Headlining the music acts this year are old-skool Christchurch rock icons Zed.

Formed in 1996 when they were still students at Cashmere High School, Zed's debut album Silencer debuted at number one on release and went on to sell double platinum. Their iconic hits include Glorafilia, Renegade Fighter, and Hard to Find Her.

The 2020 lineup also includes reggae jammers Sons of Zion, American-born folk sing-songwriter Holly Arrowsmith, eclectic Christchurch artist Mousey and funk-soul belter Tami Neilson.

As we head into December with its summer vibes and holiday feels, the South Island Wine & Food Festival is coming to help us all take advantage of that celebratory mood. We'll see 40 of the South Island's premiere winemakers along with some of the region's biggest names in food converge on Hagley Park for an afternoon enjoying all the best parts of summer: warm weather, beautiful places, and of course, eating and drinking.

The festival offers several interactive wine seminars and workshops hosted by expert Kiwi sommeliers. Be sure to catch the Cooking Theatre, where you'll be treated to live cooking demonstrations from renowned New Zealand chefs. All tickets include a souvenir tasting glass and access to all features and entertainment, with Connoisseur and VIP packages available.

Saturday 5 December
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