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    • New Zealand Poetry Slam: Wellington Regional Heats | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Wellington’s road to the 2026 New Zealand Poetry Slam Championships begins here! Now in our 16th year of bringing poetry to the mic, we’re back with four heats this September. Across four heats, poets from across the region will take to the mic with three minutes, their own original words, and a room full of people ready to listen. Whether you’re a seasoned slam poet, trying it for the first time, or have only ever read your poems to your bedroom walls, we want to hear what you’ve got.

    • New Zealand Poetry Slam: Wellington Regional Heats | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Wellington’s road to the 2026 New Zealand Poetry Slam Championships begins here! Now in our 16th year of bringing poetry to the mic, we’re back with four heats this September. Across four heats, poets from across the region will take to the mic with three minutes, their own original words, and a room full of people ready to listen. Whether you’re a seasoned slam poet, trying it for the first time, or have only ever read your poems to your bedroom walls, we want to hear what you’ve got.

    • New Zealand Poetry Slam: Wellington Regional Heats | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Wellington’s road to the 2026 New Zealand Poetry Slam Championships begins here! Now in our 16th year of bringing poetry to the mic, we’re back with four heats this September. Across four heats, poets from across the region will take to the mic with three minutes, their own original words, and a room full of people ready to listen. Whether you’re a seasoned slam poet, trying it for the first time, or have only ever read your poems to your bedroom walls, we want to hear what you’ve got.

    • The Weather Machine | Album Release | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Local indie rockers The Weather Machine released their 5th studio album back in May, but as the band's members have been traveling and playing music overseas to beat the winter blues, they haven't yet gathered with their Pōneke home community to celebrate - so they decided it was time to change that! Come join the band on Sunday August 16th at the Vogelmorn Bowling Club for an early evening set, a rare rock gig where you'll be home by bedtime! Enjoy the lyrical, heartfelt, dance-inducing indie rock of The Weather Machine to help see you through to the end of this winter season. Doors 3:30pm | Music from 4:30pm Get your tickets here.

    • Niko Ne Zna | Live at Vogelmorn Hall
      • Niko Ne Zna returns to Vogelmorn Hall for an unforgettable Saturday night of explosive brass, infectious rhythms, delicious food, and music that's impossible to sit still to. Drawing inspiration from the rich musical traditions of Serbia, Macedonia, Romania, Greece, and beyond, Niko Ne Zna combines soaring brass, driving percussion, passionate multilingual vocals, and original compositions to create a spectacular live experience. Featuring two trumpets, soprano saxophone, tenor and bass trombones, sousaphone, traditional Balkan bass drum (tapan), snare drum, and powerhouse vocalist Nikkie Rich, the band delivers an exhilarating performance that will have you dancing from the first note to the last. Get your tickets here.

    • Rowena Wise | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • This spring, Rowena Wise makes her long-awaited New Zealand debut, bringing an intimate solo show across the motu for the first time. With just voice and guitar, Rowena’s songs hit with a rare kind of clarity - tender, point-blank, and unafraid of the quietest truths.

    • Katelyn Henshall EP Release | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Katelyn Henshall fuses pop, R&B, and soul into something uniquely her own. Fronting the genre of what she claims to be whiskey lounge soul, Katelyn and her band are excited to share live performances from their debut EP, A Lil Somethin' Somethin'. Support from Ari Leason and Jeline!

    • Too Many Chiefs | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • In their only Wellington show this year, Too Many Chiefs return to Vogelmorn Upstairs. Three songwriters argue over headline billing, playing order, and whose shout it is, while talking about themselves and playing their self-selected ‘Greatest Hits’.

    • Nicky by Nicky & Grayson Gilmour | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Fearless dream pop soloist Nicky by Nicky launches his new album ‘Image Search’. This will be his first Te Whanganui-a-Tara solo show. Expect is a reverb-drenched bath of sound with bursts of autotune, raw lyrics and crafted pop songs at it’s core. Co-headlining is Grayson Gilmour; award-winning song writer, film score composer and So So Modern member.

    • Romi Wrights 'Andy' Listening Session | Vogelmorn Hall
      • You are invited to join us in celebration of Romi Wrights album release 'Andy'. We will be listening to the album front to back together from 6:30pm. Please RSVP to let us know you will be there as there is limited capacity. Time: Doors open 6:00pm | Playback 6.30pm | End 8.30pm Cost: Free with RSVP below. Attendance is strictly limited. Ticket: Book here. Listen & Pre-order Album: Andy by Romi Wrights | Bandcamp

    • Battle of the Banjos | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Vogelmorn Upstairs is shaping up to be a five-string showdown between your favourite banjo-slinging bands. Each band brings remarkable talent and a unique sound, but only one lucky plucker will be crowned champion of Battle of the Banjos. Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 6:30pm | Gig starts: 7:00pm Get your tickets here.

