# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bret McKenzie Freak Out City Tour | Wellington [SOLD OUT]
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 02 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am
- **Event Description**: Grammy and Academy Award–winning songwriter, composer and performer Bret McKenzie has announced two highly anticipated dates in his homeland of New Zealand in support of his latest album, Freak Out City. Touching down in Wellington and Auckland this April, the shows follow a run of sold-out international concerts and mark McKenzie’s long-awaited return to New Zealand stages. Best known as one half of Flight of the Conchords, Bret McKenzie has built an acclaimed solo career defined by sharp wit, impeccable musicianship and a deep love of classic songwriting. 

Following his solo debut Songs Without Jokes, Bret released his second project, Freak Out City, in August 2025 via Sub Pop Records. Co-produced with longtime collaborator Mickey Petralia, the collection was shaped on the road with his eight-piece band, The State Highway Wonders. The influence of his musical heroes Harry Nilsson and Randy Newman resonates again on this record, where Bret playfully weaves humour and heart into his songs. Hailed as “upbeat, well-made and refreshingly smart” (Daily Mirror) and “superbly crafted with a nod to the greats (God is in the TV), the record highlights Bret’s evolving artistry, blending sharp lyricism, lush arrangements and his unmistakable offbeat charm.

The upcoming shows will feature newly-released songs alongside old favorites, plus hilarious recountings of key moments from his colorful career, songs written on the fly using audience members’ real-life stories, and various other onstage antics.

Following sold-out performances overseas, these intimate New Zealand dates offer a rare opportunity to experience Freak Out City live in two of Aotearoa’s most beloved venues. 

Tickets go on sale Friday 16 January at 9am via ticketek.co.nz. 

Artist presale begins Wednesday January 14 at 10am local time. Sign up for access via the mailing list at bretmckenzie.os.fan
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wellington/bret-mckenzie-freak-out-city-tour-|-wellington-sold-out/200029512541905
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, performances, live-music, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 38

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/Show.aspx?sh=BRETMA26&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=wellington-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Wellington
- **state**: WG
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 92 Vivian St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
- **lat**: -41.29562
- **long**: 174.7779
- **full address**: 92 Vivian St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, 92 Vivian St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Eccles Entertainment (https://allevents.in/org/eccles-entertainment/9912517)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 02 Apr, 2026 at 09:30 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 92 Vivian St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, 92 Vivian St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Eccles Entertainment
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** entertainment, music, concerts, performances, live-music, art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Bret McKenzie Freak Out City Tour | Wellington [SOLD OUT] ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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