In accordance with the Events Policy Framework(external link) the following goals have been set for what the city aims to achieve through involvement in events:
- A well-balanced and coordinated calendar of events to create a more vibrant place year-round – for residents and visitors
- A variety of events are accessible for residents and visitors
- A range of socially inclusive events reflect the diversity of people and communities in Christchurch and assist in the city’s regeneration
- Christchurch enhances its reputation as an events-friendly city; it becomes known as an easy place to hold events with a smooth and efficient consenting process
- Leverage and legacy opportunities are identified and taken when hosting events in Christchurch
- All events promote one or more of the Council’s community outcomes
- A number of major events attract visitors to the city and boost the economy
- To encourage local talent to emerge and thrive in Christchurch
- Our events aim to:
- be environmentally sustainable with efficient use of resources, minimal impact on the natural environment and implementation of sustainable practices (e.g. effective waste management and recycling systems etc.)
- be financially viable (can include social outcomes in any cost/benefit analysis) minimise any negative impacts on neighbourhoods
- be universally accessible
- support healthy lifestyles
- promote the use of public, active, and shared transport