# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Ashburton

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Ashburton with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
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Celebrate Christmas [YEAR] in Ashburton with festive markets, Christmas Eve parties, holiday dinners, Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas lights, concerts, carol performances, family-friendly activities, brunches, winter festivals, and seasonal attractions. Whether you're planning a cozy family outing or a festive night out, discover the best Christmas events and things to do in Ashburton.

## Christmas Events in Ashburton

- **Event Name**: Light Up the Night
  - **Description**: Save the date! Welcome in the festive season with our free Christmas celebration.

Bring your friends, bring your family and join us in Baring Square East for an evening of live entertainment, music and a special guest appearance from Santa himself.

🎤 Li
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 06:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ashburton/light-up-the-night/200029519016940
  - **Venue**: Baring Sq E, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: music, christmas-lights, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment
- **Event Name**: End of Year Xmas Party
  - **Description**: Food, Drink, and good company. The tables will be open for fun play and mini games. 

cost $5 per person towards food. variety of bonus prizes and awards TBA
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 13 2026 at 12:00 pm (+13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ashburton/end-of-year-xmas-party/200030695977300
  - **Venue**: 11/35 Racecourse Road, Ashburton, New Zealand
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## Trending Events in Ashburton

- **Event Name**: Cliff Richards
  - **Description**: Madsen Promotions proudly presents an unforgettable night of timeless music with Cliff RichardAbout this EventMadsen Promotions proudly presents an unforgettable night of timeless music with Cliff Richard
  - **Venue**: The Ashburton Club and MSA
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- **Event Name**: Springston Trophy 2026
  - **Description**: Welcome to the Facebook page for Springston Trophy 2026, we are glad to have you on board. Please find our first Newsletter below. 

Newsletter 1
Welcome to our first newsletter for the 54th Springston Trophy proudly hosted by Ashburton Pony Clubs: Mill C
  - **Venue**: A & P Showgrounds
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- **Event Name**: Plants 4 U @ Rakaia
  - **Description**: Plants 4 U @ Rakaia
A fundraiser for Rakaia School, supported by the Rakaia School Support group
🗓️ Saturday 3rd October 2026
📍 Rakaia Community Hall
⏰ 9am-1pm

Affordable prices! 
Plants for everyone- natives, bulbs, hedging, perennials, annuals, fruit t
  - **Venue**: Rakaia
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- **Event Name**: Ashburton After 5 - with The Hon James Meager.
  - **Description**: Join us in Ashburton for our next networking event for Business Canterbury Members and hear from The Hon James Meager.About this EventJoin Business Canterbury for our Ashburton After 5 with the Hon James Meager, MP for Ra
  - **Venue**: Smoke Ashburton
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- **Event Name**: Light Up the Night
  - **Description**: Save the date! Welcome in the festive season with our free Christmas celebration.

Bring your friends, bring your family and join us in Baring Square East for an evening of live entertainment, music and a special guest appearance from Santa himself.

🎤 Li
  - **Venue**: Baring Sq E, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand
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- **Event Name**: 📚 Bookarama 2026 📚
  - **Description**: Monday 28th September 8am - 5.30pm
Tuesday 29th September 9am - 5.30pm
Wednesday 30th September 9am - 8.30pm
Thursday 1st October 9am - 5.30pm
Friday 2nd October 9am - 8.30pm
Saturday 3rd October 8am - 12pm

Collection bins currently located at the Commun
  - **Venue**: Ashburton Sports Hall, Tancred Street
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- **Event Name**: Verity
  - **Description**: Opens 1st October at the Regent.
Adapted from Colleen Hoover's best-selling novel, this seductive, psychological thriller follows renowned author Verity Crawford (Anne Hathaway) and Lowen Ashleigh (Dakota Johnson), a struggling writer who relocates to the
  - **Venue**: 235 Wills Street , Ashburton, New Zealand 7700
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- **Event Name**: MEDIUMSHIP EVENING WITH B MEDIUM ASHBURTON
  - **Description**: Get ready for an evening of messages from beyond with B Medium, connecting you to the other side.About this EventMEDIUMSHIP EVENING WITH B MEDIUM ASHBURTONJoin us for a relax
  - **Venue**: Ashburton Event Centre
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- **Event Name**: Ashburton Latin Festival
  - **Description**: Experience the colours, flavors, music and traditions of Latin American.
Bring the whole family and celebrate with us the rich diversity in our community.
  - **Venue**: 10 Graham Street, Tinwald, Ashburton 7741
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Light Up the Night (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Baring Sq E, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand), End of Year Xmas Party (Sun Dec 13 2026 at 12:00 pm at 11/35 Racecourse Road, Ashburton, New Zealand).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Ashburton on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Ashburton include Baring Sq E, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand, 11/35 Racecourse Road, Ashburton, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Ashburton include Ashburton District Council, The Pool Club at TurfBar, Ashburton.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Ashburton?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Ashburton.

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