About this Event
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: Sunday, 1 March 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
- Location: The Lotus-Heart, 363 St Asaph Street, Christchurch, Canterbury 8011
- Price: Free
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EVENT DESCRIPTION:
Wellness Festival - Day 2
Sunday 1 March 2026 · The Lotus-Heart, Christchurch
A Day of Connection, Discovery & Community
Join us for the second day of Wellness Festival 2026, featuring inspiring talks, an artisan market, and opportunities to connect with local makers and practitioners.
What's Happening:
Artisan Market · 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Browse handcrafted treasures, natural wellness products, organic produce, and beautiful offerings from our community. Meet the makers, discover local artisans, and find something special.
Speaker Sessions · 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Five inspiring talks covering holistic animal therapy, energy healing, plant medicine, conscious aging, and wellbeing practices. See the full schedule in the Agenda section below.
Sessions are free. Registration helps us keep you informed and prepare for numbers.
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ARTISAN MARKET · 10 AM - 3 PM
Local Makers & Wellness Artisans
Discover handcrafted jewelry, natural skincare, botanical oils, CBD wellness products, organic soaps, upcycled treasures, and more. Meet the makers, learn their stories, and support local community.
Featured stallholders include:
- Wildcrafted Apothecary (ceremonial cacao, herbs, wildcrafted oils)
- Panna Soaps (handcrafted natural soaps)
- Sherilyn (jewelry, macramé, rongoā)
- Naturally Healing (CBD balms & tinctures)
- Zurma Botanical Oil Studio (pure essential oils)
- And more local artisans
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note: Registration does not guarantee a seat at individual talks. Seating is first-come, first-served. We don't anticipate capacity issues, but if a session is full, we'll do our best to accommodate everyone.
What to Bring:
- Water bottle
- Open mind and curious heart
- Cash for market purchases (some vendors may not have eftpos)
Parking: Free street parking available nearby
Food: Plant-based café on-site
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WHY REGISTER?
Although the festival is free and open to everyone, registration helps us:
- Send you event reminders and updates
- Prepare for numbers
- Keep you informed of any schedule changes
- Create a welcoming experience for all
🌐 More info: wellnessfestival.nz
🌐 Concert info: soundjourney.nz
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Reiki and Access Bars for Wellbeing and Recovery
Host: Jo Boyd
Info: Jo Boyd: Reiki Master Practitioner Jo Boyd shares how energy healing and Access Bars can support wellbeing through illness and life's challenges. Includes live Reiki demonstrations so you can experience the energy for yourself.
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Nature’s Healing Intelligence: Vibrational Medicine for Modern Living
Host: Michael McCammon
Info: In this talk, Michael explores the healing intelligence of nature: how plants have always held the remedies we need, how working with herbs supports genuine lasting wellbeing, and how to navigate the world of natural medicine with discernment and confidence. Drawing on medical herbalism, naturopathy, human nutrition, and diagnostic tools like live blood analysis and iridology, Michael brings a level of knowledge and practical experience that is increasingly rare in the modern wellness world. This is an invitation to understand what nature can do, when we know how to work with it.
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Plant Spirit Medicine and Rewilding the Inner Child
Host: Dr Jo Battye
Info: There is a part of you that already knows how to heal. It lives in the quiet beneath the noise, in the place where imagination and instinct meet, where the body speaks in feelings rather than words, and where the natural world has always been a source of comfort, guidance, and belonging. In this talk, Dr Jo Battye invites you to reconnect with that place.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Write Your Way Forward
Host: Susannah Kenton
Info: An interactive workshop with Susannah Kenton, where heart whispering meets transformative healing. Susannah will guide you through decluttering your heart space, connecting with Source, and unlocking profound wisdom through sacred journaling. Engage with practices like meditation, breathwork, and EFT tapping to open pathways of consciousness and dissolve limiting beliefs. Bring a notebook and pen to capture this journey towards freedom, fulfillment, and joy. Perfect for those seeking deeper self-awareness and empowerment.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Ancient Healing Practices For Your Pet's Health and Vitality
Host: Lisa Clarke
Info: Lisa Clarke has been working with animals and their humans for 18 years, treating everything from dogs, cats, and rabbits to racehorses, and even elephants in Laos. Her practice is rooted in a deep understanding of the bond between animals and their guardians, and the way emotional and physical wellbeing can flow between them.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Artisan Market
Info: Experience a vibrant tapestry of local flavours and craftsmanship at our free-entry Artisan Market, featuring organic breads, fresh vegetables, housemade vegan ice cream, artisanal crafts, live music, and children's games—a perfect day out for food lovers and families alike.
🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Sound Journey: A Journey of Music, Meditation and Connection
Host: Akashiyanadi
Info: Discover an innovative approach to a sound journey, where live music, guided meditation, and ancient instruments unify to create a journey of sound and stillness. Featuring captivating vocal performances, skilled instrumentation blending gentle guitar, harp, and udu with rich harmonium and handpan sounds, this event offers a unique blend of heartfelt music, Sanskrit chants, and transformative heart meditation. Enjoy a sanctuary for relaxation, inspiration, and connection, and explore the healing power of sound in an inclusive space designed to uplift and ground you.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
363 Saint Asaph Street, 363 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
NZD 0.00
