AV Festival - Autumn Vibes

Schedule

Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 05:00 am

Location

Sydenham Underpass | Christchurch, CA

Get ready to immerse yourself in a magical world of lights, music, and art at AVF - an unforgettable experience awaits!
About this Event

AV FESTIVAL — AUTUMN VIBES FESTIVAL ?

Stadtmusik, Sunset NZ & Technomatic present:

Autumn Vibes Festival — May 2026

When the leaves start to turn and the evening air gets that crisp autumn edge — that's when the city comes alive in a different way.

AV Festival is a two-night urban festival experience built around warmth, deep sound, and togetherness. Think golden tones, autumn textures, cozy energy, and dancefloors that pull you in and don't let go.

Friday 8 & Saturday 9 May 2026

? Sydenham Underpass — 15 Sandyford Street, Sydenham, Ōtautahi

HEADLINERS

? Sanoi

? Spoonhead

ARTISTS (A–Z)

ASH-S
Ben Bazztik
Ben Fein
Caspian
Cosmik
Dream.r
Esther Vez
IGUA
Illiterate
Maia Katz
Martin Gray
Mitch Beedles
Modom
Monkeypuzzle
Moulder
Romski
Ruffled Feathers
Stikybeat
Switch
Vic Lo
Wattsson
Wobblypiece

A carefully curated blend of international guests and Ōtautahi underground talent — from deep, hypnotic grooves to high-energy late-night heat. Many of these artists hold residencies or run some of the most respected dance events in Christchurch.

FRIDAY 8 MAY — OPENING NIGHT

? 8:00pm – 2:00am

The first night sets the tone — intimate, warm, and building. Two stages of carefully programmed music, wrapped in autumn-inspired production and immersive sound.

Expect:

International & local DJs across two stages
Live electronic acts
Immersive lighting, lasers & autumn-inspired visuals
Chill-out zones & social spaces
Food trucks & outdoor hang areas

SATURDAY 9 MAY — DAY INTO NIGHT

? 3:00pm – 2:00am

Saturday opens with golden-hour grooves and builds into a fully stacked night programme across two stages. Longer, deeper, and with the full weight of production behind it.

Featuring everything from Friday plus:

Afternoon sessions & community flow
Evening transition into peak-hour programming
Full production, lasers & environmental lighting
Performers, dancers & visual elements
Two-stage programming under the underpass

KICK-ONS — XCHC

For those who aren't ready to call it a night, we're offering Kick-Ons at XCHC as an add-on for ticket holders only.

? XCHC — 376 Wilsons Road North, Waltham 8011

A more intimate space to continue the night, connect with artists, and keep the music going into the early hours.

Details will be shared with ticket holders closer to the event.

THE VENUE — SYDENHAM UNDERPASS

The iconic Sydenham Underpass will be fully transformed into a multi-stage urban festival space with:

Immersive autumn-toned lighting & lasers
Full production & staging
Installation art & textured decor
Projection environments
Food trucks & outdoor social zones

An Ōtautahi landmark reimagined — cozy, bold, and built for connection.

WHAT TO EXPECT

✔ Two full festival nights ✔ Two stages ✔ International headliners & top local talent ✔ Full lighting & laser production ✔ Immersive autumn-themed decor & installations ✔ Performers, dancers & visual art ✔ Community-driven, safe & welcoming atmosphere ✔ Food trucks, chill zones & social spaces ✔ Kick-Ons at XCHC for ticket holders ✔ A completely transformed urban environment

AV Festival — Autumn Vibes ? 8–9 May 2026 ? Sydenham Underpass, Ōtautahi

More artists, production details & surprises to be announced soon.

Presented by Stadtmusik, Sunset NZ & Technomatic