What’s happening
Wellington Pride Festival officially runs from 6 - 22 March, but you’ll find events here on either side of that as well, as Pride is not just a two week thing.
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1986
Now it’s time to sashay your way to Eva Pub for a full-throttle, high-camp celebration of Homosexual Law Reform 1986.
Ginger's Pop-up
Ginger’s Pop-Ups celebrates lesbian culture while being wholeheartedly inclusive of our FLINTA* whānau and the wider rainbow community 🧡 Expect connection, conversation, and a dancefloor that doesn’t quit.
Saturdays at S&M's
Join DJ Hiriwini from 9 pm as he takes over the dancefloor with gay anthems and flashback nights - music from 80's law reform to now.
It's time to party like it's 1986!
Frisky Pride Wellington
Continue Wellington Pride Parade's celebrations at FRISKY PRIDE, the official parade afterparty. FRISKY PRIDE will be the perfect opportunity to dance the night away, dressed in head-to-toe rainbow glam, and to celebrate unapologetic queerness alongside the rest of our beautiful community.
Chosen Family Night
Chosen Family Night returns to Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum for a vibrant evening filled with queer history, art and community.
Hosted by Lilly Loudmouth, the festivities include rainbow history tours, drag and music performances, dirty poetry reading and wholesome crafts.
All welcome. Valid ID required for cash bar.
Pink Pony Club Rosé Party
Rose tasting with a delectable selection of wines. A DJ spinning tunes afterwards.
Pride Youth Ball
Get ready for the Pride Youth Ball, the most exciting and inclusive event for LGBTTQIA+ youth in Wellington! This year’s theme: Queeros - Icons of Pride
Saturdays at S&M's
Join DJ Hiriwini from 9 pm as he takes over the dancefloor with gay anthems and flashback nights - music from 80's law reform to now.
It's time to party like it's 1986!
Tea Dance
Inspired by Fire Island Tea Dances, a vibrant daytime celebration for Wellington Pride! This inclusive event brings together diverse, dance-music-loving queers for a high-energy experience. Enjoy top-tier DJ sets, queer fashion flair, and a super fun, welcoming vibe that feels like home. It's the perfect party before dark!
Pride Roller Disco
Come and join us for two hours of joyful resistance on small wheels! Relive the nostalgia of the mid to late 20th Century with a playlist of classic hits! Tickets and Ticketing information available through Seaside Skates website.
Saturdays at S&M's (Yes, this one’s on Friday)
Join DJ Hiriwini from 9 pm as he takes over the dancefloor with gay anthems and flashback nights - music from 80's law reform to now.
It's time to party like it's 1986!
Celestial Mechanics
Get ready to dance among the stars as you celebrate Wellington Pride like never before. Celestial Mechanics is Space Place’s dance party under the dome. Lose yourself under immersive 360° planetarium visuals and live music with DJs Hiriwini and Karl Moser. R18.