Christchurch, New Zealand — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- Canterbury Region, South Island, New Zealand.
- Time Zone
- GMT + 12 (GMT + 13 from the last Sunday in September to the first Sunday in April).
- Electricity
- 240-250 volts AC, 50Hz; flat three-pin plugs are used.
Cost of Living
| 1.00 GBP = 1.9 NZD |
| 1.00 USD = 1.18 NZD |
| 1.00 EUR = 1.67 NZD |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
WorldBuskersFestival
January
10 days of performances featuring over 250 of the world's best street acts.
Various venues
Website: www.worldbuskersfestival.com
Tip TopKiteDay
January/February
Many spectacular kites and tricks performed by some of the world's leading kite flyers.
Brighton Beach
NewZealandPGAChampionship
February
Golfing event.
Clearwater Golf Club
Website: www.pgachampionship.co.nz
Ellerslie International Flower Show
February/March
North Hagley Park
Website: www.ellerslieflowershow.co.nz
New ZealandInternationalJazz& BluesFestival
April
One of the largest festivals in Australasia.
Christchurch Arts Festival
Website: www.jazzfestivalnz.com
ChristchurchArtsFestival
July-August
Showcase of the best of New Zealand art and culture, with performances and exhibitions of theater, dance, music, opera, and the literary and visual arts.
Various venues
Website: www.artsfestival.co.nz
New Zealand Cup and Show Week
November
A week of events including horse racing, fashion and other entertainment.
Various venues
Website: www.nzcupandshow.co.nz
ChristmasinthePark
December
Free carols by candlelight concert.
Hagley Park
Website: www.summertimes.org.nz
