# Event Details

- **Event Name**: SOLD OUT: Heritage Stargazing 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 pm
- **Event Description**: THE 2026 SEASON IS NOW SOLD OUT 

Experience stargazing from the restored Observatory Tower (1896) at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre.

View the Southern Sky through the Victorian-era Townsend Teece Telescope, under the guidance of Townsend astronomers from the University of Canterbury. 

Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre and the University of Canterbury welcome you and your whānau to join a short stargazing experience in the heart of the city.

?️ Every Friday night during winter (weather dependent*).
?️ Bookings essential: $15 adults / $5 children (5-17 years) 
⏰ Tours last 30 minutes, between 7.30-9.30pm. 

BOOK YOUR SPOT: https://www.artscentre.org.nz/whats-on/heritage-stargazing-2026/

You must be able to climb 75 steep stairs and be comfortable in confined spaces. There is no lift available as this is a heritage building. 

Please wear sensible shoes and a warm coat. 

These sessions are designed for families, couples and individuals. If you have a larger organised group of adults, youth or children, please enquire about a special group booking. Email us now

*Note that if the weather is poor (cloudy, wet or windy), your session may be cancelled by 5pm. You will be notified by email and/or text, and receive a refund.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/sold-out-heritage-stargazing-2026/200030402074651
- **Event Categories**: Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Christchurch
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora
- **lat**: -43.53112
- **long**: 172.62834
- **full address**: The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand, Christchurch

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is SOLD OUT: Heritage Stargazing 2026 being held?
  - **A:** SOLD OUT: Heritage Stargazing 2026 takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 pm at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand, Christchurch.
- **Q**: Who is organizing SOLD OUT: Heritage Stargazing 2026?
  - **A:** SOLD OUT: Heritage Stargazing 2026 is organized by The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora.
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