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.

AWCBR Student Dinner

Monday 31 August, The Church Brew Pub, 7.30pm
Open to AWCBR student attendees only
Ticket price: $TBC

Ticket includes a set menu and networking with other students who research the brain.

Ticket numbers are limited and on a first come, first served basis.

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

Tuesday 1 September, Delilah Restaurant, 7.00pm
Open to AWCBR meeting attendees only
Delegate or accompanying guest tickets: $120
Student tickets: $95

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, Conway Rooms, 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, Exhibition Area, 6.00pm-8.00pm
Open to all attendees. No registration or fee required

Sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific

Evening Social Mixer & Block B Poster Session

Thursday 3 September, Exhibition Area, 5.30pm-7.30pm
Open to all attendees. No registration or fee required

Environmental Omics Social Function

Thursday 3 September, The Goldfinch Restaurant and Bar, 7.30pm
Open to Environmental Omics meeting attendees only.

Tickets: $80

Ticket price includes a 7-course set menu. Drinks are not included.

Ticket numbers are limited and on a first come, first served basis.

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.

Protein Structures Social Function

Thursday 3 September, Kong Bar, 7.45pm-10.00pm
Open to Protein Structures meeting attendees only.

Ticket Price TBC

Ticket price includes pizza 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.

Key Dates:

Friday 1 May, 2026

Registration & Abstract Submission Open

Wednesday 24 June, 2026

Abstract Submission Deadline

Friday 17 July, 2026

Early Bird Registration Deadline 4pm

Thursday 20 August, 2026

Registrations close 4pm

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