Gig Guide
Saturday's the big one — Southbound rolls into town and Level One hosts the Official Afterparty, with DJ Nihilism taking over from 7pm till late spinning NZ music, hip-hop, 140 and drum & bass. If rock's more your speed, head to RIFF the same night for three local bands, three different takes on rock — The Recipients' debut headline show alongside The Merseys and Lunarover, doors 6:30pm, free entry, donations for the bands welcome. Over at the Kelvin, both Level One and Editor's Cut have dropped a new menu — get amongst the Seafood Fettuccine, Steak Sandwich or Surf 'n' Turf. Here's your weekend. 🎶
📅 THURSDAY 10 SEPTEMBER
City Centre
Level One Restaurant & Bar New menu is here! Get amongst the Seafood Fettuccine, Steak Sandwich or Surf 'n' Turf. Happy Hour 5–7pm. 🍸 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Editor's Cut Sports Bar New menu released! Try the Seafood Fettuccine, Steak Sandwich or Surf 'n' Turf, and grab your stamps for the Great Pub Cash Giveaway — $1,000 up for grabs. 🏉 📍 Kelvin Hotel, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub Sweet tooth Thursday! Half-price desserts all night — the perfect excuse for a mid-week treat. 🍰 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
RIFF 🎤 Open Mic Night hosted by the Southland Musicians Club — 7pm, $5 entry. Bring your songs, your voice or just your ears. 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.
Brew'd ☕ Take five at Brew'd — great coffee and house-baked goodness to start the day right. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸 Laneway lounging — handcrafted cocktails, small plates and that hidden-gem feel. Social Hours 4–6pm. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍽️ Your dinner plans are sorted — relaxed date night or catch-up with mates, exceptional food and warm hospitality await. Open daily from 4pm. 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel, Invercargill.
Meld 🥂 Celebrate life's special moments at Meld — birthdays, engagements or just a great night out. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🌆 Southland's best view with a cocktail in hand. Open till late. 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar Treat yourself at Retreat Restaurant & Bar — book your table online, give us a call, or come on in and reserve a table for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 🍽️ 📍 Ground Floor, Distinction Hotel, 3 Esk Street West, Invercargill. 📞 03 217 1234
Suburbs
Waikiwi Tavern 🐂 Bruno the Bull Thursdays — pull the bull, win the prize! Kick your Thursday off right. 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern 🎰 Jackpot Bingo night — cards on, eyes down. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
The Ave Sports Bar 🏉 NPC and NRL on the big screens all night — grab a seat and a cold one. 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
The Saucy Chef — Social Club & Eatery 🍷 Where Windsor unwinds — the social lounge inside The Saucy Chef. Wines by the glass or bottle, premium spirits and signature serves, shared platters, luxe seating and an outdoor lounge. Open from 4:30pm. 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Windsor, Invercargill.
📅 FRIDAY 11 SEPTEMBER
City Centre
Level One Restaurant & Bar $9 Sips & Bites, 5–7pm — $9 cocktails and $9 small plates, perfect for after-work drinks and nibbles. Happy Hour runs alongside. 🍹 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Editor's Cut Sports Bar Kick off the weekend with the new menu specials — Seafood Fettuccine, Steak Sandwich or Surf 'n' Turf. Every $10 spent earns a stamp towards the $1,000 Great Pub Cash Giveaway. 💵 📍 Kelvin Hotel, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸 El Scratcho live from 9pm till late — cover band bangers to kick your weekend into gear. No cover charge, just good times. 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🌿 Zero-alcohol, full flavour — try our botanical blend served with premium tonic and fresh citrus. Social Hours 4–6pm. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🎶 Live in the Lobby with Grier Goodall from 5:30pm! Great live music, delicious food and your favourite drinks — the perfect way to spend Friday evening. Social Hour 5–6pm alongside. 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel, Invercargill.
Meld 🥩 The Rib Eye experience — expertly grilled over an open flame, perfectly plated. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🍸 Friday sundowners — cocktails with a view, 7th floor of The Langlands. 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Brew'd ☕ Wind down the week with a coffee and something sweet from Brew'd. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar From your first sip to the last bite, Retreat Restaurant & Bar is about more than just the food — it's the warm atmosphere, attentive service and the moments shared around the table that make your dining experience truly memorable. Book your table online or stop in and see us this weekend. 🍽️ 📍 Ground Floor, Distinction Hotel, 3 Esk Street West, Invercargill. 📞 03 217 1234
Suburbs
Waikiwi Tavern 🍻 Friday Happy Hour — the perfect kick-off to the weekend. 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern 🎯 Spin the Wheel + Dart League Raffles — free spins with any bar meal or drink. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
The Ave Sports Bar 🎸 The Hitmen live from 8pm — grab your mates and join us for a great night! Friday Meat Raffles running alongside. 🤙 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
The Saucy Chef — Social Club & Eatery 🍷 Kick off your Friday early — the social lounge doors open 3pm. Wines by the glass or bottle, premium spirits, small plates, and that luxe lounge feel. 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Windsor, Invercargill.
