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Experience the magic of a rock festival, without the mud and portaloos.

Aotearoa’s favourite supergroup returns with their annual end of year celebration. In 2026 the Come Together team are embracing the songs, artists and performances that defined the world’s greatest music festivals. From the revolutionary sounds of Woodstock to the modern stages of Glastonbury and Coachella. Take a journey through the music that's shaped those iconic events.   

The show pays tribute to legendary festival performers including Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Queen, U2, The Killers, and more. Come Together’s all-star lineup of New Zealand music talent will take the stage. Jon Toogood, Milan Borich, Jennie Skulander, and Seamus Johnson will be joined by the Come Together band of Jol Mulholland, Brett Adams, Mike Hall, Matthias Jordan, and Alistair Deverick. 

Gather your festival crew, relive some of music’s greatest moments, and close out 2026 with a night of huge anthems, powerhouse performances, and collective nostalgia. The festival spirit is alive and well, minus the rain.

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Where to eat near St James Theatre

Looking for a pre or post-show meal or drink? The St James Theatre is at the heart of Wellington and is surrounded by places to stop off before any event.

A variety of Asian fusion dishes at Chow in Wellington.

Get a taste of Courtenay Place

A hotspot for all things fun and entertainment, there’s plenty to tempt your tastebuds on one of Wellington’s buzziest streets — Courtenay Place.

Modern café interior with hanging pendant lights, a glass food cabinet and a service counter in central Wellington.

New and notable places in Wellington

Treat your tastebuds and find a new place to eat at one of these new cafés, restaurants, and bars in Wellington.

A vinyl record player with a pair of headphones laying on top at Xreeps Record Parlour, a record store in Petone, Lower Hutt, New Zealand.

For the record: Where to buy vinyl in Wellington

Help keep independent music alive with this list of where to get your wax or find your favourite artists.

Two people stroll along Oriental Bay Parade in Wellington holding hands on a sunny day.

Your guide to summer in Wellington

Visit an island, scream in a stadium, or indulge in ice cream. Here’s how to enjoy some of Wellington’s best summer days.

Interior of Hummingbird restaurant in Wellington, with guests seated at a green-tiled bar while a staff member prepares drinks behind the counter, shelves of bottles and glassware illuminated by warm, ambient lighting.

Capital classics: Long-lasting restaurants

Wellington is fortunate to have fantastic restaurants that have stood the test of time. These restaurants and cafés are some of the oldest in Wellington.

A group of three sit at a table inside Ombra near a window. One reaches across the others to grab a plate and they all laugh.

Where to eat, drink, and be merry on Cuba Street

For many, Cuba Street captures the spirit of Wellington. It’s quirky, bustling, and full of creative life.

Three people sit around a table covered in foot plates at Charley Noble. They are clinking wine glasses.

Spoilt for choice — your list of special occasion spots

Got something to celebrate? Or just feeling fancy? Wellington restaurants know how to make you feel special.

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Where to find Wellington’s best burgers

Make a point of visiting a local burger joint for something flavoursome, filling, and fun.

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Crafting your beer experience in Wellington

Wellington’s thriving craft beer industry is filled with successful independent breweries. Many have cellar doors and tap rooms selling directly to the public.