Wellington Events

Wellington Cup Carnival
January
Horse racing.
Trentham Racecourse
Website: www.trentham.co.nz

Waitangi Day
6 February
National day of thanksgiving in commemoration of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 between Maori and the British Crown. Cultural celebrations include dancing, music, craft and children's activities.
Waitangi Park
Website: www.wellington.gov.nz

Cuba Street Carnival
February, every odd-numbered year (alternates with NZ International Arts Festival)
New Zealand's largest street festival with a vibrant, global mix of music and dance.
Cuba Street and surrounding area
Website: www.cubacarnival.org.nz

Wellington Jazz Festival
March
Jazz celebration attracting international artists.
Various venues
Website: www.jazzfestival.co.nz

Food Show
May
A smorgasbord of fresh new flavours and tantalising menu ideas.
Westpac Stadium
Website: www.foodshow.co.nz

New Zealand International Film Festival
July-August
Main venue is Embassy Theatre, 10 Kent Terrace
Website: www.enzedff.co.nz

World of Wearable Art Awards Show
September-October
Lines of fashion and art blur in a performance of dance, music and lighting choreography.
The Events Centre, Queen's Wharf
Website: www.worldofwearableart.com

Toast Martinborough Wine, Food and Music Festival
Third Sunday in November
A celebration for wine lovers to sample premium wines plus gourmet food and enjoy great music.
Martinborough
Website: www.toastmartinborough.co.nz