What’s on

It’s all things music, arts, and sport taking place in and around Christchurch over the coming weeks.

17-24 FEB -LIMINEL BEINGS, TYAN HAUS

Bringing together 3 Ōtautahi-based artists, Liminel Beings will have it’s opening night 17 February. Pop Top will be there during the daytime hours serving hot beverages and baked goods. toiotautahi.org.nz/views/liminal-beings-attyanhaus

3-5 MARCH – OFF CENTRE STARTS

A festival bursting with music, comedy, theatre, food, a market, and vibrant entertainment to celebrate The Arts Centre’s restoration. More than 50 events, with many free and familyfriendly. Indoor events require bookings. artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/o -centre

10 MAR – PIPE BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS

To be held in the heart of the city by the Royal New Zealand Pipe Band Association, the championships are a chance to see this exciting spectacle live. www.rnzpba.com

3-11 MAR - BREAKING PLATES

This new heartfelt, thought-provoking, and original musical set in Christchurch is a show not to be missed. www.breakingplatesthemusical.com

17-19 MAR – THE CHCH ART SHOW

FEBRUARY & MARCH Coming

A scenic Triathlon, Duathlon, Trail run and children’s event in the beautiful Godley Head and Taylors Mistake area. Options available for individuals or teams, with events for kids through to elite athletes. www.chchartshow.co.nz

16-18 MAR - NZ MARCHING CHAMPS

At the Christchurch Arena, 40 marching teams will compete. Be wowed by the synchronisation and display and grab a $15 Tickets, U13 free. www.nationalstickets2023@gmail.com facebook.com/marchingcanterbury

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Tall Blacks Vs Saudi Arabia

This month, the Tall Blacks will make their way to Christchurch to compete against Saudi Arabia in the first of two World Cup qualifying matches held in New Zealand. premier.ticketek.co.nz

SAIL GRAND PRIX

The ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix is coming to Lyttelton Harbour- a two-day spectacle of exhilarating races, intense rivalries, and action-packed entertainment. www.sailgp.com 18

FRI Weekend March www.wovenveranda.co.nz

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Over 20 million years in the making – just for your enjoyment.

If you are a fan of geological rarities, make a plan to visit the Elephant Rocks, located just 40 minutes out of Ōamaru.

These unusual rocks have become a popular tourist attraction and visitors flock to the site to see the formations for themselves.

The rocks vary in colour and appear to be elephants huddling together. This unique sight was created after fossil-rich limestone