Wellington Cup
Trentham Racecourse
The jewel in Wellington Racing Club’s crown, Wellington Cup Day sees impeccably dressed crowds head to Trentham Racecourse to see the best horses in New Zealand compete for Wellington’s most prestigious horse racing trophy.
Catch the train to races and enjoy a fantastic event!
Held annually in January (usually closest Saturday to Wellington Anniversary Day).
New Zealand Festival
Wellington
On even-numbered years, Wellington welcomes the world of art, performance and music for a fortnight of imagination and inspiration in the New Zealand Festival.
The 2018 New Zealand Festival will be held in Wellington 23rd February - 18th March.
CubaDupa
Cuba Street, Wellington
Wellington’s hippest inner city street hosts a two-day festival of food, music and community. The CubaDupa street festival celebrates the vibrant, bohemian spirit of the world’s coolest little capital.
Held in March annually it is such a fun, interesting event to attend!
Homegrown
Wellington Waterfront
New Zealand music takes centre stage in on the Wellington waterfront for the Jim Beam Homegrown music festival.
A massive line up of artists play at the event and change out each year. Usually held in March/April - be sure to keep your eye out for next year's event.
