What’s happening

Wellington Pride Festival officially runs from 5 - 21 March, but you’ll find our events here on either side of that as well, as Pride is not just a two week thing.

Prefer browsing on paper? Download a copy of our print programme for 2026. Please note the most up to date information will be online.

The majority of these events have been created by the community. However, the Wellington Pride Festival Committee produces the following Signature Events:

Friday 5 March: Dawn Ceremony
Sunday 7 March: Pride Picnic
Sunday 7 March: Pooches in the Park
5 March - 21 March: Rainbow Windows of Wellington
Saturday 13 March: Wellington Pride Parade
Sunday 14 March: Pride Hīkoi
Sunday 14 March: Out in the City
20 March: Pride Youth Ball

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Dancing in Reverse - a queer poetry showcase

Mar

Poetry, Literature, Ticketed events, Art, Live performances, PrideHQ

Dancing in Reverse - a queer poetry showcase

Saturday, March 21, 2026
6:30 PM 9:30 PM
Pride HQ (map)
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Come and join a cosy evening poetry reading featuring a host of queer, trans and Takatāpui voices as part of Wellington Pride Festival!

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Mar

Art, Comedy, Drag, Dancefloor, Exhibition, Food, History, Live performances, Music, Poetry, Talks, Ticketed event, Ticketed events

Chosen Family Night

Thursday, March 12, 2026
5:30 PM 8:30 PM
Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum (map)
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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.

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