After School Climbing Programme - Tuesdays: 1 September, 8 September, 15 September & 22 September

Build confidence, strength, and climbing skills in a fun and supportive environment with our After School Climbing Programme. Designed for all abilities. Participants will learn new techniques, tackle exciting challenges, and develop resilience with guidance from our experienced climbing instructors.

Levels Available:

Level 1 – Beginner | Tuesdays 4pm–5pm

Learn the basics and build confidence on the wall.

Level 2 – Intermediate | Tuesdays 5pm–6pm

Develop technique and take on new challenges.

Level 3 – Advanced | Tuesdays 6pm–7pm

​​​​​​​Push your skills further with more challenging climbs.

Pickleball with Shannon - Thursday 3, 10, 17 & 24 September

                                                  Friday 4, 11 & 25 September

Join Shannon for fun, social pickleball sessions that are perfect for beginners and returning players alike. Whether you’re learning the basics or sharpening your skills, these sessions offer a welcoming environment to play, move, and connect with others.

⏰ Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

💰 Cost: $6 per person

Come along, give pickleball a go, and enjoy a great way to stay active and social.

Weekend Clip 'n Climb - Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 September

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: Saturday & Sunday 11am | 12pm | 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 

The Southland Brick Show – Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 September

The Southland Brick Show is back, filling the stadium with huge and impressive LEGO creations for the whole whānau to enjoy!

Come along and explore incredible displays, admire the creativity on show and enjoy a fun-filled day out for LEGO lovers of all ages.

🗓️ Dates: Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 September

⏰ Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm daily

💰 Cost: $2 donation per person

No bookings are required - simply come along and enjoy a fantastic day of LEGO fun!

Drop-in Play Pods - Friday 11, 18 & 25 September

Join us this September for our fun and interactive Drop-in Play Pods sessions, specially designed for pre-school tamariki.

Play Pods provide a safe and engaging space where children can explore, create, climb and play using a variety of fun equipment that encourages imagination, movement and creativity.

🗓️ Dates: Fridays 11, 18 & 25 September

⏰ Time: 10:00am – 11:00am

💰 Cost: $5 per child (third child FREE). Caregivers attend free.

No bookings are required – simply drop in and enjoy a morning of fun!

Southbound - Saturday 12 September

Get ready to shake off winter and experience Southland's newest indoor festival!

SOUTHBOUND 2026 brings together live music, eats from the south, local drinks, and an unbeatable festival atmosphere – all under one roof at ILT Stadium Southland.

Headlining the festival is Tiki Taane (One Man Band), joined by an exciting lineup of local artists to keep the energy high throughout the afternoon.

🗓 Dates: Saturday 12 September

⏰ Time: 12:00pm – 6:00pm

🔞 R18

Tickets are on sale now. Don't miss your chance to be part of Southland's newest live music and entertainment festival.

More details here.

South Island Pickleball Champs - Friday 18 till Sunday 20 September 

Get ready for an action-packed weekend as the South Island Champs 2026 comes to ILT Stadium Southland! 🏓

Join players from across the South Island for three days of exciting pickleball competition, great vibes, and top-tier matchups. Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

🗓️ Event Schedule:

• Friday 18 September: Singles & Skinny Singles
• Saturday 19 September: Gender Doubles
• Sunday 20 September: Mixed Doubles

With divisions across the weekend, there’s something for every player to get involved in.

Entry Details:

• Registration: $30
• Event Fee: $25 per person

Secure your spot and register online today here. Let’s serve up an unforgettable weekend of pickleball at ILT Stadium Southland!

Leavers Ball - One Last Sunset - Saturday 26 September

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ILT Stadium Southland is proud to be hosting our annual Leavers Ball open to all Year 13 students, in Southland and beyond!

As the year draws to a close, join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the end of an era under the theme One Last Sunset. This is your moment to shine one final time with friends, celebrating how far you have come and looking ahead to everything still to come.

This event is open to all Year 13 school leavers of 2026, as well as individuals of equivalent age. All ticket holders must fall within the age bracket.

🗓 Dates: Saturday 26 September

⏰ Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm

🎟️ Tickets: $80 per person

Tickets are on sale now!

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!