# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Up Close and Acoustic with Simon Thompson
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Fresh from being named the Overall Winner of the MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards, Southland's own Simon Thompson is bringing his music and stories to Riff for an intimate Sunday afternoon.

Rising country music talent Lara Kerr kicks things off before Corbyn Shuttleworth sits down with Simon to chat about his journey, his Gold Guitar’s success, and what's next. 

Simon will then take to the stage for a special acoustic set.

Join us for Up Close & Acoustic with Simon Thompson at Riff on Sunday 19 July.

?️ - Sunday 19th July - 2pm
?️ - Koha Entry
?- RIFF, 33 Preston Street
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/invercargill/up-close-and-acoustic-with-simon-thompson/200030260420102
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, country-music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 113

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Invercargill
- **state**: SO
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: RIFF - Live Music Venue
- **lat**: -46.38649
- **long**: 168.34952
- **full address**: RIFF - Live Music Venue, 33 Preston Street,Invercargill, New Zealand

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Up Close and Acoustic with Simon Thompson being held?
  - **A:** Up Close and Acoustic with Simon Thompson takes place on Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm at RIFF - Live Music Venue, 33 Preston Street,Invercargill, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Up Close and Acoustic with Simon Thompson?
  - **A:** Up Close and Acoustic with Simon Thompson is organized by Simon Thompson.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Up Close and Acoustic with Simon Thompson is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Invercargill, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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