14 February 2026

Mitre10 Sparks

One of Christchurch's most loved events, Mitre10 Sparks, is back. Featuring the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and dazzling fireworks, you don't want to miss it!

Get your friends and whānau together to celebrate the 43rd year at our city's dazzling fireworks extravaganza, featuring the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.

Gather up your friends and whānau to enjoy a stunning, special Valentine’s Day themed evening of colourful, creative and crowd-pleasing entertainment for all those who love open-air music!

No picnic? Onsite food vendors will offer a range of yummy kai. 

Here's everything else you need to know:

  • Fireworks will start at approximately 9.40pm
  • Bring a picnic or grab a bite to eat from the food trucks on-site. No glass please 
  • This is a smoke and vape free event
  • Please keep all animals at home for this event

Thanks to our amazing sponsor McAlpines Mitre10 MEGA Rangiora, Mitre10 MEGA Hornby, Mitre10 MEGA Papanui and Mitre10 MEGA Ferrymead.

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Get your friends and whānau together to celebrate the 43rd year at our city's dazzling fireworks extravaganza, featuring the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.

Gather up your friends and whānau to enjoy a stunning, special Valentine’s Day themed evening of colourful, creative and crowd-pleasing entertainment for all those who love open-air music!

No picnic? Onsite food vendors will offer a range of yummy kai. 

Here's everything else you need to know:

  • Fireworks will start at approximately 9.40pm
  • Bring a picnic or grab a bite to eat from the food trucks on-site. No glass please 
  • This is a smoke and vape free event
  • Please keep all animals at home for this event

Thanks to our amazing sponsor McAlpines Mitre10 MEGA Rangiora, Mitre10 MEGA Hornby, Mitre10 MEGA Papanui and Mitre10 MEGA Ferrymead.

Location
Entertainment Triangle, North Hagley Park, Park Terrace, Christchurch Central

Event contact

Christchurch City Council
03 941 8999
eventsproduction@ccc.govt.nz

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