Jazz Club 2026


Thursdays between 9 July - 1 October 2026

Time

7.00PM – 9.00PM

Venue: Great Hall & Cloisters Studio

Set to ignite the colder months with rhythm and soul, The Arts Centre Jazz Club returns for its third year. Now an established fixture on Christchurch's cultural calendar, the series has a serious following amongst those in the know. The 2026 season runs for 13 weeks, delivering sizzling jazz every Thursday evening from the depths of winter into the promise of spring. The series showcases a rich variety of jazz styles, from smooth and sultry to bold and electrifying. Set within the Great Hall, Jazz Club is a relaxed evening of live music, drinks, and conversation in an intimate cabaret-style setting. Choose your experience with premium cabaret-style reserved tables or relaxed theatre-style seating to simply sit back and soak in the sound.

Most of last year’s concerts sold out, so consult your diaries, rally your friends, and get booking.


Ticket Information

  • Premium Table Seating includes one complimentary drink on arrival and shared table seating close to the stage.
  • Platters are available to pre-order with Premium Table Seating.
  • General Admission is theatre-style seating.
  • Door sales will only be available if the event has not sold out prior.
  • The Great Hall bar will be open throughout the evening.
  • Please note this event is card only, no cash sales will be accepted for door or bar sales.

View the 2026 Jazz Club line-up:

Tiger Moth
Thursday 20 August 2026 Great Hall

Tiger Moth return to the Great Hall, where they will circumnavigate the music globe, playing everything from jazzy-pop tunes to poppy-jazz tunes. Find out more

River City Jazzmen - Neill Pickard
Thursday 27 August 2026 Great Hall

The River City Jazzmen—widely regarded as New Zealand’s premier Dixieland jazz band—return to The Arts Centre Jazz Club for another unforgettable evening of Dixie swing. Find out more

Honey Coolers
Thursday 3 September 2026 Great Hall

Honey Coolers is a stylish jazz ensemble dedicated to the timeless sounds of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s. Find out more

The Curio Club
Thursday 10 September 2026 Cloisters Studio

The Curio Club takes some of the most beloved rock and pop songs and transforms them into the freshest jazz sound. So many hits, all freshly jazzed; it's always a good time with The Curions. Find out more

Naomi Ferguson - By Request
Thursday 17 September 2026 Cloisters Studio

Naomi Ferguson will be 'on the ropes' for one special evening as the audience will devise the set list on the night. Find out more

Mundi
Thursday 24 September 2026 Great Hall

With captivating stage presence and crowd participation, Mundi creates a vibrant and energetic dance floor filled with joy and fun. Find out more

Silverlocks
Thursday 1 October 2026 Great Hall

Silverlocks is a nine-piece swing band from Ōtautahi Christchurch, bringing the golden age of jazz roaring back to life. Find out more

Location map

Great Hall,
Worcester Boulevard

Cloisters Studio,
Worcester Boulevard

Market Square Hereford St Carpark Boys' High Entrance Engineering Laneway The Observatory Hotel Courtyard South Quad North Quad Registry Student Union The Gym Engineering Cloisters Studio Common Room Library Biology, Observatory and Physics Chemistry School of Art West Lecture Classics Rutherford's Den Clock Tower Boy's High Workshop Great Hall
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