Wellington Events and What's On

April 2018

Gallipoli: The scale of our war
This Is New Zealand Exhibition
Doc Edge Festival Wellington 2018
New Zealand International Comedy Festival 2018
The Wellington Wedding Show 2018
Wellington LUX Light Festival 2018
Wellington Baby expo 2018
Wellington Jazz Festival 2018
Home & Interiors 2018
All Blacks v France 2018
All Blacks v South Africa 2018
Visa Wellington On a Plate 2019
What's on at Te Papa
TSB Bank Arena
Westpac Stadium
Meetings & Conferences

Gallipoli: The scale of our war

18 Apr 2015 (Sat) - 31 Dec 2019 (Tue)

Te Papa

This exhibition is on now at Te Papa. The worlds of movies, model making and museums combine to take you on an immersive journey through the battlefields.

To mark the World War I centenary, Te Papa has joined forces with Weta Workshop to take you back to Gallipoli. Experience the triumphs and countless tragedies of this 8 month campaign through the eyes of the ordinary New Zealanders who were there.

Grand Mercure Wellington Abel Tasman Hotel has special group accommodation rates for groups visiting this exhibition. Please enquire below for details.

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This Is New Zealand Exhibition

17 Mar 2018 (Sat) - 15 Jul 2018 (Sun)

City Gallery Wellington This is New Zealand Exhibition Accommodation 2018

This Is New Zealand explores the notion of our national identity.

City Gallery Wellington's This Is New Zealand Exhibition explores how art has played a role in asserting and questioning notions of our national identity.

This Is New Zealand contains works by Costa Botes, Anna Cottrell, Simon Denny, John Drawbridge, Aaron Dustin, Gavin Hipkins, Bronwyn Holloway-Smith, Sir Peter Jackson, Marcus King, Douglas Lilburn, Kyle Lockwood, Hugh Macdonald, Paratene Matchitt, Emil McAvoy, Leonard Mitchell, Fiona Pardington, Michael Parekowhai, Peter Peryer, Len Potts, Gaylene Preston, Michael Stevenson, Inia Te Wiata, and others.

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Doc Edge Festival Wellington 2018

9 Apr 2018 (Mon) - 20 May 2018 (Sun)

Doc Edge Festival Wellington Accommodation 2018

The Doc Edge Festival features a diverse selection of films from all over the globe, covering everything from pop culture to politics to our very own Pacific.

Doc Edge Festival Wellington is back for its 13th year with over 70 stunning films from New Zealand and international filmmakers. Watch award winning Documentaries including Of Fathers and Sons (Sundance), The Other Side of Everything and The Long Season (both IDFA Amsterdam) and The People Republic of Desire (SXSW) and this year the Doc Edge Festival is excited to hold the World Premiere of the Italian film Postcards From India.

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New Zealand International Comedy Festival 2018

26 Apr 2018 (Thu) - 20 May 2018 (Sun)

New Zealand International Comedy Wellington Festival 2018 Accommodation

The New Zealand International Comedy Festival is three weeks of outstanding comedy.

The New Zealand International Comedy Festival offers up a diverse and exciting verity of live comedy shows from around New Zealand and across the world.

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The Wellington Wedding Show 2018

6 May 2018 (Sun)

The Wellington Wedding TSB Arena 2018 Accommodation

Discover your dream wedding in 2018 at The Wellington Wedding Show

Wellingtons Wedding Show is an unmissable event for any bride or groom to be. Chat, laugh and brainstorm your dream wedding with some of Wellingtons best and most creative wedding vendors.

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Wellington LUX Light Festival 2018

18 May 2018 (Fri) - 27 May 2018 (Sun)

LUX Light Festival 2018 Wellington accommodation

LUX Light Festival are by far Wellingtons most beautiful nights of the year.

LUX Light Festival is New Zealand’s largest and most beautiful festival celebration of light, art, technology and design. Watch as Wellingtons streets come alive with a fantastical array of light sculptures that wind their way through the city and waterfront.

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Wellington Baby expo 2018

19 May 2018 (Sat) - 20 May 2018 (Sun)

Baby Expo Wellington Accommodation 2018

The New Zealand Baby Expo has everything you need to know from Bump to Birth & Beyond

The New Zealand Baby Expo is back in Wellington this year for another fantastic show. Discover everything you need to know for you, your pregnancy or young child. With a diverse range of exhibitors and experiment with products theirs something for everyone.

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Wellington Jazz Festival 2018

6 Jun 2018 (Wed) - 10 Jun 2018 (Sun)

Wellington Jazz Festival 2018 Accommodation

Get cozy this winter with someone special and enjoy Wellington's Jazz Festival

The coolest little capital will be warming up mid-winter with Wellington Jazz Festival 2018. With 100 gigs over five days featuring the magical live sounds from some the finest local and international artists.

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Home & Interiors 2018

8 Jun 2018 (Fri) - 10 Jun 2018 (Sun)

Wellington Home & Ineriors 2018 Accommodation

If your a home owner who is looking to build, renovate or just decorate this is the event for you. This is your betters opportunity for you to discover and chat with experts about the best products and ideas for your home.

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All Blacks v France 2018

16 Jun 2018 (Sat)

All Blacks v France Westpac Stadium Wellington Accommodation 2018

Steinlager Series 2018

Watch as the mighty All Blacks take on France. Cheer on them this winter.

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All Blacks v South Africa 2018

15 Sep 2018 (Sat)

All Blacks v South Africa Westpac Stadium 2018 accommodation

Investec Rugby Championship 2018

Cheer our mighty All Blacks on as they take on South Africa. Watch the 90 minutes of heart pounding action live and in person this winter at Wellington Westpac stadium.

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Visa Wellington On a Plate 2019

9 Aug 2019 (Fri) - 23 Aug 2019 (Fri)

Visa Wellington on a Plate Accommodation 2019

If you are looking to try something a little different WOAP is the festival for you

Visa WOAP is a celebration of food done right. let your taste bud be your guide and explore the best of Wellington food scene. Restaurants, venues, laneways and carparks are host to wild celebrations of food and beverage through exclusive set menus, burgers, cocktails, unforgettable events and pop ups.

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What's on at Te Papa

NZ's innovative national museum.

Check out the current exhibitions and events for both adults and kids. Te Papa is open 365 days a year.

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Te Papa Current Exhibitions

TSB Bank Arena

Queens Wharf, Wellington

A truly multi-purpose venue located on the capital’s fabulous waterfront

The TSB Bank Arena is the city’s most versatile indoor space – perfect for hosting public tradeshows, indoor sporting events, large concerts and impressive gala dinners.

The TSB Bank Arena is within an easy stroll of major hotel accommodation, culinary delights, quirky cafes, boutique shopping as well as Wellington’s arts, culture and entertainment precinct.

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Events at TSB Arena

Westpac Stadium

Where the best atmosphere and enjoyment in the city come together as one.

One of Wellington premier event destinations, close to many local attractions and easily accessible via public transport Westpac Stadium is the perfect place for all events from sporting to food and wine.

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Meetings & Conferences

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