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๐Ÿ WellyBuzz: ANZAC Magic, Secret Eats & 50+ Epic Events

Your quick fix for what to eat, see, and do this long weekend in Wellington.

Kia ora Pลneke!

Itโ€™s ANZAC weekend โ€” a time to pause, reflect, and maybe sneak in a cheeky scone. With school holidays wrapping up and crisp autumn days ahead, itโ€™s a good one for both dawn services and daytime adventures.

P.S. Happy Birthday Dad! ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ”ฅ Quick Picks This Weekend

โ€ข ๐Ÿฐ Wrights Hill Fortress โ€“ Explore 620m of WWII tunnels, one day only.
โ€ข ๐ŸŒŒ ลŒtari Night Walk (Free Event) โ€“ Glow worms, birdsong and bugs under the stars.
โ€ข ๐ŸŽญ Give Way โ€“ The Musical โ€“ Hilarious Kiwi satire about road rule chaos.
โ€ข ๐ŸŽจ ANZAC Whฤnau Day at Pukeahu (Free Event) โ€“ Crafts, scavenger hunts and stories for tamariki.
โ€ข ๐ŸŽง K MotionZ at Shed 6 โ€“ Drum & bass heavyweight returns with a 360ยฐ rave experience.
โ€ข๐ŸŽค Ben Elton Live โ€“ Comedy legend returns with his new show Authentic Stupidity.

๐Ÿ”ฅ In This Weekโ€™s Buzz

๐Ÿพ Pet of the Week - Meet River the Labradoodle
๐Ÿ’• Extra Sprinkles โ€“ Letโ€™s give Wellingtonโ€™s unsung hospitality heroes their moment โ€” nominate a top FOH legend for NZโ€™s Sommelier Top 100.
๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Wellyโ€™s Time Machine โ€“ Last stop for Wellingtonโ€™s trams
๐ŸŒŸ Local Legends โ€“ Two small biz gems worth your support
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food & Drink โ€“ Four buzzworthy bites to try
๐ŸŽ‰ Events โ€“ Whatโ€™s on in Wellington this weekend
๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Welly Weather Watch โ€“ Mostly sunny skies, light winds, and a few scattered showers to round out the weekend.

๐Ÿพ Pet of the Week - River the Labradoodle

Morning mission: secure cheese, sunshine, and smiles from strangers. River the Labradoodle has it sorted. ๐Ÿถ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿง€

A nearly 4-year-old bundle of fluff, River lives with her hooman Fiona and loves apples, cheese, and beach runs. Sheโ€™s happiest trotting through the city with her hooman, flashing smiles at strangers (and getting them right back). Here she is heading to Midnight Espresso for a well-earned coffee stroll. Happy days!

Stay tuned for our next adorable pet star!

๐Ÿ’• Extra Sprinkles โ€“ ๐ŸทLetโ€™s Put Wellingtonโ€™s Front of House Stars on the Map!

Wellingtonโ€™s food scene is ๐Ÿ”ฅ โ€” and itโ€™s not just the chefs behind the magic. Our city is full of incredible front-of-house heroes making every dining experience memorable. Now itโ€™s time they got the spotlight they deserve.

The Top 100 Sommeliers NZ 2025 nominations are open โ€” and we want to show Auckland how itโ€™s done. You donโ€™t need formal credentials โ€” if youโ€™re part of the Front of House team serving beverages (think wine, cocktails, pairings, bartending or leading service), youโ€™re eligible.

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Nominate your favourite FOH rockstars here:
https://www.instagram.com/top100sommeliers_nz
๐Ÿ“… Nominations close: June 30

Letโ€™s back our hospo heroes โ€” and flood the list with Wellington excellence! ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Wellyโ€™s Time Machine

In 1964, Wellingtonโ€™s last electric tram rolled down Lambton Quay to mark the end of an era. Tram No. 252 carried a final crowd, banners flying. Today, echoes of those tracks live on in tunnels and stories.

Wellingtonโ€™s last tram service - 1964

๐ŸŒŸ Local Legends

Wanda Harland โ€“ 148 Jackson Street, Petone

A Petone favourite blending indie spirit with impeccable taste. Expect clever Kiwiana gifts, fun fashion, and design-led homeware you didnโ€™t know you needed.

