Cathedral Square is a historic site which can be used to hold outdoor events.

Note: This is a transitional space and may be closed long term while being rebuilt.

'Cathedral Square Power Boxes

Cathedral Square Power Boxes

'Lantern Festival at Cathedral Square

Lantern Festival at Cathedral Square

'Lantern Festival at Cathedral Square

Lantern Festival at Cathedral Square

'The Chalice in Cathedral Square

The Chalice in Cathedral Square

'Aerial view of Cathedral Square

Aerial view of Cathedral Square

'Lantern Festival at Cathedral Square

Lantern Festival at Cathedral Square

'Food trucks in Cathedral Square

Food trucks in Cathedral Square

'Giant chess in Cathedral Square

Giant chess in Cathedral Square

'KidsFest Lantern Parade

KidsFest Lantern Parade

'KidsFest Lantern Parade

KidsFest Lantern Parade

'Food trucks in Cathedral Square

Food trucks in Cathedral Square

'Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'Aerial view of Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Aerial view of Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'Exhibition in Cathedral Square

Exhibition in Cathedral Square

'Exhibition in Cathedral Square

Exhibition in Cathedral Square

'Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

Buskers Festival in Cathedral Square

'KidsFest Lantern Parade

KidsFest Lantern Parade

Location
  • Colombo Street, Central City
Size and surface
  • 7031m2 
  • Paved
Key features 
  • Seating around garden beds
  • Vehicle access by arrangement
  • Site of the Christchurch Cathedral
  • Chalice
  • Artwork covered hoardings
  • Godley Statue
  • Tram runs around the Square
  • Ramp access
  • Bronze plaque
Suitable for
  • Up to 5000 people
  • Suitable for promotions, public and commercial events
Restrictions
  • No private events
Available facilities
  • Power - see site map in gallery for details
  • Water - A water supply is available from the planter box in the southeast corner of the group of planters directly across from the Cathedral.  This outlet is near the south east tree.  This is a domestic ‘click’ type connection.  You will need to supply your own hose.
  • Toilets
  • Lighting – Street lighting and in ground spotlights throughout Square
  • Parking(external link) – Limited street parking
  • Litter and recycling bins
  • Bike racks 
  • Tram stop
  • Mobility friendly
Charges
  • 'Fees and charges apply depending on nature and size of your event
    (external link)
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