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.
Wellington’s rainbow community will be celebrating in March across a two-week festival. The theme this year is ‘Honouring the past, building for the future, and celebrating the now’. There’s plenty to be happy about as the festival has grown from a one-day fair 40 years ago into a joyful group of activities. The largest of those is Out in the City in Odlins Plaza on 15 March. Be part of an all-day family-friendly fair event with stalls, stage performances, and delicious food.
Other events include a youth ball, a , a parade, and a picnic. Look out for businesses around the city dressing windows to celebrate the LGBTTQIA+ .
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Wellington city brunch: Start your morning sunny side up
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There are plenty of things to do while you’re in Wellington that won’t cost a cent. Have fun for free while making the most of what the capital has to offer.
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