Mitre10 Sparks 2024
One of Christchurch's most loved events, Mitre10 Sparks, is back. Featuring the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and dazzling fireworks, you don't want to miss this!
Sparks is back again in 2024 with our epic partner, Mitre10, and support from the wonderful Newstalk ZB.
Get your friends and whānau together to celebrate the 41st year at our city's dazzling fireworks extravaganza, featuring the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.
This year's theme is 'music bringing us together to celebrate our place in the world and beyond'. Conductor David Kay will lead the performance and MC the evening.
New Zealand vocal legend Annie Crummer will also take the stage alongside local Christchurch singers Roslen Ulaula and Harry Burt.
No picnic? No problem. Lots of food and drink providers will be onsite for you to enjoy. Register your interest in being a vendor at our events.
Here's everything else you need to know:
- This is a free, all-ages event.
- Entertainment from 6.30pm, main show 7.30pm to 9.45pm.
- The fireworks display will start at approx 9.30pm.
- This is a smoke and vape-free event.
- Please leave all pets at home.
- No glass is allowed.
- See the alcohol restrictions.
How to get to Mitre10 Sparks
If you're driving, the drop-off point is on Rolleston Avenue, near Christ’s College. Use our interactive map(external link)(external link)(external link) to easily find central city parking.
If you're biking or scootering, the bike stands will be located inside Hagley Park. Scooter parking zones are on Park Terrace.
Mobility parking will be on Chester Street West (off Park Terrace). A mobility pass must be visible to gain access.
Check out the map below to see all of the info.
Sparks is back again in 2024 with our epic partner, Mitre10, and support from the wonderful Newstalk ZB.
Get your friends and whānau together to celebrate the 41st year at our city's dazzling fireworks extravaganza, featuring the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.
This year's theme is 'music bringing us together to celebrate our place in the world and beyond'. Conductor David Kay will lead the performance and MC the evening.
New Zealand vocal legend Annie Crummer will also take the stage alongside local Christchurch singers Roslen Ulaula and Harry Burt.
No picnic? No problem. Lots of food and drink providers will be onsite for you to enjoy. Register your interest in being a vendor at our events.
Here's everything else you need to know:
- This is a free, all-ages event.
- Entertainment from 6.30pm, main show 7.30pm to 9.45pm.
- The fireworks display will start at approx 9.30pm.
- This is a smoke and vape-free event.
- Please leave all pets at home.
- No glass is allowed.
- See the alcohol restrictions.
How to get to Mitre10 Sparks
If you're driving, the drop-off point is on Rolleston Avenue, near Christ’s College. Use our interactive map(external link)(external link)(external link) to easily find central city parking.
If you're biking or scootering, the bike stands will be located inside Hagley Park. Scooter parking zones are on Park Terrace.
Mobility parking will be on Chester Street West (off Park Terrace). A mobility pass must be visible to gain access.
Check out the map below to see all of the info.
North Hagley Park, Rolleston Ave, Christchurch Central
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