The Methven Summer School 5 days of high quality, educational, informative and fun courses, based at Mt Hutt College, Methven (9 - 13 January 2006).
World Buskers Festival - the largest international street performers' festival
in Australasia.
February
Christchurch Festival of Flowers - an international floral celebration in the garden
city. Includes the Christchurch Cathedral floral carpet, prize-winning garden tours, Botanic Gardens
big day, and the flower fairies' magical garden.
Food and Wine Festival of Canterbury - Canterbury's premier display of selected
wines and food in Hagley Park
Speights Coast to Coast - involves 238 km/148 miles of kayaking,
mountain running and cycling from the West Coast to Christchurch on the east coast
Chinese New Year Lantern Festival - Traditional Chinese New Year Lantern Festival
March
The New Zealand Walking and Adventure Festival is held around the Canterbury region on the 1st and 2nd April 2006, it includes guided walks and a number of adventure activities such as Jet Boat rides, horse riding, and rafting
Le Race - the South Island's largest cycling event starts in Cathedral Square and
finishes in Akaroa. A great course with spectacular views
Christchurch International Jazz Festival -
a feast of jazz, wine and food featuring top international, national
and local talent.
October
Kaikoura Seafest - a smorgasbord of tastes with over 40 food and wine stalls plus
live entertainment
Culverdun Christmas Country Fete - Craft and arts at their best, along with top quality foods and wines. A wonderful garden party atmosphere with over 190 stalls. Thursday 25th October 2007.
November
Showtime Canterbury - Christchurch's annual carnival full of activities including
an agricultural and pastoral show, harness racing, gallops, and fashion
December
YMCA Carols by Candlelight - Celebrate Christmas Eve in Victoria Square with thousands singing carols.
Canterbury
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