress & Pris will be playing Bowie songs all night! Come along on the 8th anniversary of the thin white duke’s passing and enjoy the music from his amazing legacy. Tickets from Undertheradar UTR.CO.NZ R18 R.O.A.R
Find out more »Oh MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night 1980-2023 DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a dark journey celebrating Goth Rock, Post-Punk, EBM, Industrial, Darkwave + more from the Dark 80s thru to modern favourites!! Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz R18 R.O.A.R
Find out more »February 2024
It’s Got Loose!
Three of Ōtautahi’s finest even if we do say so ourselves. Don’t just sit at home in front of Netflix like a vegetable, come get loose you goose. Featuring Aura, Phatsak, and finally, everybody's favourite unwashed bogans, Narcotic Tonsils. Only a tenner!
Find out more »Another Corporate Bacchanalia
Come join in Another Corporate Bacchanalia! A night of music at the perimeters of punk(-esque), and metallic(-ish) music, at the Darkroom. Moider Mother: Cults, cannibals & killers; these are a few of our favourite things. They comprise the putrescent heart of wholesome family band Moider Mother. Tentripper: a two piece aural obstruction. Hailed by the Mosgeil Darts Club as “adventurous, dangerous an auricular helicopter. Combining many years of musical experience over different genres and the 1971 prize winners of the…
Find out more »Aloha Infinity preview show
How do you define love in an unlimited universe? How does romance figure in to it? What even is sex? Join me, Steve King, as I attempt to answer these questions and more in “Aloha Infinity” a show of stand up comedy and live music devised for the 2024 Fringe Festivals in Nelson and Dunedin. free to enjoy the show, but please support the bar
Find out more »March 2024
Kilat (Aus) + Distant Fear / Aotearoa Tour / March 2024
KILAT AOTEAROA TOUR MARCH 2024 Tickets available now from utr.co.nz: https://bit.ly/3tcEDmU or linktr.ee/wroughtmaterial Wrought Material is proud to present KILAT, a three piece raw black metal band hailing from Naarm / Melbourne, Australia. The band are touring Aotearoa for the first time in March of 2024. KILAT, consisting of members of High Tension, Agents of Abhorrence, MY DISCO and Whitehorse, have been performing relentlessly since forming in 2021, including sell out shows in Naarm as well as an immense tour…
Find out more »Breaking Sound
BREAKING SOUND has expanded to Darkroom in the heart of Christchurch. We showcase the hottest emerging artists and bands in premium locations around the city! FEATURING - Ragweed, Social Union & FLOODGATE R18 Tickets: $15+ fee ADV, $20+ fee OTD Ticket Link: https://tixr.com/e/96151 DOORS OPEN 8PM
Find out more »Stephanie McEwin and Steffany Beck
Stephanie McEwin and Band return to Darkroom for their EP launch show, with support from Steffany Beck Duo with Nick Burson Thursday 21 March Doors open 8pm $10 entry Door sales only, eftpos available at the door. R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »Boner and When Pets Attack
Legendary Chch glam-punk-surfish band When Pets Attack play alongside ex Nelson 80's punk band Boner Fri March 22nd Doors open 8pm R18. R.O.A.R. Cover charge applies
Find out more »Bad Llamas, Themeta and Flynn Adamson
Indie rockers Bad Llamas are back at darkroom for another night of fun and frolics! With a fresh line up and fresh songs, theres never been a better time to get your llama fix. Rock fusion masters Themea and one of Christchurch's best uo and coming singer songwriters Flynn Adamson complete an awesome line up
Find out more »Monotovoko, COAL, Pneumatic Fever
Join us from 8pm, 28mar, at darkroom for the return of some a Thursday Noise Situation favourites; monotovoko, Pneumatic Fever, and COAL. monotovoko - Motoko Kikkawa and James Robinson, fluid sound collaborators with samplers and violin, dance music with world influences Pneumatic Fever - the reanimated discontents of an alien arcade claw machine COAL - yet another line up change 8pm 28mar darkroom note - due to Easter licensing laws the venue will have to close by midnight R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »April 2024
Darkroom Open Mic Night
Join us for our an Open Mic Night, on the first Weds of each month! Doors open 7pm with music from 7:30pm Sound person, drum kit, mics, and bass and guitar amps provided. Sign up on the blackboard on the night to play for up to 15mins Musicians and bands of any genre, and any musical ability/experience level welcome to perform. Solo acts and group acts all welcome! Free entry R18 R.O.A.R.
