The Canterbury Teachers Ball, Addington Raceway, Friday 18 September 

Celebrating teachers, principals, support staff and the education community.

The Canterbury Heritage Ball, The Great Hall, Saturday 3 October

Celebrating Canterbury’s history, heritage and stories, while supporting heritage preservation and education.

The North Canterbury Ball, Mainpower Stadium, Saturday 17 October

Celebrating everything great about North Canterbury

The Canterbury First Responders Ball, Addington Raceway, Friday 30 October

Honouring firefighters, ambulance officers, police, civil defence volunteers and emergency service personnel.

The Canterbury Nurses Ball, TBC, Friday 14 May 2027

Recognising the dedication of nurses and healthcare workers.

The Coasters Ball, West Coast Events Centre, Friday 7 May 2027

Celebrating the South Island’s magical West Coast and its people

The Waikato Farmers Ball, Claudelands, Hamilton, June 2027

A rural celebration bringing town and country together in support of community causes.

The Canterbury Lawyers Ball, TBC

An elegant professional evening for the legal sector and its supporters.

The Canterbury Doctors Ball, TBC

A formal event celebrating medical professionals and those working across health services.

The Realtors Ball, TBC

A property and business community event supporting charitable impact across Canterbury.

Additional themed balls will be added as the season develops.

Ferrymead Heritage Festival — 16–26 October

Step into Canterbury’s past with ten days of talks, demonstrations, exhibitions and heritage experiences across Ferrymead Heritage Park.

Ferrymead Heritage Wine and Food Festival — Saturday 24 October

Celebrate the flavours of New Zealand with premium wines, artisan food, heritage displays and unique experiences in a historic setting.

Ferrymead First Responders Open Day — Sunday 25 October

Meet the people who protect our communities through live demonstrations, emergency vehicles, family activities and hands-on first responder experiences.

Ferrymead Long Lunch — Friday 20 November

Enjoy a relaxed long lunch featuring exceptional local food, wine and entertainment in the unique surrounds of Ferrymead Heritage Park.