Social Functions 2026
Social Functions 2026

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. 

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.


 

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


 

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