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Lakes Festival is Canterbury’s iconic end-of-year celebration, returning bigger and better for 2025!

Set in the stunning Hagley Park, this all-day event features 10 hours of music across three immersive stages, showcasing top international, national, and local talent. With food, drinks, dancing, and an amazing atmosphere, it’s a true celebration of music, art, and community. We’re all about good vibes, inclusivity, and creating unforgettable moments.

Festival Bar Staff Wanted - Bartenders & Bar Backs
📍 Location: Hagley Park, Christchurch
📆 Date: December 28th, 2025
⏰ Event Time: 12:30pm–10:30pm (shifts vary within these hours)

Be part of an epic day where music, good vibes, and teamwork come together at one of New Zealand’s most iconic festivals. You'll be right in the heart of the action; supporting a fun, fast-paced bar team and helping deliver an unforgettable experience for thousands of festival-goers. Whether you're pouring drinks or keeping the bar running smoothly, your role is key to the atmosphere that makes Lakes Festival so special.

We’re looking for:

🍻 Bartenders – Take payments, serve drinks, and keep an eye on intox levels.
🍾 Bar Backs – Keep the bar running smoothly: stock up, pour, and support the bartenders.

Bonus hours available for those keen to help with pack-in and pack-out!

Extra Info:

Must be 18+ to apply

You’ll need your own transport to the festival - parking is not provided

Must be able to work in New Zealand

To apply:

Send us a quick message with your hospitality experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Add your CV

Let us know if you would be available for Pack-In (24th, 26th, 27th) and Pack-out (29th, 30th)