Wanda Harland - 148 Jackson Street, Petone

Good House Keeping โ€“ 305 Cuba Street, Wellington.

This Cuba Street eco-store champions sustainability with a strong focus on recyclable, biodegradable, and earth-friendly products. From everyday cleaning essentials to unique gift ideas, theyโ€™re all about making greener choices easy.

Good House Keeping - 305 Cuba Street

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food & Drink

๐ŸŒŠ The Boat โ€“ Cafรฉ & Bar - 139A Oriental Parade

Floating just off Oriental Bay, The Boat is one of Wellingtonโ€™s most iconic spots โ€” yes, itโ€™s open, and thriving! Since taking the helm in 2023, Anthony, together with his partner, have transformed the vibe, the view, and the food. Expect epic seaside brunches and desserts with a view thatโ€™ll stop you mid-bite. A hidden gem in plain sight. You can view their delicious menu here.

๐ŸŒŠ The Boat โ€“ Cafรฉ & Bar - 139A Oriental Parade

Orange Cafe โ€“ 268 Cuba St

Retro charm, legendary scones, and excellent espresso all come together at this cheerful Cuba St favourite, helmed by owner Ai Yamaguchi. Known for its bright orange dรฉcor, warm vibes, and unbeatable weekend snacks (plus dogs are welcome!), itโ€™s the kind of place where locals linger and visitors feel instantly at home.

Orange Cafe - 268 Cuba St

Macha, Jom Tapau! โ€“ 160 Victoria St

New to town and already a fave โ€” serving up street food flavours like nasi lemak and kaya toast, this Malaysian street food joint is all about big flavours and takeaway fun. Check out their yummy menu here.

Macha, Jom Tapau - 160 Victoria St

Beach House & Kiosk โ€“ 410 The Esplanade, Island Bay.

Island Bay's seaside treasure. Grab a table by the waves and tuck into brunch with sea views and salty air. Hereโ€™s their very tempting menu. Also, make sure not to miss their tucked-away Green House Store โ€” a peaceful little oasis with plants, pottery, crystals, books, jams, and Shelly Bay Baker bread (Friโ€“Sun). Perfect for a post-brunch wander.

Beach House & Kiosk - 410 The Esplanade, Island Bay.

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๐ŸŽญ Events: Your Weekend Lineup ๐ŸŒŸ

Friday 25 April

๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Dawn Service โ€“ Pukeahu National War Memorial
Wellingtonโ€™s poignant dawn ceremony commemorating ANZAC Day. Thousands gather under the predawn sky for stirring hymns, remembrance, and the haunting Last Post.๐Ÿ“ Pukeahu (Buckle St, Mt Cook) | 6:00am

ANZAC Day 2025 Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial

๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Upper Hutt ANZAC Dawn Parade
A solemn morning of remembrance for those who served, with a dawn parade and dedication service.๐Ÿ“ Upper Hutt Civic Centre, 838 Fergusson Dr | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:00amโ€“7:00am

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Wellington Citizensโ€™ Wreath-Laying
Civic Anzac Day service where officials and community groups lay wreaths to honor the fallen. Includes a military band and choir.๐Ÿ“ Cenotaph (Lambton Quay) | 9:00am

๐ŸŽจ ANZAC Day Whฤnau Day at Pukeahu
Crafts, stories, scavenger hunts and learning for tamariki โ€” a family-friendly morning of remembrance.๐Ÿ“ Pukeahu Education Centre, 191 Tory St | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“1:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Anzac Day National Service โ€“ Pukeahu
Join the official 11am service at the National War Memorial to reflect, honour, and remember.๐Ÿ“ Pukeahu National War Memorial Park, Buckle St, Te Aro | ๐Ÿ•’ 11:00amโ€“12:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Atatรผrk Memorial Service
A special ANZAC ceremony honouring the Turkish perspective, held at Wellingtonโ€™s Atatรผrk Memorial๐Ÿ“ Atatรผrk Memorial, 166 Breaker Bay Road | 2:30pm

๐ŸŽบ War & Peace โ€“ ANZAC Day in Brass
A moving musical tribute by Porirua City Brass exploring conflict, courage, and remembrance.๐Ÿ“ Aotea College, Okowai Rd, Porirua | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00pmโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $20

