https://wellington.gen.nz/cubadupa CubaDupa https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-first-artist-talk/ Firsts are always nerve-wracking and exciting! Join us at the Ngā Toi o Te Aro Pā stage for our first time hosting artist talks! We will be joined by Paige,... cubadupa events Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-first-artist-talk/ Cubadupa 2026-03-17T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/news/2026/03/vuw-invites-cubadupa-festivalgoers-to-immersive-arts-sanctuary Ever felt overwhelmed at a festival and needed an escape hatch? This year, Vic Uni is giving you one for CubaDupa—and it’s hiding inside the big red building on Vivian Street. cubadupa events kelburn places vuw education Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/news/2026/03/vuw-invites-cubadupa-festivalgoers-to-immersive-arts-sanctuary Victoria University of Wellington 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/news/2026/03/vic-uni-invites-cubadupa-festivalgoers-to-immersive-arts-sanctuary Ever felt overwhelmed at a festival and needed an escape hatch? This year, Vic Uni is giving you one for CubaDupa—and it’s hiding inside the big red building on Vivian Street. cubadupa events kelburn places vuw education Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/news/2026/03/vic-uni-invites-cubadupa-festivalgoers-to-immersive-arts-sanctuary Victoria University of Wellington 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-unveils-full-lineup-for-28-29-march-2026/ Wellington’s beloved street festival, CubaDupa, today announces its full lineup for 2026, confirming a wave of artists set to transform the Cuba Precinct into a kaleidoscope of music, performance, kai... cubadupa events Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-unveils-full-lineup-for-28-29-march-2026/ Cubadupa 2026-01-28T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/tamatha-paul/ From the balcony at CubaDupa to Newtown Festival – Wellington’s favourite politician DJ newtown cubadupa places events wcnhosted Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/tamatha-paul/ Newtown Festival 2025-12-15T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.seedstofeeds.nz/events/cuba-dupa-festival cubadupa events communitygroups food Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.seedstofeeds.nz/events/cuba-dupa-festival Seeds to Feeds 2025-12-05T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-screen-art-commission-opportunity/ Kia ora CubaDupa whānau! 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The businesses who participate in CubaDupa play a huge role in our festival. *Please note: If you are interested in a stall but... cubadupa events Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/vendor-applications-open-for-cubadupa-2026/ Cubadupa 2025-10-06T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/open-call-for-stages-and-creatives-zones-for-cubadupa-2026/ Kia ora CubaDupa community! We’re opening up Expressions of Interest for venues, collectives, curators and neighbourhood champions to pitch their own stage or creative zone as part of CubaDupa 2026.... cubadupa events Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/open-call-for-stages-and-creatives-zones-for-cubadupa-2026/ Cubadupa 2025-07-29T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-2026-expressions-of-interest-now-open/ We’re excited to announce that CubaDupa 2026 will be held March 28 – 29, 2026! The weekend is sure to be another rockstar event! But first, we must fill the... cubadupa events Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-2026-expressions-of-interest-now-open/ Cubadupa 2025-06-30T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/poneke-finds-collective-joy-at-cubadupa-2025-weekend-highlights/ Wellington’s free street festival where creativity and collaboration collide! On the weekend of 29-30 March, CubaDupa 2025 lit up Pōneke’s Cuba Quarter, filling the colourful streets and parks that define... cubadupa events Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/poneke-finds-collective-joy-at-cubadupa-2025-weekend-highlights/ Cubadupa 2025-04-07T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://wcf.co.nz/blogs/news/cuba-dupa-comes-to-hannahs-courtyard We’re extending our hours this weekend for Cuba Dupa, keeping the doors open till 8pm on Saturday night. More cubadupa events food Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://wcf.co.nz/blogs/news/cuba-dupa-comes-to-hannahs-courtyard Wellington Chocolate Factory 2025-03-25T00:00:00Z -41.2925928 174.7772114 Wellington Chocolate Factory, 5, Eva Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/news/2025/03/cubadupa-2025 CubaDupa showcases Wellington’s cultural scene with standout performances from local acts, including many Te Herenga Waka students and alumni. cubadupa events kelburn places vuw education Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/news/2025/03/cubadupa-2025 Victoria University of Wellington 2025-03-24T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/te-aro-pa/ CubaDupa is proud to work with Te Aro Pā Trust to share the historical background of Te Aro Park (Te Aro Pā) where our Ngā Toi O Te Aro Stage... cubadupa events Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/te-aro-pa/ Cubadupa 2025-03-05T00:00:00Z https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-announces-stellar-lineup-for-its-2025-festival-season/ CubaDupa is thrilled to unveil the dynamic lineup for the 2025 festival, promising a weekend of unparalleled creativity, energy, and joy in the heart of Wellington’s Cuba Street Quarter. The... cubastreet cubadupa places events Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-announces-stellar-lineup-for-its-2025-festival-season/ Cubadupa 2025-01-29T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/taikoza-wellington-2/ Taikoza is a Wellington-based Taiko drumming group that brings the powerful rhythms and spirit of traditional Japanese Taiko to life. Originally formed in Hiroshima in the mid-1980s, the group has been based in Wellington since 1991, performing at iconic festivals and events such as Blossom Valley, CubaDupa, and the annual Lunar New Year Festival. Taikoza’s […] cubadupa events newtown places wcnhosted Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/taikoza-wellington-2/ Newtown Festival 2025-01-20T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/celebrate-summer-on-cuba-street-with-the-cuba-street-summer-series/ Celebrate Summer on Cuba Street with the Cuba Street Summer Series! Get ready, Wellington! The iconic Cuba Street (between Ghuznee and Vivian St) is coming alive over three