# Events & Things To Do In Wellington on 12th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Wellington on 12th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Wellington on 12th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Wellington

- **Event Name**: Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 - Pōneke Wellington
  - **Description**: Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour presented by the NZ Alpine Club  - Wellington ScreeningsAbout this EventThe New Zealand Alpine Club with Presenting Partners, World Expeditions, La Sportiva,
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  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 05:30 pm – Wed Jun 10 2026 at 08:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/banff-centre-mountain-film-festival-world-tour-2026-pōneke-wellington/100001982632030775
  - **Venue**: Embassy Theatre
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  - **Price**: NZD 0 to 57
  - **Categories**: festivals, entertainment, contests, sports, nonprofit, art, theatre, trips-adventures, storytelling
- **Event Name**: AI: Gloves Off
  - **Description**: Unlock your AI edge. Join tech leaders for a high-impact, interactive day dedicated to mastering the AI revolution.About this EventAI is no longer a feature. It’s a fundamental rewrite of how software is built, sold, and
  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue May 12 2026 at 06:30 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/ai-gloves-off/100001986396649852
  - **Venue**: Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus, Level 12
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  - **Price**: NZD 75 to 108
  - **Categories**: contests
- **Event Name**: IMAC Professional Development Day: Wellington 2026
  - **Description**: IMAC Professional Development Day 2026 will be held in Wellington on 12 May 2026.About this EventProfessional Development Day contentThis day provides immunisation coordinators and
  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue May 12 2026 at 04:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/imac-professional-development-day-wellington-2026/100001986262552764
  - **Venue**: West Plaza Hotel
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  - **Price**: NZD 150
  - **Categories**: health-wellness
- **Event Name**: FIRST LOOK with Dr Steve Nugent PhD.
  - **Description**: Unlock the story of Glycans, the foundation of Mannatech’s innovation!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/1b706530-154a-11f1-8ae5-771ed3dbcff0-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf1f1f4-gmir.jpg Join us for
  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue May 12 2026 at 08:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/first-look-with-dr-steve-nugent-phd/100001982941189477
  - **Venue**: InterContinental Wellington by IHG
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: workshops
- **Event Name**: Health and Safety Essentials for Small Business
  - **Description**: This course will give you the oversight you need to ensure that your business health and safety systems and processes are up to date.About this EventThe purpose of this course is to give you the oversight you need to ensu
  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue May 12 2026 at 04:00 pm (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/health-and-safety-essentials-for-small-business/100001511050736429
  - **Venue**: Business Central
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  - **Price**: NZD 734 to 882
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, workshops

## Trending Events in Wellington

- **Event Name**: Fat Freddy's Drop: Based on a True Story 21st Anniversary Tour | Sat 2 May | Michael Fowler Centre
  - **Description**: SOLD OUT! Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia, Aotearoa, Europe & UK will be Freddy’s fi
  - **Venue**: Michael Fowler Centre
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- **Event Name**: Ultra New Zealand 2026
  - **Description**: ULTRA NEW ZEALAND - PHASE ONE LINEUP


A-Z
THE CHAINSMOKERS
DJ SNAKE
DARREN STYLES
MARLO
MISS MONIQUE
NICO MORENO
OLIVER HELDENS
ZEDD


PHASE TWO LINEUP DUE EARLY 2026


ULTRA Worldwide has just announced the inaugural ULTRA New Zealand, which will take p
  - **Venue**: Wellington Waterfront
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- **Event Name**: Sublime | Wellington | NZ
  - **Description**: Wellington | Sat 11 April | Brewtown
🔥 Sublime – First Ever NZ Tour 🔥

Wellington, get ready. For the first time ever, Sublime are hitting Aotearoa 🇳🇿

Fresh off their massive Coachella 2024 set, this tour is decades in the making.
30 years on from their
  - **Venue**: Brewtown
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- **Event Name**: Anzac Round: One NZ Warriors v Dolphins
  - **Description**: For the first time, Wellington hosts our Anzac Round match. Join us as we honour this historic occasion and face the Dolphins in a commemorative clash that promises to be truly unforgettable.
  - **Venue**: Sky Stadium, Wellington
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- **Event Name**: Split Enz | Forever ENZ Tour | Wellington
  - **Description**: Split Enz are back. For the first time in 20 years, the Forever Enz Tour returns to Aotearoa, with original members Tim Finn, Neil Finn, Eddie Rayner and Noel Crombie hitting stages across the country this May.⁠
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Westpac Mastercard Presale: Tue 3 Mar, 11
  - **Venue**: TSB Bank Arena
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- **Event Name**: Fat Freddy's Drop: Based On A True Story 21st Anniversary Tour | Sun 3 May | MFC
  - **Description**: Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia, Aotearoa, Europe & UK will be Freddy’s first shows
  - **Venue**: Michael Fowler Centre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/aedc50fe5a8f3be8ab678ad54c44707cc1949edc3e0ef6005f89dd1cf192f194-rimg-w1200-h675-dc5c7c8a-gmir?v=1774983274
- **Event Name**: Fat Freddy's Drop: Based on a True Story 21st Anniversary Tour | Fri 1 May | Michael Fowler Centre
  - **Description**: Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia, Aotearoa, Europe & UK will be Freddy’s first shows
  - **Venue**: Michael Fowler Centre
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e591675ac7b2c6518a6b7ed050d5160381881017e878ceb08cd5a0c57ade0c46-rimg-w600-h280-dc5a7c8c-gmir?v=1774805662
- **Event Name**: Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle 2026 [WELLINGTON]
  - **Description**: The ever-reigning Queen of Burlesque, Dita Von Teese, returns to Australia and New Zealand with her most opulent show yet, the all-new Nocturnelle.

With Nocturnelle, Dita unveils a bewitching new vision - an exquisite blend of old-Hollywood allure, theat
  - **Venue**: Wellington Opera House
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- **Event Name**: Marlon Williams Tā te Manawa Tour | Wellington (SOLD OUT)
  - **Description**: Marlon Williams has today announced a very significant tour. It’s one that is truly for fans, and one that also marks a temporary departure from the stage for Marlon himself. 

After an intensive time making latest album Te Whare Tīwekaweka and over two y
  - **Venue**: Michael Fowler Centre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Wellington?
  - **A:** Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 - Pōneke Wellington (Tue May 12 2026 at 05:30 pm at Embassy Theatre), AI: Gloves Off (Tue May 12 2026 at 08:30 am at Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus, Level 12), IMAC Professional Development Day: Wellington 2026 (Tue May 12 2026 at 09:00 am at West Plaza Hotel), FIRST LOOK with Dr Steve Nugent PhD. (Tue May 12 2026 at 07:00 pm at InterContinental Wellington by IHG), Health and Safety Essentials for Small Business (Tue May 12 2026 at 09:00 am at Business Central).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Wellington?
  - **A:** FIRST LOOK with Dr Steve Nugent PhD. (Tue May 12 2026 at 07:00 pm at InterContinental Wellington by IHG).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Wellington?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Wellington on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Wellington?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Wellington?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Wellington include Embassy Theatre, Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus, Level 12, West Plaza Hotel.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Wellington?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Wellington range from NZD 75 to NZD 882. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Wellington?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Wellington include New Zealand Alpine Club, Victoria University of Wellington, Immunisation Advisory Centre.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Wellington?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Wellington.

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