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Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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January 2024

Absolute BOWIE

January 13, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - January 14, 2024 @ 1:00 am NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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

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Oh MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night

January 20, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - January 21, 2024 @ 1:00 am NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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

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February 2024

It’s Got Loose!

February 3, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - February 4, 2024 @ 12:00 am NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10.00

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!

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Another Corporate Bacchanalia

February 24, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - February 25, 2024 @ 12:00 am NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

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…

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Aloha Infinity preview show

February 25, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Free

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

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March 2024

Kilat (Aus) + Distant Fear / Aotearoa Tour / March 2024

March 16, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$32

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…

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Breaking Sound

March 20, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

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

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Stephanie McEwin and Steffany Beck

March 21, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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.

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Boner and When Pets Attack

March 22, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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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

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Bad Llamas, Themeta and Flynn Adamson

March 23, 2024 @ 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10 – $15

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

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Monotovoko, COAL, Pneumatic Fever

March 28, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Free

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.

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April 2024

Darkroom Open Mic Night

April 3, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Free

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.

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OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night

April 13, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - April 14, 2024 @ 1:00 am NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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

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May 2024

Songwriters’ Collective

May 2, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$20

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,…

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May the Synth Be With You

May 4, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10.00

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.

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KARAOKE NIGHT AT DARKROOM

May 29, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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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.

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June 2024

Bin Day ‘Take Out The Trash’ Single Release Show

June 1, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

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…

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A Progressive Blues Experiment

June 7, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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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

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OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night

June 15, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - June 16, 2024 @ 1:00 am NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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

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Traficante, Zephyr, Big John’s House

June 22, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - June 23, 2024 @ 2:00 am NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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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…

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July 2024

Katharticus, Aura, And Narcotic Tonsils

July 6, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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".…

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Leviticus Genes, The Moon Spins, The Fabulous Blue Beats

July 19, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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.

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August 2024

Lads On Tour Cabaret

August 1, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

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.

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THE RAINFALL AND FRIENDS @ THE DARKROOM

August 15, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

☔️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…

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September 2024

Echo Chamber – Chch Covers Night

September 28, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZST
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15.00

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…

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October 2024

Stonechild – The Worst Tour In Aotearoa – Otautahi Show

October 19, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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…

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November 2024

Darkroom Halloween Special 2024

November 1, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10.00

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…

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Sea Mouse Live at Darkroom

November 23, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$25

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…

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December 2024

In The City, Monotones and Darkroom Live at Darkroom!

December 6, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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…

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Noiselotteree

December 12, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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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.

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Radio On: Punk/Proto Punk Showcase

December 13, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

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…

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Bekah’s Buddies: Volume IV

December 14, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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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.

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Darkroom Holiday Special 2024

December 21, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$20

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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January 2025

OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night

January 18 @ 8:00 pm - January 19 @ 1:00 am NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

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!! Our shows always sell out in advance so we recommend getting your tickets early to avoid missing out!! Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz R18 R.O.A.R

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Gutterlove, BOG and Model Home

January 23 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15 – $20

Don't miss this opportunity to catch Motueka's Gutterlove and Wellington's BOG venturing south for the very first time! Gutterlove play upbeat quirky, funky, punky rock tunes w duel boy/girl lead vocals. Based around Motueka, this is their 1st time playing away from home. Gutterlove may be your new favourite band!! Skuxxrock stars BOG are a must-see for fans of jangle, groove, and melody rich tunes. Hot off the heels of their debut release, their new song "Manchild" is a certified…

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Karaoke Night at Darkroom

January 28 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Darkroom Karaoke Night... featuring you! 1000s of songs to choose from, including all your fave guilty pleasures, pop hits, slow jams, rock anthems, 90s bangers, and the epic ballads that you only really confidently know the chorus to and didn't realise were 7 minutes long.... but hey, it's karaoke! Any and all singing abilities and experience levels welcome to come and have a laugh and a singalong with us. Sat Feb 22nd Doors open 8pm Free entry! R18. R.O.A.R. Fun…

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February 2025

Dark Room Open Mic Night

February 5 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Join us for our Open Mic Night, on the first Weds of each month! Wed Feb 5th Doors open 7pm with music from 7:30pm This month's guest performer will be local singer-songwriter Deej Cooper 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. Spots are limited, first in first served. Musicians and bands of any genre, and any musical ability/experience level welcome to perform.…

