https://wellington.gen.nz/events/geotagged Geotagged Events newsitems https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/newtown-festival-2027-volunteer-sign-up/ Would you like to be part of the Newtown Festival crew? Clink the link below and sign up to become a Newtown Festival 2027 volunteer! newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/newtown-festival-2027-volunteer-sign-up/ Newtown Festival 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/newtown-festival-2026-feedback/ Did you enjoy Newtown Festival 2026? Tell us your thoughts – Fill in the form by April 3rd and go in the draw to win a merch pack! newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/newtown-festival-2026-feedback/ Newtown Festival 2026-03-25T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand 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.newtownfestival.org.nz/important-information-for-newtown-festival/ Newtown Festival celebrates coming together with our community to support each other and one of our most colourful suburbs If you need information, have accessibility needs or require first aid, our team is here to help. Take a moment to check out some info to help get the most out of your day – see […] newtown places events wcnhosted Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/important-information-for-newtown-festival/ Newtown Festival 2026-03-05T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/international-womens-day-parade/ This Newtown Festival is also International Women’s Day! We have many women performing on the day, as well as the many women working hard to make Newtown Festival happen (including our festival runners Emi Pogoni and Anna Wooles and longtime team members Rhona Carson and Anna Kemble Welch). We are so excited to celebrate International […] newtown places events wcnhosted Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/international-womens-day-parade/ Newtown Festival 2026-03-02T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/the-stalls-list-for-2026-has-been-published/ There are over 435 stalls and activities lining the streets of Newtown, and every one of them is listed with details of what they’re selling, the community information they’re providing or the activity they have organised for you to take part in. Take time to read through what’s on offer, pick your favourites and plan […] newtown places events wcnhosted Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/the-stalls-list-for-2026-has-been-published/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-28T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/popperz-dance-studios/ POPPERZ DANCE STUDIOS is a established danced academy in Lower Hutt. We build a strong dance foundation for kids in different dance styles. We teach different styles of dance including Bollywood, Tamil, Urban and Freestyle. Our aim is to keep the students happier through dance and make them a good dancer. Dance is not only […] lower-hutt huttvalley places newtown events wcnhosted Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/popperz-dance-studios/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-25T00:00:00Z -41.2125751 174.9057626 Lower Hutt, Lower Hutt City, Wellington, 5010, New Zealand https://www.friendsoftepapa.org.nz/event/members-discount-lunar-new-year-at-te-papa/ Experience an intimate Lunar New Year celebration at Te Papa with a three-course dinner, fine wine, cultural ambience, and exclusive harbour views of the fireworks display. Celebrate the magic of Lunar New Year with […] te-papa museumsandgalleries art communitygroups events Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.friendsoftepapa.org.nz/event/members-discount-lunar-new-year-at-te-papa/ Friends of Te Papa 2026-02-21T00:00:00Z -41.2903326 174.78192750276241 Te Papa, 55, Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/archie-brothers-holey-moley/ Archie Brothers & Holey Moley joins Newtown Festival We are bringing the fun to the festival! Holey Moley is taking over with a pop-up mini golf hole, so you can sink the putt and score yourself an epic prize. Archie Brother’s will be dishing out FREE popcorn to keep you fueled, plus we are setting […] newtown places events wcnhosted Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/archie-brothers-holey-moley/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-16T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/newtown-sport-bar/ Bigbada Boom Sound System and Third Eye HiFi present Proto-Megazoid (A Sound System Combined) a one of a kind sound system collaboration landing at Newtown Sports Bar for Newtown Fest 2026. Two sound systems from two worlds unite: the reggae queen sound of Hineraiona Bigbada Boom meets the all-powerful electronic force of Third Eye HiFi, […] newtown places