Gig Guide
Saturday belongs to the King of Pop — The Loney goes full Michael Jackson from 11pm with DJ Matt Murray on the decks and prizes for best dressed called at midnight sharp. Friday's got its own big draws: Joe Schmidt — the Wallabies coach and NZ Rugby legend — sits down at Ascot Park Hotel for a three-course dinner and rugby chat, and Audrey Bangay plays Live in the Lobby at Two Doors Down from 5:30pm. Add Jetset at Waxy's on Friday and All Night Long on Saturday, and the weekend runs itself. Sunday winds down soft — brunch at Brew'd, Trad Irish at Waxy's, and Ascot Park's charity roast buffet supporting Ronald McDonald House. Grab your mates, dust off the sequins, sink a few cold ones. Here's your weekend. 🎶
Friday, 7 August
City Centre
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] 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🌿🍸 Zero-alcohol, full flavour — try the Ecology & Co London Dry Botanical Blend. All the crisp, refreshing taste of a classic gin, none of the alcohol. Served with premium tonic, fresh citrus and your favourite garnish. Perfect for a mindful night out without compromising on flavour. 🕓 Social Hours 4–6pm | Open till late. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🎶💫 Live in the Lobby with Audrey Bangay from 5:30pm! Live music, great food, and drinks that match. Whether you're catching up with friends, on a date night, or just unwinding into the weekend — Two Doors Down's got you covered. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
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] 📍 Level 1, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
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. 📍 7th 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.
Salt Invercargill 🍽️🌏 Time for something different? Salt brings Euro-Asian cuisine with Mediterranean influence to the heart of Dee Street. Book your table and let the menu do the talking. 📞 03 214 0857 📍 142 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍀 Jetset live from 9pm. 📍 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 🎤🎶 KARAOKE this Friday! Grab your mates, warm up those vocal cords, and join Newfield with the crew from You're The Voice Karaoke. Open Mic from 7:30pm — whether you're ready to belt out your favourite tune or just cheer everyone on, it's always a great night. Cold drinks, great company, and plenty of laughs. Who's taking the mic first? 📅 Friday 7 August | 🕢 Open Mic from 7:30pm 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Waikiwi Tavern 🏉📺 Warriors v Panthers live on the big screen from 8pm. Grab a seat, grab a beer, back the boys. 📅 Friday 7 August | 🕗 8pm 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
ILT & Ascot Park Hotel presents Joe Schmidt 🏉🎤 An audience with the Wallabies coach and NZ Rugby legend — three Six Nations wins for Ireland among his career highlights. Don't miss this chance to hear from a renowned strategist at the top of his game. Ticket includes a 3-course meal + table beverage. 📅 Friday 7 August 📞 Book: 03 219 9303 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 Ascot Park Hotel, Racecourse Road, Invercargill.
Saturday, 8 August
City Centre
Brew'd 🥐☕ Ease into your Saturday at Brew'd — great coffee, brunch that satisfies, and the Stir Tea New Zealand range for something warm and thoughtful. Ground-floor café done right. 📞 03 928 5851 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ Social Hours are on 4–6pm — crafted cocktails, tasty bites and that laneway hideaway feel to kick off the evening. Book a table or walk in. 🌿 Trying to keep it soft? Ask for the Ecology & Co Zero — a botanical gin serve with none of the alcohol. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🥩🔥 The Rib Eye experience — expertly grilled over an open flame, perfectly plated. Discover it at Two Doors Down. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 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] 📍 Level 1, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🍸✨ Head upstairs for drinks and views from 4pm till late. Cocktails, city lights and the best seat in the house. 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Salt Invercargill ✨🍷 Saturday dinner sorted — Salt Invercargill for premium dining, Euro-Asian flavours, and a menu that rewards the curious. 📞 03 214 0857 📍 142 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Level One Craft, Cocktails & Dining 🍸✨ Happy Hour 5–7pm — cocktails and small plates to kick off the night. 🎧🌴 Then stay for Dub / Roots & Reggae Night with DJ Nihilism from 7pm till late — Kelvin's monthly electronic music night with Deep South Bass, held every second Saturday of the month. 📅 Saturday 8 August | 🕔 Happy Hour 5–7pm | 🕖 Dub / Roots & Reggae from 7pm 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
The Loney 🕺🎶 MICHAEL JACKSON PARTY! "HEE HEEEEE!" Celebrating the one and only pop icon — DJ Matt Murray on the decks from 11pm playing all things MJ. Prizes for best dressed announced at 12am sharp! Frock up, moonwalk in, and see if you've got what it takes. 📅 Saturday 8 August | 🕚 11pm till late 📍 28 Leet Street, Invercargill.
Speight's Ale House 🎸🍺 Lachie and the big bots live from 8:30pm. Grab your mates, get down early, and settle in for a proper Saturday night. 📅 Saturday 8 August | 🕗 8:30pm 📍 38 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍀 All Night Long live from 9:30pm. 📍 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 — 4–6pm at Waikiwi. Axes, sawdust, and grunt. A properly Southland Saturday afternoon. 📅 Saturday 8 August | 🕓 4–6pm 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
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Sunday, 9 August
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] 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Two Doors Down 🍷🍽️ Sunday dining, done properly — modern menu, warm lobby vibes, and drinks that match. Book your Sunday table or drop in and see what's on the pass. Open from 4pm. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
Salt Invercargill 🍽️✨ Sunday lunch, done differently — Salt's Euro-Asian menu with Mediterranean influence. Open till late. 📞 03 214 0857 📍 142 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🍀🎻 Trad Irish Night 5–7pm — live traditional music, Guinness poured properly, and the craic that only Waxy's does. Plus Kids Dine Free all day long (T's & C's apply). 📅 Sunday 9 August | 🕔 Trad from 5pm 📍 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.
