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A person holds a tool applying smoke to the top of a pint of red and yellow beer at Beervana 2023, a beer and food festival in Wellington New Zealand.

Beervana

August 2026Sky Stadium

Three people drinking beer in front of Brewtown sign in Upper Hutt.

Brewtown Upper Hutt

The ultimate destination for craft beer, and food, plus 4,500 square metres devoted to entertainment.

Two people shop for fruit at Moore Wilson's.

Moore Wilson’s

Always-on farmers market Moore Wilson’s is a must-visit for all lovers of good food and drink.

An aerial view of the bustling Habourside Market in Te Aro Wellington. There are tents set up, heaps of colourful produce and many people shopping.

Harbourside Market

Head to the Wellington waterfront and enjoy the sights and flavours of the city’s oldest and most popular market.

A staff member arranging chocolates in the glass cabinet inside The Chocolate Story/

The Chocolate Story

Piles of chocolate bars and decadent bonbons tempt you inside this tiny chocolaterie in Petone.

Long ecposure shot of people walking through Willis lane, underneath Lambton Quay.

Willis Lane

Delve below ground and find a bustling world bursting at the seams with entertainment and places to eat.

Two people sit in the grass with their bicycles lying nearby at Mount Victoria lookout in Wellington, New Zealand with a view of the city centre, the bay and rolling hills in the distance.

Trail and a treat: Outdoor combos in Wellington

The city’s hills, beaches, and trails offer much opportunity to experience nature. Fuel your adventure with a stop-off at one of the excellent eateries offers nearby.

Max Gordy & Stina Persen.

Max Gordy and Stina Persen: a local hospitality guide

Wellington is heaven if you’re a foodie. Husband and wife, Max Gordy and Stina Persen from the award-winning Graze Wine Bar, run down their list of tasty finds.

A silhouetted aerialist hangs upside down from ropes in a smoky, colourless landscape during a performance for the Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts.

Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts

February to March 2026

Two street performers dresses in silver and blue with disco balls on their heads are dancing and waving as a part of the CubaDupa street festival in Wellington.

CubaDupa

March 2026