Culture
The summer break may be over, but there are heaps of fun things to do before winter arrives.
Gindulgence 2021
A two-day celebration of the country's supreme gin.
What if the City Was a Theatre?
A free city-wide program of art and performance in the capital.
Wellington Fried Chicken Festival
Celebrating only the best fried chicken across two days.
Newtown Festival 2021
The capital's biggest openair party returns.
CubaDupa 2021
The huge outdoor celebration is back with 470 free performances from local artists.
Wellington Wine & Food Festival 2021
The annual celebration of sun, fun and fine cuisine is back.
Te Ra o Waitangi 2021
Celebrate and commemorate Waitangi Day with live music, delicious hāngi and openair cinema.
Wellington Chinese New Year Festival
Welcome the Year of the Ox with this colourful display of art, food and fireworks.
Van Gogh Alive
See more than 3000 of the Dutch master's works in this multi-sensory exhibition.
Gardens Magic 2021
Garage funk, psychedelic dream pop and a choral tribute to Elton John make up the lineup for Wellington City Council's annual open-air concert series.
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