events wcnhosted Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/newtown-sport-bar/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-13T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/nicole-maisey/ Nicole Maisey is a circus performer that has spent the last eight years entertaining crowds all across New Zealand, Australia and Europe. She has performed in Big Top tents, on a sailing boat and in numerous theatres and now will be bringing her show to the streets of Newtown! Get ready for dangerous stunts and […] newtown places events wcnhosted Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/nicole-maisey/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-12T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/circus-hub-students-2/ Come along and watch a collection of Circus Hub students showcase what they’ve been learning in class. Featuring a mix of first time performers and Circus Hub regulars, there is something here for everyone! Who knows, you may even be inspired to come and try a circus class yourself – right here at our Newtown […] newtown places events wcnhosted Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/circus-hub-students-2/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-12T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/capoeira-resistencia/ Started in 2008 by Mestre Bira, Capoeira Resistencia is a Newtown based club that practices both Regional and Angola style Capoeira. newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/capoeira-resistencia/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-11T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://wellingtonfolkfestival.org.nz/2026/02/05/wellyfest-notice-of-2026-agm/ Wellyfest – AGM Sunday 1 March 2026 2 pm Upstairs at The Office Bar, 124 Riddiford Street, Newtown The AGM will be held on Sunday 1st March. Location: Upstairs at The Office Bar, 124 Riddiford Street, Newtown. Kicking off at 2 pm. Calling Nominees Would you like to share your voice and mahi on our Committee … Continue reading Wellyfest – notice of 2026 AGM newtown places events music performingarts Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://wellingtonfolkfestival.org.nz/2026/02/05/wellyfest-notice-of-2026-agm/ Wellington Folk Festival 2026-02-05T00:00:00Z -41.2393894 174.9793941 Brookfield Outdoor Education Center, 562, Moores Valley Road, Homedale, Lower Hutt, Lower Hutt City, Wellington, 5373, New Zealand https://www.vogelmorn.nz/vogelmorn-events/fringe-festival-petit-choux-vogelmorn-upstairs Petit ChouX is a French-born Pōneke-based singer- songwriter who weaves romance and reflection into her music. fringe events brooklyn places communitygroups Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.vogelmorn.nz/vogelmorn-events/fringe-festival-petit-choux-vogelmorn-upstairs Vogelmorn Community Group 2026-02-04T00:00:00Z -41.31417945 174.76434324013633 Vogelmorn Bowling Club, Mornington Road, Brooklyn, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand https://www.vogelmorn.nz/vogelmorn-events/fringe-festival-safa-vogelmorn-upstairs SAFA is a global musical storyteller based in Aotearoa whose multilingual, culturally rooted music comes alive in captivating live performances that blend voice, looper, flutes, hand drums, accordion, and more—inviting all ages to a free show that speaks across cultures. fringe events brooklyn places communitygroups Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.vogelmorn.nz/vogelmorn-events/fringe-festival-safa-vogelmorn-upstairs Vogelmorn Community Group 2026-02-04T00:00:00Z -41.31417945 174.76434324013633 Vogelmorn Bowling Club, Mornington Road, Brooklyn, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/11-constable-st-stage/ The Constable Street Stage is one of the more eclectic stages at Newtown Festival. Run by Scott Oaks and Eddy Kerr-Hislop their aim is to introduce you to many genres and different sounds. Crossing sonic boundaries we aim to showcase our carefully picked virtuosi artists from Newtown and beyond. From pop to metal, there will be […] newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/11-constable-st-stage/ Newtown Festival 2026-02-04T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.friendsoftepapa.org.nz/event/members-exclusive-breathe-mauri-ora/ Your Invitation to an Exclusive Curators Talk and Viewing of Breathe | Mauri Ora! An immersive journey into nature designed by Marshmellow Laser Feast Friends of Te Papa are delighted […] te-papa museumsandgalleries art communitygroups events Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.friendsoftepapa.org.nz/event/members-exclusive-breathe-mauri-ora/ Friends of Te Papa 2026-02-02T00:00:00Z -41.2903326 174.78192750276241 Te Papa, 55, Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/hosts-of-airhorn-2/ Lesa