    • Nyingje Trust: Community Fundraiser Sing-along | Vogelmorn Hall
      • Join us for a fun and vibrant afternoon of singing. We’ll be lead by 5 wonderful song leaders. It’ll be songs you know and a song book to guide you if you don’t ! Nyingje is a Tibetan word. It means compassion. Compassion is the wish for beings to be free from sufferings. The Nyingje Trust, established in 2016, is a registered charitable trust and operates from Wellington, raising funds for the Tibetan Refugee Settlement in Mundgod, India. The money we’ve already raised has helped to build a school library, four wharepaku, and a tailoring room. It’s also helped to build a well for the community, pay for dog neutering and supplied school books to the children. Your presence and putea can help to build the next project! COST: $10 | Please pay in cash when you arrive KAI: We’ll have afternoon tea provided - homemade biscuits, tea & coffee MORE INFO: Nyingje Charitable Trust Facebook Page

    • Pōneke Promotion Crash Course | Vogelmorn Bowling Club
      • Have you ever wanted to throw a musical event but aren’t sure how to do it? We have an educational initiative for you. Introducing: the Pōneke Promotion Crash Course. Presented by Casper de Wit (Ghost Media), Martyn Pepperell and a selection of special guests, this 2-day educational seminar at Vogelmorn Bowling Club on July 18/19th is designed to empower you and arm you with the tools to organise your own gigs, parties, shows, club nights, shindigs and raves. Drawing on a deep tradition of DIY culture in Aotearoa’s music scene, Martyn and Casper will be sharing experience, insights and knowledge, alongside a deep bench of music industry specialists from a range of backgrounds. In line with the Wellington City Council’s objective of galvanising the city’s well established live music scene, our goal from this seminar is to inspire a new generation of event runners and inject even more life and confidence into the capital’s thriving musical ecosystem. This event is completely free, but numbers are strictly limited and we are looking for the right candidates. If you’re interested, email ghostmedianz@gmail.com with a short paragraph about who you are and what you do (or what you seek to do).

    • Ordish Presents: Vogelmorn's Best Quiz | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Secure a spot, bring your A-game, and jump in for fun, friendly (but competitive!) night of trivia. Register: Flick an email to ordishquiz@gmail.com to book your team’s table Time: Happy Hour 3-6pm | Quiz start 7:00pm Teams: Max 6 people per team Cost: $5 per person, or $30 for a 6 member team (bring cash!) This is a reoccurring event on the last Thursday of every second month!

    • The Last Alien Stand-up Comedy Ever | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • After seven years of Alien Comedy (mostly at Moon Bar) we will be heading to Vogelmorn Bowling Club for our final show ever on Thursday 2 July 2026 at 7:30pm! If you like watching an assortment of Stand-up comedians while enjoying beverages, then Alien Comedy is for you. Join the cult following, it's Wellington's second longest running Comedy Show, first Thursday of every month. Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 7:00pm | Gig starts: 7:30pm Cost: $10.00. Get your ticket at Eventfinda or at the door on the night.

    • D.I.R.T. | Vogelmorn
      • D.I.R.T. [Disaster Innovation Research & Teaching] meets monthly at Vogelmorn Bowling Club. In June, we are going to look at the WREMO (Wellington Regional Emergency Management Office) information about Brooklyn, which hasn’t been done since 2019 and really needs to be updated - you might have noticed a few relevant things happen since then. This information is part of the Community Hub kit which lives at Brooklyn School and will also be added to the DIRT kit in our container. It covers the assets we have in our area along things that might be particular risks or challenges for us in an emergency. We will kick off the DIRT book club too - so suggest the books that you’ve found good in relation to thinking about, preparing for, or just having a fun read about disaster and disruption. We can compare and share what we’ve learned and enjoyed. Check out the Facebook Event here.

    • Barbarian Presents: Arts Whānau Coffee Morning
      • Nau mai, haere mai! Me inu kāwhe tātou, me kōrero tātou i tō tātou mahi toi! Come join Barbarian at our home in the Vogelmorn Bowling Club, to connect with fellow artists and arts collaborators. Coffee’s on us! First Friday of every month. Check out the Facebook Event.

    • Matariki & Puanga | Whānau Reading Morning | Vogelmorn Cafe
      • We’re marking Matariki & Puanga with a cosy morning of reading at the Vogelmorn Community Cafe - and you’re warmly invited. There’ll be free fluffies + biscuits, and the cafe will be cosy and warm. We’ve got a fresh stash of children’s books that explore Matariki, Puanga, te Ao Māori, and voices from Aotearoa - perfect for tamariki and the young at heart!

