Scorpio Books turns 50!

Date:Thursday, 28 May 2026

Time:6pm

Come to our birthday party!

Scorpio Books is turning 50 and we’d love you to join us for our birthday celebration! There will be giveaways, drinks, nibbles, toasts, special merch by legendary Ōtautahi artist miiekes and an archival timeline of the shop’s growth over fifty years. We have some special plans in the works, including flash tattoos and a coffee blend collaboration with our friends at C4. There will also be a big party bag giveaway, be sure to RSVP to get your chance to win!

Speeches from 6pm Thursday 28th May @ Scorpio Books, 120 Hereford Street, Christchurch

Free event, RSVP here: tinyurl.com/ScorpioBooks50th

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Scorpio Books turns 50!