Friends of
Kōwhai Fan Fest
Kōwhai Fan Fest is run by volunteers, and funded entirely by donations and grants. Find more about our donors below.
Thank you to the following for their support
creative New Zealand
Each year Creative New Zealand provides funding to city and district councils for distributing in their area to support projects encouraging participation in the arts and creative pursuits.
Kowhai fan fest received community funding through Creative New Zealand’s Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) to help cover the costs of venue hire.
Cyren’s Cosmedia
Cyren’s Cosmedia is a highly sought-after cosplay photographer. Active in the Christchurch scene for nearly a decade, he is well known for creating amazing images for his clients, from careful posing and composition, through to dazzling editing and special effects. A recent achievement is establishing the Cosplay Photo Zone at Armageddon events around the country, which consistently receives great feedback. Cyren specialises in cosplay photography, but also shoots events and weddings.
Cyren donated his time to photograph local cosplayers for our marketing materials.
Worbla New Zealand
Worbla make incredible heat-activated thermoplastics that are perfect for the creation of armor, props, accessories and more for cosplay.
Worbla New Zealand have kindly donated a number of products as prizes for our cosplay competition.
Pledgeme - Kererū tier donors
Nova orbis legal
Nova orbis legal is a law firm operating out of Brisbane QLD. Cosplay and anime fans themselves, with prior experience in convention governance, they have been supporting Kowhai Fan fest with all the “fine print” needed to keep a event like us above board, compliant, and risk-managed. They are a dream to deal with, super knowledgeable and just onto it.
Dice & Slice
Dice & Slice is a recent addition to Christchurch’s bustling hospitality scene, opening in August 2020. Nestled beside Little High in the SALT district, Dice & Slice is a cosy place where you can drink a craft beer or sip on a mysterious potion, eat a slice of pizza and choose from nearly 200 different board games to play. All the crowd favourites are there from Bananagrams to Connect 4, but if you’re in the mood for something new, Chris loves introducing visitors to their new favourite game. The simple menu is customisable and provides options for GF/vegans. Bookings recommended.
Arcadia Retro Arcade & Pinball Emporia
Arcadia is a local barcade (arcade + bar) sporting a huge range of retro pinball and arcade games. Arcadia has been the go-to venue for Canterbury cosplay nightlife, hosting cosplay dance parties and karaoke nights. We are grateful for Arcadia’s ongoing support.
