Special Events Area : Christchurch City Council

This is a designated events space within North Hagley Park – so it’s a great venue to hold large-scale outdoor events.

Buskers event village

Buskers Festival in the Special Events Area

IceFest in the Special Events Area

Imprint sculpture in the Special Events Area

New Year's Eve in the Special Events Area

Sparks in the Special Events Area

The Great Kiwi Beer Festival in the Special Events Area

Location	36 Park Terrace, Central City
Size and surface	54,570m² Grass
Key features	Imprint sculpture
Suitable for	Between 2000 and 50,000 people Suitable for large public and commercial events, concerts and promotions Infrastructure Vehicle access
Restrictions	No private events Traffic management may be required depending on attendance numbers Bond likely required
Available facilities	Power Switchboard South (main power box) containing: One 400 amp powerlock set Four 63 amp three-phase ceeform Four 32 amp three-phase PDL Six 10 amp single-phase sockets Toilet block switchboard containing: Two 32 amp three-phase sockets Three 10 amp single-phase sockets Note: One of the 3-phase outlets is being used by telephone communications Lone tree switchboard containing: One 400 amp powerlock One 63 amp three-phase socket Two 32 amp three-phase sockets Four 10 amp single-phase sockets River switchboard containing: Two 32 amp three-phase sockets Three 10 amp single-phase sockets Water (hose connection) Drinking fountain Toilets Limited public toilet facilities. Additional facilities required for large events Bench seats Litter bins Removable bollards for vehicle access Lighting – Standard lighting along pathways. Bus stop(external link) Tram stop (on Armagh Street) Mobility friendly
Charges	Charges apply
Apply	(external link)Contact eventsdevelopment@ccc.govt.nz (external link) Event permits(external link) Conditions for use of public land(external link)

Special Events Area