Wellington, New Zealand — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- Wellington Region, North Island, New Zealand.
- Time Zone
- GMT + 12 (GMT + 13 from the last Sunday in September to the first Sunday in April).
- Electricity
- 240-250 volts AC, 50Hz; flat three-pin plugs are used.
Cost of Living
| 1.00 GBP = 1.9 NZD |
| 1.00 USD = 1.18 NZD |
| 1.00 EUR = 1.67 NZD |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
WellingtonCupCarnival
January
Horse racing.
Trentham Racecourse
Website: www.trentham.co.nz
WaitangiDay
6 February
National day of thanksgiving in commemoration of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 between Maori and the British Crown. Cultural celebrations include dancing, music, craft and children's activities.
Waitangi Park
Website: www.wellington.gov.nz
CubaStreetCarnival
February, every odd-numbered year (alternates with NZ International Arts Festival)
New Zealand's largest street festival with a vibrant, global mix of music and dance.
Cuba Street and surrounding area
Website: www.cubacarnival.org.nz
WellingtonJazzFestival
March
Jazz celebration attracting international artists.
Various venues
Website: www.jazzfestival.co.nz
FoodShow
May
A smorgasbord of fresh new flavors and tantalizing menu ideas.
Westpac Stadium
Website: www.foodshow.co.nz
New ZealandInternationalFilmFestival
July-August
Main venue is Embassy Theater, 10 Kent Terrace
Website: www.enzedff.co.nz
WorldofWearableArtAwardsShow
September-October
Lines of fashion and art blur in a performance of dance, music and lighting choreography.
The Events Center, Queen's Wharf
Website: www.worldofwearableart.com
ToastMartinboroughWine, Food and Music Festival
Third Sunday in November
A celebration for wine lovers to sample premium wines plus gourmet food and enjoy great music.
Martinborough
Website: www.toastmartinborough.co.nz