๐ŸŽผ The Spirit of ANZAC โ€“ Organ & Reflection
A free concert of remembrance featuring Max Toth on the organ, honouring lives lost through music.๐Ÿ“ St Mary of the Angels, 17 Boulcott St | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00pmโ€“3:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐Ÿงฑ Wrights Hill Fortress โ€“ ANZAC Day Open Day
Explore 620m of WWII tunnels, history displays, gun emplacements, and more. BBQ, views, and blank firing demos too.๐Ÿ“ Wrights Hill Rd, Karori | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $10 adults / $5 kids / $20 family | Cash Only

Wrights Hill Fortress Open Day

๐ŸŠ ANZAC Swim at Hataitai Beach
Farewell summer with a community sea swim and stories of Sir Bernard Freyberg, Gallipoli, and ANZAC Cove๐Ÿ“Hataitai Beach 2pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free (Please bring a tow float)

๐ŸŒฟ City Nature Challenge โ€“ Global Wildlife Count
Snap, share, and help Wellington top the global leaderboard in this 4-day bio-blitz across our backyard.๐Ÿ“ Across Wellington Region | ๐Ÿ•’ Fri 25 โ€“ Mon 28 April | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐ŸŽฏ Escape Room Fun for the Whole Whฤnau
Crack codes, solve puzzles, and escape the room before time runs out! Great school holiday deal โ€” up to 8 players for $130.๐Ÿ“ Escape Rooms Wellington, 118 Tory St.

๐ŸŽญ The Play That Goes Hilariously Wrong
A murder mystery gone completely off the rails โ€” this West End comedy hit lands in Wellington for a chaotic stage spectacular!๐Ÿ“ The Opera House, 111 Manners St | ๐Ÿ•’ Various times | ๐ŸŽŸ From $89.90

๐ŸŒฟ Stablehouse Garden Open Day โ€“ Wander Wairarapaโ€™s only 5-star 'Garden of National Significance' this ANZAC Day, in full autumn glory.๐Ÿ“ 39 Morris Road, Longbush, Wairarapa | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $20 (School kids free)

Stablehouse Garden Open Day, Longbush, Wairarapa

๐Ÿฆ™ Treasure Hunt at Staglands
Channel your inner explorer these school holidays โ€” every correct entry wins a prize! A fun day out with animals, clues, and rewards.๐Ÿ“ Staglands, 2362 Akatarawa Rd | ๐Ÿ•’ Daily, 9:30amโ€“5:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $12

๐ŸŽฒ Board Games Friday โ€“ Meet, Mingle & Play
Chill social games like Codenames and Tsuro with friendly folks on the waterfront.๐Ÿ“ Wellington Waterfront (exact spot emailed) | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:30pmโ€“10:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $12.50 | R20

๐ŸŽฎ Minecraft Hunt & Build Challenge
Find Creepers in windows along Jackson St and build iconic Petone landmarks to win prizes โ€” itโ€™s all FREE! ๐Ÿ•’ 1:00pmโ€“5:00pm๐Ÿ“ Jackson Street, Petone

๐Ÿงธ Topsy Turvy Play Space โ€“ Last Chance!
A colourful, sensory play zone for under-5s at Capital E, wrapping up soon before a full refresh.๐Ÿ“ Capital E, 4 Queens Wharf | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:30amโ€“3:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐ŸŽ Pick Your Own Apples in Greytown
Wander the orchard, fill a basket, and enjoy a wholesome afternoon with the whฤnau in the Wairarapa sun.๐Ÿ“ Molewood Orchard, 17 Mole St, Greytown | ๐Ÿ•’ 1:00pmโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free entry, pay per kg

๐ŸŒŒ ลŒtari Night Exploration โ€“ After Dark with Nature
Glow worms, birdsong, and moth-spotting by torchlight โ€” a magical nature walk for all ages.๐Ÿ“ ลŒtari-Wiltonโ€™s Bush, 160 Wilton Rd | ๐Ÿ•’ 5:00pmโ€“7:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐ŸŽค Karaoke Joe โ€“ ANZAC Day Edition
Sing your heart out (or cheer from the sidelines) at this fun, family-friendly karaoke session in Masterton.๐Ÿ“ Club Wairarapa, 20 Essex St, Masterton | ๐Ÿ•’ 8:30amโ€“2:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages (Licensed)

