Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival music festival in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival 2026

Lineup & Set Times

Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Jazz Funk Pop Blues

More than 60 free performances by 500-plus musicians in over 20 big bands, spread across central Ōtautahi's venues, streets and galleries since 2006.

6artists
4stages
3days

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Friday, 23 October

The Piano Christchurch

Altiora, The Arts Centre

Saturday, 24 October

Sunday, 25 October

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū

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