Wellington events & things to do in November 2026

Mount Victoria is leafy and steep, with villas, lookout tracks, village cafes, film-location paths, and quick access to Oriental Bay.

Thorndon is governmental and historic, with Parliament, the Beehive, Old St Paul's, embassies, the railway station, and old cottages.

The eastern side is film-and-airport oriented, with Wētā Workshop, suburban cafes, beaches, airport access, and roads toward Seatoun.

An older area of Wellington with many cafes, restaurants, and the craft brewery Garage Project. It has a steep climb from Aro St at the bottom of the valley, with local favorites like Aro Café and Arobake bakery.

Developed as a residential area in the 1970s, featuring California-inspired houses and Avalon Park, one of Lower Hutt's largest playgrounds. It was also a major center for New Zealand television and film production, notably with Avalon Studios.

A mix of casual restaurants, cafes, and a popular bakery, all within a short walk. It's close to Newtown for more dining options and has access to scenic walkways like the City to Sea walkway and the Tawatawa Reserve.

A friendly community with a mix of cafes, restaurants, and shops, including the Penthouse Cinema for art house films. It's close to Central Park and has easy access to buses for a quick trip to Wellington's CBD.

Hutt Central provides a mix of suburban tranquility and urban convenience with easy access to shopping centers, cafes, and restaurants. Key attractions include the Queensgate Shopping Centre, Dowse Art Museum, and scenic walking trails along the river.

A beachfront, local cafes, restaurants, and shops, all within easy reach. The area is also home to the Empire Cinema, Shoreland Park, and popular diving spots in the marine reserve.

Scorching Bay beach, Worser Bay yacht club, and scenic walking tracks along the coastline. It's a short drive to Weta Cave and local eateries, with a supermarket and Roxy Cinema nearby.

An upper-middle class suburb known for its peaceful, family-oriented atmosphere and friendly residents. It features a variety of shops, cafes, a library, and an indoor pool along with well-maintained gardens throughout the area.

Home to Zealandia Te Mara a Tane, a wildlife sanctuary with native species like rare birds and lizards. This national park offers a chance to see unique flora and fauna.

Easy access to local shops, supermarkets, and cafes, with the Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre and Kilbirnie Park nearby for sports and recreation. It's also close to Lyall Bay Beach.

Lambton Quay is the central business district, originally the site of European settlement in 1840. It contains the Wellington Cable Car, the Wellington Cenotaph, and the New Zealand Parliament Buildings.

Lyall Bay features a popular surf beach with a breakwater at the eastern end and is home to several cafes like Maranui and Queen Sally's Diamond Deli. The area also offers elevated bush walks with lovely views and is close to a marine reserve and seal colony.

A quiet area close to Wellington Zoo and Lyall Bay, with easy access to cafes and restaurants in nearby Newtown and Kilbirnie. The neighborhood is safe and family-friendly, with bus stops nearby and a short drive to the airport.

A film industry hub, home to Weta Workshop, which exhibits props from "Lord of the Rings" and other films. The area also contains The Roxy Cinema, Double Vision Brewing, and several cafes.

Quiet and well-located, Mount Cook is close to the CBD and offers easy access to Cuba Street's shops and eateries. The area features parks, walking tracks, and attractions like the Nairn Street Cottage Colonial Museum and Pukeahu National War Memorial Park.

Main thoroughfares in Newtown include Riddiford St and Constable St, which connect to nearby areas. The suburb has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with local shops and eateries along these streets.

Settled in the 1840s, Ngaio features streets named after early settler families and was once a logging community. The area is located on the slopes of Mount Kaukau, providing scenic views and access to outdoor activities.