About AC Lighting

Powering Events for Over 25 Years

AC Lighting has been a key part of the live events industry in Christchurch and across New Zealand for over 25 years. We are specialists in lighting, staging, rigging, and full event production — working behind the scenes at many of the country’s most iconic concerts, festivals, and corporate events.

From creative design through to flawless execution, we provide end-to-end production support that transforms events of every size. Our experienced crew, extensive equipment inventory, and commitment to safe, professional delivery make us a trusted production partner across Aotearoa.

Trusted by Major Festivals, Artists, and Events

We’re proud to have supported some of the biggest names and landmark events, including:

• Electric Avenue, Bay Dreams, Golden Lights, Great Kiwi Beer Festival, World Buskers Festival, Nostalgia Festival, Classical Sparks in the Park, and UCSA Orientation.

• Headliners like L.A.B, SIX60, Lorde, Carl Cox, Fatboy Slim, Flume, Rudimental, Chemical Brothers, Netsky, Hybrid Minds, Sticky Fingers, Tash Sultana, Flight Facilities, Ocean Alley, and Alison Wonderland.

• Legendary artists including Queens of the Stone Age, Incubus, Matchbox 20, Counting Crows, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, UB40, Cypress Hill, Rise Against, The Cult, and many more.

• Major comedy tours and corporate productions such as Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Carr, Michael McIntyre, Bill Bailey, Sarah Millican, Rob Brydon, Archipro Events, and the Westpac Chopper Gala Dinner.

• Sporting and cultural highlights like Diwali Festival of Lights, Fast5 Netball World Series, and the ICC Cricket World Cup Opening Ceremony.

Complete Event Production — Lighting, Staging & Rigging

Whether it’s a music festival, international tour, brand activation, or community event, we have the experience, equipment, and crew to deliver. We offer:

• Creative lighting design & show programming

• Professional staging systems & custom builds

• Certified rigging solutions

• Power distribution for stages, site infrastructure, and vendors

• Technical support & crew supply

If you’re planning an event, AC Lighting has the people, gear, and experience to make it happen — safely, professionally, and on time.

Contact us today to discuss your next event.