- QRW 2026 Plenary Lecture
- QRW Past Plenary Lectures
- MedSci NZ 2026
- AWCBR 2026
- QMB 2026
- Environmental Omics Meeting
- Infectious Diseases Aotearoa Meeting
- Plant Biology Meeting
- Protein Structures Meeting
- Redox Biology Meeting
- Abstract Submission & Poster Guidelines
- Social Functions 2026
- Accommodation
- General Information
- Registration
Social Functions 2026
Tickets to all of the below social functions will be available for purchase or registration on the conference registration page once live.
Mihi Whakatau
Tuesday 1 September, Rivers Room Atrium, 9.30am-10.00am
Open to all attendees. Registration required. No fee
QMB & MedSci Conference Cocktail Function
Tuesday 1 September, Christchurch Art Gallery, 7.00pm
Join us for an unforgettable Conference Cocktail & Awards Evening — where great conversations, industry recognition, and a touch of celebration come together in one standout night.
Step out of the session rooms and into a vibrant social setting designed for connection and celebration. Enjoy a flowing selection of premium drinks alongside substantial canapés and walk-and-fork dishes that are crafted to satisfy. This is relaxed, roaming dining at its best, so you can network, mingle, and move with ease.
The evening’s Awards Presentations will shine a spotlight on outstanding achievements across our community — a chance to recognise excellence, share in the applause, and be inspired by what’s possible.
With a live DJ setting the mood and a lively atmosphere throughout and ready to turn this into a party.
Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to celebrate!
Delegate or Accompanying guest tickets: $155
Student tickets: $100
Ticket price includes a substantial canape and walk n fork menu, selected drinks and entertainment
Ticket numbers are limited and on a first come, first served basis.
Sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific
AWCBR Conference Dinner
Tueday 1 September, Delilah Restaurant, 7.00pm-12am
Open to AWCBR meeting attendees only
Delegate or accompanying guest tickets: $TBC
Student tickets: $TBC
Ticket price includes dinner, drinks, and DJ.
Ticket numbers are limited and on a first come, first served basis.
QRW Plenary Lecture
Wednesday 2 September, Auditorium, Te Pae, 5.00pm-6.00pm
Open to all attendees. Registration required. No fee
Please see the QRW 2026 Plenary Lecture page for more information
Evening Social Mixer
Wednesday 2 September, Rivers Room, 6.00pm-8.00pm
Open to all attendees. No registration or fee required
Sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific
Infectious Diseases Aotearoa Social Function
Thursday 3 September, Perch Dining + Bar, IBIS, 7.30pm-10.00pm
Open to Infectious Diseases Aotearoa meeting attendees only.
Non-Student tickets: $45
Student tickets: $30
Ticket price includes dinner and arrival drink
Ticket numbers are limited and on a first come, first served basis.
Redox Biology Social Function
Thursday 3 September, Original Sin, 8.00pm-11.00pm
Open to Redox Biology meeting attendees only.
Tickets: $45
Ticket price includes three course dinner and arrival drink
Ticket numbers are limited and on a first come, first served basis.
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