Celebrate Bishopdale

What is Celebrate Bishopdale?
Celebrate Bishopdale! is an annual community event that was established by the Fendalton/Waimairi Community Board in 2013 after local residents wanted to see a fun, family event in the area. The aim of the event is to celebrate living in Bishopdale and to come together as a community. The event is held at Bishopdale Park on Harewood Road.​

What is the date of Celebrate Bishopdale?
The date for Celebrate Bishopdale! 2023 is to be confirmed.  Information on the 2022 event can be found at https://ccc.govt.nz/news-and-events/whats-on/event/celebrate-bishopdale-2022.

Event organisation
Celebrate Bishopdale! is organised by the Christchurch City Council’s Fendalton/Waimairi Community Governance staff in partnership with the Bishopdale Community Trust. The event is funded by the Fendalton/Waimairi Community Board.

Event format
The event runs from 11:00am to 2:00pm.  Groups, individuals and schools perform on a main stage in 10-15 minute slots from approximately 11:15 to 2:00pm.

There are opportunities for organisations to promote their services through information displays and to fundraise through food stalls, craft and market stalls.  There is a cost involved for food and market stall holders.  There is also a range of children’s entertainment including face painting, climbing tower, bouncy castle, baseball, stone carving, pedalmania and other activities.​

Registration of Interest
If your group/organisation is interested in participating in this event contact Lisa Gregory, Community Recreation Advisor, at Lisa.Gregory@ccc.govt.nz or Fendalton Service Centre, P.O. Box 73020, Christchurch 8154. Or come into the Fendalton Service Centre, cnr Clyde and Jeffreys Roads.