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All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: Children aged 2 and under will be permitted free provided they do not occupy a seat.

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    DNB Allstars NZ | Christchurch

    Wolfbrook Arena

    A stop on a 6-date tour.

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  2. Musicin 3 weeks

    Che Fu & The Kratez - 25 years of Navigator

    Christchurch Town Hall

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: This event is all ages, all patrons must hold a valid ticket for entry.

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  3. Musicin 9 weeks

    Rise Against with Dropkick Murphys

    Wolfbrook Arena

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: This event is All ages. All patrons must hold a valid ticket for entry.

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  4. Musicin 9 weeks

    Dermot Kennedy - The Weight Of The Woods Tour

    Christchurch Town Hall

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Please Note: This event is all ages. All patrons require a valid ticket for entry.

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  5. Sportsin 5 weeks

    RLWC26 - M: New Zealand v Cook Islands | W: New Zealand v France

    One NZ Stadium

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket This is your only chance to support New Zealand at home at ONE NZ Stadium! In a powerful double-header, France seeks redemption from RLWC 2022 in a historic thrashing from the Kiwi Ferns, whilst the Cook Islands aim for a major comeback against the Kiwis. Gates open 3:00pm - Game 1: Sunday 25 October 2026, 4:00pm local time (2:00pm AEDT). - Game 2: Sunday 25 October 2026, 6:05pm local time (4:00pm AEDT). *times are subject to change. Tickets from $19 NZD for adults and $49 for families (NZD). Sit in your country's dedicated supporter bay in the following sections: - New Zealand: Section 136 & 137. - Cook Islands: Section 131. - France: Section 130.

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  6. Musicin 10 weeks

    Cat Power - The Greatest On Tour

    James Hay Theatre, Town Hall

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: This event is all ages. All patrons require a vaild ticket for entry regardless of price. Twenty years on, Cat Power's The Greatest still feels timeless. This November, she returns to New Zealand performing the landmark 2006 album in full, alongside songs from across her celebrated catalogue. Recorded in Memphis with the Hi Rhythm section, The Greatest remains smoky, soulful and deeply intimate, a rare chance to experience its quiet power live.

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  7. Musicin 23 weeks

    The Longest Johns New Zealand Tour

    James Hay Theatre, Town Hall

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket

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  8. Sportsin 4 weeks

    WM New Zealand Netball Series - Silver Ferns v Australian Diamonds

    Wolfbrook Arena

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Get ready for an electrifying showdown as the Silver Ferns face the Australia Diamonds at Wolfbrook Arena on Wednesday, 21st October! Fresh off their Commonwealth Games performance, expect high intensity action, world-class skill, and fierce competition in this must-watch clash of the best teams in the world.

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  9. Musicin 7 weeks

    Stan Walker | A Symphonic Experience

    Wolfbrook Arena

    All Tickets are Mobile Ticket Only. Mobile Tickets are like Print-at-Home tickets but instead of having to print off the tickets yourself, you can just show the barcode on your mobile phone. It is the easiest way to access tickets to your events. For more information visit Ticketmaster.co.nz/mobileticket Child Policy: Children 2 years and under will be admitted free providing they sit on their caregiver's lap. For the first time in over six years, Stan Walker returns to the headline stage with STAN WALKER: A SYMPHONIC EXPERIENCE. His iconic voice, full live band and powerful orchestra reimagine 17 years of music, culture and connection. From Black Box to I AM, experience Stan like never before. A landmark night in New Zealand music.

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  10. Nightlifein 9 weeks

    MHITR: HEDEX & EKSMAN, MOZEY, SIMULA, AMPLIFY + MORE | CHRISTCHURCH

    Wolfbrook Arena

    Doors open, floor fills.

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  11. Sportsin 20 weeks

    Western Sydney Wanderers at Wellington Phoenix FC

    One New Zealand Stadium 路 Christchurch

    A divisional matchup.

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  12. Sportsin 8 weeks

    India at New Zealand

    One New Zealand Stadium 路 Christchurch

    Nations going head to head.

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What's on in Christchurch, at a glance

28 spots are on the Place to Be radar in Christchurch right now. The hottest is Western Sydney Wanderers at Wellington Phoenix FC at One New Zealand Stadium (hot right now, 67/100), followed by India at New Zealand and Rise Against with Dropkick Murphys. The board leans music and sports. Every spot is ranked 0 to 100 by how big the crowd is, and Place to Be does not sell tickets, so the order is honest.

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Top spots right now

  1. 1Western Sydney Wanderers at Wellington Phoenix FC 路 One New Zealand Stadium 路 Sat 6 Feb 路 Hot right now67
  2. 2India at New Zealand 路 One New Zealand Stadium 路 Sun 15 Nov 路 Hot right now66
  3. 3Rise Against with Dropkick Murphys 路 Wolfbrook Arena 路 Sat 21 Nov61
  4. 4Dermot Kennedy - The Weight Of The Woods Tour 路 Christchurch Town Hall 路 Wed 25 Nov61
  5. 5RLWC26 - M: New Zealand v Cook Islands | W: New Zealand v France 路 One NZ Stadium 路 Sun 25 Oct60
  6. 6Joe Jackson 路 Christchurch Town Hall 路 Sat 23 Jan60
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What's on in Christchurch?

28 spots are on the Place to Be radar in Christchurch right now. The biggest are Western Sydney Wanderers at Wellington Phoenix FC at One New Zealand Stadium (67/100), India at New Zealand at One New Zealand Stadium (66/100), Rise Against with Dropkick Murphys at Wolfbrook Arena (61/100).

What is the biggest event in Christchurch?

Western Sydney Wanderers at Wellington Phoenix FC at One New Zealand Stadium on Sat 6 Feb. It scores 67 out of 100 on the radar, the hot right now tier.

What kinds of events does Place to Be track in Christchurch?

Right now the Christchurch board has 20 music, 6 sports, 2 nightlife. Everything from arena concerts and league matches to festivals, nightlife and free city moments is on one ranked radar.

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Each spot is scored 0 to 100, led by how big the crowd is, then venue quality, ticket demand, category and whether more than one source lists it. Place to Be does not sell tickets, so the ranking is honest and never pay to play.

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