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

Lineup & Set Times

Christchurch Big Band Jazz Festival 2026

Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand 6 artists Jazz Funk
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About the festival

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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Set times

Set Times & Schedule

Full running order in the festival's local time. Collected by Setline, so the festival's own schedule is the last word.

Friday, 23 October

The Piano Christchurch

Altiora, The Arts Centre

Saturday, 24 October

The Piano Christchurch

Isaac Theatre Royal

Sunday, 25 October

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū

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Where it happens

LocationChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
DatesOct 23, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026Doors and set times in the schedule above

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