Wellington

Events this weekend

Wellington’s queer culture is vibrant and creative, intertwined with its arts and political activism. The city’s Pride Festival and inclusive spaces reflect New Zealand’s commitment to equality and its laid-back, welcoming atmosphere.

A music event featuring various artists and performances.

Wellington CBD - Cuba Street

Camp Sound

Join us for a lunchtime event with Hana Buchanan, a poet, kaikaranga, kaitito waiata, and yoga teacher from Te Whanganui-a-Tara. She will discuss her latest book, Kupu Whenua, which explores themes of connection, loss, reclamation, resilience, and spirituality through poetry rooted in her ancestral lands. The event takes place in-store at Unity Books, 57 Willis St., on Friday, 15th May 2026, at 12:30 PM. All are welcome to attend.

Unity Books

Unity Books Wellington

Lunchtime Author Talk: Hana Buchanan

Join us for a lunchtime event with Hana Buchanan at Unity Books, 57 Willis St., on Friday, 15th May 2026, at 12:30 PM. Hana will discuss her latest book, Kupu Whenua, sharing insights into her poetry and connection to her ancestral lands. All are welcome to attend.

A monthly social gathering for lesbians at Finns Bar in Paekākāriki, with a chance to connect over food and drinks.

Finns Bar

Occasional Drinks & Dinner at Finns Bar

Join us for an interstellar celebration featuring live music, art installations, and cosmic-themed activities. Perfect for all ages and space enthusiasts.

Cosmic Night Festival

Wellington Arts Council

Join us for an electrifying night of music and dance at Electro Fest 2026! Featuring top DJs and live performances. Don't miss out on the biggest electronic music event of the year.

Wellington Town Hall

Electro Fest 2026

Electro Music Events

Join us for an evening of live music featuring Amoreea Gezer, Fetish, Judas Kiss, and Vixen Temple.

Vixen Temple

Music Night at Vixen Temple

A Eurovision-themed drag show fundraiser supporting Justice for Palestine NZ and Team Assal, a group providing aid to families in Gaza. The event features performances by various drag artists and aims to promote awareness and support for Palestine. Taking place at Ivy Bar and Cabaret, Wellington, on Friday, 15 May 2026, starting at 10:00 PM.

Ivy Bar

Ivy Bar and Cabaret

QUEERovision: A Palestine Fundraiser

A supportive social event for women who have recently come out or are considering coming out, at LILAC Lounge.

LILAC Lounge

Lesbian coming out meet-up

LILAC

An exciting drag competition titled 'Rising Star' taking place on May 16, 2026, from 21:30 to 23:59. The event offers a platform for drag performers to showcase their talent and compete for recognition.

Rising Star: A Drag Competition

Poetry Sunday with Iain Britton is an in-store event taking place on 17th May 2026 at 12:00 PM at Unity Books Wellington. The event features Iain Britton, a renowned New Zealand poet, presenting his poetry inspired by Diane Arbus's photography, in a tribute titled 'Uncertain Densities: Poems for Diane Arbus.' The event is open to all and celebrates Britton's latest work, including a limited edition publication. Attendees can enjoy an afternoon of poetry and discussion.

Poetry Sunday with Iain Britton

Learn to Skate programme that will teach you the essential skills in a fun, supportive environment. This course is a prerequisite for our Learn to Derby programme.

Kilbirnie Rec Centre

Learn to Skate Programme

Richter City Roller Derby

A beginner skate training session in a supportive environment for anyone interested in learning to skate.

LGBTQ+ Events in Wellington This Weekend

Friday, May 15, 2026

Camp Sound

Lunchtime Author Talk: Hana Buchanan

Lunchtime Author Talk: Hana Buchanan

Occasional Drinks & Dinner at Finns Bar

Take Wellington's queer scene with you

Friday, May 15, 2026

Cosmic Night Festival

Electro Fest 2026

Music Night at Vixen Temple

QUEERovision: A Palestine Fundraiser

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Lesbian coming out meet-up

Rising Star: A Drag Competition

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Poetry Sunday with Iain Britton

Learn to Skate Programme

Take Wellington's queer scene with you