2026 Gala Awards Evening
Schedule
Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 07:15 am
UTC+12:00Location
Majestic on Durham | Christchurch, CA
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This is the night it all comes together.After days of learning, conversations, and ideas – we step into a room and recognise the work that sets the benchmark.
If you’re part of this industry, this is the room you want to be in.
Join us for the Gala Awards Evening, where we celebrate the winners of the Iris Professional Photography Awards for 2026, and the overall winner of the New Zealand Amateur Photography Awards. Your ticket includes a beautiful 3 course meal, and an evening of camaraderie and celebration. A cash bar is available.
This year’s theme is The Golden Hour – this is a formal event and we welcome you to dress in your beautifully elegant and finest attire.
When: Sunday 9th August 2026 from 5.15pm until late.
Where: The Majestic on Durham, 189 Durham St South, Christchurch
Kindly Sponsored by Ilford and CR Kennedy.
Please be sure to let us know of any allergies when completing your ticket purchase.
The first 80 ticket purchasers will receive a free drink voucher to be used at our onsite bar from Tuesday – Saturday* – our way of saying thank you for joining us across our events!
*Tuesday to Saturday only, cannot be used at the Gala Awards Evening.
Book now: https://nzphotoshow.co.nz/product/gala-awards-evening/
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Majestic on Durham, 185 Durham St S, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand, ChristchurchEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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