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Wellington is going off with fireworks, footy, foodie events and films – and there’s a lot more to come in the next few months.
A fireworks display on the Waterfront this Friday at 7pm celebrates Wellington hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ and the Quarter-Final that day, followed by a screening of the Auckland Quarter-Final in the FIFA Fan Festival™ in Shed 6 and on Queens Wharf.
We encourage everyone to plan ahead with any hospitality bookings, and to use public transport or walk, ride, scoot or car share to avoid traffic congestion and parking frustration during this very busy time.
While the football is coming to an end in the capital, here are some other big events to add to the diary:
August | Wednesdays
Visit the Zoo any Wednesday in August and get 1/2 price standard adult and child entry.
More info at wellingtonzoo.com.
11-27 August
Explore the weird, the wonderful and the downright delicious with Burger Wellington presented by Garage Project, and burger and Beervana-themed Festival events this August. It’s set to be a busy time for burger fans with more than 200 burgers to sample. More info at visawoap.com.
Exhibition
- Tūmanako 2023
11-31 August | Waitohi Hub,
Johnsonville Library
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi is hosting the Tūmanako, a community event encouraging young ones (under 18) to express their creativity and share their aspirations for a peaceful, inclusive, and nuclear-free world.
Wicked
St
James Theatre
16 August – 3 September
One of Broadway’s biggest blockbusters is landing in Wellington for the very first time in 2023. Wicked, the untold true story of the witches of Oz, is landing its New Zealand premiere season at Wellington’s St James Theatre next month. More info at wellingtonnz.com.
Wellington Museum
Tuesday 15 August | 5pm – 8pm | $20
Join Wellington Museum after hours to hear from Wellington sports champions Sandy Cumpstone from Capital Football and Bella Cartman, founder of The White Shorts Podcast. Capital Conversations is a monthly event celebrating icons of Te Whanganui-a-Tara. Tickets include one drink and access to grazing platters. Book now at wellingtonmuseum.nz
Tākina
18 August | 5.15pm-8.30pm | $159
An evening LEGO master class with Brickman! Experience an exclusive tour of the Jurassic World by Brickman exhibition with Brickman himself, followed by a LEGO building masterclass. More at takina.co.nz.
Tākina
19 August | 7.30am-10.00am | $149/$129
Experience an exclusive tour of the Jurassic World by Brickman exhibition with Brickman himself. More at takina.co.nz.
18-19 August | Sky Stadium
Beervana is a mind-bending, palate expanding Beer wonderland. From outrageous brewery displays to the best culinary bites, from exciting live music to weird street performance, there’s something new to discover around every corner! More at beervana.co.nz.
Michael Fowler Centre
Wednesday 23 August
Following their runaway success of 2022 and winning the coveted ARIA for Best Live Act, the beloved children's entertainers The Wiggles are bringing their all-singing, all-dancing stage show, ‘Hello! We're The Wiggles’, back to Wellington.
Wellington Museum
Sunday 27 August | 10am-1pm | Tickets $15 - $20
Join artist Kedron Parker for a talk and walking tour about the stream that inspired her public sound installation Kumutoto Stream. Enjoy a talk and morning tea at Wellington Museum before a short walk to the sound work at Woodward Street. More info at wellingtonmuseum.nz.
2-3 Sept | Various locations
Discover classical music in contemporary Cuba Street culture. Pair your experience of fine music with some of the coolest bars and eateries in Pōneke. classicaloncuba.co.nz
Wellington Museum
Friday 8 September | 7pm | $25
Is Barbie a queer icon? View the iconic doll through rainbow-tinted glasses at Wellington Museum’s book review of Barbie’s Queer Accessories by Erica Rand hosted by Creatif Kate. More info at wellingtonmuseum.nz.
11-17 September
The Māori Language Festival of Wellington – Te Hui Ahurei Reo Māori o Te Whanganui-a-Tara, is returning to the capital this Hepetema. The Festival will celebrate and showcase te reo Māori through the arts. Find out more at tereofest.nz.
Thurs 14 Sept | 5.15pm-8.30pm | $99
Get a team together and test your Jurassic knowledge! Start the evening off with an exclusive tour of the Jurassic World by Brickman Exhibition followed by refreshments and a complimentary beverage. Bring your ‘J’ Game as there are prizes to be won! takina.co.nz.
Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush
Sat 16 Sept 10am–2pm | Free
Discover and celebrate New Zealand’s only native botanic garden at Ōtari Open Day. Get to know our unique collections of native plants, learn more about what goes on behind the scenes of our nursery and get a peek into the Lions Ōtari Conservation Laboratory. There will be guided tours and informational talks in addition to hands-on activities. wellingtongardens.nz.
Wed 20 Sep–Sun 8 Oct | TSB Arena
Enter a portal to another planet with the 2023 World of WearableArt (WOW) Show: BEYOND. For its 33rd iteration, WOW will take place across a three-week season, bringing the TSB Arena stage to life with incredible works of wearable art. More info at worldofwearableart.com.
New
Zealand Opera present (m)Orpheus
The Opera
House
20, 22 & 23 September
A reimagining of Christoph Gluck’s 18th-century masterpiece ‘Orpheus and Eurydice’, (m)Orpheus tells the story of a man willing to risk everything for love but unable to find love in himself. Presented by New Zealand Opera and Black Grace and directed by Neil Ieremia, the collaboration will have a Moana Oceania twist, blending our rich storytelling traditions with the themes of Greek tragedy.
Botanic Garden ki Paekāka
Sun 25 Sept | 10am–2pm | Free
Join the Wellington Dutch Club and Netherlands Embassy to welcome in spring through a day of culture, food and fun. Bring the whole whānau and enjoy a day out with Dutch food among the tulips in the Display Garden. wellingtongardens.nz.
1-8 October | Multiple locations
Te Wiki Kaumātua – Seniors' Week is a series of community events and activities for our older people, all about building connections and reducing social isolation in later life. More info wellington.govt.nz/seniors-week.
Tākina
Tuesday 3 October | 5.15pm-8.30pm | $50/$35
A fun-filled evening for the whole whānau! Start the evening off with an exclusive tour of the Jurassic World by Brickman Exhibition, followed by a Jurassic World movie screening! Dress up Dino-themed or dress down in your PJs for this whānau friendly event. Popcorn and other treats available for purchase from the snack bar. takina.co.nz.
Mon 23 Oct–Sun 5 Nov | Various venues
Experience Wellington’s people, places and stories. wellingtonheritageweek.co.nz.
25-29 Oct | Various locations
Te Whanganui-a-Tara will be abuzz again this October, as the city's beloved Jazz Festival returns with a line-up of exciting international names in jazz and celebrated homegrown musicians. jazzfestival.nz.
4-15 Oct | 9am–4pm
Begonia House, Botanic Garden ki Paekākā | Free
Visit the Wellington Potters' Association's annual Ceramicus exhibition in the Begonia House Foyer. wellingtongardens.nz.
Royal
New Zealand Ballet: Hansel & Gretel
St James
Theatre
26-29 Oct
Follow the breadcrumbs this Christmas, and venture into the fantastical realm of ‘Hansel & Gretel’. Inspired by the old-fashioned magic of silent movies, this ballet will transport you to a magical world with large-scale cinematic effects. With choreography by Loughlan Prior and a score by Claire Cowan, expect a wonderful ballet experience for all ages.
TSB Arena and Shed 6
Sun 29 Oct | 2pm–8.30pm
Sample the colours, tastes, and sounds of India and South-East Asia, with non-stop cultural entertainment, food, and Indian cultural activities. The evening ends with a fireworks display. For details visit wellington.govt.nz/Diwali.
St James Theatre
2-4 Nov
Australia’s famous vaudevillian variety show, Dracula’s, will hit Wellington for the first time ever this November. Following a sold-out season in Australia, the New Zealand tour will combine years of perfected performances into one blockbuster show, set to dazzle and delight.
9-12 Nov | Various venues
Join one of Aotearoa’s best readers and writers festivals with conversations and performances with writers from all over the country. verbwellington.nz.
8-10 Nov | St James Theatre
Semi Permanent Aotearoa is back, connecting world-class talent and global brands with Aotearoa's creative audiences. More info at semipermanent.com.
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