Gig Guide
Saturday's the marquee — the Otago Southland Axemen Indoor Woodchopping Comp FINALS hit Waikiwi from 4pm. Axes, sawdust, roaring crowd — genuine Southland winter theatre, and a proper spectacle. Sunday brings Stags v Taranaki live on the big screen at Waikiwi from 5:05pm. Friday runs the usual weekend kick-off — Live in the Lobby at Two Doors Down, meat raffles at Southland Tavern and The Ave, and $9 Sips & Bites at Level One. And Thursday? Bruno the Bull is back at Waikiwi with Meat Raffles from 6pm. Grab your mates. Here's your weekend. 🎶
🪓 Saturday Marquee: Axemen Woodchopping Comp FINALS at Waikiwi
Waikiwi Tavern 🪓🪵 Otago Southland Axemen Indoor Woodchopping Comp FINALS — the winter comp reaches its peak. Axes, sawdust, and grunt. A properly Southland Saturday afternoon. 📅 Saturday 19 September | 🕓 4–6pm 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Friday, 18 September
Friday's covered — DEVIN back for Live in the Lobby at Two Doors Down from 5:30pm, $9 Sips & Bites at Level One 5–7pm, and the usual meat raffle circuit across Southland Tavern, The Ave and Waikiwi.
City Centre
360 Bar 🌌🍸 Seven floors up. Friday night starts with a lift ride — cocktails, views over Invercargill, and that "we made it to the weekend" feeling. Open 4pm till late. 🍴 See the menu 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸💫 Laneway lounging — settle into Niche for handcrafted cocktails, small plates and that hidden-gem feel. Pre-dinner drinks or a slow evening in — either way, you'll find your seat. 🕓 Social Hours 4–6pm | Open till late. 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🎶💫 Live in the Lobby with DEVIN from 5:30pm! Live music, delicious food, and drinks that match. Whether you're catching up with friends, on a date night, or unwinding after work — Two Doors Down's got your evening covered. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
Meld 🥂 Got a milestone coming up? Meld's Mezzanine private dining room seats 20–24 — an intimate Level 1 space for birthdays, engagements, or the send-off that deserves the good glassware. Book it in. 📞 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Level 1, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Brew'd 🥐☕ Kick off your Friday at Brew'd — great coffee, house-baked treats, and the Stir Tea New Zealand range if tea's more your thing. Ground-floor café done right. 📞 03 928 5851 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining 🍸🍽️ Happy Hour + $9 Sips & Bites — cocktails and small plates for $9 each, 5–7pm every Friday. Unwind after work at Level One Bar. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍀 Waxy's on a Friday — where the weekend starts. Cold pours, Irish craic, live music into the evening. 📅 Friday 18 September | 🍴 See the menu 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Speight's Ale House 🎸🍺 Speight's Ale House on Friday. Grab your mates, sink a few cold ones. Speight's Ale House Metua live from 7pm–10pm — then DJ Blitzn on the decks to keep the night going.
📅 Friday 18 September |📍 38 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar 🍽️❄️ Come in from the cold — cosy dining, warm service, and a menu built for winter appetites. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 📞 03 217 1234 | Book a table 📍 Ground floor, Distinction Hotel Invercargill, 3 Esk Street West.
Suburbs
Newfield Tavern 🍺✨ Friday night at the Newfield. Open for a cold one, a feed and a catch-up. 📅 Friday 18 September 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Southland Tavern 🥩🍺 Friday Meat Raffles from 5pm + Happy Hour 5–6pm. Live sport on the big screen all weekend. 📅 Friday 18 September 📍 Cnr Elles Road & McQuarrie Street, Invercargill.
The Ave – Sports Bar 🥩🏉 Friday Meat Raffles from 5pm — multiple prizes to win! (Handle Club). Plus NPC Rugby on the big screens. 📅 Friday 18 September 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
Waikiwi Tavern 🍺✨ Happy Hour 5–7pm — kick off the weekend Waikiwi-style. 📅 Friday 18 September | 🕔 5–7pm 📍 181 North Road, 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. Where Windsor unwinds. 📞 03 217 1980 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Invercargill.
Saturday, 19 September
Saturday's the big one — the Otago Southland Axemen Indoor Woodchopping Comp FINALS hit Waikiwi from 4–6pm. DJ Matt Murray on the decks at The Loney from 11pm, Southland Tavern's Sip & Play Quiz kicks off 1pm, and city venues run the usual Saturday-night music circuit. Chase Waxy's and Speight's for their live acts.
