# Events & Things To Do In Wellington on 13th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Wellington on 13th 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 13th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Wellington

- **Event Name**: Bear's Den New Zealand 2026 | Wellington
  - **Description**: British country and indie-folk band Bear’s Den are coming to play their first ever headline shows in Aotearoa. They’ll perform at Auckland’s Tuning Fork on Tuesday 12 May and San Fran Wellington on Wednesday 13 May. Tickets go on sale this Thursday 26 Mar
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  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 09:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/bears-den-new-zealand-2026-|-wellington/200029881429438
  - **Venue**: Edilsons Building, 171 Cuba St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Stargazing 101: Astronomy for Beginners
  - **Description**: Perfect for anyone interested in the night sky, this two-hour live session under our immersive planetarium dome will guide you through the basics of stargazing: how and why the stars and planets move the way they do; how to find South and other useful mar
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  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed May 13 2026 at 11:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/stargazing-101-astronomy-for-beginners/200029839206912
  - **Venue**: 40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand 6140
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- **Event Name**: Comedy at the Welsh dragon
  - **Description**: Welsh dragon has monthly open mic comedy night. Join for a drink and some laughs!

https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/dragon-comedy-open-mic-night/wellington

See you there! Will have a table booked under 'Brits and Irish in Wellington'.
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 09:45 am – Wed May 13 2026 at 11:30 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/comedy-at-the-welsh-dragon/200029873882120
  - **Venue**: The Welsh Dragon Bar, Wellington
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  - **Categories**: comedy, open-mic, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Wellington & Kilbirnie Branch Event - Young Plumber of the Year 2026
  - **Description**: The Plumbing World Young Plumber of the Year 2026 competition is back — and this year we’re excited to introduce a new Apprentice Category, proudly supported by Nexa.

With a prize pool valued at over $70,000, including $5,000 cash for the National Winner
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  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 07:30 am – Wed May 13 2026 at 10:00 am (+12:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/wellington-and-kilbirnie-branch-event-young-plumber-of-the-year-2026/200029839205806
  - **Venue**: 14 Abel Smith St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
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  - **Categories**: Contests
- **Event Name**: Bear’s Den New Zealand 2026 | Wellington
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsBear's Den has 3 upcoming events.
  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 01:00 am (13:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/bear’s-den-new-zealand-2026-|-wellington/210005831586912
  - **Venue**: San Fran
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## 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
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- **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:** Bear's Den New Zealand 2026 | Wellington (Wed May 13 2026 at 09:00 am at Edilsons Building, 171 Cuba St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand), Stargazing 101: Astronomy for Beginners (Wed May 13 2026 at 09:00 am at 40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand 6140), Comedy at the Welsh dragon (Wed May 13 2026 at 09:45 am at The Welsh Dragon Bar, Wellington), Wellington & Kilbirnie Branch Event - Young Plumber of the Year 2026 (Wed May 13 2026 at 07:30 am at 14 Abel Smith St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand), Bear’s Den New Zealand 2026 | Wellington (Wed May 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at San Fran).
- **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 Edilsons Building, 171 Cuba St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, 40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand 6140, The Welsh Dragon Bar, Wellington.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Wellington?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Wellington include Eccles Entertainment, Space Place, Plumbing World's Young Plumbers Club.
- **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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