๐ŸŽถ Live Music with Paula Story
From disco to rock โ€™nโ€™ roll, let Paulaโ€™s powerhouse vocals carry your afternoon.๐Ÿ“ Club Wairarapa, 20 Essex St, Masterton | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00pmโ€“5:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages (Licensed)

๐Ÿง™โ€โ™€๏ธ Badjelly the Witch โ€“ A Silly, Spooky Classic
Join Tim and Rose on a wild quest full of laughs, magic, and a very bad witch. Perfect school holiday fun from KidzStuff!๐Ÿ“ Tararua Tramping Club, 4 Moncrieff St | ๐ŸŽŸ $16 (Under 2s free)

๐ŸŽ‚ Kitchen Chaos โ€“ A Messy Magic Adventure
Splat! Squish! Stir! Circus, slapstick and chaos collide in this magical kitchen caper for kids aged 3โ€“8.๐Ÿ“ Circa Theatre, 1 Taranaki St | ๐ŸŽŸ From $17.50

๐Ÿชก Leathercraft for Creative Kids
Hands-on fun at Wฤ“tฤ Workshop โ€” kids 6โ€“11 can craft their own leather keepsake using real movie-making techniques!๐Ÿ“ Wฤ“tฤ Workshop, 129 Park Rd | ๐Ÿ•’ 11:45amโ€“12:45pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $30 (accompanying adults free)

๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ Treasure Island โ€“ A Swashbuckling Pantomime
Sail away on a laugh-filled pirate adventure packed with jokes, songs, and cheeky audience participation.๐Ÿ“ Little Theatre, 2 Queens Dr, Lower Hutt | ๐Ÿ•’ Various times | ๐ŸŽŸ From $16.58

๐Ÿ˜‚ Weekend Laughs with Justine Smith & Neil Thornton
Two nights of top-tier comedy from two of NZโ€™s funniest โ€” plus killer local support acts. Book early, it usually sells out!๐Ÿ“ The Fringe Bar, 26 Allen St | ๐Ÿ•’ 8:00pm (Fri & Sat) | ๐ŸŽŸ From $25.81 | R18

Join Justine Smith and Neil Thornton at The Fringe Bar

๐Ÿช“ Axe Throwing Friday Fling
Hurl axes, hit bullseyes, and start your weekend with a bang at Sweet Axeโ€™s high-energy throwing session.๐Ÿ“ Sweet Axe, 60 Cambridge Tce | ๐Ÿ•’ 4:00pmโ€“5:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $59.68 | R12

๐ŸŽท Swing into Friday with Oscar Garvie
Fresh original jazz from a rising star drummer and his killer quartet โ€” think Coltrane with a Wellington twist.๐Ÿ“ The Undercurrent, 118 Tory St | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00pmโ€“8:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $16.58 | All Ages

๐ŸŽค Work in Progress Laughs!
Wellingtonโ€™s sharpest comics test out fresh material โ€” some of it gold, some gloriously unfiltered.๐Ÿ“ The Fringe Bar, 26 Allen St | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:30pm (Fri & Sat) | ๐ŸŽŸ From $10.25 | R18

๐ŸŒฟ NOURISHED โ€“ A Womenโ€™s Day Retreat
Reiki, sound baths, yin yoga, and a farm-to-table feast โ€” a full day of calm and connection.๐Ÿ“ Bhakti Lounge, 175 Vivian St | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:30amโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $157.60 | All Ages

Saturday 26 April

๐ŸŽถ Greg Johnson โ€“ 30th Anniversary Tour
A rare hometown show from the LA-based Kiwi legend, celebrating Vine Street Stories with a full band and vinyl reissue.๐Ÿ“ Old St Paulโ€™s, 34 Mulgrave St | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $74

Greg Johnsonโ€™s 30th Anniversary Tour at Old St Pauls

โ›ฐ๏ธ The Faultline โ€“ Trail Running & MTB Festival
Ultra runners and mountain bikers tackle Wellingtonโ€™s wildest terrain in this epic multi-day adventure across six trail parks.๐Ÿ“ Wharewaka, 2 Taranaki St | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:00amโ€“12:00am, Sun 6:00amโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ See website for prices

๐ŸŽผ ANZAC Reflections โ€“ Choir & Brass in Harmony
A moving tribute of poetry and music from the Bach Choir and Wellington Brass Band, honouring sacrifice and peace.๐Ÿ“ Sacred Heart Cathedral, 24 Hill St | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00pmโ€“3:45pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Adults from $25.62

๐ŸŒ€ Hilarious Hypnosis in Carterton
Viral hypnotist Haiming brings laughs, surprises, and maybe even a few sleepy volunteers to the Wairarapa stage.๐Ÿ“ Wairarapa Events Centre, Holloway St | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00pmโ€“8:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $34.05

๐ŸŽบ NZ Swing Quartet โ€“ Jazz That Pops
A joyful night of New Orleans swing and soul, inspired by legends like Louis Armstrong and Sidney Bechet.๐Ÿ“ The Undercurrent, 118 Tory St | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00pmโ€“9:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ$23.25 | All Ages

๐ŸŽญ Laser Kiwiโ€™s Work in Progress โ€“ 57% Funny
Itโ€™s 57% finished, 100% unpredictable. A pay-what-you-want comedy experiment from the masters of absurd.๐Ÿ“ Hannah Playhouse, 12 Cambridge Tce | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00pmโ€“8:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $5 | R16

๐Ÿš— The Bootleggersโ€™ Run โ€“ Wairarapaโ€™s Most Notorious Run!
Dash between secret stops, score cheeky deals, and dodge the (pretend) fuzz in this charity road rally.๐Ÿ“ The White Swan, 109 Main St, Greytown | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00am | ๐ŸŽŸ $10 each

๐ŸŽธ Wet Denim โ€“ โ€˜Lonely (For a While)โ€™ Live
Wellingtonโ€™s rock-pop darlings return to San Fran with a fiery new single and serious live energy.๐Ÿ“ San Fran, 171 Cuba St | ๐Ÿ•’ 8:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $26.77 | R18

๐Ÿชด Botanist Market โ€“ A Green Dream in Aro
Plants, pots, natural skincare, and botanical art all in one leafy little market.๐Ÿ“ Aro Valley Community Centre, 48 Aro St | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“3:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐ŸŽง K MotionZ โ€“ Crowd Control Rave
Massive DnB vibes hit Shed 6 as UK heavyweight K MotionZ returns with special guest Subsonic.๐Ÿ“ Shed 6, Queens Wharf | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:00pmโ€“12:00am | ๐ŸŽŸ See website | R18

K MotionZ with special guest Subsonic at Shed 6

๐ŸŽถ NZ Youth Choir โ€“ Passing of the Year
A rare full performance of Jonathan Doveโ€™s moving seasonal masterpiece before NZYC heads on tour.๐Ÿ“ St Andrewโ€™s on The Terrace | ๐Ÿ•’ 3pm | ๐ŸŽŸ See website | All Ages

๐Ÿš Shells, Science & Craft at Te Papa
Join the Shell Club to explore clam and snail diversity, make crafts, and get your own shells IDโ€™d.๐Ÿ“ Te Papa, 55 Cable St | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“6:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐ŸŽต Deano Yipadee โ€“ Toot the Tow Truck!
Joyriding goats, singalong chaos, and catchy tunes โ€” itโ€™s Deanoโ€™s latest fun-filled musical adventure for tamariki.๐Ÿ“ Te Papa, 55 Cable St | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:30amโ€“11:15am | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐Ÿฅฌ Crop Up โ€“ Greytownโ€™s Freshest Market
Ultra-local produce, seafood, and brekkie at this friendly Saturday pop-up โ€” come for the crops, stay for the coffee.๐Ÿ“ Truckstop Greytown, 102 Main St | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00amโ€“11:00am | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐Ÿงต Artisan Craft Market โ€“ Handmade with Heart
Discover beautifully crafted local goods, from homewares to gifts, at this friendly market in the heart of Lower Hutt.๐Ÿ“ Dowse Square, Laings Rd, Lower Hutt | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“3:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐ŸŽค Ben Elton โ€“ Authentic Stupidity
The sharp-tongued comedy legend returns to Wellington with a brand new stand-up show. Expect bold truths and big laughs.๐Ÿ“ Michael Fowler Centre | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ See website