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Traficante

February 7 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$10

Traficante, King Tides and The Camel Tonys are bringing a night of original indie, punk, and rock & roll music to Darkroom! Fri Feb 7th Doors open 8pm $10 entry, eftpos available at the door R18, ID required for entry R.O.A.R

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Bin Day Ep Release with The Mulls & Big John’s House

February 15 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

Bin Day are excited to announce the release of their second EP 'Fly Tip' thanks to Moonbase Record Collective! Join them for an EP release gig at Darkroom on Sat Feb 15th with support from The Mulls and Big John's House! They'll be playing our new songs live for the very first time. Tickets $15 from UTR R18. R.O.A.R. Take a listen: The Mulls - Jangle punks - https://themullsnz.bandcamp.com/ Big John's House - Indie rock taste makers - https://bigjohnshouse.bandcamp.com/ Bin…

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The Fanny Farts Fancy Fancy Flapaganza

February 21 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$5

The Fanny Farts Fancy Fancy Flapaganza is a flaptastic celebration for those who like to let their freak flag fly. An event full of quality music for those who love to dance, comedy for those who like to laugh. Lovely Double Browns and other refreshing beverages for when you desire a wee drinkypoo and the most welcoming venue found in Christchurch, The Darkroom. When the general public says that kind of thing isn’t normal or you just cant wear that,…

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Fierce Salon- Poetry with a bite

February 23 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

Set your Sunday night on fire with some of the fiercest poets Ōtautahi has to offer, with all proceeds going to the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa. The current government's favourite poet Tusiata Avia heads up a line up of poets that speak truth to power; Juanita Hepi, Ariana Tikao, Danielle O'Halloran, Davien Gray and Melanie McKerchar; all doing feature length sets. Join us at the darkroom for a night of powerful performance, that will fill your cup, and heat your…

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Only You

February 28 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

Only You Playing with support from Steampunk Fish & Velveteen

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March 2025

Objectify Exhibition Opening at Art Hole

March 4 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Free

Objectify is a women's group mixed media art exhibition displaying artworks that celebrate the female form. Fine Art Nude, Erotic and Fetish themes are on display. Mediums include; Photo Encaustic, Paper Collage, Charcoal / Pastel Drawings, Stone Sculptures, Photography and Acrylic Paintings. 20% of the sales commissions will be donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation. This exhibition is for a mature audience only.

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Dark Room Open Mic Night

March 5 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
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Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Free

Join us for our Open Mic Night, on the first Weds of each month! Wed March 5th 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. Spots are limited, first in first served. 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…

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Lads On Tour: Cabaret -Celebrates 10 years

March 6 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
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One event on March 7, 2025 at 7:00pm

One event on March 8, 2025 at 7:00pm

Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$23.25

Lads On Tour Cabaret celebrates its 10th birthday with a run of shows at Darkroom in March 2025! Each show is hosted by Feather Unsure and features a different line up of local and out-of-town talent as we revisit some our fave acts, performers and moments from the last 10 years! Lads on Tour first took to the stage in March 2015. What was originally meant to be a one off informal variety show of weird and wonderful acts quickly…

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Lads On Tour: Cabaret -Celebrates 10 years

March 7 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
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One event on March 7, 2025 at 7:00pm

One event on March 8, 2025 at 7:00pm

Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$23.25

Lads On Tour Cabaret celebrates its 10th birthday with a run of shows at Darkroom in March 2025! Each show is hosted by Feather Unsure and features a different line up of local and out-of-town talent as we revisit some our fave acts, performers and moments from the last 10 years! Lads on Tour first took to the stage in March 2015. What was originally meant to be a one off informal variety show of weird and wonderful acts quickly…

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Lads On Tour: Cabaret -Celebrates 10 years

March 8 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
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One event on March 7, 2025 at 7:00pm

One event on March 8, 2025 at 7:00pm

Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$23.25

Lads On Tour Cabaret celebrates its 10th birthday with a run of shows at Darkroom in March 2025! Each show is hosted by Feather Unsure and features a different line up of local and out-of-town talent as we revisit some our fave acts, performers and moments from the last 10 years! Lads on Tour first took to the stage in March 2015. What was originally meant to be a one off informal variety show of weird and wonderful acts quickly…

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Urban Art and Wilde mind Exhibition Opening at Art hole

