The ultimate day out this spring! The Christchurch Country Festival is your ticket to a charming, fun-filled celebration of rural life — think boutique shopping, live music, artisan food, and a relaxed festival vibe that’s perfect for the whole family.

What to Expect
Wander through a thoughtfully curated market full of local makers, foodies, and fabulous finds. Sip, snack, and shop your way through the day while soaking up six hours of live entertainment — including bands, dancers, and surprise acts. Plus kids entertainment to keep the little ones happy.

Tickets Coming Soon
Keep an eye out — tickets go on sale shortly, and they’re expected to move fast. Return bus options from Merivale will also be available to book when tickets open.

Family Friendly Fun
Entry is free for kids under 16! From preschoolers to teens, we’ve got a heap of activities to keep little festival-goers entertained all day long.

New Name, New Location, Same Heart
Formerly the beloved Culverden Christmas Country Fête, this iconic event has grown into something even bigger. Now held at the beautiful Vintage Car Club grounds on McLeans Island Road, it’s just a short drive from Christchurch — but a world away from the everyday.

Getting There
There’s plenty of free parking (with accessibility access), or skip the drive and hop on our return bus from Merivale.

Don’t Miss Out
Gather your friends, your family, and your shopping bags — the Christchurch Country Festival is the Labour Day tradition you didn’t know you needed.

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