weekends this... cubastreet places cubadupa events Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/celebrate-summer-on-cuba-street-with-the-cuba-street-summer-series/ Cubadupa 2025-01-02T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/soso/ Tangata Whenua, So&So is a self producing Hip Hop artist and MC from Te Whanganui ā Tara. Coming from one of Wellington’s top HipHop bands, Gallery, So&So is a veteran in the Wellington music scene. He has played a number of New Zealand music Festivals, from Twisted Frequency to Tora Bombora and CubaDupa, and has […] bands cubadupa music performingarts events newtown places wcnhosted Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/soso/ Newtown Festival 2024-12-18T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/vendor-registration-open-for-cubadupa-2025/ Vendor Expressions of Interest are Live for CubaDupa 2025! The businesses who participate in CubaDupa play a huge role in our festival. We are excited to announce that expressions of... cubadupa events Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:48:18 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/vendor-registration-open-for-cubadupa-2025/ Cubadupa 2024-10-08T22:48:18Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/new-festival-director-for-cubadupa-appointed-by-ccat/ Creative Capital Arts Trust is delighted to announce the appointment of our new Festival Director for CubaDupa 2025. As we prepare for another exciting edition of the street festival, we... cubadupa events Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/new-festival-director-for-cubadupa-appointed-by-ccat/ Cubadupa 2024-08-07T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/expressions-of-interest-now-open-for-cubadupa-2025/ Expressions of Interest Now Open for CubaDupa 2025! We’re excited to announce that CubaDupa is back for 2025, and we’re on the hunt for fresh, innovative artistic talent! As New... cubadupa events Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/expressions-of-interest-now-open-for-cubadupa-2025/ Cubadupa 2024-08-07T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/poneke-embraces-its-wild-side-at-cubadupa-2024-weekend-highlights/ Whaea tō Taniwha! Ki te ahurei a CubaDupa! CubaDupa 2024 found the Wild of the capital, and brought the concrete jungle to life! CubaDupa embraced the creative capital of Aotearoa... cubadupa events Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/poneke-embraces-its-wild-side-at-cubadupa-2024-weekend-highlights/ Cubadupa 2024-03-26T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://marypotter.org.nz/news/get-ready-for-cubadupa/ Get ready for CubaDupa with the Kings and Queens of dressing up at our Mary Potter Hospice shop on Cuba Street! cubastreet cubadupa places events Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://marypotter.org.nz/news/get-ready-for-cubadupa/ Mary Potter Hospice 2024-03-18T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand http://wps.wps.org.nz/cubadupa-photography-meetup/ CubaDupa is coming up on the weekend of 23-24 March, and we’re planning a meet up. What’s the plan? We’ll […] cubadupa events photography business communitygroups wcnhosted Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://wps.wps.org.nz/cubadupa-photography-meetup/ Wellington Photographic Society 2024-03-13T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-announces-its-full-line-up-release-for-2024-including-award-winning-artists-the-fresh-choice-street-feast-and-innovative-cultural-spaces/ Whaea tō Taniwha! Ki te ahurei a CubaDupa! Today CubaDupa announces its full programme for 2024. The best free arts festival in Aotearoa is returning again on March 23rd &... cubadupa events Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/cubadupa-announces-its-full-line-up-release-for-2024-including-award-winning-artists-the-fresh-choice-street-feast-and-innovative-cultural-spaces/ Cubadupa 2024-02-27T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/the-2024-artist-spotlight-series-who-shot-scott/ We had the privilege of chatting with Auckland-based alternative artist Zaidoon Nasir, the man behind WHO SHOT SCOTT, an incredibly talented performer playing at this year’s CubaDupa… How would... cubadupa events Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.cubadupa.co.nz/the-2024-artist-spotlight-series-who-shot-scott/ Cubadupa 2024-02-26T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://www.seedstofeeds.nz/events/te-aro-eats After overwhelmingly positive feedback and a heck of a good time, in 2023, Te Aro Eats: Uniting Kai Communities is back for its second year at CubaDupa! Te Aro Eats is a collaborative and interactive dining experience where you are invited to connect with fellow diners, volunteer in the meal mahi, and take time to enjoy the delicious kai that has been created to show what is possible when we mahi together. Brought to life by the volunteers and staff at Seeds to Feeds, Everybody Eats, The Free Store, Wellington Timebank, Kaibosh Food Rescue, and with the support of Kaicycle, BGI (Wellington Boys and Girls Institute), Neighbours Aotearoa, Commonsense Organics and Wellington City Council. Saturday: 12 pm - 2 pm | 4 pm - 6 pm Sunday: 12 pm - 2 pm Each session open to all This meal is designed to showcase how our community-focused organisations operate and welcome volunteers. This will be inclusive (easily catering to vegetarians, vegans, gluten intolerances, and allergies), and created to share the story of our kai and our people. Admission is by koha, either monetary or with time or resources towards the mahi. While dining you will be encouraged to meet the guests dining with you, to connect and share stories. We will have activities that create moments of fun, excitement and conversation. We can not wait to welcome you into this special space and share some delicious community kai with you. cubadupa wcc events government communitygroups food Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.seedstofeeds.nz/events/te-aro-eats Seeds to Feeds 2024-02-25T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand https://capitalmag.co.nz/2024/01/26/wellingtons-festivals-in-photos/ With Wellington's festival season just on the horizon, we take a look at some snaps of previous festival fun to get you in party spirit. The post Wellington’s festivals in photos appeared first on Capital Magazine. cubadupa events photography business media Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://capitalmag.co.nz/2024/01/26/wellingtons-festivals-in-photos/ Capital Magazine 2024-01-25T00:00:00Z -41.2937917 174.7754336 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand