Wellington - Te Whanganui a Tara

No venue is like the other in Wellington. The city offers a wide range of unique spaces that vary in size and cost for all types of occasions.

Find 10,000sqm of flexible and purpose-built spaces at Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre. The convention centre is suitable for plenaries up to 1600 people or it can seamlessly hold multiple conferences concurrently. 

Venues Wellington has five iconic civic venues to choose from, all located along Wellington waterfront. There is something for everyone, from the heritage character of the 100-year-old Opera House or St James Theatre, to the versatility of TSB Arena and Shed 6, or the sleek contemporary space of the Michael Fowler Centre.

Host your event in Parliament and experience the iconic grandeur at the heart of New Zealand’s democracy, or surround your delegates with national treasures at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. 
All these venues and more social function spaces are an easy walk from each other, allowing organisers to build a varied and easily managed event programme.
 

Compact, connected and creative, New Zealand’s capital offers everything you need to make hosting your event a seamless experience.

Ideally located right in the heart of New Zealand, access into Wellington is easy for those who fly, drive, train or even ferry there. There are daily flights from New Zealand, Australia, and further afield, and the Wellington International Airport is only a 15-minute drive from the city centre.

Ranked New Zealand’s most walkable city, Wellington’s many event venues, accommodation providers and myriad of food, drink and culture options are all within easy walking distance.

The capital is home to the New Zealand Government and headquarters for many industry associations. It also boasts strengths in creative technologies, scientific research, world-class education institutes and a Hollywood blockbuster film industry. The compact and connected nature of Wellington makes it easy to tap into influential speakers and officials or utilise the inventiveness of Wellington’s creative technologies and scientific research expertise.

Renowned for its powerful mix of culture, nature and cuisine, Wellington is a desirable destination for delegates. From behind-the-scenes arts and movie tours, to culinary, beer and wine experiences and adventures in the great outdoors, Wellington is jam-packed full of activities, events and attractions that will delight groups of all demographics.

Compact and accessible, Wellington is bursting with culture, history, nature and cuisine. 

Wellington has put itself on the map as a top culinary destination of New Zealand, with quality cafés, restaurants, and bars at every corner. The city prides itself on its coffee, with around 20 local roasteries, while the craft beer capital and its numerous breweries will challenge and delight your tastebuds.

With a rich cultural and arts scene, world-famous museums, and a thriving screen industry, you’re never far from inspiration in Wellington. Take a trip back in time at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa, or go behind the scenes on a guided tour of the Beehive and Parliament House. Te Wharawaka o Pōneke offers unique Māori experiences on both land and water, or plan a tour or workshop at Wētā Workshop in Miramar for a peek into the world of movie-making magic.

Wellington is a city with nature experiences on its doorstep. Oriental Bay is a sheltered and picturesque swimming beach just a few minutes’ walk from the city centre. Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne is the world’s first urban ecosanctuary for a chance to spot native birds, and even spy a kiwi or tuatara.

Outside the city, Wairarapa is where country charm meets world-class food and wine. Kāpiti Coast stretches along 40 kilometres of beaches and coastline. Not to be missed is Kapiti Island, one of New Zealand’s oldest and most important nature reserves
 

Wellington is a great destination for travellers year-round. With a temperate climate and fresh scenery every season, there’s always something to see and do. 

A Wellington summer brings masses of red-blooming Pōhutukawa trees, chirping cicadas, and beach swims. The warmer months are a great time to explore the Kāpiti Coast, where you can spend time at Kapiti Island Nature Reserve. The settled days and nights also provide a perfect backdrop for an amazing schedule of summer events and activities.

Some of Wellington’s experiences are best experienced in the colder seasons. Meet fur seal colonies on the south coast and get the best night sky viewing experience at Wairarapa’s International Dark Sky Reserve or Space Place at Carter Observatory in the city. The shorter days make for a great night tour at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāna for a chance to see kiwi. Wellington also knows how to celebrate the great indoors – think great events and entertainment, cosy restaurants and well-stocked bars.

Wellington’s events calendar is busy year-round. Tākina Wellington Convention Centre hosts pop culture and interactive experiences, and the city’s venues have a rotating programme of shows throughout the year.