What's on

October 2026

School Holiday Clip 'n Climb - Monday 5 October to Sunday 11 October

Clip ‘n Climb is open and ready for action this school holidays! Bring the kids, your mates, or just come along and challenge yourself - we’ve got a stack of climb sessions lined up and ready to go.

⏰ Time: Monday & Wednesday to Sunday - 11am | 12pm | 2pm | 3pm 

                 Tuesday - 2pm | 3pm 

Spots fill fast, so make sure you book now to lock in your climb!

Get ready to clip in, climb high, and have a blast 

Pickleball with Shannon - Thursday 8 & Friday 9 October

We’ll see you there! We supply all the equipment, so just bring yourself along. If you’re new to pickleball, this session is perfect for beginners or returning players.


Only $6 per person.

6:30pm – 8:30pm

Grab a paddle, get active, and enjoy a great time on the court.

Drop-In Play Pods - Friday 9 October

Let your little ones run, bounce, climb and explore at our Drop-In Play Pods! A warm, dry and safe indoor play space designed especially for under 5s, featuring a mini inflatable and heaps of fun equipment to keep them entertained.

It’s also a great chance for you to connect to other parents and caregivers too.


10:00am – 11:00am

$5 per child (3rd child free!)

Caregivers free

ILT Southland Music Awards Show - Saturday 17 October

ILT Stadium Southland is proud to host the 2026 ILT Southland Music Awards Show, celebrating the incredible artists, entertainers, songwriters and industry contributors who make Southland’s music scene thrive!

Join us for a spectacular evening of live performances, special award presentations and the celebration of some of Murihiku’s most talented musicians. Six finalists will take to the stage to compete for the coveted Southland Entertainer of the Year title, with the winner decided by both the judging panel and audience vote.

We’ll also proudly welcome Hollie Longman, Asher Skerrett and Shannon Cooper-Garland into the Southland Music Hall of Fame, with each inductee celebrated through a special tribute and live performance.

Hosted by Nick Tansley, this is a night celebrating the people, stories and music that make Southland special.

🗓 Date: Saturday 17 October 2026

🎟️ Tickets: $45 + booking fee

Tickets are on sale now!

November 2026

More FM Southland's Biggest Quiz Night with GWD Motor Group - Wednesday 4 November

Get your team together and put your knowledge to the ultimate test at More FM Southland’s Biggest Quiz Night with GWD Motor Group and be in to win a brand new car! It's all thanks to GWD Motor Group, celebrating 120 years of business and 50 years of Hilux.

Gather a team of four, battle it out across a range of fun and challenging quiz rounds, and see if you’ve got what it takes to be crowned Southland’s Biggest Quiz Champions!


Date: Wednesday 4 November

Location: ILT Stadium Southland

Teams: 4 people

Cost: $80 per team


And the best part? Your night out is helping make a difference. All proceeds from the event will go towards The Hawthorndale Care Village and The Grace Street Project, supporting two important causes right here in our Southland community

Will you take home the title of Southland’s Biggest Quiz Champions? 

Get your tickets now!​​​​​​​

Southern Crafters Market - Saturday 7 November & Sunday 8 November

Invercargill’s largest craft market is taking over our community courts this Novemebr!

With over 200 stalls packed with high-quality local crafts and delicious foods, this is one free event you don’t want to miss!

Bring the whānau for a weekend full of unique finds, tasty treats, and fun for everyone. We’ll see you there!

FREE ADMISSION

FISAF International Sport Aerobics & Fitness World Championships - Thursday 12 till Saturday 14 November

ILT Stadium Southland is proud to host the FISAF Sport Aerobics & Fitness World Championship, bringing some of the world’s best sport aerobics and fitness athletes to Invercargill!

Watch over 300 athletes from more than 10 countries compete in high-energy routines showcasing strength, flexibility, skill and performance across three action-packed days.

🗓 Dates: Thursday 12 – Saturday 14 November 

🎟️ Tickets: Adult, Child, Infant, Student and Senior Concession tickets available.

Get your tickets now!