City Centre
Brew'd 🥐☕ Take five at Brew'd — great coffee, house-baked goodness, and the Stir Tea New Zealand range. Ground-floor comfort at The Langlands. 📞 03 928 5851 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍷🍽️ Weekend dining, done properly. Modern menu, warm lobby vibes, and drinks that match. Book your table or drop in. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
Meld 🥂✨ Celebrate life's special moments at Meld's Mezzanine. Planning a birthday, engagement dinner or corporate gathering? Their elegant private dining space seats 20–24 guests — warm, stylish, exceptional food and service. 📞 Book: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Level 1, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🍸💫 Rooftop cocktails with a view. 360 is where the weekend gets elevated — literally. Cocktails, city lights, sunset if you time it right. Open 4pm till late. 🍴 See the menu 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ A Saturday hideaway. Niche — handcrafted cocktails, tasty bites, warm welcome. Book a table or walk in. 🕓 Social Hours 4–6pm | Open till late. 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining 🍸✨ Happy Hour 5–7pm — cocktails and small plates to kick off the night at Level One Bar. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
The Loney 🎧🎉 Weekend plans sorted — DJ Matt Murray on the decks from 11pm till late. The Loney's open Saturday. 📅 Saturday 19 September | 🕚 11pm till late 📍 28 Leet Street, Invercargill.
Speight's Ale House 🎸🍺Your Saturday night plans are sorted! 🎶BLENDER WITH BLITZEN is coming to The Speight’s Ale House! Get ready for throwback favourites, party anthems and big singalongs to keep you on the dancefloor. 💃🕺
📍 38 Dee Street, Invercargill
Round up your mates and make a night of it! 📅 Saturday 19 September 📍 38 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍀 Waxy's on a Saturday — proper Irish energy. Live music into the evening. 📅 Saturday 19 September | 🍴 See the menu 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar 🍽️🥂 Saturday night dinner, sorted — Retreat's got the atmosphere, the menu, and the wine list to match. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 📞 03 217 1234 | Book a table 📍 Ground floor, Distinction Hotel Invercargill, 3 Esk Street West.
Suburbs
Waikiwi Tavern 🪓🪵 Otago Southland Axemen Indoor Woodchopping Comp FINALS — 4–6pm at Waikiwi. Axes, sawdust and grunt. See feature callout above. 📅 Saturday 19 September | 🕓 4–6pm 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Southland Tavern 🧠🍻 Sip & Play Pictorial Quiz — starts 1pm, free entry. Then Happy Hour 5–6pm and live sport all afternoon and evening on the big screen. 📅 Saturday 19 September 📍 Cnr Elles Road & McQuarrie Street, Invercargill.
The Ave – Sports Bar 🏉📺 Big sport Saturday on the big screens. NPC Rugby + NRL fixtures — grab a seat, grab a beer. 📅 Saturday 19 September 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
The Saucy Chef — Social Club & Eatery 🍷🕯️ Saturday 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. 📞 03 217 1980 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Invercargill.
Sunday, 20 September
Sunday winds down — Stags v Taranaki live on the big screen at Waikiwi from 5:05pm. Brunch options at Brew'd, Sunday dining at Two Doors Down, and the usual Sunday suburbs circuit — 9Ball Pool at Eastern Suburbs, Free Pool at Southland Tavern, Big Bot Sunday at The Ave, and Kids Dine Free at Waxy's.
City Centre
Brew'd 🥐☕ Sunday brunch, Brew'd style. Great coffee, house-baked goodness, and the Stir Tea New Zealand range for something warm and thoughtful. Slow-morning vibes — perfect way to close out the weekend. 📞 03 928 5851 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍽️✨ Sunday dining, done properly. Modern menu, warm lobby vibes, and drinks that match. Book a Sunday table or drop in. Open from 4pm. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
Waxy's Irish Pub 👨👧🍀 Kids Dine Free every Sunday — family Sundays at Waxy's. Bring the whole crew. (T's & C's apply) 📅 Sunday 20 September | 🍴 See the menu 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar 🍳✨ Sunday breakfast, brunch, and beyond — Retreat's kitchen runs all day, from morning coffee and eggs to a proper Sunday sit-down. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. 📞 03 217 1234 | Book a table 📍 Ground floor, Distinction Hotel Invercargill, 3 Esk Street West.
Suburbs
Newfield Tavern 🍺✨ Sunday at the Newfield. Open for a wind-down beer and a bite. 📅 Sunday 20 September 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Eastern Suburbs Tavern 🎱🍺 9Ball Pool Comp + Killer Pool — every Sunday from 2pm. Bring your A-game (or just your mates) and settle in for an afternoon on the felt. 📅 Sunday 20 September | 🕑 From 2pm 📍 61 Glengarry Crescent, Invercargill.