Catch Ben Eltonโ€™s Authentic Stupidity Show at Michael Fowler Centre

๐Ÿšฆ Give Way โ€“ The Musical
Satirical, sharp, and hilariously Kiwi โ€” this award-winning show dives into NZโ€™s great road rule shake-up.๐Ÿ“ Circa Theatre, 1 Taranaki St | ๐Ÿ•’ 8:00pmโ€“9:50pm | ๐ŸŽŸ see website for prices

๐Ÿฆ™ Walk an Alpaca, Snap a Selfie
Stroll the hills of Paraparaumu with your new fluffy friend, complete with cuddles, feeding, and epic coastal views.๐Ÿ“ Cantharis Alpacas, 105 Waterfall Rd | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:00pmโ€“4:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ See website | All Ages

๐Ÿคธ Gymnastics Open Day โ€“ Flip Into Fun
Try gymnastics, parkour, cheer, and tumbling for free โ€” plus live demos and friendly coaches on hand.๐Ÿ“ 39 Randwick Rd, Moera, Lower Hutt | ๐Ÿ•’ 3:30pmโ€“5:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | Ages 5+

๐Ÿš— Demolition Derby & Bike the Track
Smashes, crashes, and a kidsโ€™ track ride mid-show โ€” itโ€™s a wild night of family thrills at the speedway.๐Ÿ“ Wellington Family Speedway, Te Marua | ๐Ÿ•’ 5:00pmโ€“10:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $10-$70

๐Ÿฏ Wairarapa Farmers' Market โ€“ Country Vibes & Local Goodies
Fresh produce, food trucks, live music, and giant Jenga โ€” all under the trees or the grandstand.๐Ÿ“ Solway Showgrounds, Judds Rd, Masterton | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00amโ€“1:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

Sunday 27 April

๐Ÿš‚ The Spiral Spectacular โ€“ All Aboard to Ohakune
Ride the rails through the legendary Raurimu Spiral on a full-day scenic train trip with vintage diesel locomotives and stunning stops | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:00amโ€“9:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $99โ€“$159

๐Ÿง’ ลŒtaki Kids Market โ€“ Young Creators Take the Lead
Tamariki and rangatahi run the stalls at this special market day celebrating youthful talent, crafts, and community.๐Ÿ“ ลŒtaki Market, 58 Main Hwy | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“2:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐Ÿ›๏ธ ลŒtaki Craft Market โ€“ Handmade & Wholesome
Art, kai, live music and great finds โ€” browse, snack, and soak up the community vibes on SH1.๐Ÿ“ ลŒtaki Market, 58 Main Hwy | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“2:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐ŸŽท Sunday Jazz with Wallace Gollan
Funky, soulful standards from one of Wellingtonโ€™s finest โ€” grab a beer and unwind to the smooth sounds.๐Ÿ“ The Rogue and Vagabond, 18 Garrett St | ๐Ÿ•’ 5:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free (Koha) | All Ages (Licensed)

๐Ÿง› Nosferatu โ€“ Scented Cinema & Live Piano
A silent horror classic reimagined with 10 scratch-and-sniff moments and a dramatic live piano score.๐Ÿ“ The Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Rd, Miramar | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $35

๐Ÿ”ง Repair Cafรฉ โ€“ Fix It, Donโ€™t Toss It
Bring jewellery, clothes, tools, or small appliances for a free repair by local legends. Hot drinks and good vibes while you wait.๐Ÿ“ Vogelmorn Bowling Club, 93 Mornington Rd | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“1:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐Ÿš— Mangatainoka Motors โ€“ Itโ€™s American Car Day at Tui Brewery (excluding Ford/GM). Show off your ride, enjoy live music, food, and win prizes like โ€œStar of the Show.โ€๐Ÿ“ Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00amโ€“3:00pm

๐ŸŽจ Paint, Sip & Clip โ€“ Pottery Meets Style
Decorate a ceramic dish, sip your fave brew, and score a Lekkie hair claw โ€” creativity with a chic twist.๐Ÿ“ Evaโ€™s Garage, 3 Eva St | ๐Ÿ•’ 11:00amโ€“1:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $88 | All Ages

