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An outdoor stage at Ultra Worldwide Music Festival in Melbourne, Australia, with huge screens, speakers, and a packed cheering audience.

Influential music festival brings big beats to the waterfront.

It’s entertained fans across six continents. Now, for the first time, Ultra Music Festival is coming to New Zealand. Arguably one of the most recognisable brands in electronic dance music, Ultra is coming to Wellington for an exclusive stop-off. Known for delivering an epic combination of electronic music talent and impressive stage productions, the festival will take place along the capital’s picturesque waterfront on Friday, 10 April 2026. 

The one-day festival will span three world-class stages, with a fourth dedicated to local drum and bass artists. Along with Wellington’s calm autumn weather, Ultra is expected to attract up to 20,000 people from across the country, as well as Australia and beyond. 

The confirmed phase one artists are The Chainsmokers, DJ Snake, Zedd, Darren Styles, Nico Moreno, Oliver Heldens, Marlo, & Miss Monique.

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Three friends enjoy food and drinks al fresco at St Johns Bar on Wellington's Waterfront.

Alfresco in the city

There’s a reason why they say you can’t beat Wellington on a good day. When it’s one of those days, the capital has a great selection of outside dining options.

Two friends enjoy iced coffees on the exterior seating at Pour & Twist on a sunny day.

Capital cool: Iced coffee in Wellington

Whatever way you serve it, Wellingtonians love their coffee. Here’s where to stay cool, calm, and caffeinated in the capital.

Outside the Wellington Chocolate Factory, 2 people stand enjoying a coffee. A large black wall is to the left with the business name on it.

24 hours in Wellington

If you’ve only got a day in Wellington and want to get a feel of what the city is like – get ready for a whirlwind tour of tastes, sights, and sounds. If you don’t fit everything in, you can always come back for more.

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.

View of Courtenay place from Dirty Little Secret rooftop bar.

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.

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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.

A bartender at Ascot pours a sangio. Large mirrors on the wall behind them reflect outside, and the sign hangs above their head.

Hidden bars of Wellington (and how to find them)

Up a flight of winding stairs or down a laneway, these are Wellington’s best-kept secret bars.

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Shop sustainably — secondhand fashion in Wellington

Find your next favourite piece at these curated op shops, consignment stores, and all-around treasure troves.

Four colourful cocktails lined up on the counter at Crumpet, a bar located on Manners Street in Te Aro, Wellington.

Mix it up at Wellington’s cocktail bars

Shaken or stirred, the capital’s bartenders know how to make a mean cocktail.

A person chats with friends over coffee and pastries at Floriditas.

Wellington city brunch: Start your morning sunny side up

Wellington is a city that takes its mid-morning meal seriously. Whether you’re in the mood for eggs just the way you like them, a vegan feast, or a sweet treat, you’ll find a meal to suit your cravings.