Find out more »OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night 1980-2024 DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a dark journey celebrating Goth Rock, Post-Punk, EBM, Industrial, Darkwave +more from the Dark 80s thru to modern favourites!! Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz R18 R.O.A.R
Find out more »May 2024
Songwriters’ Collective
Returning to Darkroom for the fifth instalment, Songwriters’ Collective brings you a night filled with live, original acoustic music. Proudly presented by local songwriter Deborah Wilding, who combines her passion for song and supporting local talent, you’ll be charmed by an intimate event at the wonderful Darkroom - a hidden gem in the local music scene. Joined on stage by Shady Wade and Kay Duncan, there’s no better way to spend a pre-winter evening in Ōtautahi, celebrating NZ Music Month,…
Find out more »May the Synth Be With You
From Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch, four bands will converge for one night of dark, mysterious, intense and powerful dark electro music. Wear your blackest outfits and join the gathering of bats from far and wide.
Find out more »KARAOKE NIGHT AT DARKROOM
Join us for a FREE pub quiz hosted by comedian Feather Unsure. We promise there'll be NO SPORTS QUESTIONS! Weds May 29th Doors open at 7pm Quiz kicks off 7:30pm Darkroom 336 St Asaph St Free entry! Teams of up to 6 people welcome. Bar tab up for grabs for the winning team, plus spot prizes throughout the night. Email info@darkroom.bar to book a table for your team R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »June 2024
Bin Day ‘Take Out The Trash’ Single Release Show
Fresh from playing О̄tepoti Dunedin's iconic Feastock Festival, О̄tautahi punk trio Bin Day have been back in the Moonbase Record Collective studio to record their second EP. Come along to Darkroom on Saturday June 1st to celebrate the release of the first single from the new EP. 'Take Out The Trash' is a silly anthem celebrating the origin story of the Bin Day project. With support from our banjo-wielding garage rock buddies Sentient Mud. Plus Bin Day will be dropping…
Find out more »A Progressive Blues Experiment
Doors open @ 6.15pm Show starts 7pm Famous Down Under Records presents: A Progressive Blues Experiment...featuring three unique acts, exploring different hues of the blues, from "Leviticus Genes and the Moon Spins", "House Of Kahurangi" and "Midnight Delta", the first Christchurch based all girl blues band, come see this exciting new show, that will leave you wanting more
Find out more »OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a dark journey celebrating Goth Rock, Post-Punk, EBM, Industrial, Darkwave +more from the Dark 80s thru to modern favourites!! Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz R18 R.O.A.R
Find out more »Traficante, Zephyr, Big John’s House
Traficante, Zephyr and Big John's House are returning to the world-famous Darkroom to once again bring you a show that you'll be telling your grandchildren about one day. Traficante continue their campaign of guerilla warfare against bland conformity in the world of music. Zephyr will pull you into a world where time stands still and your bones will be turned to dust. Big John's House will leave you wondering what has just happened and whether or not you'll need to…
Find out more »July 2024
Katharticus, Aura, And Narcotic Tonsils
Come on down to the Darkroom to see three great bands! Katharticus are a rock trio all the way from Dunedin with a musical style ranging from surf punk to post rock and nearly everything between. The amazing Aura are Otautahi's most eclectic (and probably only) surf/punk/blues band delivering polish and grit in equal measures. The Narcotic Tonsils have been described as "Loud, snotty bogans from the Garden Sh_tty. Your dad doesn’t like us but your mum is loving it".…
Find out more »Leviticus Genes, The Moon Spins, The Fabulous Blue Beats
A showcase of live, original music from local blues, acoustic and singer-songwriter acts. Featuring the alt country Americana, folksy, bluesy, rock sounds of Leviticus Genes and the Moon Spins, plus the psychedelic indie and energized electric jazz-blues of The Fabulous Blue Beats. Friday July 19th at Darkroom 336 St Asaph St, Chch Central Doors open 7pm Music starts 7:30pm $10 entry, eftpos available at the door R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »August 2024
Lads On Tour Cabaret
Join us at Darkroom for a weird and wonderful variety show filled with burlesque, comedy, poetry, dance and circus performances! Featuring performances from: Hermaprodite Adora Bubble Ivy Feather Unsure Mealanie McKerchar Elsie Ray Lee Licious Lady Stardust Thurs Aug 1st Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street Doors open 7pm, show starts 7:30pm Earlybirds tickets start at just $15! Grab yours here: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2024/lads-on-tour-cabaret3/christchurch R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »THE RAINFALL AND FRIENDS @ THE DARKROOM