๐Ÿ๏ธ Bikes & Burgers โ€“ Rev It Up in Upper Hutt
Ride in or just enjoy the vibes with giveaways, local sponsors, and a classic Panhead burger-and-bike combo.๐Ÿ“ Panhead Bar, Brewtown, 25 Blenheim St, Upper Hutt | ๐Ÿ•’ 1:00pm

๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ Treasure Island โ€“ A Pirate Pantomime Adventure
Sail away on a high-energy romp full of jokes, songs, and cheeky audience fun โ€” perfect for the whole whฤnau.๐Ÿ“ Wairarapa Events Centre, Holloway St, Carterton | ๐Ÿ•’ 1:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $16

๐ŸŽผ A Touch of Italy โ€“ Opera & Romance in Waikanae
Soprano Lilia Carpinelli and pianist Matteo Napoli bring Italian arias, romantic piano, and Neapolitan flair to the Kฤpiti Coast.๐Ÿ“ Waikanae Memorial Hall, 7 Pehi Kupa St | ๐Ÿ•’ 2:30pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $10-$50 | All Ages

๐ŸŽบ Kapiti Brass โ€“ Klassics with a K
From Tchaikovsky to Glen Miller, enjoy a rousing afternoon of brass brilliance with timeless favourites.๐Ÿ“ Our Lady of Kapiti Church, 1 Presentation Way | ๐Ÿ•’ 3:00pmโ€“4:30pm

๐Ÿงก Avalon Orange Bike Ride & Dutch Family Fun
Celebrate Dutch Kingโ€™s Day with bike games, orange outfits, kidsโ€™ markets, food, music, and a lively park parade.๐Ÿ“ Avalon Park, Taita Dr, Lower Hutt | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“1:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐Ÿƒ NZ Card Collectors Show โ€“ Trade, Browse, Score Big
Over 150 tables of sports, gaming, and vintage cards plus raffles, prizes, food, and trading fun for all ages.๐Ÿ“ Indian Cultural Association, 48 Kemp St | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“3:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ From $1 (U5s free) | All Ages

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Songwriter Showcase โ€“ Folk, Soul & Storytelling
An evening of original music from Bill Hickman, Yellow Rooms, GiGi Crayford (HINE), and Dead End Roads.๐Ÿ“ Moon, 167 Riddiford St | ๐Ÿ•’ 6:00pmโ€“10:10pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $10 (Door sales only) | All Ages (Licensed)

๐Ÿ˜‚ PopRox Improv โ€“ Cabaret Comedy Chaos
Long-form laughs, snappy storytelling, and some of Wellingtonโ€™s slickest improvisers lighting up the Circa Bar.๐Ÿ“ Circa Theatre, 1 Taranaki St | ๐Ÿ•’ 7:00pmโ€“8:15pm | ๐ŸŽŸ $25-$35

๐ŸŽท Sunday Jazz Club at Parrotdog
Chill with live jazz, craft beer, and breezy vibes at this fortnightly afternoon jam.๐Ÿ“ Parrotdog Bar, 60โ€“66 Kingsford Smith St | ๐Ÿ•’ 3:00pmโ€“5:00pm | ๐ŸŽŸ Free

๐Ÿšฒ Orange Bike Ride โ€“ Dutch Week Fun in Kฤpiti
Dress in orange, cycle the river trail, and enjoy free snacks, prizes, and family fun โ€” all off-road and all ages welcome.๐Ÿ“ Otaihanga Domain, Paraparaumu | ๐Ÿ•’ 10:00amโ€“11:00am | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐Ÿง’ Taputeranga Tide Pool Ramble
Marine experts lead a guided rock pooling exploration at Taputeranga Marine Reserve. Discover starfish, crabs, and other critters at low tide. Family-friendly and educational.๐Ÿ“ Island Bay (Opposite 194 The Espanade) | ๐Ÿ•’ 9:00amโ€“11:00am | ๐ŸŽŸ Free | All Ages

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery โ€“ Final Day
Last chance to see Te Papaโ€™s acclaimed exhibition of Vivienne Westwood couture and dazzling jewelry. A must-see for fashion lovers before it closes.๐Ÿ“ Te Papa, Level 4 (Toi Art)

๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Welly Weather Watch

Friday: Sunny with light winds 17ยฐC.
Saturday: Fine, then occasional rain from evening 18ยฐC.
Sunday: A few showers, clearing to fine in the morning 19ยฐC.

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