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Dermot Kennedy Live at TSB Arena

Dermot Kennedy - The Weight Of The Woods Tour at TSB Arena brings the Irish singer-songwriter’s soaring live sound to Wellington, with an emotional, arena-ready set built around his biggest songs and the next chapter of his 2026 tour. The show is part of Kennedy’s ongoing The Weight of the Woods run, which highlights his reputation for powerful vocals, stripped-back intimacy, and audience singalongs that translate into a memorable concert experience.

Dermot Kennedy has become one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary pop and rock, known for blending heart-on-sleeve songwriting with an expansive live presence. TSB Arena is one of Wellington’s major indoor event venues, valued for hosting large-scale concerts in a central city location and giving fans a straightforward place to see major touring artists up close.

Urzila Carlson - Fatty On A Yacht Wellington

Urzila Carlson - Fatty On A Yacht comes to Michael Fowler Centre in Wellington, bringing the multi-award-winning South African-New Zealander comedian to one of the country's most prestigious performance venues. Known for her trademark deadpan delivery and cheeky wit, Carlson has become one of the biggest names in comedy across Australasia, selling out seasons in major cities and captivating audiences with her take-no-prisoners comedic style that touches on her South African upbringing, cultural differences, and everyday life experiences.

Urzila Carlson has established herself as a touring powerhouse with an extensive list of accolades including four Melbourne International Comedy Festival People's Choice Awards and six New Zealand Comedy Guild Awards for Best Female Comedian. Her Netflix stand-up special Overqualified Loser introduced her to a global audience, while her memoir Rolling With the Punchlines became a bestseller. The Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington's iconic performing arts venue, provides the perfect setting for this acclaimed comedian's distinctive brand of humor.

NZSO Emerging Artists: Young Musicians with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

The NZSO Emerging Artists concert celebrates Aotearoa New Zealand's brightest young musical talent performing as soloists and orchestral instrumentalists alongside the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra at the prestigious Michael Fowler Centre in Wellington. Six exceptional young soloists—including An Pham (violin), Ella Zhang (flute), David Zhu (oboe), Leo Liu (piano), Oliver Mar (cello), and Ozan Biner-McGrath (piano)—perform beloved classical works by Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Mendelssohn, and Richard Strauss, while 18 additional young musicians join the orchestra in a vibrant showcase of the next generation of performers.

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra is Aotearoa's national orchestra, renowned for nurturing emerging talent through its Emerging Artists programme—a career-launching platform that has seen previous participants go on to perform as soloists with the NZSO, National Youth Orchestra, and orchestras across New Zealand. Conducted by NZSO Principal Conductor-in-Residence Hamish McKeich, this concert is livestreamed free on NZSO+ for remote audiences. The Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington's premier venue, provides an acoustically excellent setting for this inspiring classical performance.

The Sweet Caroline Tour: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

Book Tickets: Dara O Briain Live at St James Theatre Wellington

Dara O Briain brings his acclaimed comedy tour to St James Theatre Wellington, delivering a night of sharp wit and laughter that audiences have eagerly followed across the UK and Ireland. Known for his extensive touring schedule and recent acclaimed shows on Amazon Prime, Dara has established himself as a premier figure in contemporary comedy, and this event marks his return to the New Zealand stage.
As one of Ireland's most recognizable comedians, Dara O Briain combines intellectual humor with relatable storytelling, making his performances both thoughtful and hilarious. St James Theatre Wellington, a historic and beautifully restored venue in the heart of the city, provides the perfect setting for this unforgettable evening of arts and theatre.

Aldous Harding Live at Michael Fowler Centre

Aldous Harding - Train on the Island at Michael Fowler Centre brings one of New Zealand’s most distinctive indie folk voices to Wellington for an intimate, emotionally charged live experience. Built around her 2026 album Train on the Island*, the show is likely to spotlight Harding’s haunting songwriting, offbeat charm, and the hushed intensity that has made her one of the most respected artists in contemporary folk.

Harding’s fifth studio album, *Train on the Island*, arrived in May 2026 and reinforces her reputation for artful, mysterious, and deeply expressive music. Michael Fowler Centre is one of Wellington’s best-known performance venues, giving the concert a refined setting with strong acoustics that suit Harding’s subtle, layered sound.