☔️THE RAINFALL & FRIENDS - LIVE, AUGUST 15TH AT THE DARKROOM ☔️ The Rainfall are proud to announce our debut headline show at The Darkroom on Thursday the 15th of August. We will be playing all of our streamable music, as well as a few brand new tracks that we really think you will enjoy, and if you've seen us before, you know that we love to switch our songs up for a live show! For those new to The…
Find out more »September 2024
Echo Chamber – Chch Covers Night
Join us for the 4th annual Ōtautahi Christchurch Echo Chamber* - a night of celebrating our music community as local bands take to the stage to cover songs by other local bands! Featuring sets from: KWASI MENTAL JOY S.E.I.S.M.I.C. SENTIENT MUD STONECHILD THE WENDYS Sat Sept 28th Darkroom, 336 St Asaph St Doors 7:30pm First band 8pm sharp $15 tickets from Under the Radar, available from August 30th, or $20 on the door on the night if not sold out…
Find out more »October 2024
Stonechild – The Worst Tour In Aotearoa – Otautahi Show
Stonechild (Dom Anderson, Noah Steffens, Rufus Bax) are The Worst Grunge band in Ōtautahi who, since 2022, have been fucking shit up with their high energy shows and filthy riffs. They're hitting the road in October to bring their debut album (and some new unreleased songs) to the rest of Aotearoa. 19th October - Ōtautahi (Darkroom) 25th October - Kirikiriroa (Dougfest 2) 2nd November - Ōtautahi (Secret Show) 9th November - Ōtepoti (Inch Bar) Joining them for their Ōtautahi show…
Find out more »November 2024
Darkroom Halloween Special 2024
Join us at the 6th annual Darkroom Halloween Special for a jam-packed night of live music featuring The Wendys, Goodbye Starlet, Horse Hands, and more! We're gonna bust out our best Halloween decor around the venue, and we'll even provide free snacks for you to enjoy to keep up your energy for dancing the monster mash! Dress ups are encouraged, with bar tabs to be won for best dressed! Friday November 1st $10 presales from UTR Or $15 on the…
Find out more »Sea Mouse Live at Darkroom
Pōneke Rockers Sea Mouse are back on the road this November. The four date tour announcement comes in anticipation of their upcoming third album ‘Dance Tunnel’. The trio have released three singles off the forthcoming album including Gearbox, Weed Whacker, and Sold His Soul. As recent recipients of funding from NZ on air, you can expect for the next single, Red Day, to be released in early 2025. Join Sea Mouse at the Darkroom in Christchurch on Saturday 23rd November…
Find out more »December 2024
In The City, Monotones and Darkroom Live at Darkroom!
In The City, Monotones, and Seraphim are three Rockin Originals Band playing Friday night at the Darkroom. In The City will be debuting some of their newest bangers for what's sure to be a mind melting night! Tickets $10 at the door or online. First band playing from 8pm. Featuring: In The City, are a fast paced four piece that blast out punky anthems and soulful pop tunes. They will be debuting some the new tunes they have brewing in…
Find out more »Noiselotteree
A Thursday Noise Situation presents one final showcase for 2024 - a night of improvised performances from regular A Thursday Noise Situation artists who have been placed into random grouping to perform together on the night. Expect experimental, ambient, and noise acts. Thurs Dec 12th 8pm doors, music from 8:30pm Free entry R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »Radio On: Punk/Proto Punk Showcase
Radio On have been broadcasting Proto Punk and Punk classics to Otautahi audiences throughout 2024. The 5-piece band features the local legends Gene-Pool Belmondo on vocals and guitar and Mark Android on lead guitar and vocals. They pride themselves on delivering the music they grew up on with the reverence it deserves. Featuring songs by artists such as; Sex Pistols, The Clash, Ramones, Bowie, Buzzcocks, T-Rex, Magazine, The Stooges, The Velvet Underground, plus more! Plus Patients, who will be playing…
Find out more »Bekah’s Buddies: Volume IV
Bekah's Buddies is back with another stacked line up! This time Big John's House, Lemonridge, Pixie Platoon, and Seraphim are all set to take to the stage! Entry is via donation of non-perishable food items, good condition second hand clothing, items to help new parents like nappies etc, or cash donations are welcome too. Monetary donations will go to Cholmondely, while other items will head to local food banks. Sat Dec 14th 8pm doors R18. R.O.A.R.
Find out more »Darkroom Holiday Special 2024
The 9th annual Darkroom Holiday Special is taking place on Saturday December 21st, with a massive line up of local bands playing across two stages from 7pm til midnight! Entry by minimum donation of $20, door sales only. Cash and eftpos accepted at the door. All money collected at the door will be donated to Mana Tipua. 7pm doors, first band on at 7:20pm sharp Darkroom 336 St Asaph St Chch Central Line up: BEWARE THE GOATMAN CAMEL TONYS DAYTRIP…
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