Editor's Cut Sports Bar 🏀🏉 Big Sunday for sports fans! Two live broadcasts back-to-back: 🏀 Southland Sharks v Wellington Saints — NBL Grand Final live from 3pm 🏉 Stags v Manawatu live from 5:05pm Grab a seat, grab a beer, grab a burger — Sky's cranked and the atmosphere's there. 📅 Sunday 9 August 📍 Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
Suburbs
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 9 August | 🕑 From 2pm 📍 61 Glengarry Crescent, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern 🎸💰🏉 The time has come — big Sunday at Newfield! 🎸 Luke playing Sunday tunes 2–5pm 💰 The Great Pub Cash Giveaway Draw — $1K UP FOR GRABS! Be in the bar between 1–3pm to get your cards stamped — this is the last chance at this venue. 🏉 Stags v Manawatu live on the big screen from 5pm 🍽️ Kitchen open all day 11am–9pm | 🚌 Courtesy coach available for drop-offs 7–9pm 📅 Sunday 9 August 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Waikiwi Tavern 🏀🏉 Big Sunday sport double-header on the big screen! 🏀 SALS NBL Grand Final: Sharks v Saints — 3pm 🏉 Stags v Manawatu — 5:05pm 📅 Sunday 9 August 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
Ascot Park Hotel 🍽️❤️ Sunday Night Buffet — Host a Roast. A charity dinner supporting the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Southland Hospital. Good food for a good cause. 📅 Sunday 9 August 📞 Book: 0800 272 687 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 Ascot Park Hotel, Racecourse Road, 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.
The Loney 🎧 DJ Awhe — Saturday 15 August, 11pm 🎧 DJ Awhe — Saturday 22 August, 11pm 📍 28 Leet Street.
Speight's Ale House 🎸 Euphoria — Saturday 15 August, 8:30pm 🎸 Tripleshot — Saturday 22 August, 8:30pm 📍 38 Dee Street.
Eastern Suburbs Tavern ⚽💙 Queens Park AFC Jingo Fundraiser — Sunday 23 August, 6:30pm 💪💙 Fusion Fitness Jingo Fundraiser — Wednesday 26 August, 6:30pm 🪵🎸 Wood Sawing Day from 4pm + Night Cru live from 7pm — Saturday 29 August 💰 $1000 Cash Giveaway Draw — Sunday 30 August, 4pm 📍 61 Glengarry Crescent.
Waikiwi Tavern 🥩🐂 Thursday 13 August — Meat Raffles 6pm + Bruno the Bull 9pm till late 🏉📺 Saturday 15 August — Warriors v Broncos 9:35pm on the big screen 💰🏉 Sunday 16 August — Great Pub Cash Giveaway Draw 3–5pm (WIN A SHARE OF $13,000!) + Stags v Waikato 2:05pm 🥩🐂 Thursday 20 August — Meat Raffles 6pm + Bruno the Bull 9pm till late 🏉📺 Saturday 22 August — Stags v Tasman 1:05pm + Warriors v Rabbitohs 7:30pm 🥩🏉🐂 Thursday 27 August — Meat Raffles 6pm + Stags v Hawke's Bay 7:10pm + Bruno the Bull 9pm till late 🏉📺 Sunday 30 August — Warriors v Knights 4pm on the big screen 📍 181 North Road, Invercargill.
ETC presents Emma Gilmour at Ascot Park Hotel 🏁🥂 Friday 28 August. Inspiring afternoon with guest speaker Emma Gilmour. Ticket includes a 2-course meal + glass of bubbles. 📞 Book: 03 219 9303 | 📧 [email protected]
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Thursday, 6 August
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] 📍 Ground 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. 📍 Ground Floor, The Langlands, 7 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. Scan the QR code to reserve your table in seconds. 🕓 Open daily from 4:00 PM until late. 📞 Reserve: 0800 84 86 88 | 📧 [email protected] 📍 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] 📍 Level 1, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
360 Bar 🍸💫 Rooftop cocktails with a view. 360 Bar is where the weekend gets a little more elevated — literally. Cocktails, city lights, sunset if you time it right. Open 4pm till late. 📍 7th Floor, The Langlands, Don Street, Invercargill.
Salt Invercargill 🍽️✨ A premium dining experience in the heart of Invercargill — Euro-Asian cuisine with Mediterranean influence. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am till late. 📞 03 214 0857 📍 142 Dee 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.
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 🎉🎱 BINGO NIGHT tonight at Newfield! Grab your tickets with any purchase from 4pm and settle in for a fun night of prizes. 🟠 1st Round – 5:00pm 🟠 2nd Round – 6:00pm 🟠 7:00pm Round – MUST GO! 💰 Cash Round – 7:30pm 🥩 $5 Meat Raffles throughout the night! Round up your friends and come on down. See you tonight! 📅 Thursday 6 August 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.