Waikiwi Tavern 🏉📺 Stags v Taranaki live on the big screen from 5:05pm. Back the boys. 📅 Sunday 20 September | 🕔 5:05pm 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Southland Tavern 🎱🍻 Sunday Session — Happy Hour and FREE POOL from 1–3pm. The gentle way to close out the weekend. Live sport on the big screen too. 📅 Sunday 20 September 📍 Cnr Elles Road & McQuarrie Street, Invercargill.
The Ave – Sports Bar 🎯🏉 Big Bot Sunday — EVERY SUNDAY at The Ave! Sport on the big screens all afternoon. See ya there. 📅 Sunday 20 September 📍 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. 📞 03 217 1980 📍 Cnr St Andrew & Sydney Streets, Invercargill.
Coming Up 📅
Waxy's Irish Pub 🧠 Quiz Night — every Wednesday from 7pm. Free entry. Book via waxys.co.nz or 03 214 0313. 📍 90 Dee Street.
Waikiwi Tavern 🥩🐂 Thursday 24 September — Meat Raffles 6pm + Bruno the Bull 9pm till late 🍺 Friday 25 September — Happy Hour 5–7pm 🏉 Saturday 26 September — Stags v Canterbury live from 5:05pm 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
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Thursday, 17 September
Thursday kicks the week off — Bruno the Bull back at Waikiwi with Meat Raffles from 6pm, RIFF Open Mic / Jam Night from 7pm ($5), Half Price Desserts all day at Waxy's, and BINGO at Newfield. Plus Level One Happy Hour 5–7pm.
City Centre
Brew'd 🍵☕ Morning tea? Brew'd is the place to be. Pair your break with the amazing Stir Tea New Zealand range. 📞 03 928 5851 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Meld ✨🕯️ For the big nights that need a big table — Meld's Mezzanine is Level 1's private dining space at The Langlands. Warm, stylish, and yours for the evening. Ideal for parties of 20–24. 📞 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Level 1, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🍸✨ Head upstairs for drinks and views. 360 — cocktails, city lights, and the best seat in the house. 🕓 Tuesday–Saturday, 4pm till late. 🍴 See the menu 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍽️✨ Your dinner plans are sorted. Whether it's a relaxed date night, a family dinner, or a special celebration, Two Doors Down is the perfect place to gather over exceptional food and warm hospitality. 🕓 Open daily from 4:00 PM until late. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 🍴 See the menu 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ Social Hours 4–6pm at Niche — crafted cocktails, tasty bites and that laneway hideaway feel. Book a table or walk in. 🍴 See the menu 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining 🍸✨ Happy Hour every Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 5–7pm. Unwind after work — cocktails, small plates and that Level One vibe. 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🍮🍀 Half Price Desserts every Thursday — available all day. Cake, cheesecake, ice cream sundae — treat yourself. Book a table or drop in. 📅 Thursday 17 September | 🍴 See the menu 📍 90 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Retreat Restaurant & Bar 🍽️✨ Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. 📞 03 217 1234 | Book a table 📍 Ground floor, Distinction Hotel Invercargill, 3 Esk Street West.
Suburbs
Newfield Tavern 🎉🎱 BINGO THURSDAY at Newfield! Grab your tickets with any purchase from 4pm. Rounds at 5pm, 6pm and 7pm, Cash Round at 7:30pm. Plus $5 Meat Raffles throughout the night! 📅 Thursday 17 September 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Waikiwi Tavern 🥩🐂 Meat Raffles 6pm and Bruno the Bull 9pm till late. Grab your mates, saddle up, and see how long you can hang on. 📅 Thursday 17 September 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Southland Tavern 🍺✨ Happy Hour 5–6pm. Good times, cold brews, great company. Live sport on the big screen. Ask about this week's Weekly Special. 📅 Thursday 17 September | 🕔 Happy Hour 5–6pm 📍 Cnr Elles Road & McQuarrie Street, Invercargill.
The Ave – Sports Bar 🏉📺 Sport on the big screens tonight. NPC Rugby + all the usual midweek broadcasts. 📅 Thursday 17 September 📍 57 Avenal Street, Invercargill.
RIFF – Live Entertainment Venue 🎤🎶 OPEN MIC / JAM NIGHT tonight! Get up and play, join a jam, try something new — or come along and enjoy the music. Originals, covers, solo performers, bands and first-timers all welcome. Hosted by the Southland Musicians Club. 📅 Thursday 17 September | 🕖 7pm | 🎟 $5 entry 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.