Another big weekend across Invercargill. Friday night, Night Cru hit the stage at the Southland Sports Bar from 6:30pm, Marea brings her acoustic sounds to Level One at the Kelvin Hotel from 6pm, and the FIFA World Cup kicks off on the big screens across town. Saturday, Celtic Rock lands at RIFF — the Hokonui Celtic Pipe Band joins forces with Filth Wizard NZ for a night of soaring pipes and big rock moments, while The Big Bots ft. Lachie Hayes — Southland's Entertainer of the Year — take the stage at Speight's Ale House from 8:30pm. Sunday, the Southern Steel are HOME at ILT Stadium Southland taking on the Tactix at 4pm. Here's your full guide to the weekend. 🎶
Friday, June 12
City Centre
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ Kick off the weekend at Niche! Social Hour runs 4pm–6pm — crafted cocktails, tasty bites, and relaxed vibes in the heart of the city. Book your table or walk in 🚶 📞 0800 84 86 88 📍 Ground floor, The Langlands Hotel, Don Street.
360 Bar 🍺✨ Head upstairs for drinks and views from 4pm till late. Now pouring Panhead Rat Rod Hazy IPA on tap — juicy, fruity, tropical hop character with notes of citrus, pineapple, and stone fruit. 📍 Don Street, 7th Floor, The Langlands Hotel.
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining 🎶🍸 Marea returns to Level One from 6pm with her captivating acoustic sounds! Pair the live music with $9 Sips & Bites — $9 cocktails and $9 small plates from 5pm–7pm. Happy Hour also on. ⚽ Mexico v South Africa FIFA World Cup live from 7am with hot breakfast & coffee. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street.
Editor's Cut Sports Bar ⚽🏆 South Korea v Czech Republic — FIFA World Cup live from 2pm! 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎶🍻 Devin & Paige duo (from Euphoria) kicking off at Waxy's from 9pm till late! 📍 90 Dee Street.
Suburbs
Emberz Restaurant & Bar — Ascot Park Hotel 🎶🍷 Live music from Audrey Bangay tonight from 6pm! Sit back with a drink, enjoy a meal, and kick off your weekend with great live entertainment in a relaxed atmosphere.
⚽🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 live on the big screen! Mexico v South Africa from 7am | Korea Republic v Czechia from 2pm. 📍 Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill.
The Southland Sports Bar 🎶🔥 Night Cru are back — and they're bringing the good vibes! The legends formerly known as Midnight Cruise hit the stage from 6:30pm. Round up the crew, grab a massive platter to share, and get ready to dance like nobody's watching (but everyone totally is). Cold drinks 🍺 Live music 🎸 Your mates 👥 Epic night ✨ 📍 Corner Elles Road & McQuarrie Street, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern ❄️🎤 Cold Nights, Hot Vocals — Heat 3: 'Last Chance to Burn'! Cash prizes, free entry. Starts 7:30pm. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Saturday, June 13
City Centre
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ Social Hour 4pm–6pm at Niche — crafted cocktails, tasty bites, and great vibes. Book your table or walk in 🚶 📞 0800 84 86 88 📍 Ground floor, The Langlands Hotel, Don Street.
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining 🎧✨ Electric Sessions — first session with DJ Nihilism from 7pm! Smooth house beats, electronic grooves, and laid-back vibes. Every second Saturday. Happy Hour also on. ⚽ Canada v Bosnia & Herzegovina FIFA World Cup from 7am | USA v Paraguay from 1pm. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍻 All Night Long at Waxy's from 9:30pm till late! 📍 90 Dee Street.
The Loney 🎧🏉 Jersey Night at The Loney! Throw on your favourite sports jersey and join us for great vibes, cold drinks, and a legendary night out. Rugby, football, netball, basketball — wear your colours loud and proud. 🎧 Live DJ from 11pm till late 📍 28 Leet Street, Invercargill.
Suburbs
Emberz Restaurant & Bar ⚽🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 live on the big screen! Canada v Bosnia & Herzegovina from 7am | USA v Paraguay from 1pm. 📍 Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill.
RIFF – Live Entertainment Venue 🎸🏴 Celtic Rock — one unforgettable Southland collaboration! The Hokonui Celtic Pipe Band joins forces with Filth Wizard NZ for a night where Celtic tradition meets rock energy. Featuring Highland Dancers, Cindy Mulrooney, Michael Crook, and Brendon Fairbairn. Expect soaring pipes, pounding drums, powerful vocals, and seriously big rock moments. 🕖 7:30pm | 🎟 $20 door entry 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.
Sunday, June 14
City Centre
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining ⚽🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 — early kick-offs with breakfast & coffee. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎵🍀 Irish trad musicians live from 5pm–7pm — the perfect Sunday session! Kids dine free (T&Cs apply) 🧒 📍 90 Dee Street.
Sport 🏆
Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel 🌟🏐 HOME GAME! Southern Steel host the Tactix at ILT Stadium Southland! 📅 Sunday 14 June | 🕓 4:00pm 📍 ILT Stadium Southland, Invercargill. 🎟 southernsteel.co.nz
Emberz Restaurant & Bar ⚽🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 live on the big screen all day! Qatar v Switzerland 7am | Brazil v Morocco 10am | Haiti v Scotland 1pm | Australia v Türkiye 4pm ☕🍳 📍 Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill.
Coming Up 📅
Waxy's Irish Pub 🧠 Quiz Night — every Wednesday from 7pm. Free entry, Waxy's vouchers up for grabs. Book via waxys.co.nz or 03 214 0313. 🎶 Pop Icons Party — Saturday June 20. Jetset live, a night of pop hits across the ages. Free entry, R18, best dressed. 🎉 Hospo Night — Tuesday June 23. Quiz 7pm, DJ 9pm, Farm Yard dress-up, R18. Bookings essential. 📍 90 Dee Street.
RIFF – Live Entertainment Venue 🎸🔥 Silly Drunken Bastards are baaaaack! After a long absence, the Bastards return for one very special night of loud, fast, unapologetic punk rock. Joining them are fellow local heroes Hoodaki and GOAT. Still loud. Still reckless. Still Bastards. See you in the pit. 📅 Saturday June 20 | 🚪 Doors 8pm | 🎟 $10 / $5 unwaged 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern ❄️🎤 Cold Nights, Hot Vocals continues every Friday night! Semi Finals: June 19 | Grand Final 'The Hottest Night of Winter': June 26 🏆 Free entry, cash prizes, every Friday from 7:30pm. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
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