March 11 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Urban Art & a Wilde Mind An exhibition by artists David Caines and Juniper Wilde Opening event Tues March 11th 5:30-7pm with complimentary wine and nibbles for attendees, plus live music performance by Jacey Goldfinger. David's art explores human emotions in different levels of consciousness. He uses bright, vibrant colours that contrast with the darker, deeper meaning of his work. Meanwhile Juniper enjoys distilling natural, animalistic and philosophic concepts of the human condition through the playfulness of abstract works

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Free artist seminar-Organising a gig

March 13 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Keen to play your first gig but don’t know where to start? Played a couple of gigs with other bands but never organised one yourself? Trying to get in touch with venues but not hearing back? Darkroom's free, informal, peer-run artist development sessions are back! Come along on Thurs March 13th for a session on How to Book a Gig! The speakers for this session include venue owner Feather Shaw, sound person & musician Steffi Brightwell, and musician, band manager…

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Detour, Third Junction and Seraphim

March 14 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$20

Kicking the year off with great friends and even greater bands. Join @official_detour @thirdjunctionband @seraphimmmmmmm on March 14th at @darkroomchch for a night of phonic fun. Each band brings a different energy and sound for everyone. Tickets will be announced and available online shortly! They will also be available at the door. We have a special night in store for you so we hope to see you there 🤙 We are an R18 premises, you must be 18+ to perform…

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OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night

March 15 @ 8:00 pm - March 16 @ 12:00 am NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$15

Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a journey celebrating the Dark 80s featuring Goth Rock, Post-Punk, Dark Wave, Industrial, Death Rock, Future Pop, Cold Wave, Synth Pop +more Expect to hear music from a selection of these artists and more; ALIEN SEX FIEND, AND ONE, BAUHAUS, CABARET VOLTAIRE, CHRISTIAN DEATH, CLAN OF XYMOX, COCTEAU TWINS, COVENANT, DEAD CAN DANCE, DEATH CULT, DEPECHE MODE, ECHO AND THE…

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Oh MY Goth: Dark Music Club Night

March 15 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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$12.50

Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a journey celebrating the Dark 80s featuring Goth Rock, Post-Punk, Dark Wave, Industrial, Death Rock, Future Pop, Cold Wave, Synth Pop +more Expect to hear music from a selection of these artists and more; ALIEN SEX FIEND, AND ONE, BAUHAUS, CABARET VOLTAIRE, CHRISTIAN DEATH, CLAN OF XYMOX, COCTEAU TWINS, COVENANT, DEAD CAN DANCE, DEATH CULT, DEPECHE MODE, ECHO AND THE…

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Wytones, Horse Hands, and Abandoned Carpark

March 20 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Wytones, Horse Hands, & Abamdoned Carpark playing at Darkroom R18 R.O.A.R

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LemonRidge, Big Johns House and Mates

March 21 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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LemonRidge, Big Johns House & Mates Playing at Darkroom R18 R.O.A.R

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The Daze, Third Junction and Monotones

March 22 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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The Daze, Third Junction & Monotones Playing at Darkroom R18 R.O.A.R

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Eva Lorenz Exhibition Opening at Art Hole

March 25 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Experimental Manual Effects An exhibition by artist Eva Lorez. This is the opening exhibition for Eva’s residency at local community-centred photography space, Photosynthesis. The exhibition will present a small collection of manual experimental effects photos from Eva’s catalogue. Alongside the photos will be the items used to produce the images, allowing the audience to engage in the hands-on process. This will later be available for people to come and try themselves in experimental photography workshops. Opening Tuesday March 25th 5:30-7pm…

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DarkRoom Free Pub Quiz

March 26 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm NZDT
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Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Join us for a FREE pub quiz hosted by Feather Unsure. Last Wednesday of every Month 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.

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A Thursday Noise Situation

March 27 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
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Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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a Thursday Noise Situation is a monthly Thursday evening of experimental and noise music at the darkroom. Ranging from traditional rock-band line-ups to a person with a drill. Come down and enjoy the more out there side of music. R18 R.O.A.R

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Radium, Internet Death and More

March 28 @ 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Radium, Internet Death & More Playing at Darkroom R18 R.O.A.R

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Dbldbl, Kommi, and Missrosevalentina

March 29 @ 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm NZDT
Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street
Christchurch, Canterbury New Zealand
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Dbldbl, Kommi, and Missrosevalentina perform at Darkroom R18 R.O.A.R

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