    • Ebony Lamb & Gram Antler | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • EBONY LAMB and GRAM ANTLER return home from Tokyo this winter for a sweet 5-date tour of New Zealand at some of their favourite venues. Performing as a duo and releasing Gram Antler's long awaited debut album 'Novel Lover' alongside Ebony's beloved catalogue of original work and road-testing new creations inspired since relocating to Japan in 2025. Don't miss this double headline performance as they traverse their own personal musical landscapes together, sliding the screen open for the audience to share in a night of intimate songwriting, atmospheric harmonies and the strong audience rapport they are renowned for. Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 7:00pm | Gig starts: 7:45pm Get your tickets here.

    • The Hectet Presents: 'French Politics' | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Political betrayal; disaffected youth; distant peace; walls that separate us; cynical attempts to soothe the public; the feeling of being soothed; the presence or absence of a political will... These are important aspects of our daily lives in Aotearoa that are seldom talked about. French Politics is Hector McLachlan's third album of original music, following on from 'Here Comes The Hectet' (2025) and 'Forest Music' (2018), and he has also prepared some new compositions that will be debuted on the night. Hector's creative practice is rooted in deep listening and historical materialism, informing a varied and multi-disciplinary output. Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 6:00pm | Gig starts: 7:00pm Get your tickets here.

    • SIT DOWN AND PARTY: A Submissions Party | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Join us at Vogelmorn Upstairs to learn about the 'Move-on Orders' Bill and the 'Definitions of Woman and Man' Bill. Come together to write submissions in solidarity with our street community and trans and non-binary community. Slam poetry from Teirangi. Words from Stevie & Rowan. Music from Te KuraHuia. Support from yeah, nah bills. Submissions by you. Koha entry | Just rock up | BYO laptop / device if you have one.

    • “What you say next might change your world” | An NVC taster session | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • “What you say next could change your world.” — Marshall Rosenberg Will it? There’s only one way to find out. If you’re curious about being honest without judgment, understanding what people are really trying to say, or exploring the power of empathy, this practical introduction to Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is for you. In this interactive two-hour workshop, you'll experiment with new ways of communicating, gain practical tools you can use straight away, and discover what might change when we start relating to ourselves and others differently. You might even have fun along the way. Purchase your spot here - pay what you can.

    • Mehana | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Mehana is celebrating 10 years of bringing Balkan music to Wellington and is thrilled to be playing this iconic venue for the very first time. Expect a vibrant mix of Balkan sounds, from soulful and haunting melodies to high-energy dance tunes that will get you moving. Inspired by Roma musical traditions and enriched by our own original compositions, Mehana creates a unique and unforgettable live experience. Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 7:00pm | Gig starts: 7:30pm Get your tickets!

    • Wellington Heads | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Capital city band Wellington Heads will be playing their blend of original jump blues and swing, 40s / 50s rhythm & blues styles and including Hawaiian sounds, Caribbean beats, and funky New Orleans grooves. Playing songs from their recent album ‘World Keep On Turning’ as well as a bunch of tunes from their extensive back catalogue. Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 7:00pm | Gig starts: 7:30pm Get your tickets!

    • Amanda Millyclown | Vogelmorn Upstairs
      • Holding space in her one-of-a-kind solo performance with both humility and confidence, Amanda Millyclown is a wildcard performer. A multi-instrumentalist, multi-tasking artist, with background in circus, improvisational theatre, acting, composition, film, production, poetry, beekeeping, and parenting. Come and enjoy thought provoking comedic poetry, live piano, fascinating and unexpected life stories, shared in an intimate setting with very comfortable seats! Bar open: 3:00pm | Doors open: 6:30pm | Gig starts: 7:00pm Get your tickets here!

    • Ozone Theatre Presents: OCEAN WEEK | Vogelmorn Hall | Free!
      • What about the Ocean are you interested in? Come and play some games while learning about Ocean Dynamics! This Ocean Week workshop series is going to be a collective and creative celebration of the Ocean. Come bring your questions and your creativity and we can build the answers together. No need to RSVP. Just rock up! Drop in workshops from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Monday 8 June - Friday 12 June. Ozone Theatre is a science communication and community engagement platform to explore planetary and climate dynamics through theatre and creativity. More Info: www.instagram.com/ozonetheatre Get in touch: oscar@ozonetheatre.com / 0224923280

    • Aotearoa Irish for Justice and Peace Hui | Vogelmorn Downstairs
      • Come along and join our June hui to take a look back at the year and plan future activities. Aotearoa Irish for Justice and Peace is a space for those who identify with Muintir na hÉireann / the people of Ireland and our heritage, grounded in promotion of human rights, justice and peace building. We stand in solidarity with those suffering from injustice today, with an initial focus on Palestine noting the consistent and long-standing support of the Irish people and government for Palestine. Contact us at aotearoairish@proton.me

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