10-29 JANUARY | BOTANIC GARDDENS KI PAEKĀKĀ
The iconic Gardens Magic Concert Series will fill our summer nights with the sounds of the capital’s vivacious talent, Tues – Sun nights, 8pm-9.15pm. Grab a good picnic spot, and stay after to take in the Light Display created by MJF lighting, 9pm–10.30pm daily. Enjoy a fun summer’s day out exploring the Kids Garden Trail, 10am – 5pm daily. Pick up the mission report activities sheet at the Treehouse or Space Place. More information and programme details.
School Holiday Programmes
Take the stress out of the school holidays and leave it with us to keep the kids busy. We run full school holiday programmes across our recreation centres with exciting activities to keep your tamariki active an engaged. Spaces are limited and this is a programme you do not want to miss. Book now on our website.
WellyWalks
WellyWalks is back for summer! From the beginner walker to the pro, the kids, and even the dog, there is a WellyWalk for every member of the whānau this year. Our treat box is back and bigger than ever before, filled to the brim with treats from local Wellington businesses. We also have a one-night staycation at Pipinui Point to give away! Find out how to get involved, and how to enter here
We're on the lookout for lifeguards!
We’re on the lookout for superstar Lifeguards at our pools! We can offer a fun working environment, where you’ll be active and busy, have a focus on career growth and development and get full training for the role. Wellington City Council is a great place to work, and a foot in the door can open up a world of opportunities. Visit our careers page to check out our job opportunities!
Te Rā o Waitangi
MONDAY 6 FEBRUARY | 12PM-6PM | WAITANGI PARK Te Rā o Waitangi is a free, family-friendly event in the heart of the city where we honour the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, acknowledge our history, and recognise the power of coming together – and everyone is invited! Bring friends and whānau, and enjoy an award-winning line-up of Māori performers, food, and culture.
Wellington Pasifika Festival
SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY | 12PM-6PM | WAITANGI PARK
Experience the sights, sounds, and flavours of the Pacific. This free festival celebrates our unique Pacific communities, arts, whānau, and cultural landscape. Enjoy traditional and contemporary music, performances, delicious food, and activities including traditional crafts, demonstrations, and shared experiences. Visit the events page for more information.
Cuba Street Play Area Upgrade
The Cuba Street play area is due for an upgrade, and we’d love your help to shape the design, by understanding how you experience the play area, and how you think we can make it better for visitors!
To have your say, visit lets talk. Submissions close 5pm, 13 January 2023
Cuba Street Play Area Upgrade
We’re asking children and their caregivers how they experience inner-city play, so we can understand how to make Pōneke a more child-friendly city. We’d love to hear from you! To have your say, and help shape the future of play in Pōkene visit lets talk. Submissions close 5pm, 29 January 2023
Botanic Garden Play Area Upgrade
We're renewing the Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekākā play area, and we'd like to hear your feedback on the draft concept, which was designed based on community input. To see the proposed plan and have your say, visit lets talk. Submissions close 5pm, 20 January 2023.
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