Jump in the van and join us for Ōtautahi: Youth Loop & Hot Pools Party — a one-day adventure through Christchurch, where you'll get an inside look at some of the coolest youth spaces in the city, meet inspiring people doing awesome mahi, and wrap it all up with a soak at He Puna Taimoana hot pools!

This is more than just a tour — it’s a chance to connect, explore, and celebrate youth spaces and kaupapa across Ōtautahi the day before INVOLVE.

🚐 What to expect:

Guided van tour of local youth organisations and creative spaces
Behind-the-scenes kōrero with youth workers and community legends
Chill hangs, snacks, and good vibes all day
Finish with a splash at the New Brighton hot pools

📍 Starting point:

12:30pm - Welcome lunch at Te Ora Hou Ōtautahi – central Christchurch pickup location to be arranged

6:00pm - Finish tour and dinner at Youth Alive Trust

8:00pm - Post tour event at He Puna Taimoana hot pools - central Christchurch drop-off location to be arranged

🎟️ Spots are limited – reserve yours now!

This event is proudly run by Rerenga Awa | the Canterbury Youth Workers Collective, supporting connection and collaboration across the youth development sector in Ōtautahi.

Please note this event is for manuhiri/visitors to Ōtautahi Christchurch attending the INVOLVE Conference.

Choose from the following options:

$50 Tour 12.30pm- 7.30pm (Includes lunch, city tour and dinner)
$20 Dinner ONLY 6.00pm - 7.30pm
$15 Hot pools 8:00 - 10:00pm (strictly limited to the first 100 people)

Any questions please contact Tim tim@cywc.org.nz