📅 SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER
City Centre
Level One Restaurant & Bar 🎧 Southbound Official Afterparty — 7pm till late with DJ Nihilism mixing NZ music, hip-hop, 140 and drum & bass. Happy Hour 5–7pm to warm up. 🔥 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Editor's Cut Sports Bar Settle in with the new menu — Seafood Fettuccine, Steak Sandwich or Surf 'n' Turf — and keep collecting stamps for the Great Pub Cash Giveaway. 🍻 📍 Kelvin Hotel, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🪩 70s Disco Night! Dig out the flares and dance the night away with Jetset live from 9.30pm till late. Dress up, get down. ✨ 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
RIFF 🎸 Three local bands, three different takes on rock! The Recipients (debut headline show), The Merseys and Lunarover. Doors 6:30pm, music 7pm. FREE ENTRY — donations for the bands welcome. 🤘 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍽️ Watch every detail come together — the Slow-Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek, a celebration of flavour, craftsmanship and quality. Social Hour 5–6pm. 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel, Invercargill.
Meld 🥂 Saturday night dining at Meld — book ahead for the full experience. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🌃 Saturday night up top — cocktails, city views, good company. 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Brew'd ☕ Weekend coffee run sorted — Brew'd's open and ready. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸 Laneway lounging into the night — cocktails and small plates, open till late. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar Treat yourself at Retreat Restaurant & Bar — book your table online, give us a call, or come on in and reserve a table for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 🍽️ 📍 Ground Floor, Distinction Hotel, 3 Esk Street West, Invercargill. 📞 03 217 1234
Suburbs
Waikiwi Tavern 🎧 Bangers & Mash — DJ Matt Murray spins the hits into the night. 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
The Loney 🎧 DJ Awhe on the decks — dance the night away. 📍 28 Leet Street, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern 🤠 Hoedown night — boots on, buckles polished. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
The Saucy Chef — Social Club & Eatery 🍷 Saturday night at the social lounge, doors from 3pm — luxe seating, outdoor lounge, shared platters and signature serves. The Windsor go-to for a relaxed drink and a proper catch-up. 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Windsor, Invercargill.
The Ave Sports Bar 🏉 Big Saturday sport on the big screens. 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
📅 SUNDAY 13 SEPTEMBER
City Centre
Editor's Cut Sports Bar 🏉 Southland Stags vs Bay of Plenty Steamers — live on the big screen from 5:05pm. New menu specials on, and every $10 spent earns a stamp for the $1,000 Great Pub Cash Giveaway. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, Invercargill.
Level One Restaurant & Bar Sunday done right — new menu specials: Seafood Fettuccine, Steak Sandwich or Surf 'n' Turf. 🍽️ 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub Kids dine FREE on Sundays! Bring the whole family in for a relaxed Sunday feed. 👨👩👧👦 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Meld 🍽️ Sunday dining at Meld — a relaxed way to close out the weekend. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🥂 Sunday sundowners with a view. 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Brew'd ☕ Sunday brunch at Brew'd — coffee and house-baked treats. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸 Easy Sunday sips at Niche — small plates, relaxed vibes. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍽️ Sunday dinner plans sorted — exceptional food, warm hospitality. 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar From your first sip to the last bite, Retreat Restaurant & Bar is about more than just the food — it's the warm atmosphere, attentive service and the moments shared around the table that make your dining experience truly memorable. Book your table online or stop in and see us this weekend. 🍽️ 📍 Ground Floor, Distinction Hotel, 3 Esk Street West, Invercargill. 📞 03 217 1234
Suburbs
The Ave Sports Bar 🏉 All Blacks v Springboks — live from 9am! Plus Big Bot Sunday running through the day. 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
The Saucy Chef — Social Club & Eatery 🍷 Sunday wind-down at the social lounge — doors from 4:30pm. A quiet drink, small plates, and that "close out the weekend properly" vibe. Where Windsor unwinds. 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Windsor, Invercargill.
Southland Tavern / Thar & Feather 🍖 NEW! Roast of the Day for just $20 — every Sunday from now on. No better way to wrap up your weekend. 📍 Cnr Elles Road & McQuarrie Street, Invercargill.
Waikiwi Tavern 🏉 Stags broadcast on the big screen — check in for kickoff time. 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Eastern Suburbs Tavern 🏈 All Blacks Early Bird Brekky Deal — All Blacks v South Africa, kick off 9am, doors open 8:20am. Breakfast $20pp, register early at the bar. 🎲 Games Day — Glengarry vs Glasino's Handle Club from 1pm. Darts, pool, speed corn hole, killer pool, good food, raffles, happy hour and a courtesy coach. FREE FOR ALL — pre-register at the bar. 📍 61 Glengarry Crescent, Invercargill.
🔜 Coming Up
Level One — Friday 18 September $9 Sips & Bites with live music from Grier Goodall from 6pm. 🎸
Eastern Suburbs Tavern — Saturday 19 September 80s Disco Party! Dress up and rewind the night with DJ Numnuts spinning 80s tunes from 7pm. Best dressed prizes and drink specials. 🪩
The Ave Sports Bar — Friday 25 September The Rock's World Famous Countdown Party — join the countdown to #1 from 3pm. 🔥
Eastern Suburbs Tavern — Saturday 3 October Oktoberfest! Beer tastings with Bavarian-inspired nibbles from 7pm. $60pp, courtesy coach, register at the bar. 🍺
The Shack — Saturday 3 October THE LONG AWAITED DEBUT — kicking off the silly season with a throwback to simpler times: 90s hits, old-school classics and absolutely zero reliance on Spotify. Live music from All Night Long + local legend DJ Phil. 8pm–late. No WiFi. Just Hi-Fi. 🎶 📍 77 Don Street, Invercargill.
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