and Zach are two standup comedians with multiple accolades to their name (mostly Lesa) who co-produce and co-host the alt-comedy extravaganza Airhorn! at the Newtown Community Centre. Airhorn is a celebration of comedy and community that recently won the 2025 best regular show and 2025 most innovative show at the Wellies. They’ll be bringing […] newtown places events wcnhosted Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/hosts-of-airhorn-2/ Newtown Festival 2026-01-29T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 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://wellingtonfolkfestival.org.nz/2025/12/20/seeking-guest-applications-for-wellyfest-2026/ We need great talent to perform, host workshops and lead our dance programme for the 2026 Wellington Folk Festival. If you’d like to be in the programme in any of these capacities (or know people who might), here is a link to our online application form: Guest applications for the 2026 Festival (23 -26 October … Continue reading Seeking guest applications for Wellyfest 2026 events music performingarts Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://wellingtonfolkfestival.org.nz/2025/12/20/seeking-guest-applications-for-wellyfest-2026/ Wellington Folk Festival 2025-12-19T00:00:00Z -41.2393894 174.9793941 Brookfield Outdoor Education Center, 562, Moores Valley Road, Homedale, Lower Hutt, Lower Hutt City, Wellington, 5373, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/manisah-2/ Newtown-born Manisah is a DJ known for playful, well-curated sets that balance groove, rhythm, and feel-good energy. Her selections move through spectrums of house and tracks from around the world, blending sounds that feel both fresh and familiar. With a strong sense of flow, she builds sets that invite people in. Whether listeners come to […] newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/manisah-2/ Newtown Festival 2025-12-17T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/rugby/ Noise funk laser beam jam sandwich, experimental (mental) dog rock band. Hi we are Rugby. We have come out of the depths of Newtown with crash cymbals, jokes and coherent musical ideas. We love to play music and we love to have you listen to it. Dancing is optional but we’ll tickle you with the […] newtown dogs rugby places animals sport events wcnhosted Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/rugby/ Newtown Festival 2025-12-17T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/2026-programme-announcement/ We are incredibly proud to unveil the lineup for the upcoming Newtown Festival! Heartfelt thanks to our dedicated collaborators for their mahi in bringing you this bill. The Newtown community and the creative community have come together to produce yet another stacked and jam-packed lineup showcasing many talented artists from Newtown and beyond. A huge […] newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/2026-programme-announcement/ Newtown Festival 2025-12-17T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/wellyputt/ WIN FREE MINI GOLF FOR A YEAR! We’ve joined the circus! Wellington’s highest-rated mini golf experience, WellyPutt are heading out and joining the party! Their carnival themed mini-golf hole will be out on the streets of Newtown, giving you the chance to win big! So step right up and test your skills with WellyPutt, and […] newtown places events wcnhosted Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/wellyputt/ Newtown Festival 2025-12-17T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand https://citygallery.org.nz/curator-lecture-andrea-schlieker-on-cornelia-parker/ In October 2026, City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi will reopen with the first major Aotearoa exhibition by celebrated British artist, Cornelia Parker. exhibitions lecture art events museumsandgalleries Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://citygallery.org.nz/curator-lecture-andrea-schlieker-on-cornelia-parker/ City Gallery 2025-12-17T00:00:00Z -41.28844155 174.77725074851375 Wellington City Gallery, Civic Square, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, 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.newtownfestival.org.nz/goldenchild/ Goldenchild is surprising and unexpected. Honest songs spanning genres from driving pop-punk rhythms, lush acoustic melodies, and dense funk grooves. Based in the greatest city on earth (Wellington) our unlikely crew Matt – Bass, Chuck – Drums, Mo – Vocals, and Ash – Keys/Trumpet) are proud to make our debut at Newtown Festival East Stage! newtown places events wcnhosted Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.newtownfestival.org.nz/goldenchild/ Newtown Festival 2025-12-15T00:00:00Z -41.3110524 174.7780368 Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand